WCW Saved from the Ashes

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March 19th 2001
Next PPV Greed March 25th 2001

Shane Helms is in the ring. Billy Gunn comes out, and challenges him to a match tonight. The challenge is accepted.

Segment Rating 3*

Billy Gunn vs Shane Helms.

Match Background: Helms and Billy are currently feuding. Neither has managed to get an in-ring victory in this feud. This match is for the WCW Television title. Shane Helms has been WCW Television champion since 28 January 2001.

The Match: Billy Gunn hits Helms. Billy Gunn strikes Shane Helms. Billy slams Shane Helms down. Helms is sure in trouble now. Weak bodyslam on Helms by Billy sets up a legdrop. Helms blocks a punch. Flying elbow from Shane Helms connects. Flying reverse elbow by Shane Helms. There's a two count on the pin. Billy Gunn elbows Shane Helms in the face to break a hammerlock. Powerslam from Billy Gunn on Helms. Covers for a quick two count. Sloppy discus punch from Billy Gunn barely connects on Helms. Pin, but Helms is out just before the three count. Shane Helms avoids a Billy Gunn avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Helms hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. Billy counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! Helms takes a vertical suplex, but pops right back up. Road Dogg comes running down the aisle with a chair! Billy whips Shane Helms into the ropes. Road Dogg jumps onto the apron with the chair! Collision between Road Dogg, Helms, and the chair! Shane Helms staggers back into a roll up! 1...2...3! It's over! Billy Gunn shakes hands with Road Dogg, showing that their plan worked perfectly.

Match Rating 3.5*

Goldberg is in the ring, and he calls out Hulk Hogan. Hogan runs down and hits the ring, and they brawl all the way back into the aisle, and eventually out of sight backstage.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Goldberg vs Hulk Hogan.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Goldberg strikes away at Hulk Hogan, not doing much damage at all. Goldberg hits a right hand on Hulk Hogan and follows it up with a couple more. Goldberg hits a right hand on Hulk Hogan. Weak bodyslam on Hogan by Goldberg sets up a legdrop. Goldberg gets taken down out of nowhere! Goldberg takes a couple of weak clotheslines. Hogan hits a stump piledriver on Goldberg. Hooks the leg for a two count. Goldberg powers out of a Hulk Hogan headlock. Goldberg hits an ugly looking bulldog off the ropes. There's a two count on the pin. Goldberg scores with a crappy looking standing spinebuster. Could have been done a hell of a lot better though. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Goldberg charges into the corner but EATS BOOT. Hulk Hogan connects with some weak punches on Goldberg. Hogan goes for a splash but Goldberg puts the knees up. Goldberg with a badly-executed spinning neckbreaker on Hogan. One more performed that badly and this match will end on a bad note, if you get my drift. Goldberg moves in for the kill. Spear!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! Goldberg goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Booker T is walking backstage, when he meets RVD. They trade insults, get in each others faces, but eventually walk off without coming to blows.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Scott Hall vs Sting.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Hall is a glutton for punishment and just continues to take it during this match. Sting misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Scott Hall connects with rights and lefts and Sting is down! Sting reverses an irish whip...and Scott Hall runs into the referee! Death valley driver by Scott Hall! No one executes that move properly anymore. Pinfall attempt, but the ref is out and can't count to three! Sting avoids a Scott Hall avalanche by getting out of the damn way! BIG clothesline on Hall. Sting hits a bulldog off the ropes. Hooks the leg for a two count. Death valley driver by Sting! No one executes that move properly anymore. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Sting drops an elbow...but Scott Hall moves out of the way. Hall hits a piledriver on Sting. That used to end matches, you know. Pin, but Sting is out just before the three count. Sting comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Scott Hall gets knocked to the ground by Sting. Scorpion Deathlock!!! Scott Hall taps out! Sting remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

Dean Malenko is in the ring, about to give an interview. Out from the crowd comes the debuting Rhino, who attacks. Dean Malenko is in trouble. Here it comes - GORE. Malenko has been laid out by Rhino.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Dean Malenko vs Rhino.

Match Background: Rhino is making his debut at this show. Malenko and Rhino have been feuding recently. Neither has managed to get an in-ring victory in this feud. Dean Malenko is the reigning WCW United States champion, and has been since 28 January 2001.

The Match: Rhino hits some punches. How generic. Rhino scoops and slams Dean Malenko. What's the difference between a scoop slam and a body slam anyway? Rude Awakening neckbreaker on Dean Malenko by Rhino. Remember when that was a legit finish? Dean Malenko charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Dean Malenko reverses a hip toss. Malenko uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Spinning bulldog in the corner and Rhino is down! There's a two count on the pin. Rhino is able to duck a clothesline attempt and connect with a counter clothesline. Rhino hits a piledriver on Dean Malenko. That used to end matches, you know. There's a two count on the pin. Death valley driver (not to be confused with the DVD 500) by Rhino connects and Dean Malenko is down! Pin, but Malenko is out just before the three count. Malenko blocks a punch. Malenko just WAFFLES Rhino with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Dean Malenko misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Flying shoulder tackle by Rhino sends Malenko CRASHING to the mat. Dean Malenko is in trouble. GORE! 1....2....3. Dean Malenko leaves and walks back down the aisle. Wait...Rhino comes running as well, and Malenko gets dropped with a clothesline, followed by a load of stomps. He is left lying in the aisle.

Match Rating 4*

Bulldog and The Anvil are backstage. They continued the feud by ripping into KroniK. Hooray for properly booked feuds!

Segment Rating 3*

KroniK vs Bulldog and The Anvil.

Match Background: KroniK are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion. KroniK and Bulldog and The Anvil have been feuding recently. Neither team holds an in-ring victory since the feud started. KroniK are the reigning WCW Tag Team champions, and have been since 15 January 2001.

The Match: Adams slams Jim Neidhart down. Anvil is sure in trouble now. Powerslam from Brian Adams on Anvil. Hooks the leg for a two count. Tag to Bryan Clarke. KroniK whip Anvil into the ropes and hit a double clothesline. Running clothesline from Bryan Clarke was actually MIGHTY sloppy. Covers for a quick two count. A weak headbutt on Anvil by Clarke causes nothing but pain for both. Jim Neidhart pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Jim Neidhart connects with a crappy looking standing spinebuster. Does everyone use that move these days? Tag between Jim Neidhart and British Bulldog. Clarke takes a vertical suplex, but pops right back up. British Bulldog hits an ugly looking bulldog off the ropes. Clarke pushes out of a British Bulldog hold. Clarke tags out to Brian Adams. Adams hits a piledriver on British Bulldog. I know I wouldn't let someone that bad give me a piledriver. Adams DDTs British Bulldog. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! A weak headbutt on Bulldog by Adams causes nothing but pain for both. Brian Adams misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Powerslam from British Bulldog on Adams. Brian Adams is all alone...Double Powerslam!! 1....2....3! KroniK don't look like they're finished by any means...and they rush forward to attack Bulldog and The Anvil, and send them to the outside. Threats are exchanged as the chaos ends.

Match Rating 3.5*

Booker T is in the ring, carrying the WCW World belt. Rob Van Dam comes down and gets in the ring. After a few words, RVD grabs the belt and waffles the champion with it, knocking him out. Rob Van Dam poses above him, the belt in his hands.

Segment Rating 4.5*

Show Rating 3.5*

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Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

March 22nd 2001
Next PPV Greed March 25th 2001

X-Pac is in the ring. Tajiri comes out, and challenges him to a match at Greed. The challenge is accepted.

Segment Rating 3*

Evan Karagias is backstage. He was on Hype Central (HYPE CENTRAL!!!) tonight, this time for a match with Christopher Daniels. Can you believe that I just marked out for Lance Wright? How many people even remember that guy?

Segment Rating 3*

Chris Candido vs Billy Kidman.

Match Background: None.

The Match: A Gut buster connects on Kidman and hits hard. Kidman takes a quick lariat. Covers for a quick two count. Kidman blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! Kidman just WAFFLES Candido with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Second rope flying axe handle, Candido goes down. One day, Kidman might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. There's a two count on the pin. Back heel kick off the second rope, Candido goes down. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Kidman hits a dropkick on Chris Candido and gets right back up. Candido counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Lightning kick by Candido on Kidman. There's a two count on the pin. Wicked suplex out of the corner from Chris Candido, is executed so well, it hurt MY back. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Chris Candido snap suplexes Kidman HARD to the canvas! And again! A pair of clotheslines follow and...yep, Candido is a HOUSE...EN...FUEGO~! Back suplex on Kidman. Chris Candido misses a clothesline. Kidman hits a dropkick on Chris Candido and gets right back up. Tiger suplex on Candido. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, Bloody Hell! Chris Candido gets knocked to the ground by Kidman, who is already climbing the turnbuckle. Shooting Star Press!!! 1....2....3!! It's all over. Billy Kidman climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Bret Hart is backstage, and announces that at Greed we will see X-Pac and Tajiri fight one on one.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Chavo Guerrero Jr. is backstage. He wanted to rip into Rey Misterio Jr.. Not literally, of course. That would just be nasty. Instead, this was a good way to build up to an eventual match.

Segment Rating 3*

Jushin Thunder Liger vs Shane Helms.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Liger walks into a high dropkick from Shane Helms, almost losing several teeth in the process. Shane Helms misses a clothesline. Liger hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. Helms reverses an irish whip...and Jushin Thunder Liger runs into the referee! Power drive elbow by Jushin Thunder Liger. That sounds like a feature on a 4 x 4, doesn't it. Cover, but there's no one to count for Jushin Thunder Liger! Helms counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Shane Helms hits a rolling kick on Liger. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. Flying cross body off the top rope! Hooks the leg for a two count. Power drive elbow by Shane Helms. That sounds like a feature on a 4 x 4, doesn't it. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Liger pushes out of a Shane Helms hold. Lightning kick by Liger on Helms. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Helms powers out of a headlock. Shane Helms moves in for the kill. Nightmare On Helms Street!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! Shane Helms remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 4.5*

Christopher Daniels is backstage. He was on Hype Central (HYPE CENTRAL!!!) tonight, this time for a match with Evan Karagias. Can you believe that I just marked out for Lance Wright? How many people even remember that guy?

Segment Rating 4*

Christopher Daniels vs Evan Karagias.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Daniels takes a flying neckbreaker from Evan Karagias. Super kick by Evan Karagias. There's a two count on the pin. Daniels backdrops Evan Karagias out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Christopher Daniels. STIFF high kick on Karagias by Christopher Daniels. Flying elbow from Christopher Daniels connects. Hooks the leg for a two count. Karagias walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one of those though? Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Flying elbow from Christopher Daniels connects. Karagias pushes out of a Christopher Daniels hold. Lightning kick by Karagias on Daniels. There's a two count on the pin. Power drive elbow by Evan Karagias. That sounds like a feature on a 4 x 4, doesn't it. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Evan Karagias kicks the leg, knocks Daniels down, and goes to work on it. Christopher Daniels comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Daniels uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Vicious chokeslam byChristopher Daniels! I'd compare it to Akira Taue, but then that would start another argument on the TSM Forums. Evan Karagias grabs Christopher Daniels from behind and shoves him into the ropes, then scores with a roll-up...but Daniels rolls through with the move! He used a pull of the tights to get Karagias over! 1....2...3! The referee was out of position and didn't see it! Christopher Daniels goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4.5*

Rey Misterio Jr. is backstage. He wanted to rip into Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Not literally, of course. That would just be nasty. Instead, this was a good way to build up to an eventual match.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Chavo Guerrero Jr. vs Rey Misterio Jr..

Match Background: None.

The Match: THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Rey Jr. crushes Chavo with a sweet running senton. There's a two count on the pin. Chavo ducks a wild right hand. Chavo Guerrero Jr. strikes Rey Jr.. Spin kick by Chavo Guerrero Jr. to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Covers for a quick two count. Back heel kick off the second rope, Rey Jr. goes down. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Rey Jr. reverses a Chavo Guerrero Jr. hammerlock. Springboard reverse elbow by Rey Misterio Jr.. Excellent move. Looks like Muta has giving out lessons. Covers for a quick two count. DDT from the top rope by Rey Misterio Jr.. That looked KILLER! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Hard back suplex on Chavo. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Standing leg lariat by Rey Misterio Jr. on Chavo. Rey Jr. goes for a splash but Chavo puts the knees up. Flying elbow from Chavo Guerrero Jr. connects. Springboard dropkick from Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Nicely done. Rey Misterio Jr. tries to get a big slam, but it is blocked when Chavo goes to the eyes! Chavo Guerrero Jr. quickly scores with a field-goal kick between the legs! Rey Misterio Jr. collapses! The referee didn't see the illegal blow! 1...2...3! Rey Misterio Jr. got screwed! Chavo Guerrero Jr. climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

Tajiri and X-Pac are in the ring on opposite sides of a table, about to sign a contract to face each other in an upcoming match. Tajiri signs it. X-Pac also signs it, but is immediately attacked by Tajiri, who drives the table into his ribs. X-Pac is in trouble. Kick Of Death! Tajiri walks off, having won this battle.

Segment Rating 3*

Show Rating 3.5*

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Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

PREVIEW

WCW HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
ROB VAN DAM VS BOOKER T(C)

WCW UNITED STATES CHAMPIONSHIP
RHINO VS DEAN MALENKO(C)

WCW TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
BULLDOG & NEIDHART VS KRONIK(C)

WCW CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
TAJIRI VS X-PAC(C)

WCW TELEVISION CHAMPIONSHIP
SHANE HELMS VS BILLY GUNN(C)

STING VS SCOTT HALL

GOLDBERG VS HULK HOGAN

JOHN CENA VS SHAWN STASIAK

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Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

March 25th 2001

John Cena vs Shawn Stasiak.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Cena slams Shawn Stasiak. Stasiak backdrops John Cena out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Shawn Stasiak. Stasiak slams John Cena. The referee bumps after catching a wild right hand and is down. Shawn Stasiak scores with a big spinebuster. Cover, but there's no one to count for Shawn Stasiak! Cena flips out of a Shawn Stasiak bodyslam attempt. Running knee lift from John Cena. Nice piledriver on Stasiak. There's a two count on the pin. Brutal sit out powerbomb on Stasiak! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Shawn Stasiak pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Cena walks into a side slam. Think about how much talent it takes to side slam someone. Nash can do it. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Cena counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! Shawn Stasiak is in trouble. FU!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! John Cena remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3*

Shane Helms vs Billy Gunn.

Match Background: Helms and Billy have been feuding recently. So far, Helms hasn't managed to get a pin or submission over Billy since the feud started. This match is for the WCW Television title. Billy Gunn has been WCW Television champion since 19 March 2001.

The Match: Billy Gunn strikes Shane Helms. Billy Gunn misses a clothesline. Standing leg lariat by Shane Helms on Billy. Shane Helms misses a clothesline...and takes out the referee accidentally! Diamond Dust from Shane Helms and Billy is out! Cover, but there's no one to count for Shane Helms! Billy pushes out of a Shane Helms hold. Billy Gunn with a badly-executed spinning neckbreaker on Helms. One more performed that badly and this match will end on a bad note, if you get my drift. Powerslam from Billy Gunn on Helms. Covers for a quick two count. Billy Gunn turns Helms inside-out with a clothesline. Reminds me of Willow's 'Bored Now' skin ripping finisher. Inside joke, don't worry about it. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Billy Gunn misses a clothesline. Helms crushes Billy with a running senton. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Helms charges into the corner but EATS BOOT. Road Dogg comes running down the aisle with a chair! Billy whips Shane Helms into the ropes. Road Dogg jumps onto the apron with the chair! Collision between Road Dogg, Helms, and the chair! Shane Helms staggers back into a roll up! 1...2...3! It's over! Billy and Road Dogg tie Shane Helms up in the ropes, then start punching away at him until referees run down and break it up.

Match Rating 3*

Goldberg vs Hulk Hogan.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Hulk Hogan connects on Goldberg with a flurry in the corner...but no one seems to care. Hulk Hogan DOESN'T take a page out of Andre the Giant's book and hits an incredibly weak headbutt on Goldberg. Hulk Hogan punches away at Goldberg. Hulk Hogan hits a BIG clothesline for two! Goldberg pushes out of a Hulk Hogan hold. Goldberg strikes Hulk Hogan with a hard blow. Goldberg hits an ugly looking bulldog off the ropes. Hooks the leg for a two count. Hulk Hogan comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Hogan hits a stump piledriver on Goldberg. Hooks the leg for a two count. Side suplex from Hogan. Could have been done a hell of a lot better though. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Hulk Hogan misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Hulk Hogan takes a right hand to the temple from Goldberg. I bet those hurt more than Sgt. Slaughter's Noogies. Hulk Hogan elbows Goldberg in the face to break a hammerlock. Hulk Hogan strikes Goldberg. Goldberg slugs Hulk Hogan, sending him down into the corner. While Goldberg fires up the crowd, Hogan is removing the turnbuckle pad! Goldberg comes over...but Hogan grabs him by the tights and uses the leverage to slingshot Goldberg face first into the exposed steel turnbuckle! Hulk Hogan rolls up the stunned Goldberg, and even puts his feet on the second rope to add insult to injury! 1....2...3! What a display of cheating from Hulk Hogan. Hulk Hogan remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3*

Tajiri vs X-Pac.

Match Background: X-Pac and Tajiri have been feuding recently. Neither has managed to get an in-ring victory in this feud. This match is for the WCW Cruiserweight title. X-Pac has been WCW Cruiserweight champion since 08 March 2001.

The Match: Spin kick by Tajiri to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Tajiri crushes X-Pac with a running senton. There's a two count on the pin. X-Pac pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Standing leg lariat by X-Pac on Tajiri. Flying elbow from X-Pac connects. Hooks the leg for a two count. Diamond Dust from X-Pac and Tajiri is out! Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Implant DDT by X-Pac! I will always and forever mark out for that move. X-Pac misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Lightning kick by Tajiri on X-Pac. Hooks the leg for a two count. Slingshot senton by Tajiri, crushing the chest cavity of X-Pac. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and X-Pac goes down. X-Pac flips out of a Tajiri bodyslam attempt. X-Pac uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! DDT from the top rope by X-Pac. That looked KILLER. Tajiri can barely stand. Here it comes - X-Factor. 1....2...3, it's finished. X-Pac goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Bulldog and The Anvil vs KroniK.

Match Background: KroniK are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion. KroniK and Bulldog and The Anvil have been feuding recently. Bulldog and The Anvil hold the edge, as they have yet to be beaten in the ring by KroniK during the feud. This match is for the WCW Tag Team titles. KroniK have been WCW Tag Team champions since 15 January 2001.

The Match: Big kick from Bulldog staggers Adams but that's about it. Powerslam from British Bulldog on Adams. Hooks the leg for a two count. Tag to Jim Neidhart. Bulldog and The Anvil whip Adams into the ropes and hit a double backdrop. Jim Neidhart hits a weak elbow on Brian Adams. Covers for a quick two count. Jim Neidhart punches away at Brian Adams only to get the tides turned quickly. Jim Neidhart gets taken down out of nowhere! Adams DDTs Jim Neidhart. Tag between Brian Adams and Bryan Clarke. Anvil takes a vertical suplex, but pops right back up. Weak bodyslam by Clarke. Jim Neidhart elbows Bryan Clarke in the face to break a hammerlock. Anvil tags out to British Bulldog. Big clothesline from Bulldog. Bulldog DDTs Bryan Clarke. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Clarke hits a punch, but takes one right back. Again! A slugfest erupts in the ring! Clarke powers out of a headlock. Clarke hits a piledriver on British Bulldog. I know I wouldn't let someone that bad give me a piledriver. British Bulldog is in big trouble...High Times!! 1....2....3! KroniK remain in the ring, celebrating their victory.

Match Rating 3*

Sting vs Scott Hall.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Sting scoops and slams Scott Hall. What's the difference between a scoop slam and a body slam anyway? STIFF~! chop lights up Hall who covers up to try and stop the agonizing PAIN! Scott Hall charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Sting slams Scott Hall down and motions to the crowd. Hall pushes out of a Sting hold. Scott Hall with a spinning neckbreaker on Sting. Spear by Scott Hall. Hooks the leg for a two count. Sting powers out of a headlock. Sting hits a piledriver on Scott Hall. That used to end matches, you know. There's a two count on the pin. Death valley driver by Sting! No one executes that move properly anymore. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Sting walks into a drop toe hold. Sting gets slammed down hard and winces in pain. Sting backdrops Scott Hall out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Sting. Fallaway slam by Sting puts down Scott Hall. Kevin Nash comes running down the aisle and into the ring! Clothesline...but Sting ducks! Scott Hall gets hit! Sting knocks Nash out of the ring. Sting floors Scott Hall. Here it comes...Scorpion Deathlock! Scott Hall taps! Scott Hall and Kevin Nash try to beat down Sting, but end up getting run out of the ring by a furious Sting. They leave quickly before they end up taking any more punishment.

Match Rating 3.5*

Rhino vs Dean Malenko.

Match Background: Malenko and Rhino have been feuding recently. So far, Malenko hasn't managed to get a pin or submission over Rhino since the feud started. This match is for the WCW United States title. Dean Malenko has been WCW United States champion since 28 January 2001.

The Match: Spin kick by Dean Malenko to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Spinning bulldog in the corner and Rhino is down! Hooks the leg for a two count. Rhino reverses a Dean Malenko hammerlock. Rhino scoops and slams Dean Malenko. What's the difference between a scoop slam and a body slam anyway? Bodyslam by Rhino. There's a two count on the pin. Spear! Malenko is down! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Rhino with a spinning neckbreaker on Malenko. Dean Malenko avoids a Rhino avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Malenko crushes Rhino with a running senton. Covers for a quick two count. Rhino walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one though? Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Hard back suplex on Rhino. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Dean Malenko connects with a back heel kick on Rhino and gets back up quickly. Rhino avoids a Dean Malenko avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Rude Awakening neckbreaker on Dean Malenko by Rhino. Remember when that was a legit finish? Death valley driver (not to be confused with the DVD 500) by Rhino connects and Dean Malenko is down! Rhino moves in for the kill. GORE! 1....2....3. Rhino remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

Rob Van Dam vs Booker T.

Match Background: Booker and RVD have been feuding recently. Neither has managed to get an in-ring victory in this feud. This match is for the WCW World title. Booker T has been WCW World champion since 28 January 2001.

The Match: Second rope flying axe handle, Booker goes down. One day, RVD might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. VICIOUS lightning kick by RVD on Booker. Hooks the leg for a two count. Booker counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! Booker slams Rob Van Dam. Booker slams Rob Van Dam down and motions to the crowd. There's a two count on the pin. Spear! RVD is down! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! BAAACK Body drop by RVD gets a bit of a pop from the crowd. Rob Van Dam powers out of a Booker T headlock. RVD crushes Booker with a running senton. Covers for a quick two count. Springboard dropkick from Rob Van Dam. Nicely done. Pin, but Booker is out just before the three count. Rob Van Dam hits a rolling kick on Booker. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and Booker goes down. Booker T once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Fallaway slam by Booker T puts down Rob Van Dam. High Angle DDT by Booker T just SPIKES Rob Van Dam down! Rob Van Dam is in trouble. Book End! 1....2....3. Booker T is still in the ring celebrating. Rob Van Dam pushes the referee away. Rob Van Dam slams Booker down. Rob Van Dam climbs to the top rope and hits the Five Star Frog Splash!

Match Rating 3.5*

Show Rating 3*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

March 26th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

Booker T is in the ring, having a ceremony celebrating his recent success. Rob Van Dam comes out of the crowd and attacks. He throws Booker off the platform he was on. Booker T gets knocked to the ground by RVD, who is already climbing the turnbuckle. Off the top - Five Star Frog Splash hit hard. Rob Van Dam leaves having won this battle.

Segment Rating 4*

KroniK vs Bulldog and The Anvil.

Match Background: KroniK are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion. KroniK and Bulldog and The Anvil have been feuding recently. KroniK are the reigning WCW Tag Team champions, and have been since 15 January 2001.

The Match: Anvil gets splashed in the corner. Powerslam from Brian Adams on Anvil. There's a two count on the pin. Tag between Brian Adams and Bryan Clarke. KroniK whip Anvil into the ropes and hit a double back elbow. Running clothesline from Bryan Clarke was actually MIGHTY sloppy. There's a two count on the pin. Anvil receives some punishment by Bryan Clarke but with that horrid offense, we're the only ones truly being punished. Anvil counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Sloppy discus punch from Jim Neidhart barely connects on Clarke. Tag between Jim Neidhart and British Bulldog. British Bulldog strikes Bryan Clarke with a hard blow. Powerslam from British Bulldog on Clarke. Clarke blocks a punch. Clarke tags out to Brian Adams. Weak bodyslam by Adams. Adams DDTs British Bulldog. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Uninspired brawling from Brian Adams. Adams charges into the corner but EATS BOOT. Big clothesline from Bulldog. Brian Adams is all alone...Double Powerslam!! 1....2....3! Bulldog and The Anvil climb opposite turnbuckles, working the crowd as they celebrate their victory.

Match Rating 3*

Dean Malenko is walking backstage when he is spotted by Rhino, who attacks. They brawl around the arena for a while, until Rhino gets a clear upper hand and sends Malenko into retreat.

Segment Rating 3*

Buff Bagwell vs John Cena.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Cena hits a right hand. John Cena hits some punches. How generic. John Cena connects with rights and lefts and Buff Bagwell is down! Covers for a quick two count. Buff Bagwell charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. There's a two count on the pin. Buff Bagwell avoids a John Cena avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Wack kick from Buff. Covers for a quick two count. Buff Bagwell hits an ugly looking bulldog off the ropes. Cena reverses a Buff Bagwell hammerlock. Brutal sit out powerbomb on Buff! Buff Bagwell can barely stand. Here it comes - FU. 1....2...3, it's finished. John Cena goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 2.5*

Bulldog and The Anvil are backstage. They was building up the feud with KroniK. I respect you, Booker Man.

Segment Rating 3*

Rhino vs Stevie Ray.

Match Background: Rhino is the reigning WCW United States champion, and has been since 25 March 2001.

The Match: Rhino connects with rights and lefts and Stevie Ray is down! Rhino hits a right hand. Stevie Ray charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Flying shoulder tackle by Rhino sends Ray CRASHING to the mat. Rhino goes for a splash but Ray puts the knees up. Rhino takes a vertical suplex, but pops right back up. Stevie Ray hits a sloppy double axe handle off the top. Hooks the leg for a two count. Stevie Ray gets taken down out of nowhere! Rhino hits a piledriver on Stevie Ray. That used to end matches, you know. There's a two count on the pin. Brutal sit out powerbomb on Ray! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Rhino goes for a splash but Ray puts the knees up. Rhino takes a right hand to the temple from Ray. I bet those hurt more than Sgt. Slaughter's Noogies. Rhino reverses a waistlock. Bodyslam by Rhino. Stevie Ray can barely stand. Here it comes - GORE. 1....2...3, it's finished. Dean Malenko comes running down the aisle, and gets into the ring! Rhino is ready though, and strikes first! Rhino spins Malenko around. Rhino hits the GORE! Dean Malenko has been left down on the canvas. The attempted ambush has backfired.

Match Rating 3.5*

Degenerates are in the ring, when Shane Helms comes out. He challenges X-Pac to a match. He refuses, and says that before Shane Helms can get his match, he must prove that he is good enough by defeating Road Dogg in a match. If he can win, then X-Pac says he will consider accepting the challenge.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Road Dogg vs Shane Helms.

Match Background: Helms has been feuding with Billy Gunn recently, who is a stable mate of Road Dogg in Degenerates.

The Match: Road Dogg slams Shane Helms down. Helms is sure in trouble now. Big clothesline from Road Dogg. Covers for a quick two count. Helms reverses a waistlock. Shane Helms connects with a back heel kick on Road Dogg and gets back up quickly. Helms hits a dropkick on Road Dogg and gets right back up. Hooks the leg for a two count. Tiger suplex on Road Dogg. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, dammit. Pin, but Road Dogg is out just before the three count. Second rope flying axe handle, Road Dogg goes down. One day, Helms might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Road Dogg backdrops Shane Helms out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Road Dogg. Powerslam from Road Dogg on Helms. Covers for a quick two count. Road Dogg scores with a poor standing spinebuster. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Road Dogg strikes Shane Helms with a hard blow. Road Dogg hits a right hand on Shane Helms and follows it up with a couple more. Helms blocks a kick from Road Dogg. Flying elbow from Shane Helms connects. Tiger suplex on Road Dogg. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, dammit. Billy Gunn comes running down the aisle with a chair! Road Dogg goes to irish whip Shane Helms into the ropes. Billy prepares to swing the chair...but Shane Helms reverses! Billy accidentally smacks Road Dogg with a chair to the back! Road Dogg is in trouble. Nightmare On Helms Street! 1....2....3. Shane Helms goes on the rampage, firing off stiff shots to both Road Dogg and Billy Gunn, who take the hint and swiftly leave the ring for their own safety.

Match Rating 3.5*

KroniK are backstage. They talked trash about Bulldog and The Anvil, continuing their feud. Now, THIS was a good, solid way of hyping it up.

Segment Rating 3*

Chris Kanyon vs Jeff Jarrett.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Hard impact Russian Leg Sweep by Kanyon. According to some other reviewers around here, 'legsweep' is one word. Chris Kanyon hits a bulldog off the ropes. Covers for a quick two count. Kanyon charges into the corner but EATS BOOT. Jeff Jarrett gets up and gives a Belly to belly suplex to Jarrett. BAAACK Body drop by Kanyon gets a bit of a pop from the crowd. There's a two count on the pin. Kanyon gets hit with SPLASH MOUNTAIN~! out of the corner! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! BAAACK Body drop by Kanyon gets a bit of a pop from the crowd. Kanyon blocks a punch. Spear by Chris Kanyon. Covers for a quick two count. Massive lariat! Stan Hansen would approve. Pin, but Jarrett is out just before the three count. Running knee lift from Chris Kanyon. Kanyon scoops and slams Jeff Jarrett. What's the difference between a scoop slam and a body slam anyway? Jarrett ducks a wild right hand. Kanyon tastes a high angle back suplex. If Spike Lee can sue TNN over the Spike TV nonsense, then Kurt Angle should be able to sue SOMEONE for that. Death valley driver by Jeff Jarrett! No one executes that move properly anymore. Chris Kanyon slams Jarrett, who rolls onto his stomach. What is Jeff Jarrett doing? Chris Kanyon picks him up and signals for a powerbomb. He raises Jarrett up...but then falls backward, getting crushed by his opponent in the process! Jeff Jarrett is on top! 1....2....3! Looking at the replay, it appears that Jarrett had taken a chain out of his tights and wrapped it around his fist! Chris Kanyon must have been punched with that chain while in mid-powerbomb! What a cheap shot! Jeff Jarrett remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 4*

Rob Van Dam is in the ring, insulting Booker T on the microphone. Booker comes running down the aisle and into the ring, causing Rob Van Dam to leave and exit through the crowd.

Segment Rating 4*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

March 29th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

X-Pac is in the ring, carrying the WCW Cruiserweight belt. Tajiri comes down and gets in the ring. After a few words, Tajiri grabs the belt and waffles the champion with it, knocking him out. Tajiri poses above him, the belt in his hands.

Segment Rating 3*

Evan Karagias vs Chris Candido.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Chris Candido snap suplexes Karagias. Back suplex on Karagias. A Gut buster connects on Karagias and hits hard. Hard impact Russian Leg Sweep by Candido. According to some other reviewers around here, 'legsweep' is one word. Evan Karagias pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Evan Karagias hits a rolling kick on Candido. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. Candido takes a NICE hurrancarana from Evan Karagias. There's a two count on the pin. Karagias walks into a drop toe hold. Candido crushes Karagias with a running senton. Covers for a quick two count. Candido hits a great swinging DDT on Evan Karagias. Candido then hits a pair of HARD clotheslines and a BAAACK Bodydrop! ULTIMATE HOUSE...EN...FUEGO~! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Chris Candido gets taken down out of nowhere! Evan Karagias strikes Candido. Chris Candido comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Chris Candido snap suplexes Karagias HARD to the canvas! And again! A pair of clotheslines follow and...yep, Candido is a HOUSE...EN...FUEGO~! Tammy Sytch is at ringside! Karagias wastes valuable time by yelling at Tammy! Chris Candido takes advantage of the distraction and nails Karagias from behind! Evan Karagias can barely stand. Frankensteiner!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! Chris Candido climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3*

Sinister Minister is backstage with Jushin Thunder Liger. Sinister Minister was on hype duty tonight, this time for a match between Jushin Thunder Liger and Shane Helms. I hope it's good...

Segment Rating 3*

Jushin Thunder Liger vs Shane Helms.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Spin kick by Shane Helms to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Lightning kick by Helms on Liger. There's a two count on the pin. Liger blocks a kick from Shane Helms. Jushin Thunder Liger strikes Helms. Jushin Thunder Liger hits a rolling kick on Helms. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. There's a two count on the pin. Vicious kick to the teeth from Jushin Thunder Liger. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Liger uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Liger goes for a splash but Helms puts the knees up. Lightning kick by Helms on Liger. Covers for a quick two count. Liger walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one though? Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Second rope flying axe handle, Liger goes down. One day, Helms might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Helms just WAFFLES Liger with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Liger blocks a kick from Shane Helms. Hard back suplex on Helms. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Helms walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one though? Sinister Minister is at ringside! Helms wastes valuable time by yelling at Sinister! Jushin Thunder Liger takes advantage of the distraction and nails Helms from behind! Shane Helms is in trouble. Liger Bomb!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! Jushin Thunder Liger shakes hands with Sinister Minister, showing that their plan worked perfectly.

Match Rating 4*

Steve Corino is backstage. He always delivers the promo goodness. He was out there to hype a match against Rey Misterio Jr.. Good way to get the fans interested in what is coming up.

Segment Rating 4.5*

Rey Misterio Jr. vs Steve Corino.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Standing leg lariat by Rey Misterio Jr. on Corino. Rey Jr. drops an elbow...but Steve Corino moves out of the way. Steve Corino gets up and gives a Belly to belly suplex to Corino. The ref is bumped, as goes down after accidentally getting caught by an elbow to the face. Steve Corino brings out a jumping powerbomb to nearly murder Rey Jr. in the ring! Cover, but there's no one to count for Steve Corino! Rey Jr. reverses a waistlock. Rey Jr. uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Rey Jr. crushes Corino with a sweet running senton. Hooks the leg for a two count. Diamond Dust from Rey Misterio Jr., Corino is out! Pin, but Corino is out just before the three count. Steve Corino comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Full nelson slam on Rey Jr.. Pin, but Rey Jr. is out just before the three count. Steve Corino misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Rey Misterio Jr. moves in for the kill. Here it comes - Flying Hurricanrana. 1....2...3, it's finished. Rey Misterio Jr. goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Christopher Daniels is backstage. He wanted to rip into Dean Malenko. Not literally, of course. That would just be nasty. Instead, this was a good way to build up to an eventual match.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Dean Malenko vs Christopher Daniels.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Daniels just WAFFLES Malenko with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Daniels just WAFFLES Malenko with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Hard back suplex on Malenko. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Second rope flying axe handle, Malenko goes down. One day, Daniels might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Malenko powers out of a headlock. Malenko uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Spinning bulldog in the corner and Daniels is down! Hooks the leg for a two count. Daniels blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! Springboard reverse elbow by Christopher Daniels. Excellent move. Looks like Muta has giving out lessons. Hooks the leg for a two count. Slingshot senton by Daniels, crushing the chest cavity of Malenko. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Christopher Daniels misses a clothesline. Daniels walks into a high dropkick from Dean Malenko, almost losing several teeth in the process. Christopher Daniels once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Christopher Daniels gets a roll-up...and grabs a handful of tights as well! The referee doesn't see it: 1....2...3!! Christopher Daniels leaves the ring and heads off down the aisle at speed. Daniels has the victory, and isn't hanging around for Dean Malenko to look for revenge.

Match Rating 3.5*

Torrie Wilson is backstage with Billy Kidman. Torrie Wilson was on hype duty tonight, this time for a match between Billy Kidman and Chavo Guerrero Jr.. I hope it's good...

Segment Rating 3.5*

Chavo Guerrero Jr. vs Billy Kidman.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Kidman hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. Chavo Guerrero Jr. is able to duck a clothesline attempt and connect with a counter clothesline. Kidman walks into a high dropkick from Chavo Guerrero Jr., almost losing several teeth in the process. Billy Kidman charges, Chavo moves, and the referee is knocked silly! Diamond Dust from Chavo Guerrero Jr., Kidman is out! Pinfall attempt, but the ref is out and can't count to three! Chavo charges into the corner but EATS BOOT. Hard back suplex on Chavo. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. SUPER frankensteiner on Chavo, who hit hard and is loopy as a result. Covers for a quick two count. Power drive elbow by Billy Kidman. That sounds like a feature on a 4 x 4, doesn't it. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Chavo kicks Billy Kidman in the gut to reverse the momentum. Beautiful spinning arm drag out of the corner by Chavo. Pin, but Kidman is out just before the three count. Billy Kidman comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Billy Kidman has Chavo Guerrero Jr. down on the canvas and is ascending the corner. Off the top - Shooting Star Press, forget about it. 1....2...3! Billy Kidman remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

Tajiri is in the ring. X-Pac comes out, and attacks. X-Pac gets the upper hand. Tajiri is in trouble. Kick Of Death!!! That shook the ring. X-Pac stole the finisher of Tajiri and used it on him!

Segment Rating 3*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 2nd 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

Rob Van Dam vs Dean Malenko.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Malenko walks into a high dropkick from Rob Van Dam, almost losing several teeth in the process. Rob Van Dam strikes Malenko. Hard back suplex on Malenko. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Second rope flying axe handle, Malenko goes down. One day, RVD might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Rob Van Dam gets taken down out of nowhere! RVD takes a flying neckbreaker from Dean Malenko. RVD takes a NICE hurrancarana from Dean Malenko. Hooks the leg for a two count. RVD counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! GORGEOUS Spinning bulldog in the corner and Malenko is down. Covers for a quick two count. Back heel kick off the second rope and Malenko goes flying! Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Dean Malenko pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and RVD goes down. RVD reverses a Dean Malenko hammerlock. Malenko takes a flying neckbreaker from Rob Van Dam. Rhino comes running down the aisle and into the ring! Dean Malenko turns around. Rhino spins Malenko around. Rhino hits the GORE! Rhino leaves the ring, the damage done! The ref gets into position, administers the three count, and it's over. Rob Van Dam pins Malenko. RVD and Rhino are putting the boots to Dean Malenko! Booker T comes running down the aisle with a chair! He slides in, sending RVD \ Rhino running for cover. Booker T saved Malenko from a major beating.

Match Rating 3.5*

Bulldog and Anvil are walking backstage when they run into KroniK. The two teams stare each other down, and threats are made, then they walk away from each other, looking angry.

Segment Rating 2.5*

Diamond Dallas Page vs Shawn Stasiak.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Running knee lift from Shawn Stasiak. Hooks the leg for a two count. Stasiak hits a piledriver on Diamond Dallas Page. That used to end matches, you know. There's a two count on the pin. DDP counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! Shawn Stasiak takes a right hand to the temple from DDP. Diamond Dallas Page hits an ugly looking bulldog off the ropes. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Stasiak blocks a punch. DDP walks into a side slam. Think about how much talent it takes to side slam someone. Nash can do it. There's a two count on the pin. Stasiak drops an elbow...but Diamond Dallas Page moves out of the way. Side suplex from DDP. Shawn Stasiak can barely stand. Here it comes - Diamond Cutter. 1....2...3, it's finished. Diamond Dallas Page goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3*

Billy Gunn is in the ring, and makes an open challenge for anyone to come out and face him. Out from the back comes the debuting Sonjay Dutt. He hits the ring and attacks. Sonjay Dutt floors Billy Gunn...and climbs the turnbuckles. Through the air, Bombay Splash! Billy got beaten down by the debuting Sonjay Dutt.

Segment Rating 3*

Sonjay Dutt vs Billy Gunn.

Match Background: Dutt is making his debut at this show. This match is for the WCW Television title. Billy Gunn has been WCW Television champion since 19 March 2001.

The Match: Billy Gunn hits a right hand on Sonjay Dutt and follows it up with a couple more. Uninspired brawling from Billy Gunn. Running clothesline from Billy Gunn was actually MIGHTY sloppy. Weak bodyslam on Dutt by Billy sets up a legdrop. Billy Gunn misses a clothesline. Spin kick by Sonjay Dutt to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. SUPER frankensteiner on Billy, who hit hard and is loopy as a result. There's a two count on the pin. Billy flips out of a Sonjay Dutt bodyslam attempt. Billy Gunn hits an ugly looking bulldog off the ropes. Covers for a quick two count. Billy Gunn scores with a crappy looking standing spinebuster. Could have been done a hell of a lot better though. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Billy Gunn gets taken down out of nowhere! Billy walks into a high dropkick from Sonjay Dutt, almost losing several teeth in the process. Billy pushes out of a Sonjay Dutt hold. Billy Gunn with a badly-executed spinning neckbreaker on Dutt. One more performed that badly and this match will end on a bad note, if you get my drift. Billy Gunn moves in for the kill. Fame-***-Er!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! Shane Helms comes running down the aisle with a chair and into the ring! Billy turns...and is dropped by a vicious chair shot! Shane Helms has left Billy down and bloodied.

Match Rating 2.5*

Sean O'Haire is in the ring, and he calls out Curt Hennig. Hennig appears, and eventually accepts a challenge to a match between the two.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Curt Hennig vs Sean O'Haire.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Curt Hennig snap suplexes O'Haire HARD to the canvas! And again! A pair of clotheslines follow and...yep, Hennig is a HOUSE...EN...FUEGO~! Curt Hennig hits a stalling suplex on O'Haire. There's a two count on the pin. O'Haire counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! STIFF~! chop lights up Hennig who covers up to try and stop the agonizing PAIN! Curt Hennig charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Covers for a quick two count. Sean O'Haire scores with a big spinebuster. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Running knee lift from Sean O'Haire. Hennig backdrops Sean O'Haire out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Curt Hennig. BRAINBUSTAH~! by Curt Hennig! Covers for a quick two count. TIGER DRIVER~! '91 nearly crushes the spine of O'Haire! Pin, but O'Haire is out just before the three count. Hard impact Russian Leg Sweep by Hennig. According to some other reviewers around here, 'legsweep' is one word. Big forearm by Curt Hennig makes me want to go to the mirror and check MY teeth. Sean O'Haire elbows Curt Hennig in the face to break a hammerlock. BAAACK Body drop by Hennig gets a bit of a pop from the crowd. Spear! Hennig is down! Sean O'Haire has Curt Hennig down on the canvas and is ascending the corner. Seanton Bomb!!! 1....2....3!! It's all over. Sean O'Haire remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3*

Shane Helms is backstage. He continued their rivalry by getting on THE STICK~! and ripping into Billy Gunn. I'm happy that they're giving the feud enough time to develop.

Segment Rating 4*

Steiner Brothers vs Bulldog and The Anvil.

Match Background: Steiner Brothers are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion.

The Match: Steiner receives some punishment by British Bulldog but with that horrid offense, we're the only ones truly being punished. Running clothesline from British Bulldog was actually MIGHTY sloppy. Covers for a quick two count. Bulldog tags out to Jim Neidhart. Bulldog and The Anvil whip Steiner into the ropes and hit a double back elbow. There's a two count on the pin. Jim Neidhart punches away at Rick Steiner. Steiner counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! Powerslam from Rick Steiner on Anvil. Covers for a quick two count. Steiner tags out to Scott Steiner. Poppa Pump hits a piledriver on Jim Neidhart. I know I wouldn't let someone that bad give me a piledriver. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Scott Steiner strikes Jim Neidhart with a hard blow. Jim Neidhart once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Jim Neidhart punches away at Scott Steiner. Anvil tags out to British Bulldog. Poppa Pump receives some punishment by British Bulldog but with that horrid offense, we're the only ones truly being punished. Tag between Scott Steiner and Rick Steiner. Big kick from Bulldog staggers Steiner but that's about it. Bulldog and The Anvil have Rick Steiner to themselves. Double Powerslam! 1....2....3! It's over. KroniK come running down into the ring. They nail British Bulldog from behind, then grab Anvil and hit the High Times! With him out of the way, the drag British Bulldog to the outside...and promptly put him straight through the announcer's table with a double slam! KroniK have destroyed Bulldog and The Anvil!

Match Rating 2.5*

Paul Heyman comes out onto the ramp, and announces that he has found a new wrestler to manage. Out comes CM Punk, making his debut, joining Heyman.

Segment Rating 3*

Booker T and Dean Malenko vs Rhino and Rob Van Dam.

Match Background: Booker and RVD have been feuding recently. RVD has yet to get an in-ring victory in this feud. This is a continuation of the Malenko vs Rhino feud. So far, Malenko hasn't managed to get a pin or submission over Rhino since the feud started. Booker T is the reigning WCW World champion, and has been since 28 January 2001. Rhino is the reigning WCW United States champion, and has been since 25 March 2001.

The Match: Booker T hits some punches. How generic. Rob Van Dam charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Covers for a quick two count. Tag to Dean Malenko. Booker T scoops up RVD. Malenko bounces off the ropes and hits a flying Hart Attack clothesline. Covers for a quick two count. RVD takes a flying neckbreaker from Dean Malenko. Rob Van Dam reverses a hip toss. SUPER frankensteiner on Malenko, who hit hard. There's a two count on the pin. Tag between Rob Van Dam and Rhino. Rhino hits a piledriver on Dean Malenko. That used to end matches, you know. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! BIG clothesline on Malenko. Malenko reverses a waistlock. Dean Malenko hits a rolling kick on Rhino. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. Tag to Booker T. Booker T hits some punches. How generic. Tag between Rhino and Rob Van Dam. Running knee lift from Booker T. Rob Van Dam is in trouble. Book End! 1....2....3. Booker \ Malenko remain in the ring, celebrating their victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

Show Rating 3*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 5th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

X-Pac comes out from the back, accompanied by a midget who is dressed to look like Tajiri. They enter the ring, and proceed to cut an insulting interview. Tajiri comes running out and hits the ring. The midget runs for cover as they brawl all around the ring, and out to ringside. Referees and other wrestlers have to come out and pull them apart.

Segment Rating 3*

Rey Misterio Jr. vs Sonjay Dutt vs Chris Candido vs Chavo Guerrero Jr..

Match Background: This will be a four corners bout.

The Match: Chris Candido connects with a HARD right hand, sending the opponent down to the mat again. Chris Candido hits a rolling kick on Rey Jr.. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. Hooks the leg for a two count. Rey Jr. counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! Tag to Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Spin kick by Chavo Guerrero Jr. to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Chavo Guerrero Jr. misses a clothesline...and takes out the referee accidentally! Back heel kick off the second rope, Candido goes down. Pinfall attempt, but the ref is out and can't count to three! Implant DDT by Chavo Guerrero Jr.! I will always and forever mark out for that move. Candido backdrops Chavo Guerrero Jr. out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Chris Candido. Candido tags out to Sonjay Dutt. Chavo takes a NICE hurrancarana from Sonjay Dutt. Chavo takes a flying neckbreaker from Sonjay Dutt. Chavo blocks a kick from Sonjay Dutt. Chavo Guerrero Jr. hits a rolling kick on Dutt. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. SHINING WIZARD~! on Dutt by Chavo! Tag to Chris Candido. Chris Candido hits a rolling kick on Dutt. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. DDT from the top rope by Chris Candido. That looked KILLER. Sonjay Dutt slugs Chris Candido, sending him down into the corner. While Dutt fires up the crowd, Candido is removing the turnbuckle pad! Sonjay Dutt comes over...but Candido grabs him by the tights and uses the leverage to slingshot Sonjay Dutt face first into the exposed steel turnbuckle! Chris Candido rolls up the stunned Sonjay Dutt: 1....2...3! How did the referee not see that?

Match Rating 4*

Christopher Daniels is backstage. He was out there to hype a match against Evan Karagias. Good way to get the fans interested in what is coming up.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Evan Karagias vs Christopher Daniels.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Daniels hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. Evan Karagias avoids a Christopher Daniels avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Evan Karagias connects with a back heel kick on Daniels and gets back up quickly. Daniels reverses an irish whip...and Evan Karagias runs into the referee! Vicious kick to the teeth from Evan Karagias. Pinfall attempt, but the ref is out and can't count to three! Daniels counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Karagias takes a flying neckbreaker from Christopher Daniels. SUPER frankensteiner on Karagias, who hit hard. There's a two count on the pin. Springboard dropkick from Christopher Daniels. Nicely done. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Christopher Daniels misses a clothesline. Daniels takes a NICE hurrancarana from Evan Karagias. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Christopher Daniels reverses a hip toss. Evan Karagias can barely stand. Here it comes - Angel's Wings. 1....2...3, it's finished. Christopher Daniels climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Sinister Minister is backstage with Jushin Thunder Liger. Sinister Minister was on hype duty tonight, this time for a match between Jushin Thunder Liger and Dean Malenko. I hope it's good...

Segment Rating 3.5*

Dean Malenko vs Jushin Thunder Liger.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Jushin Thunder Liger kicks the leg, knocks Malenko down, and goes to work on it. Dean Malenko fights out of a grapple. Dean Malenko kicks the leg, knocks Liger down, and goes to work on it. Dean Malenko misses a clothesline...and takes out the referee accidentally! Liger walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one though? Cover, but there's no one to count for Dean Malenko! Jushin Thunder Liger once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Liger hits a dropkick on Dean Malenko and gets right back up. SUPER frankensteiner on Malenko, who hit hard and is loopy as a result. Hooks the leg for a two count. Power drive elbow by Jushin Thunder Liger. That sounds like a feature on a 4 x 4, doesn't it. Pin, but Malenko is out just before the three count. Liger goes for a splash but Malenko puts the knees up. Spinning bulldog in the corner and Liger is down! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Malenko goes for a splash but Liger puts the knees up. Jushin Thunder Liger grapples with Dean Malenko, and positions himself so that the referee can't see...and hits a low blow! He rolls up the stunned Dean Malenko: 1....2....3!! What a cheap shot! Jushin Thunder Liger goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

Paul Heyman is backstage with CM Punk. Paul Heyman was on hype duty tonight, this time for a match between CM Punk and Steve Corino. I hope it's good...

Segment Rating 4*

CM Punk vs Steve Corino.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Back suplex on Corino. Double arm suplex by CM Punk connects as Corino hits hard. A Gut buster connects on Corino and hits hard. Corino takes a flying neckbreaker from CM Punk. Steve Corino once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Punk gets caught with a short powerbomb from Corino. BRAINBUSTAH~! by Steve Corino! There's a two count on the pin. CM Punk comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. T-Bone suplex by Punk, Corino got folded in half to the point that he was almost able to fellate himself. Mighty impressive, don't you think? Covers for a quick two count. Corkscrew BRAINBUSTAH~! Corino gets destroyed by it. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Steve Corino fights out of a grapple. Steve Corino connects with a HARD right hand, sending the opponent down to the mat again. Corino goes for a splash but Punk puts the knees up. Steve Corino takes a butterfly suplex from Punk. Steve Corino can barely stand. Pepsi Plunge! 1....2....3. CM Punk remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

Billy Kidman is coming down to the ring when Yang leaps over the security railings and attacks, making his return to the promotion. He beats Kidman into the ring. Yang has Billy Kidman down on the canvas and is ascending the corner. Off the top - Yang Time hit hard. Yang leaves, having made a big impact.

Segment Rating 2*

Billy Kidman vs Yang.

Match Background: None.

The Match: STIFF high kick on Yang by Billy Kidman. Yang reverses a hip toss. Yang strikes Kidman. Yang misses a clothesline...and takes out the referee accidentally! Tiger suplex on Kidman. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, Bloody Hell! Hooks the leg, but the referee is still out! Billy Kidman pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Yang takes a flying neckbreaker from Billy Kidman. Kidman crushes Yang with a huge legdrop. Covers for a quick two count. Tiger suplex on Yang. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, Bloody Hell! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Billy Kidman misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Flying cross body off the top rope! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Billy Kidman is able to duck a clothesline attempt and connect with a counter clothesline. Yang gets knocked to the ground by Kidman, who is already climbing the turnbuckle. Shooting Star Press!!! 1....2....3!! It's all over. Billy Kidman remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

X-Pac is in the ring. Out from the crowd comes Tajiri, who grabs a chair from ringside as he hits the ring. X-Pac turns, and gets floored by a brutal chair shot. X-Pac can barely stand. Kick Of Death!!! That shook the ring. Tajiri raises the chair and drives it side-first into the throat of X-Pac, causing him to roll around in agony. The chair gets put around the head of X-Pac, who then gets driven face-first into the mat, crushing his wind pipe against the steel. Paramedics come running out to help X-Pac as Tajiri exits via the crowd.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 9th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

Curt Hennig vs Billy Gunn.

Match Background: Billy Gunn is the reigning WCW Television champion, and has been since 19 March 2001.

The Match: Double arm suplex by Curt Hennig connects as Billy hits hard. Big forearm by Curt Hennig makes me want to go to the mirror and check MY teeth. A Gut buster connects on Billy and hits hard. Billy gets caught with a short powerbomb from Hennig. Billy Gunn once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Billy Gunn with a badly-executed spinning neckbreaker on Hennig. One more performed that badly and this match will end on a bad note, if you get my drift. Billy Gunn hits an ugly looking bulldog off the ropes. There's a two count on the pin. Curt Hennig once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Reverse DDT on Billy. Covers for a quick two count. Curt Hennig brings out a jumping powerbomb to nearly murder Billy in the ring! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Hennig goes for a splash but Billy puts the knees up. Billy Gunn hits Hennig. Hennig counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! A Gut buster connects on Billy and hits hard. Shane Helms comes running down the aisle with a chair! Hennig whips Billy Gunn into the ropes. Helms jumps onto the apron with the chair! Collision between Helms, Billy, and the chair! Billy Gunn staggers back into a roll up! 1...2...3! It's over! Shane Helms isn't finished with his attack yet! Billy Gunn stands up...and walks into a boot to the gut from Shane Helms. Nightmare On Helms Street!!! Billy Gunn has been put down on the canvas! Shane Helms shakes his head and raises three fingers instead. Billy gets picked up...and hit with another Nightmare On Helms Street! Billy Gunn is spread-eagled on the canvas. Helms again raises three fingers. Referees hit the ring, but are too scared to get too close. They can't stop this carnage...Nightmare On Helms Street, the third one in a row! Shane Helms eventually leaves the ring, as medics come to attend to Billy, who isn't moving.

Match Rating 3.5*

Booker T is in the ring. Rob Van Dam comes out, and attacks. Rob Van Dam gets the upper hand. Booker T is in trouble. Book End!!! That shook the ring. Rob Van Dam stole the finisher of Booker T and used it on him!

Segment Rating 4*

Bulldog and The Anvil vs Road Warriors.

Match Background: Road Warriors are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion.

The Match: Road Warrior Animal strikes Jim Neidhart with a hard blow. Weak bodyslam by Animal. There's a two count on the pin. Tag to Road Warrior Hawk. Road Warriors whip Anvil into the corner. Road Warrior Hawk whips Road Warrior Animal in for a hard clothesline to follow-up. Anvil takes a vertical suplex, but pops right back up. Hooks the leg for a two count. Hawk strikes away at Jim Neidhart, not doing much damage at all. Anvil counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Sloppy discus punch from Jim Neidhart barely connects on Hawk. Tag to British Bulldog. British Bulldog hits a right hand on Road Warrior Hawk. Bulldog hits a piledriver on Road Warrior Hawk. I know I wouldn't let someone that bad give me a piledriver. Bulldog walks into a drop toe hold. Tag between Road Warrior Hawk and Road Warrior Animal. Weak bodyslam by Animal. Road Warrior Animal turns Bulldog inside-out with a clothesline. Reminds me of Willow's 'Bored Now' skin ripping finisher. Inside joke, don't worry about it. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Road Warrior Animal strikes British Bulldog. Bulldog pushes out of a Road Warrior Animal hold. Powerslam from British Bulldog on Animal. Road Warrior Animal is in big trouble...Double Powerslam!! 1....2....3! KroniK come running down the aisle and into the ring! Bulldog turns...and gets floored by a clothesline. Anvil walks into a vicious boot to the face. KroniK set him up, and nail the High Times! Bulldog is grabbed...and he gets hit with the High Times as well! KroniK have done a number on them!

Match Rating 3.5*

Dean Malenko is walking backstage when Rhino comes from behind and attacks him with a chair. Rhino walks off after hitting a few more chair shots, leaving Malenko down on the floor.

Segment Rating 3*

John Cena vs Sean O'Haire.

Match Background: None.

The Match: O'Haire gets slammed down hard and winces in pain. O'Haire kicks John Cena in the gut to reverse the momentum. Standing leg lariat by Sean O'Haire on Cena. Cena reverses an irish whip...and Sean O'Haire runs into the referee! Massive lariat! Stan Hansen would approve. Hooks the leg, but the referee is still out! Cena counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! Fallaway slam by John Cena puts down Sean O'Haire. Big piledriver on O'Haire. There's a two count on the pin. Death valley driver (not to be confused with the DVD 500) by John Cena connects and Sean O'Haire is down! Pin, but O'Haire is out just before the three count. O'Haire blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! Sean O'Haire hits a bulldog off the ropes. Pin, but Cena is out just before the three count. Cena blocks a punch. Sean O'Haire can barely stand. FU!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! John Cena climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Paul Heyman is backstage with CM Punk. He put Punk over, talking about how great he is. Next World Champion, greatest wrestler alive today, yada yada yada.

Segment Rating 4.5*

KroniK vs Outsiders.

Match Background: KroniK are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion. Outsiders are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion. KroniK are the reigning WCW Tag Team champions, and have been since 15 January 2001.

The Match: Big kick from Hall staggers Adams but that's about it. Scott Hall hits a sloppy double axe handle off the top. Hooks the leg for a two count. Tag to Kevin Nash. Outsiders whip Adams into the corner. Kevin Nash whips Scott Hall in for a hard clothesline to follow-up. Kevin Nash with a badly-executed spinning neckbreaker on Adams. One more performed that badly and this match will end on a bad note, if you get my drift. There's a two count on the pin. Kevin Nash hits a right hand on Brian Adams and follows it up with a couple more. Adams kicks Kevin Nash in the gut to reverse the momentum. Brian Adams turns Nash inside-out with a clothesline. Reminds me of Willow's 'Bored Now' skin ripping finisher. Inside joke, don't worry about it. Tag to Bryan Clarke. Big kick from Clarke staggers Nash but that's about it. Powerslam from Bryan Clarke on Nash. Bryan Clarke misses a clothesline. Tag to Scott Hall. Big clothesline from Hall. Scott Hall scores with a crappy looking standing spinebuster. Could have been done a hell of a lot better though. Pin, but Clarke is out just before the three count. Bryan Clarke takes a right hand to the temple from Hall. I bet those hurt more than Sgt. Slaughter's Noogies. Clarke flips out of a Scott Hall bodyslam attempt. Clarke hits a piledriver on Scott Hall. I know I wouldn't let someone that bad give me a piledriver. Scott Hall is in big trouble...High Times!! 1....2....3! Bulldog and The Anvil come running down into the ring. They nail Brian Adams from behind, then grab Clarke and hit the Double Powerslam! With him out of the way, the drag Brian Adams to the outside...and promptly put him straight through the announcer's table with a double slam! Bulldog and The Anvil have destroyed KroniK!

Match Rating 3*

John Cena is backstage. He got on THE STICK~! and put himself over, talking about how great he is. I wonder if he's a mark for himself.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Dustin Rhodes vs Rhino.

Match Background: Rhino is the reigning WCW United States champion, and has been since 25 March 2001.

The Match: Trying to channel the spirit of Misawa, Dustin Rhodes ends up chanelling Lex Luger instead and nails a running forearm to the face, minus the steel plate, of course. STIFF~! chop lights up Rhino who covers up to try and stop the agonizing PAIN! Running knee lift from Dustin Rhodes. Rude Awakening neckbreaker on Rhino by Rhodes. Remember when that was a legit finish? Rhino flips out of a Dustin Rhodes bodyslam attempt. Dustin Rhodes charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Spinebuster by Rhino. Hooks the leg for a two count. Rhodes blocks a kick from Rhino. Rhino walks into a side slam. Think about how much talent it takes to side slam someone. Nash can do it. Hooks the leg for a two count. DEATH VALLEY DRIVAH~! by Dustin Rhodes just KILLS Rhino! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Rhino blocks a punch. Rhodes is a glutton for punishment and just continues to take it during this match. Rhodes reverses a waistlock. Running knee lift from Dustin Rhodes. Dean Malenko comes running down the aisle with a chair! Rhodes goes to irish whip Rhino into the ropes. Malenko hits Rhino with a chair to the back! Rhino can barely stand. Running Bulldog! 1....2....3. Dean Malenko pushes the referee aside, then continues to assault Rhino! Right hands rain down on Rhino, pounding him into the canvas. Satisfied with his work, Dean Malenko turns and leaves the ring, the damage done.

Match Rating 4*

Shane Helms is in the ring, when Billy Gunn walks out onto the stage. They argue, and the distraction Billy causes proves to be enough, as Helms doesn't notice D-Generation X coming out of the crowd until they are already within striking distance. He gets beaten down as Billy Gunn looks on from the stage.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Rob Van Dam vs Sting.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Sting hits some punches. How generic. Sting hits a right hand. Fallaway slam by Sting puts down Rob Van Dam. Rob Van Dam charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Sting drops an elbow...but Rob Van Dam moves out of the way. Second rope flying axe handle, Sting goes down. One day, RVD might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. RVD crushes Sting with a running senton. Covers for a quick two count. Sting reverses a hip toss. Full nelson slam on RVD. There's a two count on the pin. Death valley driver (not to be confused with the DVD 500) by Sting connects and Rob Van Dam is down! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! RVD counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and Sting goes down. Sting blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! Sting slams Rob Van Dam down and motions to the crowd. Booker T comes running down the aisle with a chair! Sting and Rob Van Dam continue fighting, unaware of the intrusion. Booker T slides in and blasts Rob Van Dam with a chair to the head! Booker climbs out of the ring, the damage done! Rob Van Dam gets knocked to the ground by Sting. Scorpion Deathlock!!! Rob Van Dam taps out! Booker T obviously hasn't finished his attack yet! Rob Van Dam stands up. Booker T spins RVD around. Booker T hits the Book End! Booker T eventually leaves, having caused enough damage.

Match Rating 3.5*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 12th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

Evan Karagias vs Yang vs Sonjay Dutt.

Match Background: This will be a triangle bout.

The Match: Evan Karagias strikes Dutt. Karagias just WAFFLES Yang with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Dutt blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! Dutt uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Springboard reverse elbow by Yang. Excellent move. Looks like Muta has giving out lessons. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Yang powers out of a headlock. Sonjay Dutt scoops up Karagias. Yang bounces off the ropes and hits a flying Hart Attack clothesline. Vicious kick to the teeth from Sonjay Dutt. Yang hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. Dutt kicks Yang in the gut to reverse the momentum. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Sonjay Dutt floors Evan Karagias...and climbs the turnbuckles. Through the air, Bombay Splash! 1....2....3.

Match Rating 3*

Paul Heyman is backstage with CM Punk. Paul Heyman was on hype duty tonight, this time for a match between CM Punk and X-Pac. I hope it's good...

Segment Rating 4*

CM Punk vs X-Pac.

Match Background: X-Pac is the reigning WCW Cruiserweight champion, and has been since 08 March 2001.

The Match: Punk takes a flying neckbreaker from X-Pac. Punk takes a NICE hurrancarana from X-Pac. There's a two count on the pin. CM Punk fights out of a grapple. Punk just WAFFLES X-Pac with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Stun Gun from CM Punk! I still can't believe that was Austin's finisher at one point. There's a two count on the pin. Belly to back suicideplex, X-Pac got folded up big time. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Hard impact Russian Leg Sweep by Punk. According to some other reviewers around here, 'legsweep' is one word. X-Pac powers out of a headlock. X-Pac crushes Punk with a huge legdrop. There's a two count on the pin. Flapjack from X-Pac on Punk. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! X-Pac uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! X-Pac just WAFFLES Punk with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! CM Punk is able to duck a clothesline attempt and connect with a counter clothesline. Stun Gun from CM Punk! I still can't believe that was Austin's finisher at one point. Delayed BRAINBUSTAH~! Punk really drove that one down big time. Tajiri comes running down the aisle with a chair! Punk goes to irish whip X-Pac into the ropes. Tajiri hits X-Pac with a chair to the back! X-Pac can barely stand. Pepsi Plunge! 1....2....3. Tajiri obviously hasn't finished his attack yet! X-Pac stands up. Tajiri spins X-Pac around. Tajiri hits the Kick Of Death! Tajiri eventually leaves, having caused enough damage.

Match Rating 3.5*

Tammy Sytch is backstage with Chris Candido. Candido doesn't really need Tammy Sytch as a mouthpiece, he's better at interviews. It's like putting Paul Heyman with Kurt Angle. It wasn't necessary. Tammy Sytch was on hype duty tonight, this time for a match between Chris Candido and Tajiri. I hope it's good...

Segment Rating 2*

Chris Candido vs Tajiri.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Tajiri strikes Candido. Standing leg lariat by Tajiri on Candido. Second rope flying axe handle, Candido goes down. One day, Tajiri might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Spin kick by Tajiri to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Candido blocks a punch. Vertical suplex by Chris Candido. Doctor Bomb connects and Tajiri landed hard. There's a two count on the pin. Candido goes for a splash but Tajiri puts the knees up. Beautiful spinning arm drag out of the corner by Tajiri. Covers for a quick two count. Tiger suplex on Candido. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, Bloody Hell! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Candido counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Tajiri walks into a high dropkick from Chris Candido, almost losing several teeth in the process. Tajiri avoids a Chris Candido avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Hard back suplex on Candido. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Chris Candido can barely stand. Here it comes - Kick Of Death. 1....2...3, it's finished. X-Pac comes running down the aisle with a chair! Tajiri is just leaving the ring...and X-Pac scores with a brutal chair shot! Tajiri falls to the floor holding his head.

Match Rating 4*

Steve Corino is backstage. He hyped himself up on THE STICK~!, talking about what he was going to do...and soon.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Jushin Thunder Liger vs Shane Helms vs Steve Corino vs Rey Misterio Jr..

Match Background: This will be a four corners bout.

The Match: Flying elbow from Shane Helms connects. Helms hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. There's a two count on the pin. Helms crushes Rey Jr. with a running senton. Rey Misterio Jr. elbows Shane Helms in the face to break a hammerlock. Flying elbow from Rey Misterio Jr. connects. There's a two count on the pin. Rey Jr. crushes Helms with a running senton. Covers for a quick two count. Shane Helms comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Standing leg lariat by Shane Helms on Liger. Helms tags out to Jushin Thunder Liger. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Liger crushes Liger with a huge legdrop. Flying elbow from Jushin Thunder Liger connects. Vicious kick to the teeth from Jushin Thunder Liger. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Tag to Steve Corino. Fallaway slam by Steve Corino puts down Rey Misterio Jr.. High Angle DDT by Steve Corino just SPIKES Rey Misterio Jr. down! Covers for a quick two count. Rey Misterio Jr. takes a butterfly suplex from Corino. There's a two count on the pin. Gutwrench into a powerbomb, aka the Doctor Bomb and Rey Jr. hits hard. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Rey Jr. tags out to Shane Helms. Lightning kick by Helms on Corino. Hard back suplex on Corino. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Shane Helms kicks the leg, knocks Corino down, and goes to work on it. Helms walks into a drop toe hold. Wicked suplex out of the corner from Steve Corino, is executed so well, it hurt MY back. The ref is bumped, as goes down after accidentally getting caught by an elbow to the face. Shane Helms knocks Corino to the outside, then signals for the Nightmare On Helms Street. He reaches out of the ring for Steve Corino...and gets clobbered with the ring bell! Right to the head! The referee wakes up to see Corino sliding in and making the pinfall: 1....2....3! Forget about it.

Match Rating 4*

Christopher Daniels is backstage. He wanted to rip into Dean Malenko. Not literally, of course. That would just be nasty. Instead, this was a good way to build up to an eventual match.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Christopher Daniels vs Dean Malenko.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Christopher Daniels strikes Malenko. Implant DDT by Christopher Daniels! I will always and forever mark out for that move. Covers for a quick two count. Dean Malenko once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Second rope flying axe handle, Daniels goes down. One day, Malenko might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Dean Malenko connects with a back heel kick on Daniels and gets back up quickly. Malenko uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Daniels blocks a punch. Springboard reverse elbow by Christopher Daniels. Excellent move. Looks like Muta has giving out lessons. Dean Malenko can barely stand. Angel's Wings!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! Christopher Daniels climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

Torrie Wilson is backstage with Billy Kidman. Torrie Wilson was out there to hype a match for Kidman against Chavo Guerrero Jr..

Segment Rating 3.5*

Chavo Guerrero Jr. vs Billy Kidman.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Second rope flying axe handle, Kidman goes down. One day, Chavo might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Beautiful spinning arm drag out of the corner by Chavo. Hooks the leg for a two count. Kidman counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Standing leg lariat by Billy Kidman on Chavo. Flying elbow from Billy Kidman connects. Hooks the leg for a two count. Chavo walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one though? Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Billy Kidman hits a rolling kick on Chavo. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. Chavo reverses a waistlock. VICIOUS lightning kick by Chavo on Kidman. Hooks the leg for a two count. DDT from the top rope by Chavo Guerrero Jr.. That looked KILLER! Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Second rope flying axe handle, Kidman goes down. One day, Chavo might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Standing leg lariat by Chavo Guerrero Jr. on Kidman. Kidman blocks a kick from Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Flying elbow from Billy Kidman connects. Springboard dropkick from Billy Kidman. Nicely done. Torrie Wilson is at ringside! Chavo wastes valuable time by yelling at Torrie! Billy Kidman takes advantage of the distraction and nails Chavo from behind! Billy Kidman has Chavo Guerrero Jr. down on the canvas and is ascending the corner. Shooting Star Press!!! 1....2....3!! It's all over. Billy Kidman, having taken the victory thanks to the outside interference of Torrie Wilson, goes over and shakes hands with her, showing that their plan was a success.

Match Rating 4*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 16th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

KroniK vs The Rhodes.

Match Background: KroniK are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion. KroniK are the reigning WCW Tag Team champions, and have been since 15 January 2001.

The Match: Wack kick from Clarke. Weak bodyslam on Rhodes by Clarke sets up a legdrop. There's a two count on the pin. Tag to Brian Adams. Bryan Clarke scoops up Rhodes. Adams bounces off the ropes and hits a flying Hart Attack clothesline. There's a two count on the pin. Running clothesline from Brian Adams was actually MIGHTY sloppy. Rhodes pushes out of a Brian Adams hold. Spinebuster by Dustin Rhodes. Hooks the leg for a two count. Rhodes tags out to Dusty Rhodes. Dusty Rhodes hits a sloppy double axe handle off the top. Pin, but Adams is out just before the three count. Running clothesline from Dusty Rhodes was actually MIGHTY sloppy. Dusty walks into a drop toe hold. Dusty takes a vertical suplex, but pops right back up. Adams tags out to Bryan Clarke. Dusty receives some punishment by Bryan Clarke but with that horrid offense, we're the only ones truly being punished. Dusty tags out to Dustin Rhodes. Bryan Clarke with a badly-executed spinning neckbreaker on Rhodes. One more performed that badly and this match will end on a bad note, if you get my drift. Bulldog and The Anvil come running down the aisle with chairs! Rhodes goes to irish whip Bryan Clarke into the ropes. Bulldog jumps onto the apron with the chair...but Bryan Clarke reverses! Collision between Bulldog, Rhodes, and the chair! Dustin Rhodes falls to the canvas. Dustin Rhodes is in trouble. Here it comes - Meltdown. 1....2...3, it's finished. KroniK climb opposite turnbuckles, working the crowd as they celebrate their victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

Booker T is in the ring. Out from the crowd comes Rob Van Dam, who grabs a chair from ringside as he hits the ring. Booker turns, and gets floored by a brutal chair shot. Booker T gets knocked to the ground by RVD, who is already climbing the turnbuckle. Off the top - Five Star Frog Splash hit hard. Rob Van Dam raises the chair and drives it side-first into the throat of Booker, causing him to roll around in agony. The chair gets put around the head of Booker T, who then gets driven face-first into the mat, crushing his wind pipe against the steel. Paramedics come running out to help Booker T as Rob Van Dam exits via the crowd.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Rhino vs Diamond Dallas Page.

Match Background: Rhino is the reigning WCW United States champion, and has been since 25 March 2001.

The Match: Rhino connects with rights and lefts and Diamond Dallas Page is down! Rhino hits a right hand. Diamond Dallas Page charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. BAAACK Body drop by DDP gets a bit of a pop from the crowd. DDP blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! DDP slams Rhino down. Rhino is sure in trouble now. DDP hits a piledriver on Rhino. I know I wouldn't let someone that bad give me a piledriver. There's a two count on the pin. Rhino blocks a punch. Spear by Rhino. There's a two count on the pin. Death valley driver by Rhino! No one executes that move properly anymore. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! DDP flips out of a Rhino bodyslam attempt. Rhino takes a right hand to the temple from DDP. I bet those hurt more than Sgt. Slaughter's Noogies. Rhino avoids a Diamond Dallas Page avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Rhino slams Diamond Dallas Page down and motions to the crowd. Diamond Dallas Page slams Rhino, who rolls onto his stomach. What is Rhino doing? Diamond Dallas Page picks him up and signals for a powerbomb. He raises Rhino up...but then falls backward, getting crushed by his opponent in the process! Rhino is on top! 1....2....3! Looking at the replay, it appears that Rhino had taken a chain out of his tights and wrapped it around his fist! Diamond Dallas Page must have been punched with that chain while in mid-powerbomb! What a cheap shot! Dean Malenko comes running down the aisle, and gets into the ring! Dean Malenko drops Rhino to the canvas. Dean Malenko quickly locks on the Texas Clover Leaf! Rhino has been left down on the canvas.

Match Rating 3.5*

Jeff Jarrett is his locker room when in walks Paul Heyman. He pleads with him to give CM Punk a match, and eventually Jeff Jarrett agrees.

Segment Rating 3.5*

CM Punk vs Jeff Jarrett.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Back suplex on Jarrett. Stun Gun from CM Punk! I still can't believe that was Austin's finisher at one point. Covers for a quick two count. Jarrett flips out of a CM Punk bodyslam attempt. Jeff Jarrett with a spinning neckbreaker on Punk. STIFF~! chop lights up Punk who covers up to try and stop the agonizing PAIN! Flying shoulder tackle by Jarrett sends Punk CRASHING to the mat. Punk blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! Tiger bomb by CM Punk, executed to perfection. We don't see too many good looking Tiger bombs. Jeff Jarrett is in trouble. Here it comes - Pepsi Plunge. 1....2...3, it's finished. CM Punk climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

John Cena is backstage. I've got a feeling this one is going to be good. He was out there to hype a match against Rick Steiner. Good way to get the fans interested in what is coming up.

Segment Rating 3.5*

John Cena vs Rick Steiner.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Steiner is a glutton for punishment and just continues to take it during this match. Trying to channel the spirit of Misawa, John Cena ends up chanelling Lex Luger instead and nails a running forearm to the face, minus the steel plate, of course. Trying to channel the spirit of Misawa, John Cena ends up chanelling Lex Luger instead and nails a running forearm to the face, minus the steel plate, of course. Covers for a quick two count. Cena slams Rick Steiner down and motions to the crowd. Covers for a quick two count. John Cena misses a clothesline. Weak-*** knife-edge chop from Steiner in the corner. Sting would have NO problem no-selling that. Hooks the leg for a two count. Rick Steiner scores with a face jam on John Cena. Cena counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! Brutal sit out powerbomb on Steiner! John Cena moves in for the kill. FU! 1....2....3. John Cena climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3*

Dean Malenko is in the ring, when Rhino runs out and attacks. They brawl for a while before Rhino takes the advantage. He grabs a chair and floors Malenko with it. He wraps the chair around the ankle of Dean Malenko, then climbs to the second rope. He leaps off with a double-footed stomp to the chair, causing it to snap shut, pillmanizing Dean Malenko, who rolls around in agony. Rhino leaves, the damage done.

Segment Rating 3*

Shane Helms vs X-Pac.

Match Background: Helms has been feuding with Billy Gunn recently, who is a stable mate of X-Pac in Degenerates. X-Pac is the reigning WCW Cruiserweight champion, and has been since 08 March 2001.

The Match: X-Pac hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. X-Pac misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. X-Pac walks into a high dropkick from Shane Helms, almost losing several teeth in the process. Helms whips X-Pac into the turnbuckles...and the ref is crushed! Springboard dropkick from Shane Helms. Nicely done. Hooks the leg, but the referee is still out! Shane Helms misses a clothesline. Flying elbow from X-Pac connects. Flying cross body off the top rope! Hooks the leg for a two count. Tor-NADO DDT from X-Pac, Helms got planted! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Helms powers out of a headlock. Flying reverse elbow by Shane Helms. Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Helms charges into the corner but EATS BOOT. Billy Gunn comes running down the aisle with a chair! X-Pac goes to irish whip Shane Helms into the ropes. Billy hits Helms with a chair to the back! X-Pac moves in for the kill. Here it comes - X-Factor. 1....2...3, it's finished. X-Pac and Billy beat away on Shane Helms, leaving him spread-eagled on the canvas.

Match Rating 3.5*

KroniK are backstage. They was building up the feud with Bulldog and The Anvil. I respect you, Booker Man.

Segment Rating 2.5*

Booker T vs Scott Steiner.

Match Background: Booker T is the reigning WCW World champion, and has been since 28 January 2001.

The Match: Poppa Pump strikes away at Booker T, not doing much damage at all. Scott Steiner gets taken down out of nowhere! STIFF~! chop lights up Poppa Pump who covers up to try and stop the agonizing PAIN! The referee bumps after catching a wild right hand and is down. Booker T scores with a standing spinebuster. Hooks the leg, but the referee is still out! Poppa Pump counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! Weak bodyslam on Booker by Poppa Pump sets up a legdrop. Poppa Pump hits a piledriver on Booker T. I know I wouldn't let someone that bad give me a piledriver. Hooks the leg for a two count. Scott Steiner turns Booker inside-out with a clothesline. Reminds me of Willow's 'Bored Now' skin ripping finisher. Inside joke, don't worry about it. Pin, but Booker is out just before the three count. Booker powers out of a headlock. Big piledriver on Poppa Pump. Pin, but Poppa Pump is out just before the three count. Scott Steiner once again takes the advantage after blocking a few punches and connecting with some forearms. Rob Van Dam comes running down the aisle and into the ring! Booker T turns around. Rob Van Dam slams Booker down. Rob Van Dam climbs to the top rope and hits the Five Star Frog Splash! RVD leaves the ring, the damage done! The ref gets into position, administers the three count, and it's over. Scott Steiner pins Booker. Rob Van Dam obviously hasn't finished his attack yet! Booker T stands up. Rob Van Dam slams Booker down. Rob Van Dam climbs to the top rope and hits the Five Star Frog Splash! Rob Van Dam eventually leaves, having caused enough damage.

Match Rating 4*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 19th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

CM Punk vs Chris Candido vs Evan Karagias vs Yang.

Match Background: This will be an elimination bout.

The Match: Yang uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! Yang kicks the leg, knocks Candido down, and goes to work on it. Covers for a quick two count. Yang tags out to Evan Karagias. Hard back suplex on Candido. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Back heel kick off the second rope, Candido goes down. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Karagias tags out to CM Punk. Stun Gun from CM Punk! I still can't believe that was Austin's finisher at one point. Tag between Chris Candido and Yang. STIFF high kick on Punk by Yang. Punk flips out of a Yang bodyslam attempt. TIGER DRIVER '91~! Almost KILLS Yang. ONE...TWO...THREE. Punk defeats Yang. Punk gets caught with a short powerbomb from Candido. Flying cross body off the top rope! Covers for a quick two count. Implant DDT by Chris Candido! I will always and forever mark out for that move. Tag between CM Punk and Evan Karagias. Candido takes a flying neckbreaker from Evan Karagias. Flying elbow from Evan Karagias connects. Karagias walks into a drop toe hold. Candido hits a dropkick on Evan Karagias and gets right back up. Chris Candido brings out a jumping powerbomb to nearly murder Karagias in the ring! ONE...TWO...THREE. Candido defeats Karagias. BRAINBUSTAH~! by Chris Candido! DDT from the top rope by Chris Candido. That looked KILLER. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! CM Punk pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Chris Candido is in trouble. Here it comes - Pepsi Plunge. 1....2...3, it's finished.

Match Rating 3.5*

Bret Hart is backstage, and announces that tonight we will see Tajiri and X-Pac fight one on one.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Steve Corino vs Rey Misterio Jr..

Match Background: None.

The Match: A Gut buster connects on Rey Jr. and hits hard. Steve Corino hits a bulldog off the ropes. Covers for a quick two count. Corino walks into a drop toe hold. Rey Misterio Jr. connects with a back heel kick on Corino and gets back up quickly. Second rope flying axe handle, Corino goes down. One day, Rey Jr. might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. There's a two count on the pin. Back heel kick off the second rope and Corino goes flying! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Corino pushes out of a Rey Misterio Jr. hold. Rey Jr. walks into a jaw breaker. There's a two count on the pin. Wicked suplex out of the corner from Steve Corino, is executed so well, it hurt MY back. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Bodyslam by Corino. Corino scoops and slams Rey Misterio Jr.. What's the difference between a scoop slam and a body slam anyway? Rey Misterio Jr. avoids a Steve Corino avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Rey Misterio Jr. hits a rolling kick on Corino. Konnan has ruined any chance for me ever enjoying this maneuver again with his ****ty execution of it. Back heel kick off the second rope and Corino goes flying! Rey Misterio Jr. moves in for the kill. Here it comes - Flying Hurricanrana. 1....2...3, it's finished. Rey Misterio Jr. remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 4*

Sinister Minister is backstage with Jushin Thunder Liger. Sinister Minister wanted to rip into Shane Helms. Uh oh. Looks like SOMEONE is a little upset tonight.

Segment Rating 3*

Jushin Thunder Liger vs Shane Helms.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Standing leg lariat by Jushin Thunder Liger on Helms. Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and Helms goes down. Spin kick by Jushin Thunder Liger to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Spin kick by Jushin Thunder Liger to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Helms pushes out of a Jushin Thunder Liger hold. Helms uses a basement dropkick to the knee and it looks like it might be TIME TO GO TO SCHOOL~! SUPER frankensteiner on Liger, who hit hard and is loopy as a result. Covers for a quick two count. Helms goes for a splash but Liger puts the knees up. Spinning bulldog in the corner and Helms is down! Covers for a quick two count. Tor-NADO DDT from Jushin Thunder Liger, Helms got planted! Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Helms counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! Shane Helms connects with a back heel kick on Liger and gets back up quickly. Jushin Thunder Liger comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Sinister Minister has climbed up onto the apron! Helms turns...and falls for the distraction! Jushin Thunder Liger attacks Helms from behind! Shane Helms is in trouble. Liger Bomb! 1....2....3. Jushin Thunder Liger climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

Steven Richards is backstage with Tajiri. Steven Richards talked trash about X-Pac, continuing the feud with Tajiri. Sticks and stones may break your bones, but words will always help build up a rivalry. Well, I guess sticks and stones would as well, but you know what I mean.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Christopher Daniels vs Billy Kidman.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and Kidman goes down. Billy Kidman pulls a mule kick out of nowhere. Daniels walks into a high dropkick from Billy Kidman, almost losing several teeth in the process. The referee bumps after catching a wild right hand and is down. Daniels walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one though? Cover, but there's no one to count for Billy Kidman! Kidman walks into a drop toe hold. Kidman takes a flying neckbreaker from Christopher Daniels. Flying cross body off the top rope! Hooks the leg for a two count. Springboard dropkick from Christopher Daniels. Nicely done. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Billy Kidman reverses a hip toss. Super kick by Billy Kidman. Pin, but Daniels is out just before the three count. Daniels backdrops Billy Kidman out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Christopher Daniels. Christopher Daniels moves in for the kill. Angel's Wings! 1....2....3. Christopher Daniels goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

Sonjay Dutt is backstage. He was out there to hype a match against Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Good way to get the fans interested in what is coming up.

Segment Rating 3*

havo Guerrero Jr. vs Sonjay Dutt.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Dutt crushes Chavo with a huge legdrop. Springboard dropkick from Sonjay Dutt. Nicely done. Chavo walks into a face crusher variation. Has anyone's face ever really been crushed by one though? Pin, but Chavo is out just before the three count. Flying elbow from Sonjay Dutt connects. There's a two count on the pin. Chavo flips out of a Sonjay Dutt bodyslam attempt. Flying elbow from Chavo Guerrero Jr. connects. Springboard reverse elbow by Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Excellent move. Looks like Muta has giving out lessons. Chavo goes for a splash but Dutt puts the knees up. Spinning bulldog in the corner and Chavo is down! Sonjay Dutt has Chavo Guerrero Jr. down on the canvas and is ascending the corner. Off the top - Bombay Splash, forget about it. 1....2...3! Sonjay Dutt remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

X-Pac is backstage. He continued their rivalry by getting on THE STICK~! and ripping into Tajiri. I'm happy that they're giving the feud enough time to develop.

Segment Rating 3*

Tajiri vs X-Pac.

Match Background: This is a continuation of the X-Pac vs Tajiri feud. Tajiri has yet to get an in-ring victory in this feud. This match is for the WCW Cruiserweight title. X-Pac has been WCW Cruiserweight champion since 08 March 2001.

The Match: Tajiri walks into a high dropkick from X-Pac, almost losing several teeth in the process. Tajiri blocks a kick from X-Pac. Tajiri strikes X-Pac. Tajiri misses a clothesline...and takes out the referee accidentally! DDT from the top rope by Tajiri. That looked KILLER! Hooks the leg, but the referee is still out! Tajiri misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Spin kick by X-Pac to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Flying reverse elbow by X-Pac. Covers for a quick two count. Vicious kick to the teeth from X-Pac. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! X-Pac walks into a drop toe hold. SUPER frankensteiner on X-Pac, who hit hard. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! X-Pac reverses a Tajiri hammerlock. X-Pac misses a clothesline...and takes out the referee accidentally! Tajiri floors X-Pac, then signals for the Kick Of Death. Meanwhile, X-Pac has something in his hands. Tajiri comes over...and gets nailed with a set of brass knuckles! The referee wakes up to see the pinfall: 1....2....3! It's over. X-Pac leaves the ring and heads off down the aisle at speed. X-Pac has the victory, and isn't hanging around for Tajiri to look for revenge.

Match Rating 4*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 23rd 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

Booker T is in the ring. Rob Van Dam comes out, and challenges him to a match at Spring Stampede. The challenge is accepted.

Segment Rating 4*

CM Punk vs Chris Kanyon.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Punk drives a HARD forearm into the chest of Kanyon. A Gut buster connects on Kanyon and hits hard. Hooks the leg for a two count. Chris Kanyon powers out of a CM Punk headlock. A Gut buster connects on Punk and hits hard. Chris Kanyon connects with rights and lefts and CM Punk is down! CM Punk charges into the corner, but EATS BOOT and staggers backward. Punk blocks the suplex attempt and is able to hit the suplex instead! Kanyon walks into a killer lariat, as opposed to a friendly lariat. Chris Kanyon can barely stand. Pepsi Plunge! 1....2....3. CM Punk remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3.5*

KroniK are backstage. They continued the feud by ripping into Bulldog and The Anvil. Hooray for properly booked feuds!

Segment Rating 3.5*

The Rhodes vs Outsiders.

Match Background: Outsiders are one of the most experienced teams in the promotion.

The Match: Rhodes gets splashed in the corner. Rhodes reverses a waistlock. Rhodes slams Kevin Nash down and motions to the crowd. Rhodes tags out to Dusty Rhodes. Kevin Nash takes a right hand to the temple from Dusty. Dusty Rhodes with a badly-executed spinning neckbreaker on Nash. One more performed that badly and this match will end on a bad note, if you get my drift. Nash flips out of a Dusty Rhodes bodyslam attempt. Big kick from Nash staggers Dusty but that's about it. Nash tags out to Scott Hall. Scott Hall hits a right hand on Dusty Rhodes and follows it up with a couple more. Scott Hall hits a right hand on Dusty Rhodes. Dusty Rhodes elbows Scott Hall in the face to break a hammerlock. Scott Hall takes a right hand to the temple from Dusty. Dusty tags out to Dustin Rhodes. Death valley driver by Dustin Rhodes! No one executes that move properly anymore. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Running knee lift from Dustin Rhodes. The Rhodes have Scott Hall to themselves. Double Bionic Elbow! 1....2....3! It's over. The Rhodes go into the crowd, where they celebrate their win.

Match Rating 3*

Dean Malenko is backstage. Why Dean Malenko? Oh, I've got an idea! Let's hire someone with even LESS charisma that they could have interviewed! He continued their rivalry by getting on THE STICK~! and ripping into Rhino. I'm happy that they're giving the feud enough time to develop.

Segment Rating 3*

John Cena vs Shawn Stasiak.

Match Background: None.

The Match: STIFF~! chop lights up Stasiak who covers up to try and stop the agonizing PAIN! Cena hits a right hand. BAAACK Body drop by Stasiak gets a bit of a pop from the crowd. Bodyslam by Cena. Stasiak blocks a punch. Stasiak slams John Cena down and motions to the crowd. Massive backbreaker on Cena and I get happy flashbacks to Bret Hart's Five Moves of DOOM. There's a two count on the pin. Stasiak goes for a splash but Cena puts the knees up. Massive backbreaker on Stasiak and I get happy flashbacks to Bret Hart's Five Moves of DOOM. There's a two count on the pin. Death valley driver (not to be confused with the DVD 500) by John Cena connects and Shawn Stasiak is down! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Stasiak counters a sleeper with a jaw breaker and is able to get free! Trying to channel the spirit of Misawa, Shawn Stasiak ends up chanelling Lex Luger instead and nails a running forearm to the face, minus the steel plate, of course. John Cena reverses a hip toss. BIG clothesline on Stasiak. Shawn Stasiak is in trouble. Here it comes - FU. 1....2...3, it's finished. John Cena goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Bulldog and The Anvil are backstage. They continued the feud by ripping into KroniK. Hooray for properly booked feuds!

Segment Rating 3.5*

Sting vs Jeff Jarrett.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Sting hits a right hand. Sting connects with rights and lefts and Jeff Jarrett is down! BIG clothesline on Jarrett. Flying shoulder tackle by Sting sends Jarrett CRASHING to the mat. Jarrett reverses a Sting hammerlock. Vertical suplex by Jeff Jarrett. Doctor Bomb connects and Sting landed hard. Hooks the leg for a two count. Sting reverses a Jeff Jarrett hammerlock. Sting hits a bulldog off the ropes. Covers for a quick two count. DEATH VALLEY DRIVAH~! by Sting just KILLS Jeff Jarrett! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Jarrett ducks a wild right hand. Jeff Jarrett snap suplexes Sting. Sting counters a backdrop attempt with a kick to the face and hit a clothesline! Bodyslam by Sting. Sting floors Jeff Jarrett. Jeff Jarrett gets locked in the Scorpion Deathlock! Submission victory! Sting goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 3.5*

Rhino is backstage. He was building up the feud with Dean Malenko. Well, that's just...neat!

Segment Rating 4*

Brian Adams, Bryan Clarke, and Dean Malenko vs British Bulldog, Jim Neidhart, and Rhino.

Match Background: Malenko and Rhino have been feuding for quite some time now. So far, Malenko hasn't managed to get a pin or submission over Rhino since the feud started. This is a continuation of the KroniK vs Bulldog and The Anvil feud. Rhino is the reigning WCW United States champion, and has been since 25 March 2001. KroniK are the reigning WCW Tag Team champions, and have been since 15 January 2001.

The Match: Rhino connects with rights and lefts and Dean Malenko is down! Bodyslam by Rhino. Tag between Rhino and Jim Neidhart. Jim Neidhart punches away at Dean Malenko. Jim Neidhart DDTs Malenko in a move that is so poorly executed, you can actually see that Dean Malenko's head didn't touch the mat at all. Hooks the leg for a two count. Anvil tags out to British Bulldog. Bulldog and The Anvil hook up Malenko, then hit a double suplex. British Bulldog strikes Dean Malenko with a hard blow. Malenko backdrops British Bulldog out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Dean Malenko. Hard back suplex on Bulldog. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Malenko tags out to Bryan Clarke. Bryan Clarke strikes British Bulldog with a hard blow. Bryan Clarke turns Bulldog inside-out with a clothesline. Reminds me of Willow's 'Bored Now' skin ripping finisher. Inside joke, don't worry about it. Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Bryan Clarke strikes British Bulldog with a hard blow. Tag between Bryan Clarke and Brian Adams. Bulldog receives some punishment by Brian Adams but with that horrid offense, we're the only ones truly being punished. Big kick from Adams staggers Bulldog but that's about it. British Bulldog avoids a Brian Adams avalanche by getting out of the damn way! Tag between British Bulldog and Rhino. Bodyslam by Rhino. Adams tags out to Dean Malenko. Malenko hits a HARD spinning kick to the jaw. Rhino backdrops Dean Malenko out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Rhino. Dean Malenko slams Rhino, who rolls onto his stomach. What is Rhino doing? Dean Malenko picks him up and signals for a powerbomb. He raises Rhino up...but then falls backward, getting crushed by his opponent in the process! Rhino is on top! 1....2....3! Looking at the replay, it appears that Rhino had taken a chain out of his tights and wrapped it around his fist! Dean Malenko must have been punched with that chain while in mid-powerbomb! What a cheap shot!

Match Rating 3.5*

Rob Van Dam and Booker T are in the ring on opposite sides of a table, about to sign a contract to face each other in an upcoming match. Rob Van Dam signs it. Booker also signs it, but is immediately attacked by RVD, who drives the table into his ribs. Rob Van Dam floors Booker T...and climbs the turnbuckles. Through the air, Five Star Frog Splash! Rob Van Dam walks off, having won this battle.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

April 26th 2001
Next PPV Spring Stampede April 29th 2001

Evan Karagias vs Sonjay Dutt.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Implant DDT by Evan Karagias! I will always and forever mark out for that move. SUPER frankensteiner on Dutt, who hit hard and is loopy as a result. There's a two count on the pin. Sonjay Dutt is able to duck a clothesline attempt and connect with a counter clothesline. Sonjay Dutt kicks the leg, knocks Karagias down, and goes to work on it. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. There's a two count on the pin. Tiger suplex on Karagias. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, dammit. Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! I would have bought that as the finish! Dutt hits a dropkick on Evan Karagias and gets right back up. Karagias ducks a wild right hand. Karagias crushes Dutt with a huge legdrop. There's a two count on the pin. Tiger suplex on Dutt. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, dammit. Pin, but Dutt is out just before the three count. Hard back suplex on Dutt. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and Dutt goes down. Dutt reverses a Evan Karagias hammerlock. Hard back suplex on Karagias. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Back heel kick off the second rope, Karagias goes down. Sonjay Dutt has Evan Karagias down on the canvas and is ascending the corner. Off the top - Bombay Splash, forget about it. 1....2...3! Sonjay Dutt remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 3*

X-Pac is backstage. He was building up the feud with Tajiri. Well, that's just...neat!

Segment Rating 3.5*

Chris Candido vs CM Punk.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Chris Candido just WALKS into a stiff lariat clothesline from Punk. Candido pushes out of a CM Punk hold. Chris Candido connects with a back heel kick on Punk and gets back up quickly. CM Punk charges, Candido moves, and the referee is knocked silly! Front legsweep slam aka The Stroke by Chris Candido. Pinfall attempt, but the ref is out and can't count to three! Punk counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Punk drives a thrust kick into the chest of Candido. Candido gets rocked with a brutal elbow to the jaw by Punk. A few more of those and Candido will go down worse than Bart Gunn at 'Mania 15. There's a two count on the pin. Belly to back suicideplex, Candido got folded up big time. Pin, but Candido is out just before the three count. Chris Candido comes up with a right hand out of nowhere. Tiger bomb by Chris Candido, which is nowhere near as cool as a botched Pedigree but gets the job done. Pin, but Punk is out just before the three count. Punk counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Chris Candido is in trouble. Here it comes - Pepsi Plunge. 1....2...3, it's finished. CM Punk remains in the ring, celebrating the victory.

Match Rating 4*

Shane Helms is backstage. He wanted to rip into Yang. Not literally, of course. That would just be nasty. Instead, this was a good way to build up to an eventual match.

Segment Rating 3*

Yang vs Shane Helms.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Shane Helms connects with a back heel kick on Yang and gets back up quickly. Shane Helms connects with a back heel kick on Yang and gets back up quickly. Helms hits a dropkick on Yang and gets right back up. THERE IT IS! A legdrop to the BACK OF THE HEAD! I swear, that makes any match just a little bit better. I don't mind telling you that every time I see it, that's for sure. Yang is able to duck a clothesline attempt and connect with a counter clothesline. Implant DDT by Yang! I will always and forever mark out for that move. Flying cross body off the top rope! Covers for a quick two count. Helms backdrops Yang out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Shane Helms. Lightning kick by Helms on Yang. There's a two count on the pin. Tiger suplex on Yang. No Misawa references from me, I swear. Oh, Bloody Hell! Hooks the leg! ONE...TWO...NO! Yang backdrops Shane Helms out of a piledriver attempt. That took a lot out of Yang. Dropkick connects to the butt of the jaw and Helms goes down. Yang charges into the corner but EATS BOOT. Helms hits a dropkick on Yang and gets right back up. Shane Helms moves in for the kill. Nightmare On Helms Street!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! Shane Helms climbs each turnbuckle in turn, working the crowd as he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

Steve Corino is backstage. I'm actually looking forward to this and you should too! He wanted to rip into Dean Malenko. Not literally, of course. That would just be nasty. Instead, this was a good way to build up to an eventual match.

Segment Rating 4*

Dean Malenko vs Steve Corino.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Trying to channel the spirit of Misawa, Steve Corino ends up chanelling Lex Luger instead and nails a running forearm to the face, minus the steel plate, of course. Dean Malenko elbows Steve Corino in the face to break a hammerlock. Malenko just WAFFLES Corino with a STIFF chop that hurt ME to watch! Dean Malenko misses a clothesline...and takes out the referee accidentally! Springboard dropkick from Dean Malenko. Nicely done. Pinfall attempt, but the ref is out and can't count to three! Corino powers out of a headlock. Corino drives a thrust kick into the chest of Malenko. Vicious back suplex! Dean Malenko got nailed big time! Hooks the leg for a two count. Steve Corino brings out a jumping powerbomb to nearly murder Malenko in the ring! Pinfall attempt: ONE...TWO...NO! Steve Corino misses a clothesline. Super kick by Dean Malenko. Pin, but Corino is out just before the three count. Corino counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Steve Corino moves in for the kill. Here it comes - Old School Expulsion. 1....2...3, it's finished. Steve Corino goes into the crowd, where he celebrates his victory

Match Rating 4*

Filthy Animals are backstage. They just gave the mic to the wrong person tonight. They wanted to rip into Liger \ Daniels.

Segment Rating 2.5*

Filthy Animals vs Christopher Daniels and Jushin Thunder Liger.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Kidman takes a flying neckbreaker from Jushin Thunder Liger. SUPER frankensteiner on Kidman, who hit hard and is loopy as a result. Hooks the leg for a two count. Tag between Jushin Thunder Liger and Christopher Daniels. Daniels \ Liger whip Kidman into the corner. Christopher Daniels whips Jushin Thunder Liger in for a hard clothesline to follow-up. Second rope flying axe handle, Kidman goes down. One day, Daniels might even consider coming off the top with that. You know...for more impact and stuff. Hooks the leg for a two count. STIFF high kick on Kidman by Christopher Daniels. Christopher Daniels misses a big legdrop after stalling too long. Springboard dropkick from Billy Kidman. Nicely done. Kidman tags out to Rey Misterio Jr.. Spin kick by Rey Misterio Jr. to the face sends the opponent FLYING across the ring. Beautiful spinning arm drag out of the corner by Rey Jr.. Daniels ducks a wild right hand. Daniels tags out to Jushin Thunder Liger. Flying reverse elbow by Jushin Thunder Liger. DDT from the top rope by Jushin Thunder Liger. That looked KILLER. Pin, but Rey Jr. is out just before the three count. Standing leg lariat by Jushin Thunder Liger on Rey Jr.. Rey Jr. counters an arm wringer with an elbow to the side of the head. Superkick by Rey Misterio Jr. practically knocks out all of Jushin Thunder Liger's teeth! Rey Misterio Jr. moves in for the kill. Flying Hurricanrana! 1....2....3. Filthy Animals remain in the ring, celebrating their victory.

Match Rating 4*

Steven Richards is backstage with Tajiri. Steven Richards was building up the feud between X-Pac and Tajiri. Good idea.

Segment Rating 3.5*

Chavo Guerrero Jr. vs Tajiri.

Match Background: None.

The Match: Standing leg lariat by Tajiri on Chavo. Chavo reverses a Tajiri hammerlock. Spinning back kick from Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Tajiri charges, Chavo moves, and the referee is knocked silly! Springboard dropkick from Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Nicely done. Cover, but there's no one to count for Chavo Guerrero Jr.! Chavo drops an elbow...but Tajiri moves out of the way. Hard back suplex on Chavo. Come to think of it, that move had WAY too much power in No Mercy for N64. Springboard reverse elbow by Tajiri. Excellent move. Looks like Muta has giving out lessons. Hooks the leg for a two count. DDT from the top rope by Tajiri. That looked KILLER! Cover, ONE...TWO...NO! I honestly thought that match was going to end right then and there. Chavo Guerrero Jr. powers out of a Tajiri headlock. Chavo crushes Tajiri with a running senton. Pin, but Tajiri is out just before the three count. Tajiri blocks a kick from Chavo Guerrero Jr.. Tajiri moves in for the kill. Kick Of Death!!! That shook the ring. 1....2....3!! X-Pac comes running down the aisle with a chair! Tajiri is just leaving the ring...and X-Pac scores with a brutal chair shot! Tajiri falls to the floor holding his head.

Match Rating 4*

Show Rating 3.5*

[WeirdViper]

Re: WCW Saved from the Ashes

Preview

WCW WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
RVD VS BOOKER T(c)

WCW UNITED STATES CHAMPIONSHIP
TABLES MATCH
DEAN MALENKO VS RHINO(c)

WCW TELEVISION CHAMPIONSHIP
SHANE HELMS VS BILLY GUNN(c)

WCW TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
BULLDOG & ANVIL VS KRONIK(c)

WCW CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
LADDER MATCH
TAJIRI W/STEVEN RICHARDS VS X PAC(c)

nWo (HOGAN/HALL/NASH) VS THE RHODES & ???

CM PUNK VS CHRIS KANYON VS JEFF JARRETT

GOLDBERG VS STING VS SCOTT STEINER

DDP VS LANCE STORM