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Post by DTP. on Jan 10, 2021 15:12:56 GMT -5
 Sunday Night Heat - February 4, 2001
Mobile Civic Center in Mobile, Alabama
Broadcast on MTV - Live from WWF New York
Taped on January 30, 2001 The opening video package aired, bringing us live to Sunday Night Heat! The entertainment complex in WWF New York were electric, as Michael Cole and Al Snow - our usual co-hosts - welcomed us back to the normality of MTV's Heat! Hot off the heels of a controversial edition of 'The Tazz Show', Cole noted that we were three weeks away from No Way Out. Tonight, they'd be joined by none other than the newly appointed WWF Divas Ambassador Debra, as well as the WWF Champion Kurt Angle!
Michael Cole and Al Snow were about to delve into the ever-expanding WWF Championship chase, while on the Road to WrestleMania. Unfortunately, Tazz came stomping out to the stage throwing his arms up in protest of the show that was about to take place! 'The One Man Crime Scene' was irritated by the insults implied from Michael and Al in regards to the Tazz Show, last week. The thug denied the idea that last week's show was anything but a smash hit. For starters, it had everything a guy or a doll could ask for: it had Tazz. Secondly, it might have been a tad controversial, but it was cutting edge! It was obnoxious, it was in-your-face, and it had personality: which Cole and Tazz severely lacked! Snow made a remark about the thug being obnoxious, bringing Tazz to bring up how much of a brainiac he thought he was. Tazz believed Snow thought himself tough, thought himself smart - if he was so smart, how did he know Stone Cold Steve Austin would come out and Stun their asses last week on RAW is WAR? Al rolled his eyes and told the thug that he really didn't have time for this each and every week. Snow was finally back in the ring competing each and every week, and on top of that he had to run Sunday Night Heat. The truth was he was sick of having to put up with Tazz every week, and with last week as proof: AL wasn't afraid to come on out and kick his Brooklyn ass!
Tazz mocked Al Snow's persistence in fighting solving matters. 'The One Man Crime Scene' reminded Snow that it was he who took him out with the Tazzmission to become the WWF European Championship once upon a time. The thug found no joy in humiliating and injuring Snow even further. If Al thought he was tough enough, he suggested making things interesting. Tazz proposed they get it on, one-on-one tomorrow night live on RAW is WAR - with the winner getting his gig as co-host every week! Al squared up and looked down on the thug, telling him that he was on. Snow couldn't wait to finally get his hands on him, because he promised to whoop Tazz's butt until the cows came home! 'The One Man Crime Scene' deflected Snow's threats, calling him a chump and to enjoy his final night co-hosting Sunday Night Heat. Tazz warned Snow that after he beats him on RAW tomorrow night, he wouldn't be allowed within ten thousand feet of WWF New York! Tazz walked off, with Al Snow telling the thug he couldn't wait for tomorrow night! Perhaps wisely, Michael Cole began to talk about Kurt Angle and the ever-changing climate of the WWF Championship picture, sending us to footage from SmackDown Xtreme.
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A video package aired, looking back at SmackDown Xtreme. The Rock and Triple H had plenty of differences with one another, for one with both wanting a shot at the WWF Championship. With Stephanie McMahon absent from the show, Kurt Angle found himself in for a shock when Vince McMahon declared that his WWF Championship would be at stake, in a Casket match against his opponent from the Royal Rumble, the Undertaker. Shane McMahon involved himself, and 'the Megastar' was able to get away unscathed as champ, when out came 'the Big Red Machine' Kane. It was the numbers advantage of the Coalition, with Angle, Shane, the Big Show, Edge and Christian that dominated the group - when out came the 2001 Royal Rumble winner Stone Cold Steve Austin. For a second week in a row, the Coalition were sent from the ring in droves, courtesy of 'the Texas Rattlesnake' and the Brothers of Destruction.
We went to footage taken from earlier today, where the WWF Champion Kurt Angle showed up outside of the entertainment complex in a limousine! The egotistical 'Megastar' appeared to be in a good mood despite being booed by the crowd surrounding him. As the Olympic Gold Medalist walked with style, being given the red carpet treatment, it was notable that once again there was no sign of his girlfriend, Stephanie McMahon.
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In a New York City hotel room, Perry Saturn was lounged on a king-sized bed in his boxer shorts with his arm around a visibly bored Terri. 'The She-Devil' filed her nails as she sat in lingerie, while Perry dully and contently watched television. Terri broke the awkward silence and asked if he liked seeing her all compromised in her bra and panties on SmackDown, but Perry was less enthused. Murmuring to be quiet, he was invested with the TV screen. 'The She-Devil' sighed and laid restlessly on Saturn's chest, clawing him with her fingernails. Perry again asked Terri to cool off, he was watching his program! This caused 'the She-Devil' to take charge and switch off the TV using the remote, wanting to ask Perry what the matter was. They had planned this hot, steamy weekend away in the Big Apple, yet the only place they'd been was the hotel lobby! Saturn dismissed it as not having much to do, when Terri concluded their relationship was missing some form of excitement. There was a knock at the door, and Perry jumped up to open it quickly. Terri questioned who it was, when Dean Malenko stepped in with a six-pack of beer and pizza! Saturn was excited to see his tag team partner from the Radicalz, and explained he'd invited him along, to the passive-aggressive ire of his girlfriend Terri.
The Hardy Boyz were victorious in singles action tonight, with Essa Rios losing out on his rematch clause against the new WWF Light Heavyweight Champion Jeff Hardy. Matt hugged it out with his rainbow-haired younger brother, Team Xtreme having one title in the group following Lita's unfortunate loss to WWF Women's Champion Ivory on SmackDown Xtreme.
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A video package aired, looking back on the situation regarding the McMahon Family. Vince McMahon had finally had enough of the WWF Champion Kurt Angle, and this past Monday night on RAW is WAR challenged 'the Megastar' to a match with his title on the line, on Kurt Angle Appreciation Night in his hometown of Pittsburgh! Vince remained confident, as did Angle, who dismissed it as the Chairman threatening him in a game of chicken. Stephanie McMahon confronted her rival father before the match, showing some measure of concern for her Dad. Vince made her question if "he was really the bad guy" in the situation with the Coalition. Shane McMahon doubled down on being excited for Vince's failure at Kurt's hand, which further cemented how Shane only cared about one thing: domination over the World Wrestling Federation. The WWF Championship match arrived, with the Coalition present to watch their leader fight his girlfriend's father. Vince gave it everything he had, but interference from Shane O'Mac allowed Angle to make the boss tap out to the Ankle Lock. Following the match, all hell broke loose between the Coalition, Stone Cold Steve Austin and the Brothers of Destruction. When it was all said and done, Angle and Shane were standing tall. Stephanie McMahon came out to the rampway, watching with concern. Who were the real bad guys in this McMahon Family War?
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We returned to the hotel room in New York City, where Perry Saturn and Terri continued to sit on their bed, boredom resumed. The television was back on, and 'the She-Devil' had tried to conceal herself in a robe over her lingerie. Terri remained unsatisfied with the romantic getaway weekend for the couple, when the camera panned across to see Dean Malenko eating a slice of pizza and drinking a bear, on a twin king-sized bed! Malenko laughed with his mouth full at the TV, but Perry ordered he be quiet. The Radicalz had never been one to be extremely friendly, and this was evidenced when Saturn shut down two attempts by Malenko to make small-talk. Terri sighed and rolled her eyes at the two, sat between them. Suddenly, Terri excitedly knelt, jumping up and down on the bed! Saturn and Malenko were confused, but Terri had had a brilliant idea! Perry tried to calm her down and come back to bed, but Terri's robe flew right into Malenko's awe-struck face!
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We returned to Michael Cole and Al Snow in WWF New York, as the co-hosts appeared disturbed over the antics in the hotel room, surrounding the Radicalz and Terri. Nonetheless, they warmed the people of the entertainment complex up for the newly-appointed WWF Divas Ambassador, Debra! She came strutting out onto the stage, waving to the overjoyed crowd with a huge smile on her face. As she took a seat on the couch, Cole and Snow questioned the decision to introduce a WWF Divas Ambassador role to overlook the women's division. Debra commented that it was Vince McMahon's idea, that they ran into one another in catering one day and offered her the job on the spot. Clearly, the Chairman liked what she brought to the table. Cole noted that the WWF Women's Championship had been defended more in the past few months than ever before, and believed that the WWF Divas had not been so under control since Mick Foley's reign as Commissioner. Debra wanted to make a difference for the female competitors that the World Wrestling Federation had to offer.
Al Snow began to talk about the burning question on the incident involving the Right to Censor leaving Chyna in a temporary state of paralysis, and questioned whether she had considered harsher measures taken against the WWF Women's Champion Ivory. Debra admitted that ideally she would have had her stripped of the title and suspended for being behind the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan's spike piledriver assault, but she felt punishing her with a public apology would accomplish the same thing. When that didn't come to pass, Debra set out to make Ivory work for her gold - against the likes of Molly Holly and Lita. When it came to 'the Ninth Wonder of the World', Jim Ross was scheduled to conduct a sit-down interview with her tomorrow night live via satellite on RAW is WAR, and Debra personally hoped with all of her heart that Chyna would once again be able to compete in a WWF ring.
Debra smiled as Michael Cole asked her what her duties and responsibilities covered as WWF Divas Ambassador, to which the beautiful businesswoman explained that her role didn't only cover title matches and women's division matches, but it went as far as photoshoots; media appearances and autograph signings. Debra let it slip that they were in planning to release a WWF Divas videotape soon, and would be shooting in a few weeks! Cole and Snow wished her the best of luck in her new role, when Tori showed up! Slurring her words and shouting at the top of the lungs, the ex-girlfriend of X-Pac had been drinking again! With a stammer in her step and a cocktail in her hand, Tori mocked Debra's claims for change in the women's division, saying she was so sick and tired of being overlooked! She claimed she was out for seven long months recovering from a torn labrum, and nobody gave a damn. She came back and hooked up with her piece of garbage ex-boyfriend, and he'd tossed her to the curb. Now Debra was in charge of the "jezebels division" and still nobody cared about Tori! Tori asked Debra what about her, and Debra took a stand and backed up from the aggressively tipsy Tori. As Debra apologized to her, Cole and Snow were able to get security to escort Tori from the stage! Tori had fallen off the deep end.
A video package aired, looking back on RAW is WAR. Stone Cold Steve Austin was headed into WrestleMania full steam, coming off a triumphant third-time victory in the 2001 Royal Rumble match. Destined to headline WrestleMania X-Seven to challenge for the WWF Championship, 'the Texas Rattlesnake' had fun disposing of Al Snow and Tazz with a beer toast and a pair of Stone Cold Stunners, when 'the Rattlesnake' was abruptly assaulted by Chris Benoit. 'The Rabid Wolverine' wrenched on Austin's neck, with flashbacks of their brutal Non-Sanctioned match at No Mercy still fresh in the Canadian's mind. On SmackDown Xtreme, Austin wanted Benoit but instead got WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show, who he was able to overcome despite interfering odds from Shane McMahon. But as Austin closed in on Shane O'Mac, 'the Rattlesnake' found himself jumped yet again by 'the Wolverine', locked in the Crossface again! Backstage, the Coalition tried to congratulate Benoit on a job well done, but he shrugged it off. He wasn't looking out for the Coalition anymore - he was looking out for himself. With Benoit's relationship with the Coalition in purgatory, Austin turned to an old rival in Vince McMahon. Austin again demanded to fight Chris Benoit, despite the Chairman's objections. Austin told Vince that he might be Shane and Stephanie McMahon's Daddy, but he wasn't Stone Cold's.
In WWF New York, Michael Cole and Al Snow discussed the chaotic hunt for the WWF Championship. With Kurt Angle set to join them tonight as their guest, 'the Megastar' had a long and bumpy eight weeks remaining until WrestleMania X-Seven. Despite overcoming Vince McMahon on RAW is WAR and the Undertaker in a Casket match on SmackDown Xtreme, it now looked as though he had all eyes on the prize in which he possessed. Among them, the likes of Triple H, Kane and the Rock among others. With the WWF Champion set to meet Stone Cold Steve Austin, who would walk into the Showcase of the Immortals holding the richest prize in sports entertainment? Who might challenge Angle in three weeks time, at WWF No Way Out?
. 2) T&A def. The Fighting Holly Cousins (w/Molly Holly) (3:44)Test and Albert were finding their fight in the fallout of firing their strategic agent Trish Stratus one month ago, coming up short against Triple H and the Rock this past week on RAW is WAR. As Molly Holly watched on, the Fighting Holly Cousins assembled to take on the two towering foes, with Crash comically trying to knock 'the Freight Train' from his feet, only to be flattened by a clothesline! Immediately T&A went to work on clobbering Crash. Albert attempted a splash in the corner, when a dropkick allowed Crash to tag in Hardcore Holly! He came in with perfect dropkicks to stun Albert on his feet, only to encounter a shoulder tackle. Crash got the blind tag and tried a diving crossbody, only to be given a backbreaker! The damage continued to be done with a gutwrench powerbomb from Test delivered with ease. A double gorilla press slam from T&A gave them a two count, when a powerbomb attempt from Test saw Crash make the tag to Hardcore! The elder Fighting Holly came in amped up, a body slam taking Albert down at last. The Falcon Arrow connected on Test when Albert got involved. T&A worked together but Crash came off the top rope with a diving crossbody! Hardcore tried to continue hammering Albert, but Test struck with a big boot to pick up the three count!
T&A picked up a dominant and towering victory against the unsuccessful Fighting Holly Cousins tonight on Sunday Night Heat. Test and Albert were still disqualified from challenging for the WWF Tag Team Championships so long as the Dudley Boyz reigned, but they continued to evolve with their dangerously powerful performances. As Hardcore and Crash were down in the corner, Molly Holly saw her opportunity and soared from the top rope with a missile dropkick to Albert, when Test sabotaged her and dropped the WWF Diva with a pumphandle slam! The three Fighting Hollys had been left down and beaten, while the recklessly careless duo of Test and Albert left proud of their win.
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A video package aired, recapping the ongoing saga between The Rock and Triple H. They had spent their entire careers as rivals, from the Rock's debut at the 1996 Survivor Series, to the Ladder match in Madison Square Garden at SummerSlam 1998, to the Three Stages of Hell match at Judgment Day last year. With such a bitter history between them, their tensions ran high leading into the Royal Rumble match, where 'the Game' eliminated 'the Brahma Bull' in a shocking twist. Last week on RAW is WAR, Rock had it in firm belief that Triple H had struck him with a steel chair, and responded accordingly with a fight breaking out between 'the People's Champ' and 'the Cerebral Assassin'. Rock and Triple H once again came close to going at it on SmackDown Xtreme, confronting one another in the middle of the ring. Both men badly desired the right to become WWF Champion walking into WrestleMania, yet they once again found themselves at odds against the forces of Edge and Christian. Who would find themselves there first, and would it ever be over between the Rock and Triple H?
Meanwhile, the WWF Champion Kurt Angle was sat in the green room backstage at WWF New York. Moments away from his special guest appearance on Sunday Night Heat, 'the Megastar' sat contently sipping a glass of milk. A backstage assistant walked by, when he was stopped by the champ. Angle had to ask if he was handed semi-skimmed milk, and noted how confusing milk could be. The assistant offered to change it, and the Olympic Gold Medalist was grateful. Angle wanted them to realize that he had asked for whole milk, and whole milk only! The runner took it for substitution, while Angle remarked about the cheap operation the World Wrestling Federation had going for them. We would hear from the Olympian live - ext!
Michael Cole and Al Snow stood on the stage of WWF New York, with another week upon us in the World Wrestling Federation. With RAW is WAR taking place tomorrow night live from the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, the line-up was stacked! In a Sunday Night Heat exclusive, perhaps the biggest main event in RAW's history had been made official by Vince McMahon. It would be a ten-man tag team match, with WWF Champion Kurt Angle leading the Coalition to do battle against the ungodly team of Stone Cold Steve Austin, the Undertaker, Kane, Triple H and the Rock! Who knew what would happen!
. 3) Billy Gunn def. Mark Henry (w/Steven Richards) (2:56)'The One' Billy Gunn still had a major score to settle with the Right to Censor, two weeks removed from the spike piledriver incident suffered to 'the Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna. Billy had been dating her and was out with nothing to lose, even evening the odds on behalf of the Dudley Boyz against Mark Henry, while they fought the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan in a Tag Team Tables match this past Thursday night. Steven Richards kept a close eye from ringside, but Billy lunged to the ring and began hitting the 400-pounder with anything that would move him. A series of dropkicks merely stunned 'the Secret Weapon', and the RTC muscle came back with a decapitating clothesline! Steven gave Mark orders as he clubbed on the spine of the fan favorite. Billy managed to turn a corner with a surprise body slam, and a Fame-Asser from the second rope connected! Billy had Mark beat when Steven got on the apron, just for Gunn to drag him in by the tie! Mark Henry blind-sighted a One and Only attempt, but a body slam and a big splash was not enough to put Gunn away! Trying the running powerslam, Billy slipped free and super kicked 'the Secret Weapon'. Billy missed the Fame-Asser to be caught in Henry's mammoth bear hug grip, but Gunn punched his way out. Swinging and missing a clothesline, the big man fell victim to the One and Only, giving Billy Gunn the victory!
'The One' Billy Gunn' breathed as much oxygen as he could, after a tense battle against 'the Secret Weapon' of the Right to Censor. Mark Henry had been shockingly beaten by a highly motivated Billy Gunn, who still demanded revenge on behalf of his incapacitated date Chyna from two weeks ago. Steven Richards could not believe his eyes as Gunn's hand was raised, when Billy saw the leader of the RTC in his sights and started chasing Steven up the rampway! Outran and left standing atop the stage, Billy raised his fists in victory, on a quest for revenge on behalf of 'the Ninth Wonder of the World.
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We returned to the scene in a New York City hotel room, where the television was heard playing and the camera scanned the foot of the bed. Perry Saturn's feet were seen hanging from underneath the covers, followed by Terri's toes beside him. The two were not alone however, as Dean Malenko was beneath the covers with the couple! The three lounged in bed naked, after 'the She-Devil's idea was assumed to have turned out a great one! As Terri laid snug between the two, she closed her eyes with contentment, prompting her Radicalz to high five one another over her! It had taken a long time getting on the same page, but a common, yet unorthodox bond had been established between the Radicalz!
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Michael Cole and Al Snow stood at WWF New York with discomfort coming to mind, after the Radicalz' rendezvous with Terri. They shifted gears to discuss the proposal laid out by Tazz at the beginning of the show, that tomorrow night on RAW is WAR would see Snow and 'the One Man Crime Scene' go at it, for the luxurious right to be Michael Cole's permanent co-host on Sunday Night Heat! Al spoke fondly of the past three months, believing it started out as a chore. With his arm in a sling from elbow surgery, he couldn't compete and was persuaded into co-hosting every week. Somehow, it turned out to be a delight. Al said he'd had a blast hanging out, interviewing guests, partying with MTV executives at afterparties, and he even had a major project in the works. Despite the stipulation for tomorrow night, Al believed this would not be his last night standing alongside Michael Cole. Al was sick and tired of Tazz's antics, and of being out of action. Tomorrow night, his first match since November, he wouldn't allow MTV's Heat to become the Tazz Show anymore!
Michael believed Al had one more guest in him, welcoming out the WWF Champion Kurt Angle! In a sudden mood swing, 'the Megastar's smile had disappeared from his typically calm-and-collected face. Immediately, the Olympic Gold Medalist discussed his appall at Vince McMahon for making such a high stakes ten-man tag team main event for RAW is WAR. Angle knew exactly how great he was, and he knew how dominant the Coalition as a faction were. Opposite the forces of Stone Cold Steve Austin, Triple H, the Rock and the Brothers of Destruction however - the Olympian was fearful for his life! Each and every member of their opposition wanted his title, and he had already beaten the Rock, Triple H and the Undertaker. Summing Kane up as an afterthought, he believed it would be best to simply allow him to wait until April 1 in the Reliant Astrodome. Angle believed his WWF Championship should be frozen, because he was already in training for Stone Cold Steve Austin come WrestleMania.
The boastful WWF Champion was asked about his chances of making it to the Grandest Stage of Them All, to which Kurt Angle questioned whether 'the Texas Rattlesnake' would make it there. He had an off-again, off-again relationship with Chris Benoit. He knew how dangerous, how tactful and broody 'the Rabid Wolverine' could be. Angle knew the two of them would fight, but it wouldn't be pretty. And even if Austin did win, he would then have to fight the man that had held the title for five long months, the man that was undoubtedly the very best that the World Wrestling Federation had to offer! Al Snow asked Kurt about his girlfriend Stephanie McMahon, noting how she was absent yet again tonight. Angle firmly believed there was nothing to the story. While Steph did chat with her father, Angle believed Vince McMahon was a senile old man. For as long as they had been together, 'the Megastar' and 'the Billion Dollar Princess' had been very happy, but it just so happened that he'd been on the road working hard all week long, while Steph had been back home in Greenwich. The WWF Champion believed that was the major factor most people didn't realize: he wasn't just beating people up every night, he was talking to the press, fulfilling media commitments and kissing babies every hour of the day!
He admitted that it was tough to be WWF Champion at times, but 'the Megastar' loved it deep down, as much as he loved and missed Stephanie. When asked again about tomorrow night's ten-man tag team main event, Angle remarked that from his perspective the Coalition would walk out of RAW is WAR with 40,000+ screaming the champ's name. The Coalition had Edge and Christian - who totally reeked of awesomeness. They had Chris Benoit, who was a cruel and calculated crippler, and the seven-foot-two, 500-pound animal the Big Show. While Austin, Rock, Triple H, the Undertaker and Kane were all future Hall of Famers in their own right: there was no way they could coexist. Angle was in denial of their team effort to overthrow the Coalition, because they were the future of the business! The crowd in WWF New York booed Angle as he bragged about the accolades they had each received, but the Olympian rose to his feet and demanded the respect he deserved! Rained down in more boos across the entertainment complex, Angle took the microphone and proclaimed himself not to be overlooked, not to be underestimated, and without a freaking doubt, the very best in the world today! The champ raised his title high to a hostile WWF New York crowd, whilst Cole and Snow declared that Sunday Night Heat had run out of time!
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Post by DTP. on Jan 11, 2021 19:11:35 GMT -5
 WWF Live! - January 31-February 4, 2001"OVW Christmas Chaos" - Rescheduled from December 13, 2000.
*During the show, Jim Ross conducted an interview with Stone Cold Steve Austin, in which he was interrupted by Rico Constantino. Austin promptly left Constantino laying with a Stone Cold Stunner.
- The Big Show def. Mark Henry
- The Hardy Boyz and Lita def. the Disciples of Synn
- Ivory (c) def. Molly Holly to retain the WWF Women's Championship.
- Rhyno def. Bradshaw
- Nick Dinsmore (c) def. Chris Benoit by disqualification to retain the OVW Southern Heavyweight Championship.
- Kane def. Leviathan
February 2, 2001 - Raleigh Entertainment & Sports Complex in Raleigh, North Carolina:- Val Venis def. Joe E. Legend
- Too Cool def. T&A
- Rhyno def. Hardcore Holly
- Raven (c) def. D-Lo Brown to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- Billy Gunn and Too Cool def. The Goodfather, Mark Henry and Bull Buchanan
- Kurt Angle (c) def. Chris Jericho to retain the WWF Championship.
- The Dudley Boyz (c) def. The Hardy Boyz to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship.
- Eddie Guerrero def. K-Kwik
- The Rock, Triple H and the Brothers of Destruction def. WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show, Chris Benoit, Edge and Christian
February 3, 2001 - Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina:
- Big Show (c) def. K-Kwik to retain the WWF Hardcore Championship.
- X-Pac def. Val Venis
- Raven (c) def. Hardcore Holly to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- Ivory (c) def. Molly Holly to retain the WWF Women's Championship.
- Eddie Guerrero def. Billy Gunn
- The Dudley Boyz (c) def. The Goodfather and Bull Buchanan & the Hardy Boyz to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship.
- Chris Jericho def. William Regal (c) by disqualification; William Regal retains the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- Rhyno def. Bradshaw
- Kurt Angle (c) def. Kane to retain the WWF Championship.
- The Undertaker, The Rock and Triple H def. Chris Benoit, Edge and Christian
February 4, 2001 - Township Auditorium in Columbia, South Carolina:- Too Cool def. Kaientai
- Ivory (c) def. Molly Holly to retain the WWF Women's Championship.
- The Fighting Holly Cousins def. Steven Richards and Mark Henry
- Val Venis def. Joe E. Legend
- Raven (c) def. Bradshaw to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- Eddie Guerrero def. Billy Gunn
- Chris Jericho def. William Regal (c) by count-out; Raven retains the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- The Rock and Triple H def. Edge and Christian
February 4, 2001 - Columbus Civic Center in Columbus, Georgia:- The Haas Brothers def. The Samoans
- Trish Stratus def. Jacqueline
- Too Cool def. T&A
- X-Pac def. K-Kwik
- The Dudley Boyz (c) def. The Goodfather and Bull Buchanan, the Hardy Boyz & the Radicalz to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship.
- Lance Storm def. Steve Blackman
- Rhyno def. D-Lo Brown
- The Brothers of Destruction def. Chris Benoit and WWF Hardcore Champion Big Show in a No-Disqualification match.
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Post by DTP. on Jan 12, 2021 13:40:51 GMT -5
 RAW is WAR - February 5, 2001
Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Georgia
Live on TNN
A video package aired, looking back on the rise of the Coalition. For months, they had dominated the World Wrestling Federation with WWF Champion Kurt Angle at the helm. With strength in numbers, they have been unstoppable despite the best efforts of Stone Cold Steve Austin, the Brothers of Destruction, the Rock and Triple H. Tonight, it would all come to a head. The biggest main event in RAW is WAR's history was scheduled to take place. With all eyes on 'the Megastar', and the Road to WrestleMania upping the ante for the WWF Championship's contenders, everybody wanted a shot at the gold - but who would be the one to make a lasting impression? Vince McMahon was hell bent on bringing them down, but who would come out on top in tonight's ten-man tag team encounter?
The opening video package aired, cutting to the gigantic crowd on hand in Atlanta for RAW is WAR! Pyrotechnics erupted across the stage to the roars of the Georgia Dome crowd on hand, with over thirty-thousand fans in attendance! Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler welcomed us to the show, with a gigantic main event in store tonight as WWF Champion Kurt Angle was set to lead the Big Show, Chris Benoit, Edge and Christian of the Coalition into battle, against the ungodly team of Stone Cold Steve Austin, Triple H, The Rock, the Undertaker and Kane! In seven years of Monday Night RAW, we had yet to see anything like it!
Stone Cold Steve Austin immediately stormed down to the ring to kick off RAW is WAR, not waiting for the ten-man tag team main event. The Georgia Dome exploded upon seeing the sight of 'the Texas Rattlesnake', who stomped up and down the ring with a microphone in hand. Riling up the Atlanta crowd, he asked who was ready to watch himself, The Rock, Triple H and the Brothers of Destruction whoop some ass tonight. Stone Cold talked about how he was looking forward to stomping a mudhole in the WWF Champion Kurt Angle's ass, and settling the score with Edge and Christian. Austin again spoke of his battles with the Big Show, and how he opened a can of whoopass on him last week on SmackDown Xtreme. But in Austin's mind, there was one sorry son of a b*tch he couldn't wait to get his hands on: Chris Benoit! Noting 'the Rabid Wolverine's scalded dog attempts to beat him from behind, Stone Cold couldn't wait to turn 'the Wolverine' into a sorry puppy dog b*tch - by walking his ass dry! Vince McMahon made his way out to the ring to a mixed reaction, as the World Wrestling Federation Owner strutted with reluctance. The Chairman was not well-received by Stone Cold, who demanded to know why he interrupted him. Vince apologized, knowing how badly Austin wanted Benoit.
Vince McMahon took credit for composing the ten-man tag team main event tonight, that he made it to make the Coalition realize what they were up against. He had said it time and time again, that the World Wrestling Federation was so much larger than the Coalition, but not without their fair share of problems. Vince talked the quarrelling WWF Superstars on Austin's team, and even referenced DTA - Don't Trust Anybody. Vince questioned Austin's mantra, how he could stand to coexist against the likes of the Undertaker, who still desired the WWF Championship. Vince questioned Austin's trust of Triple H and the Rock, who was a team of ticking time bombs ready to blow up. Better yet, what would Austin do knowing there was a possibility that Austin might meet any one of them come WrestleMania. Stone Cold remarked he didn't need a sermon, and he didn't need the boys to like one another. 'The Rattlesnake' was taking it one day at a time, and wanted to raise hell tonight in the Georgia Dome. To Vince's chagrin, Austin looked to the crowd to see if they wanted to see Coalition get their ass kicked, and received 30,000+ hollering back at him with a resounding 'Hell Yeah'. Shane McMahon soon came pompously walking out to the stage, a huge smirk on his face. Shane O'Mac laughed at the scene of Stone Cold and Vince McMahon - on the same team. Everybody wanted to see the Coalition fall, yet tonight, quite the opposite would take place.
Shane McMahon tried to convince his father Vince McMahon that Stone Cold Steve Austin's team was a sinking ship, and despite the ten-man tag team match tonight, perhaps it was time to drop the anchor and let it go down with him on it! Mockingly applauding his Dad's efforts to bring down the Coalition, tonight's main event was sure to be his best - and worst - work yet. Shane promised victory for the Coalition, in what was sure to be the very next step to claiming unopposed leadership of the World Wrestling Federation. Vince told Shane coldly that wouldn't happen over his dead body. The boss admired his son's spirit, but once he was dead and buried there was no chance in hell of Shane taking over. Vince implied Stephanie McMahon had a better shot, because she was finally seeing the light. Shane argued that 'the Billion Dollar Princess' still believed her father to be a crazed lunatic, and that she was with him in wanting what Vince currently had. Stone Cold finally broke up the squabbling, telling them he didn't give a damn about their family issues, all Austin remembered was Shane involving his little ass in his business over the past few weeks. Stone Cold assured Shane would get what was coming to him if he dared show up in tonight's main event. Shane responded with a chuckle, telling Austin and Vince they were made for each other.
Shane compared Stone Cold and the Chairman: both hostile, unlikable and antisocial. Shane believed they were cut off from the world around them, and would soon be as irrelevant as the other. Bluntly, Vince believed that he might be all of those things, but at least he wasn't a p*ssy like his son! The Georgia Dome lit up, and Shane was taken aback by it. Shane was in denial but maintained his composure. Seeing a silver lining, he realized that Austin and his Dad were all alone in the ring. Asking Austin where his team were, Shane said he'd brought the party along for a sneak peek of things to come. The Coalition made their way out to the stage, led by Kurt Angle! The Big Show, Edge and Christian came stomping down to the ring, Austin taking a front against them. Beckoning them into the ring, 'the Texas Rattlesnake' fought Edge and Christian off with ease, and fought the WWF Hardcore Champion Big Show before he'd even gotten into the ring! But the numbers game was too much, and Vince McMahon fled while Austin tried to fight for his life. Suddenly, the Brothers of Destruction hit the ring, with the Rock and Triple H coming out after them! The main event had come early, as a major brawl broke out between the ten participants! Shane McMahon played cheerleader at ringside, when Vince tackled his own son! Finally, the Coalition bailed to safety. The teams were set, Shane was perturbed, and Vince roared knowing the stakes of tonight's main event!
A replay aired, taking a look at the chaotic collision in which members of the Coalition had just had with their opponents tonight. Ahead of the ten-man tag team main event, Stone Cold Steve Austin stood at the frontline with Triple H, The Rock and the Brothers of Destruction beside him. Tonight's massive main event would be hellacious!
Stephanie McMahon sat in the Coalition's dressing room, arms folded and sulking. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' had been absent from affairs since speaking with Vince McMahon last week, when WWF Champion Kurt Angle entered the room. 'The Megastar' bluntly asked his girlfriend if she had seen Chris Benoit, mad over his absence out there in the melee. Steph bluntly replied she hadn't. Naively, the Olympic Gold Medalist asked her what was wrong, figuring she'd be happy to once again be with the champ after a hectic week he'd had. Stephanie began to pour her heart out to her boyfriend, talking about feeling conflicted: who was the bad guy in this? Angle narrow-mindedly related, he had problems to. Stephanie didn't understand what to do, or how to act. Was the Coalition the best thing for the World Wrestling Federation? Angle abruptly said they'd spoken about this - they were in the right. Angle backtracked to "more important matters" like having everybody wanting a shot at his title, but it only made Steph mad! Stephanie stormed off, her problems going unresolved thanks to Kurt's unhelpful advice. Angle revealed the stress he was under, before turning around on the couch to see Steph had gone!
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Eddie Guerrero was in the ring, surrounded by the massive crowd on hand in the Georgia Dome. 'Latino Heat' received nothing but disapproval from the Atlanta crowd, but before he could even get a word in, the countdown began. The blast of pyrotechnics came after, ushering out Chris Jericho to a massive ovation! Jericho demanded Eddie to please shut the hell up, with the fans strongly behind him. Y2J declared he and the 30,000-plus Jerichoholics in attendance didn't care about what Eddie had to say, and they sure as hell didn't want to see Guerrero's mullet that only a lawnmower could love. Y2J commented how he hadn't been close to Chyna, despite being former co-WWF Intercontinental Champions with her before, though he did remember how many times Guerrero stole wins against him. Y2J was here to take a win back, and after tonight Eddie would never, ever be the same again!1) Chris Jericho def. Eddie Guerrero (5:11)Y2J had been having some problems with the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven, who had cost him his shot at WWF European Champion William Regal in a Submission match on SmackDown Xtreme. Despite that, Chris Jericho was motivated and prepared to bring the fight to an old rival in Eddie Guerrero. The two world travellers duelled it out early in a chain-wrestling exchange, when the Canadian got rolling with a spinning wheel kick. Eddie tried a hurricanrana that went blocked, and Jericho looked for the Walls of Jericho only for Eddie to quickly make the ropes. 'Latino Heat' regrouped at ringside, but upon return found himself chopped by Jericho. A back elbow connected, but a hurricanrana would go blocked this time by Guerrero's powerbomb! Reformed since his days as Chyna's fiancee, Eddie was aggressive and pursued Jericho's back with stomps and knee drops. Surly and arrogant, the methodical Latino showboated. It allowed Jericho to come back with a flying forearm, and an enzuigiri rocked him! Y2J scored the bulldog, but Eddie rolled away from the Lionsault, and Eddie dropped him on his head with a brainbuster! Guerrero attempted the Frog Splash that missed, and the Walls of Jericho forced him to tap out!
It was a tough war of attrition between two well-travelled veteran of the squared circle, but Chris Jericho was able to make Eddie Guerrero tap to the Walls of Jericho. Catching his breath, Y2J was interrupted by the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven! Met with boos and insulting chants, 'the Creator' laughed at the despicable methods in which Jericho was willing to win. Y2J fought for the same reasons he did, the only difference between them was that Raven knew he was crazy. He insulted Jericho for running his mouth and putting on a happy face for the love of the crowd, but he was delusional. Raven commented on the insufferable insomnia he faced, but how he was able to find sleep knowing Y2J was still pretending to be someone he wasn't! Y2J finally interrupted on a microphone of his own, telling Raven that he couldn't hear him over 30,000 people chanting "Raven sucks!"
Instead of rage, Raven looked meekly with disgust. Jericho asked Atlanta who wanted to see the assclown get his ass kicked, and 'the Creator' didn't need their approval. Making his way down to ringside, the champ paused. Thinking better of it, Jericho questioned the change of heart before being struck by Tori with a low blow from behind! Y2J collapsed to his knees while the dishevelled WWF Diva maintained a cold demeanor, and Raven struck with an opportunistic Evenflow DDT! Slithering to the corner, Raven sat as Tori came over to sit snugly by his side. Utteringly simply to quothe the Raven, nevermore, it appeared the WWF Intercontinental Champion had found a new mate!
Vince McMahon strutted through the halls of the Georgia Dome, when he encountered Trish Stratus. Her smile brought the Chairman to smile in return, as the two greeted one another. The World Wrestling Federation Owner continued to walk, when stopped by WWF European Champion William Regal. Commending Vince on making an incredibly massive main event tonight, when Vince asked Regal what he wanted. William wanted to ask Vince for his time, to which the boss told him he had ten seconds to wow him. Frantically, the Englishman told Vince that he had so much to offer him. Regal was willing to do whatever he could to help better the WWF, and simply wanted his blessing to be 'the Goodwill Ambassador' the company needed. Vince smiled as his time ran out, telling William that despite his cowardly antics in the ring, he did enjoy his style. Vince tasked the Brit with finding out what he could about the Coalition, if he really wanted to get in his good graces. Regal thanked him as McMahon left, refusing to let him down.
. 2) The Fighting Holly Cousins (w/Molly Holly) def. T&A (3:41)In a rematch from last night on Sunday Night Heat, Hardcore and Crash of the Fighting Holly Cousins looked for revenge for Molly Holly, after she suffered a pumphandle slam last night at the hands of Test from T&A. Test and Albert were victorious last night, and confident as result. Laughing as the feisty Molly Holly had to be restrained by her cousins, it allowed the Hollys to surprise Test and Albert with lefts and rights! A double dropkick sent Albert through the ropes, and Hardcore immediately capitalized with a powerslam to the tall Canadian. 'The Freight Train' sent Crash into the steps and dropped the leg over Hardcore, giving T&A control. As the towering former WWF Tag Team Champions hammered on Hardcore, Albert splashed him in the corner making way for a big boot from Test! Crash broke it up, and proceeded to distract the referee as Molly Holly dove off the top rope, with a crossbody for Albert! Albert caught her with ease, but Hardcore dropkicked her on top of him! The tag was made to Crash who fought with what he could, despite the size difference. A tornado DDT struck Test following a chop block, as Hardcore came in to fend off Albert. Test struck with a gutwrench powerbomb to Crash, before confidently preparing a pumphandle slam. Instead, Crash got an inside cradle to pick up a huge upset over Test!
The Fighting Holly Cousins reassembled on the rampway, with Crash Holly jumping with excitement over the big upset being pulled off! Hardcore and Molly Holly joyously raised his hands as the victor, leaving Test and Albert to stew with rage in the ring. T&A had been outsmarted by Elroy Jetson!
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The Brothers of Destruction were backstage, Kane listening as the Undertaker discussed how he was cheated out of the WWF Championship again last Thursday night on SmackDown. Yet he felt good about tonight's chances. 'The American Badass' still believed his pursuit of the gold was far from over, and that the Coalition were about to be reminded of who they were. Kane nodded in agreement, as Undertaker declared tonight the beginning of the end for wimpy Kurt Angle's Coalition empire.
WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show towered over the room as Shane McMahon spoke to him about tonight's major ten-man tag team main event. 'The Giant' however, was in disbelief at the lack of Chris Benoit. Show didn't understand what had gotten into 'the Rabid Wolverine', who had told him he wanted no part of the Coalition anymore. Shane couldn't comprehend why Benoit wanted to leave, but was sure he would show tonight. Last he checked, Chris hadn't spoken a word to he or Kurt Angle, meaning he was still Coalition. In walked WWF European Champion William Regal with a trolley, presenting tea and scones for the Coalition members. Shane questioned why 'the Goodwill Ambassador' was here, William simply inquired that he wanted to learn more about the business from Shane O'Mac's perspective. Regal sucked up to Shane and said he had bundles of respect and wanted to learn more, when the 500-pounder picked up a scone and took a huge bite. Show complimented it and picked up another, while Regal continued to compliment the Coalition's work.
Elsewhere, the WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz were approached by Team Xtreme. Lita accompanied her boyfriend Matt Hardy and WWF Light Heavyweight Champion Jeff Hardy, as the Hardy Boyz had come to once again thank the Dudleys for coming to their aid against the Right to Censor last week. Bubba Ray and D-Von joked about how the RTC weren't a worry of theirs anymore - that was up to Billy Gunn. Matt joked about the ride off the stage Bull Buchanan took last week on SmackDown Xtreme, which got the Hardys reminiscing. Matt and Jeff proposed they have a match for old time's sake, with the titles on the line tonight! Bubba joked that Jeff already had gold, but they prided themselves on being fighting champions. Jeff playfully asked how the Dudleys liked their chances, noting the Tables, Ladders and Chairs matches they'd had. D-Von liked them just fine, and proclaimed with a smile on his face that the Hardys would go down tonight, testify!
. 3) Rhyno def. Scotty 2 Hotty (w/Grandmaster Sexay) (0:17)The rampaging newcomer to the World Wrestling Federation had made a resounding statement last Thursday night on SmackDown Xtreme, where in his in-ring debut for the WWF, he was able to put away Bradshaw in dramatic fashion. Rhyno had been challenged by Too Cool after he had Gored Rikishi all the way to the injury list several weeks ago, and Grandmaster Sexay psyched Scotty 2 Hotty up for what would be a tough outing. 'The Man-Beast' entered to loud chants of "ECW" from the Georgia Dome crowd, as Scotty paced the ring waiting for the bell to sound. It rang, and Scotty stepped forward - immediately stepping into the warpath for the Gore! Rhyno covered, and that was it!
Rhyno had scored his second victory in rapid-fire fashion, 'the Man-Beast' putting down Scotty 2 Hotty in under a minute with the Gore! The newcomer had his hand raised, when Grandmaster Sexay was spotted slipping into the ring to check on his fallen Too Cool brethren, when Rhyno elected to Gore Sexay as well! Sexay fell out of his sneakers, while Rhyno rolled out to the floor and took another leave through the crowd!
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We went to a sit-down interview taped yesterday, with Jim Ross welcoming back to World Wrestling Federation television: 'the Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna. The Playboy covergirl wore a neck-brace and little makeup as J.R. recited the incident that took place two weeks ago at the hands of the Right to Censor. Chyna confirmed that she was feeling much better, albeit shaken up and humbled from the spike piledriver received by the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan. In truth, Chyna could not believe what the RTC set out to do, stating that all she wanted to do was inspire young girls and women everywhere. Chyna wanted to be a little girl's dream and a young woman's idol, and motivate people who dared to be different. J.R. noted how lucky Chyna was to avoid permanent paralysis, and the model scarily thought back to time slowing down as she laid prone in that hospital bed. She was lucky to be alive, and she was lucky to have an amazing boyfriend in 'the One' Billy Gunn. Chyna said she had the best friends in the world, sticking up to her against the RTC, and Eddie Guerrero. Ross asked the burning question: what was Chyna's status as far as returning to the World Wrestling Federation. Tearfully, the emotional Chyna said that while she continued to work hard at rehabilitation - she didn't know. She didn't know if she could make it back and do what she loved, sobbing through the pain. J.R. believed you could never say never, and wished her a speedy recovery.
Back in Atlanta, Stephanie McMahon walked with frustration running through her mind. Having been absent for the past week, 'the Billion Dollar Princess' looked to finally get a load off her chest, heading to the ring!
Triple H drank water in his locker room, when in stepped Stone Cold Steve Austin. The Georgia Dome's noise could be heard across backstage, as 'the Texas Rattlesnake' questioned if 'the Game' was ready. Triple H asked if that was a trick question: after everything the Coalition had put him through, he was dead set on his path to redemption. The Coalition took everything from him, his title, his family, his friends - tonight was it. Austin understood, but recapped their history. It was no secret they hated the sight of one another. Austin wanted to know if he could trust Triple H tonight, because he knew it was no mistake 'the Game' and the Rock were arch rivals too. They each wanted the WWF Championship from Kurt Angle. Austin had seen what the two men were willing to do, and as much as it pained him to say: there could be no screwups tonight. Triple H looked Austin dead in the eye, telling him there'd be no problems from him - but he might want to run that spiel by the Rock.
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In the arena, Stephanie McMahon made her way down to the ring to a loud chorus of boos from the Atlanta crowd. 30,000 people in attendance at the Georgia Dome chanted "sl*t" her way, as Stephanie prepared to speak out for the first time in a week. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' understood what the people were chanting, and she deserved every single bit of it. For months, Steph had gone along with what the Coalition were doing. She had a brother that loved her very much in Shane McMahon, and a partner that also loved her very much - when he liked to show it - Kurt Angle. After a week of soul-searching, the WWF Champion's girlfriend rekindled on the words spoken to her by Vince McMahon last week: asking him if he was really the bad guy in the McMahon Family War. Steph didn't know the answer, especially once seeing Angle and Shane, alongside the Coalition standing tall over the very best the World Wrestling Federation had to offer. She had the business breathing in her, and running through her veins thanks to her Dad. As much as they could fight and say cruel things to one another, she loved her father very much. Stephanie wondered if the family dispute had gone too far, with Vince and Shane butting heads every week, and concluded that she had come to a conclusion.
Prematurely, Shane McMahon made his way out to the ring! After the ten-man brawl that broke out earlier tonight, it was surprising to see a confident stride in Stephanie McMahon's brother, as he climbed into the ring. Taking his own microphone, Shane said he should have seen this coming. If Stephanie wanted to see he and their father make amends tonight, after what the old bastard had done to him already tonight, she could forget it. For their entire lives, Shane recalled, Vince had dominated their way of life. Believing their father had brainwashed him, it was easy to see why Steph could be so easily manipulated like this! As far as bad or good came and went, he frankly didn't give a damn because he wanted everything his Dad possessed. Tonight was all or nothing for the Coalition, and he coldly gave Steph an ultimatum: that she was either with the Coalition, or against them. Stephanie finally fired back, commenting on how self-absorbed Shane was. He had always been power hungry, yet while their main goal was ultimate supremacy over the World Wrestling Federation, he had forgotten that they still had power to begin with. Stephanie told Shane that time and time again, he had shown his true colors - which is why Stephanie was choosing against answering his ultimatum. She was choosing to do it her way - making her own conclusion on tonight's main event! Stephanie dropped the microphone to a thud and left Shane dumbfounded in the ring, walking away!
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Edge and Christian were backstage gossiping about rumors surrounding Chris Benoit having gone into hiding, or even gone to live in the woods. The boys were interrupted by WWF Champion Kurt Angle, who couldn't believe what his girlfriend Stephanie McMahon had just said. Questioning the Coalition, when they were the good guys! Even the Canadians questioned that statement, but Kurt quickly turned talk about how they would prove her wrong tonight. Edge wanted to chat with 'the Megastar' about their recent dry-spell of success, with Christian saying how tired he was of the brothers getting their butts whooped by reekazoids. Angle understood but reiterated blankly that tonight they'd prove everybody wrong. Angle went off on a tangent about proving why he was the WWF Champion, and continuing to beat all of the opposition. Edge and Christian were forced to listen, as 'the Megastar' spoke out about his own stress as champ.
WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven and Tori walked the halls of the Georgia Dome in silence, holding hands. Jonathan Coachman approached the eerie couple, wanting to get the WWF Diva's perspective on why she hooked up with 'the Creator'. Raven was insulted by the Coach's question, that they hadn't hooked up: they were unified. He allowed Tori field the question, as she said her life had been a pit of despair since being dumped. Tired of being alone, second-nature and forgotten, she turned to someone who would truly appreciate her. Raven let it be known that they were two tortured souls, and that their need of a companion had been united. Unlike Chris Jericho, who would never understand, one had to be open minded, self-aware, and to let loose with all your inhibitions. Raven preached knowing how sadistic he could be, when Chris Jericho suddenly jumped Raven from behind! It was retaliation for the Evenflow DDT received earlier tonight, as Y2J fended off a gasping Tori! Jericho pummelled Raven against steel shutters, when Eddie Guerrero swept him from behind, sending the Canadian bouncing off the steel! Raven was led away by Tori, while 'Latino Heat' shouted about the fluke Jericho pulled off earlier tonight!
. 4) The Hardy Boyz (w/Lita) def. The Dudley Boyz (c) by disqualification; The Dudley Boyz retain the WWF Tag Team Championships (4:25)While the Dudley Boyz and the Hardy Boyz had been in close proximity against the strength in numbers mob mentality of the Right to Censor in recent weeks, Jeff and Matt Hardy longed for another chance to become WWF Tag Team Champions. The Dudleys were fighting champions and accepted, but as the bell sounded and the challengers offered a handshake, the champs refused to accept. WWF Light Heavyweight Champion Jeff Hardy impressed early against Bubba Ray, and Poetry in Motion was delivered, only for Bubba to grab Jeff with a mid-air powerbomb across Matt's spine! The champs were in the driver's seat, the Dudleyville Device putting Jeff down for a near fall. D-Von and Bubba Ray's rich history against the Hardys was being revisited, as the Dudleys worked over Jeff. Matt and Lita rallied Atlanta behind him, as a double flapjack saw a two count take place. Wazzup! was prepared, but Jeff reversed it and D-Von headbutted his half-brother in the groin! The tag was made, but the referee didn't see it, allowing the champs to score with the reverse 3D! Bubba looked for a diving senton off the second rope, but Jeff rolled away and made the tag to Matt! Scoring a Side Effect on D-Von, Bubba came in for a Bubba Bomb to be met with a Whisper in the Wind from Jeff! Matt scored Twist of Fate on D-Von, and the Swanton Bomb hit - but Lance Storm hit the ring!
Lance Storm had cost the Hardy Boyz the WWF Tag Team Championships, in an unexplained attack against the Dudley Boyz! But 'the Calgary Kid' was not alone - bringing Justin Credible along with him! The ECW Superstar received loud chants from the Georgia Dome, as the two continued to pummel away at the Hardy Boyz in the ring. Storm had spent a week in New York City reconnecting, and it was clear what he had been planning! The Dudley Boyz were spared, as Credible held Matt Hardy up for a Super Kick from Lance, when Credible dropped Jeff with the Impaler DDT! Lita came from behind with a diving crossbody to Lance, when Justin grabbed her by the hair! Credible was obnoxious in approach to the tomboy of Team Xtreme, but before this new tag team could strike, D-Von and Bubba Ray Dudley hit the ring to chase Storm and Credible away!
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Al Snow was warming up backstage with Michael Cole stood beside him. Al was determined to ensure that Tazz did not win his spot as co-host of Sunday Night Heat, discussing how pathetic the "little man" was. Al made short jokes to Michael at his expense, but Cole remained concerned that Tazz was not to be taken lightly. Snow understood clearly why the thug was a 'Human Suplex Machine', and a 'One Man Crime Scene' was - especially after the abomination that was the Tazz Show. Snow predicted that tonight, Tazz would bomb much like his one hit wonder show did two weeks ago, and that this win was for the greater good of MTV's Heat!
WWF Champion Kurt Angle sat preparing for the major ten-man tag team main event on the couch, while WWF European Champion William Regal continued to compliment 'the Megastar's fine work as the leader of the Coalition. It was clear that the Englishman was gathering information for Vince McMahon, though it was questionable just how much of an act he was playing up. Regal offered Angle tea, but Kurt insisted on the cup and saucer of milk set out beside it. Angle wanted to thank Regal for the kind words, it would prove to be great inspiration headed into battle tonight. Trish Stratus entered the room, and the Brit allowed them privacy. Angle confided it was great to see a fan, and the WWF Diva apologized to Kurt about how Stephanie McMahon was treating him. Angle was sad and began to confess how much was playing on his mind. Being the hardest working WWF Champion to walk the World Wrestling Federation was taking its toll on him, and Trish rubbed his shoulder to feel better. Suddenly, Trish had a great idea. She knew how to lift Kurt's spirits! Angle was confused, when Trish led him out of the Coalition's dressing room.
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The Right to Censor made their way out to the ring, with no sign of Bull Buchanan after a powerbomb off the stage through three tables last week, courtesy of Bubba Ray Dudley. The RTC were still good-natured, as Steven Richards graced the microphone and addressed the sit-down interview in which Chyna shared with Jim Ross. Steven laughed in the face of the Atlanta crowd, buying into the crocodile tears of 'the Ninth Wonder of the World'. Of all of the young, upstart careers that were tragically cut short in the business, it was reprehensible to see Chyna receive even an ounce of press compared, all because she was a Playboy covergirl. WWF Women's Champion Ivory took the microphone and began dishing out insults to Chyna, calling it a bold, sympathetic move for someone undeserving of any sympathy! Ivory encouraged the females in the crowd to ignore Chyna's remarks, and instead listen to her: the definitive woman 'Role Model' in the company! 'The One' Billy Gunn had finally heard enough, and made a beeline for the ring.
5) Billy Gunn def. The Goodfather (w/Steven Richards, WWF Women's Champion Ivory and Mark Henry) (2:25)The Right to Censor continued to run Chyna's name through the dirt, two weeks separated since the despicable spike piledriver from the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan that might have potentially ended 'the Ninth Wonder of the World's career. 'The One' Billy Gunn was running through the RTC, having defeat 'the Secret Weapon' Mark Henry last night on Sunday Night Heat. With Bull absent after the hellacious powerbomb from the stage on SmackDown Xtreme, received from the Dudleys, it was up to the Goodfather to stop Billy before he gained more momentum. Billy threw haymaker after haymaker in the Goodfather's way, climbing to the second rope for ten punches. Billy exchanged smack talk with Steven Richards at ringside, allowing Goodfather to bring him down with a powerbomb! Dumping him to the floor, Henry sent Billy into the steel steps, and a corner splash saw Goodfather follow with a clothesline. Billy fired back with a military press slam and a jackhammer, when Steven got on the apron! Goodfather capitalized with the death valley driver, but Billy kicked out at two! In disbelief he tried again, but Billy dropkicked him into Mark Henry, knocking him from the apron! Billy scored the One and Only, to knock off another win against the Right to Censor!
The inbound Steven Richards and Mark Henry hit the ring, but it was too late, as 'the One' Billy Gunn' continued to run roughshod through the Right to Censor one member at a time! 'The Secret Weapon' bore a furious expression, as Billy had his hand raised at ringside. WWF Women's Champion Ivory scowled as the Goodfather came to. The absence of Bull Buchanan had rocked the RTC had!
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Stephanie McMahon entered the Coalition's dressing room after some reluctance, walking in only to find WWF European Champion William Regal sat there, sipping tea. 'The Goodwill Ambassador' was pleasantly surprised to see 'the Billion Dollar Princess', and tried to ask if she had finally come to her senses about her positioning. Instead, Steph coldly asked the Englishman where her boyfriend Kurt Angle was. William apologized and claimed innocence, but she knew better. Finally, the Brit confessed that Kurt had been visited by a fan - Trish Stratus. Regal said she led him down the hallway minutes prior. The Brit offered tea and a chat to her, but Stephanie had gotten all the information she needed, leaving the room.
The Rock was prepared to go in tonight's huge ten-man tag team main event against the Coalition, when up walked Stone Cold Steve Austin. The two received an astounding ovation from the Georgia Dome in the background, as 'the Texas Rattlesnake' went to address the Rock only to receive a swift palm raised. 'The People's Champ' coolly knew why Austin had come to see him. It wasn't every day, week or month in which 'the Rattlesnake' came to come face to face with 'the Brahma Bull'. Rock knew what Stone Cold's motive was, to make sure that they were all on the same page. He heard Triple H's sob story about him being someone to worry about, but the fact of the matter is the Rock is ready to whoop all of the Coalition's candyasses tonight! Stone Cold told Rock that was good, but knew he was out for one thing in particular - the WWF Championship.
Rock told Stone Cold it didn't matter about what page their team was on, whether it was prologue or epilogue, the Rock would go out there and get the job done. Stone Cold went to leave, but Rock paused him. 'The People's Champ' wanted Austin to remember the possibility. April 1, Reliant Astrodome. Rock against Austin, with the WWF Championship on the line. In the main event of the Grandaddy of Them All: WrestleMania. Austin told Rock it was a possibility, and Rock told Austin he hadn't forgotten WrestleMania two years ago. As important as tonight was the Rock wasn't doing it for the team; for Austin, the Undertaker or Kane, and not even Triple H. The Rock was doing it to once again become WWF Champion. Stone Cold tensely told him he looked forward to it, so long as he didn't screw with Stone Cold tonight.
. 6) Tazz def. Al Snow to become the co-host of Sunday Night Heat (3:06)Ever since Sunday Night Heat premiere on MTV last October, Tazz had been on a tear to prove just how important he was to the show's success. To the chagrin of Michael Cole and WWF New York every week, the thug interrupted Cole and his co-host Al Snow, while Snow recovered from elbow surgery. It finally came to 'the One Man Crime Scene' being granted his own exclusive edition of Heat dubbed 'the Tazz Show', which proved to be a one hit wonder. Tazz threw out the challenge to Al after being jumped by him, with the winner becoming the new, permanent co-host alongside Michael Cole every Sunday night. Tazz talked trash to Snow to start the match, when the returning Al nailed him between the eyes. Wanting to win big in his first match since November, he slugged it out until a clothesline and a capture suplex gave Tazz control. Tazz talked trash as Snow kicked out of a Tazzplex, when Snow responded with a sit-out spinebuster! A moonsault gave Snow a near fall, but a series of trapping headbutts soon led to the belly-to-belly suplex on 'the Human Suplex Machine!' Al was feeling it, to Atlanta's delight, when Tazz slipped free of the Snow Plow and forced Snow to sleep with the Tazzmission!
Tazz continued to apply pressure on the Tazzmission until he was pried off by the official, 'the One Man Crime Scene' with a huge grin on his face. The thug had been victorious against Al Snow, not only giving him the win but granting him Snow's own permanent gig as a co-host on Sunday Night Heat! Tazz raised his fists in triumph, with MTV looking to receive a makeover this coming weekend.
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Backstage, Kurt Angle was seen with his shirt off laying on a table. It was clear that 'the Megastar' was taking his mind off all the stress that came with being WWF Champion, as Trish Stratus entered. The lights were dim, and calming music was playing, as Trish applied lotion on her hands and clasped them together, ready to deliver a massage on the champ! On the other side of the door, Stephanie McMahon could be seen with her ear against the door, hearing her boyfriend moaning on the other side! 'The Billion Dollar Princess's eyes lit up with fury as she swung the door open and barged in, shocked and appalled at what she saw! Screaming for Angle, the WWF Champion was startled to find himself caught, in such an uncompromising position! Trish remained cordial and greeted Steph innocuously, but Kurt's girlfriend stormed out in anger, with the champ quickly following after her!
Meanwhile, the time had arrived. Shane McMahon rallied the troops of WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show, Edge and Christian, with WWF European Champion William Regal present nearby. The Coalition were moments away from the mega ten-man tag team main event, and wanted it to be known how he knew they were short on numbers. Shane O'Mac had great faith that WWF Champion Kurt Angle was preparing for battle, although Edge and Christian cheekily laughed about 'the Megastar' being preoccupied. 'The Giant' asked about Chris Benoit, who just so happened to show up. 'The Rabid Wolverine' was subject to a lecture from the big man, who angrily reprimanded him for choosing his time to show up. Benoit glared up at him and told him he didn't follow the Coalition's lead anymore. He was booked for this match, and he was here for this match. But it was as a favor to quit their b*tching and moaning! Edge and Christian spoke up, but 'the Wolverine' would hear none of it. Tonight was the last time he'd stand by and save the day for the Coalition, because he was out to do it for himself tonight, and every day after. Benoit left Show, Edge and Christian arguing with one another, and Shane O'Mac took to trying to restore order in the Coalition! The biggest main event in RAW is WAR history was up next!
It was carnage to begin with, as the ten WWF Superstars surprisingly waited for every man to enter before engaging in a five-on-five brawl! Despite the problems seen within the Coalition and World Wrestling Federation camps, it appeared that both teams knew the levity that came with this larger-than-life main event. It broke down to Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Benoit to begin, a Lou Thesz press taking 'the Rabid Wolverine' down until Angle claimed a blind tag, and jumped 'the Texas Rattlesnake' from behind! The WWF Champion had a chip on his shoulder after Stephanie McMahon had caught him receiving a massage from Trish Stratus, but Austin was quick to fire back with a flapjack! In came the Undertaker, unfinished business with Angle from the Casket match on SmackDown Xtreme lingering. 'The American Badass' lit up the Olympic Gold Medalist in the corner, before tagging in his half-brother Kane. Kane throttled Angle with throat thrusts, before suddenly being befallen by a big belly-to-belly suplex! The Coalition took turns dissecting Kane, with Edge and Christian quick to look for redemption following their altercation with the Brothers of Destruction last week. A sidewalk slam into an inverted DDT gave Edge and Christian a near fall, when Undertaker came in to break it up! A double decker superplex from E&C saw Kane fight free, and a flying clothesline sent both down to the canvas. Kane tagged in The Rock, 'the Brahma Bull' sounding off on the Big Show, as well as Edge and Christian!
'The People's Champ' tried to chop down the WWF Hardcore Champion, but Benoit came in with a kitchen sink knee to the gut! Benoit sent Austin off the apron for good measure, provoking the illegal 'Texas Rattlesnake'. Big Show applied all 500-pounds of weight on Rock's chest in the corner, before striking with some astounding chops to the chest. The Big Show mocked Undertaker and Kane, allowing Edge and Christian to strike behind their back. Kurt Angle wanted in, and Show granted it. 'The Megastar' threw down his straps and put the boots to Rock, but quickly 'the Great One' fired back with a powerful clothesline! The chase was on, but when Angle looked for the Ankle Lock, Rock made the tag to Triple H! At ringside, Stone Cold chased Chris Benoit around ringside, looking for revenge! Austin tackled Benoit against the barricade and stomped a mudhole in 'the Wolverine', while Triple H took care of Edge and Christian! Big Show grabbed 'the Game' by the throat when Undertaker struck with a clothesline sending him over the top rope! The Brothers of Destruction battled the Big Show on the floor, while inside Kurt Angle was set up for a Pedigree just for the WWF Champion to back drop Triple H! The Rock got the blind tag, and dropped Kurt with a spinebuster with the People's Elbow in mind. Unfortunately, Edge and Christian were there to prevent it. Big Show sent Kane into the steel steps at ringside, before taking the Undertaker for a massive Chokeslam through the announce table!
The battle between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Benoit was getting out of control, with 'the Rabid Wolverine' fighting with every ounce of his being. Benoit came in to aid Kurt Angle, when Stone Cold followed with a Stunner dropping the bloody Canadian! Austin and Benoit fought out to the crowd, when Rock connected with the Rock Bottom on Angle - but Big Show pulled the referee! 'The Giant' came in with 'the Game' and 'the Great One' forced to team up against the WWF Hardcore Champion, all the while Edge and Christian tried their best to fend off 'the Big Red Machine' Kane! Kurt Angle came in with the WWF Championship, just to be given the Pedigree from Triple H! 'The Game' covered, but Shane McMahon dragged the referee out to the floor a second time! 'The Cerebral Assassin' could not believe Shane, when Big Show came from behind with the Final Cut! Shane ran his mouth on the floor, but suddenly Vince McMahon came stomping down the rampway, tackling Shane to the floor! Rock fought Show with all the life he had, just to walk into the clutch of 'the Giant'. The Chokeslam was incoming, when Triple H low blowed Big Show! Rock scored the Rock Bottom, and Kane tossed the referee back in. All the while, WWF Champion Kurt Angle - leader of the Coalition - wasn't doing a thing about it! Angle was walking out on the Coalition, as the Rock picked up the three count!
RAW is WAR was a war zone, as the Rock came to his feet in victory before the giant crowd on hand in the Georgia Dome! 'The People's Champ' was celebratory following a barnburning ten-man tag team main event against the Coalition, though he immediately came face to face with Triple H. 'The Game' offered Rock a handshake that he accepted, and the two stood tall in dominance over the WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show! The Undertaker was down with Kane by his side, laying in the carnage of the announce table, whereas Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Benoit had vanished through the crowd. Shane McMahon was down, Edge and Christian were down, the Big Show was down. And Kurt Angle hadn't done anything about it. The WWF Champion watched nervously from his perch on the rampway, clutching his gold for dear life. As Vince McMahon mouthed words to 'the Megastar', he knew he had much more stress to undergo for the days remaining as WWF Champion!
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Post by DTP. on Jan 15, 2021 9:16:29 GMT -5
 SmackDown! - February 8, 2001
Charleston Coliseum in Charleston, South Carolina
Broadcast on UPN
Taped on February 6, 2001
A video package aired, looking back on the biggest main event in RAW is WAR's eight-year history. A ten-man tag team match had the stakes raised high, as Kurt Angle led the Coalition of Chris Benoit, the Big Show, Edge and Christian against the forces of Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, Triple H and the Brothers of Destruction. With so many combustible elements, it was thought unlikely to witness the Coalition perhaps crumble before the people's eyes. With Stephanie McMahon going her own way, and discovering her boyfriend 'the Megastar' receiving a massage from Trish Stratus, and Chris Benoit looking out for himself in a heated dispute with Stone Cold, the Coalition struggled. Big Show proved to be a dominant factor, driving the Undertaker through the announce table with a massive Chokeslam. Shane McMahon got involved where he could, only to soon find himself taken down and beaten on by his father, Vince McMahon. Despite all of their issues with one another, The Rock and Triple H put all of their differences aside to overcome the 500-pound WWF Hardcore Champion and take the win, while Kurt Angle had walked out on his own team and watched hopelessly from the rampway. Angle was watching everything fall apart - his lovelife, his friends and his title all looking to be in jeopardy!
The opening video package aired, cutting to the sold-out Charleston Coliseum for SmackDown! Pyrotechnics exploded in the rafters high above the ring, as well as across the stage. It set the way for SmackDown to come on the air with a blast, as the South Carolinian crowd on hand applauded for the show to begin. Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler welcomed us to SmackDown, where tonight we would witness the fallout of RAW is WAR's blockbuster ten-man tag team war!
The Rock came stomping out to the ring to kick off the Rock's show, 'the People's Champ' coming days after scoring the winning fall over the Big Show in the ten-man tag team main event this past Monday night. As Rock saluted the Charleston crowd to a big ovation, 'the Great One' ascended the ropes and declared that finally, he had come back to South Carolina. The Rock declared that it had been months in the making, an emotional and physically-challenging rollercoaster like none other. But finally, the Rock was guaran-damn-teed ready for another opportunity at the WWF Championship! 'The Brahma Bull' recapped this past Monday night, how the Olympic Gold Medalist popped his cherry not once or twice, but thrice. He had Shane McMahon wanting to grip the Olympian's gold medals; he had Stephanie McMahon looking to make a real man out of him and talk about feelings; and above all else, Kurt Angle, the Olympic Virgin himself, had Trish Stratus looking to mount Kurt's oiled body on a massage table! He spoke out about Angle walking out on his team, and doing nothing but watching the Coalition fall as RAW went off the air, knowing full well that the Rock was on a crash course with his title in mind. Rock had not forgotten Fully Loaded, SummerSlam or Survivor Series - and Rock declared with confidence that he wanted his title match at No Way Out! Almost predictably, out came reluctant tag team partner and arch rival Triple H, to object to the Rock's title demands!
'The Game' stood on the stage and objected to the Rock, remarking how it had only been days since they were on the same side. Together, they put the Big Show down for the count. The Coalition failed once again to beat the two of them, and yet almost instantly 'the People's Champ' was out here throwing his weight around like the only man deserving of a title shot! Triple H discussed the Rock's rollercoaster, how he lost out on recapturing the WWF Championship. As Rock said, SummerSlam and Survivor Series came and went, and yet 'the People's Champ' failed to beat Kurt Angle. And when it mattered more than anything, at the Royal Rumble, the Rock failed to come out on top as the winner - but that was all thanks to him. Triple H stated his own reasons for deserving a WWF Championship opportunity, declaring himself a different man since Hell in a Cell at No Mercy. 'The Game' would not rest until he got the WWF Championship around his waist once again, because only then would he know that his path to redemption was over. Rock mimicked 'the Cerebral Assassin's growl, whining about his redemption time and time again. Rock believed there was only one way to settle this, and that was for Triple H to go one-on-one with 'the Great One'. Only then could they, and the people decide who the real number one contender was. Triple H agreed with Rock completely that it was always going to happen. It was always going to be unfinished business.
Triple H proposed they settle it tonight, once and for all - this race to challenge for the WWF Championship had to come to an end. Rock bluntly accepted, as the two fan favorites came face to face in the middle of the ring! Triple H and Rock both wanted Kurt Angle at No Way Out in under three weeks, and 'the Game' offered a handshake to 'the Brahma Bull'. Rock gripped Triple H's hand tight in response, but as Triple H tried to step away, Rock roped him in for a Rock Bottom...fought out of by Triple H! 'The Game' slipped from the ring with a knowing smirk on his face, while Rock raised an eyebrow back at his career rival. Who would be the better man be tonight, and who would challenge for the WWF Championship?
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Vince McMahon was backstage, walking with a slight limp after the scuffle he had had with Shane McMahon last Monday night on RAW is WAR. The McMahon Family tension was gradually worsening by the night, but the Chairman would find himself at the mercy of a furious Kane moments later. Grabbing the boss by the collar, 'the Big Red Machine' caught Vince by surprise in turning a corner. Growling through his mask, the seven-foot monster demanded revenge for the Undertaker being left broken through the announce table three nights ago, and the WWF Owner tried to calm him. Vince was released, and tidied himself up. Accepting Kane's request, he was giving him 'the Giant' tonight with his WWF Hardcore Championship on the line! Without even a thankyou, Kane stomped off. Vince breathed with intimidation.
Stephanie McMahon walked the hall backstage, when pursued by the WWF Champion Kurt Angle. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' refused to slow down for her boyfriend, who desperately wanted to speak to Steph about what really happened on Monday night. Stephanie didn't want to hear it, but Kurt tried to explain anyway - that Trish Stratus was trying to help him relax. Stephanie didn't give a cr*p about what she was trying to do: Trish was nothing more than a filthy hobag that wanted Kurt in bed! Angle didn't see that, all he saw was a fan trying to do her best to make the champ happy! Steph scolded him asking what audacity he had. He was on top of the world one week with his buddies, but the next he was cowardly, even walking out on the Coalition! McMahon wanted him to make up his mind. Kurt was the World Champion and yet made out he was carrying the whole world on his shoulders. Sorrowfully, Angle apologized to his girlfriend. Stephanie knew that, but had to consider her own feelings. She told Kurt to get it together and said he wasn't the same Olympic Gold Medalist she had fallen in love with. Walking away, Angle was grateful for their chat, vowing not to let her down.
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In the building, Lance Storm and Justin Credible made their way out to the ring to a loud chorus of boos. Charleston knew all about the debut of this new tag team this past Monday night on RAW is WAR, where they proceeded to cost the Hardy Boyz their chance of becoming WWF Tag Team Champions. Lance took the microphone and demanded permission to be serious for a moment, admitting that his year had taken a turn for the worst. What was supposed to be 2001: the year of Lance Storm turned into a humiliating experience! Lance dwelled on being the first man eliminated in the Royal Rumble match, and knew he had to get even with the Hardys for it. Storm called in reinforcements, his old buddy Justin Credible! Justin shut the people of South Carolina up, telling of how once upon a time they dominated the tag team scene outside of the World Wrestling Federation. They travelled America, making an impact wherever they went - much like what they would now do in the WWF! Showered in hostile chants, Justin and Lance found themselves interrupted by the Dudley Boyz!
1) Lance Storm and Justin Credible def. WWF Tag Team Champions The Dudley Boyz (4:25)The WWF Tag Team Champions were out to prove themselves as fighting champions, D-Von and Bubba Ray Dudley taking up the Hardy Boyz's invitation for a title match this past Monday on RAW is WAR. Lance Storm felt humiliated and recruited an old friend Justin Credible to sabotage Jeff and Matt Hardy's chances, following 'the Calgary Kid's brief tenure in the Royal Rumble match. The Dudleys did not appreciate them getting involved and hit the ring for a four-man brawl with the new tag team, when the Canadian found himself nailed with a reverse 3D! Credible came in with a dropkick to D-Von, and the two began to show what they could do with Bubba Ray. A double suplex connected, when a stereo-super kick struck D-Von for a near fall in this non-title affair. Storm and Credible grounded D-Von in their half of the ring with leglocks, when Justin came off the middle rope with a double foot stomp! A headlock was unable to keep D-Von at bay, and a back elbow saw D-Von tag in Bubba. Bubba lit both foes up with snap jabs, when connecting with a Bubba Bomb for Justin! Wazzup! connected on Lance, and D-Von provided the wood, when Credible cracked him with a kendo stick! The referee didn't see it, and Storm capitalized with a Super Kick to steal the win!
Lance Storm and Justin Credible quickly got out of dodge, raising one another's hands in victory. In their very first match as a tag team in the World Wrestling Federation, they had scored a major upset against the WWF Tag Team Champions in non-title competition, despite the use of a kendo stick from the newcomer! Bubba Ray and D-Von of the Dudley Boyz looked furious, while Storm and Credible high-fived one another, almost in disbelief themselves!
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Chris Jericho was backstage sat on a table when Kevin Kelly approached Y2J for comment on Raven and Tori. Y2J cut him off and mispronounced Kevin's name, telling him that there was no comment he could make for the WWF Intercontinental Champion, and his smarmy, skanky sidekick. All it did was prove to him how low Raven was willing to take it. 'The Creator' was no different to a sad clown, all he did was laugh and cry when things weren't going his way. But much like love will tear apart what is left of Raven's sanity, Chris Jericho promised to get even with him before it was all said and done. Up walked Eddie Guerrero, causing Y2J to stand up and square up to 'Latino Heat', who cockily asked how he enjoyed the backstage attack on Monday night. Y2J made a joke about Eddie's mullet, to which Eddie ignored - everybody loved his hairstyle. Eddie thought Chris was the sad clown, for how hard he tried, he failed in every avenue of opportunity. Guerrero told Y2J it was okay to be a loser. Instead, Y2J reminded him he made him tap on Monday night, and vowed to do the same tonight. Eddie snickered, telling Jericho he was on!
The WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven and his new girlfriend Tori were seen congregating into the Charleston Coliseum, tickets in hands of the couple. They got front row tickets to SmackDown, which prompted Jerry Lawler to approach 'the Creator' with a microphone in hand. 'The King' was pleased to see the two of them, but pondered why they bought tickets - didn't 'the Creator' realize he was a champion? Tori answered on Raven's behalf, claiming her new boyfriend didn't feel the need to answer such an ignorant question. Raven said that he might be the champ, but that didn't mean he enjoyed being in the boyish cult of the backstage area. Out here, with the morons in Charleston, he could size up his opposition the best possible way. Lawler wanted to understand the couple better, to which Raven snarled, saying Jerry would never understand love. Tori added that he was too busy destroying the innocence of young women! Jerry was offended, but Raven told 'King' to get lost, they had a show to watch.
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Sirens and alarms blasting through the arena, the WWF Women's Champion Ivory made her way out to the ring with Mark Henry beside her. 'The Role Model' did not seem pleased to see the various signs in the crowd of Charleston, all denouncing her in favor of 'the Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna. Ivory took the microphone and felt the need to discuss what Chyna had to say in her sit-down interview with Jim Ross, from Monday night. Ivory came off genuine, feeling heartbroken for her. Thanks to the Right to Censor, she might never get to wrestle again! 'The Secret Weapon' wiped a tear from his eye while Ivory commented on how she had finally seen the light, and realized the error of the RTC's ways. Taking a look at a supposed replay, a new video package aired on the screen instead! It was Mark Henry, graced in a cowboy hat, portraying the role of J.R! Mark spoke with a Southern accent, when the camera turned to show Ivory in a black wig and neck brace - mocking Chyna's crocodile tears! "Chyna" weeped telling "J.R." that she was so sad, she might never take her clothes off again - thanking RTC for fighting the good fight!
Back in the ring, Ivory and Mark Henry laughed at the uncalled for parody at Chyna's expense, when WWF Divas Ambassador Debra made her way out to the stage! The leader of the women's division had had enough of Ivory's taunting and posturing, telling Ivory that she had done her best to be cordial towards the champ - but clearly it was too late for that. Debra felt that Ivory needed to be shown the consequences of her actions, but Ivory disputed this. Asking for Debra's worth in her role, she denounced the Ambassador as being utterly useless. As WWF Women's Champion she commanded the respect of the girls in the back, because she was 'the Role Model', and she was pure in comparison to the other jezebels in the World Wrestling Federation! Debra told Ivory she had plenty of worth, then proceeded another Diva that commanded respect: Jacqueline!
2) WWF Women's Champion Ivory (w/Mark Henry) def. Jacqueline (2:37)
Debra watched with a keen eye from the stage, looking to deliver a message to the WWF Women's Champion Ivory, who had time and time again bypassed her punishments from the likes of Molly Holly and Lita in recent weeks. Jacqueline was a veteran of the ring and wasted no time in making 'the Role Model' pay for insulting and mocking the injured Chyna, body slamming and elbow dropping the champ for near falls. She tossed Ivory across the ring by her hair, when the Right to Censor member bailed to the floor. Hiding behind 'the Secret Weapon', Jacqueline tried to get around Mark Henry at ringside, just to get blasted with a cheap right hand! Ivory pulled on Jackie's hair now, and choked her across the bottom rope. The DDT connected, but Jackie was able to kick out! The champ was getting angry now, and tried picking her up just to receive a series of dropkicks from the veteran! Jackie hip tossed Ivory and caught her with a bulldog, but on a powerbomb attempt, Ivory was able to sunset flip her way through. Legs hooked, Ivory reached out for Mark Henry's hands for leverage - the referee not seeing it - allowing the RTC to steal another win!
The WWF Women's Champion had claimed another win, but Ivory wasn't yet finished with Jacqueline! The Poison Ivory connected after the bell, and Mark Henry climbed menacingly into the ring. As 'the Role Model' scowled to send a warning to WWF Divas Ambassador Debra, who stood on the stage, all of a sudden 'the One' Billy Gunn stepped out to the stage! Mark and Ivory frowned at the sight of Billy, who looked to come to Jackie's aid, only to be jumped from behind by the Goodfather and Steven Richards! The Right to Censor was reunited, Bull Buchanan still absent due to injury. Steven gave Goodfather orders to ram Billy spine-first into the ring post, before dumping his carcass into the ring. Jackie was spared, and instead Goodfather and Steven held Billy's limbs out for a mighty big splash from 'the Secret Weapon', while Debra breathed a deep sigh from the stage. The RTC were still yet to learn their lesson for what happened to Chyna.
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Shane McMahon was in the Coalition's dressing room with WWF European Champion William Regal, noting his disgust with the manners of the Rock and Triple H. Shane hadn't even made it official, 'the People's Champ' and 'the Game' were fighting tonight in an unsanctioned number one contender's match, willy-nilly! Into the room walked a humble WWF Champion Kurt Angle. Angle hoped to speak at Shane, who told him he had some nerve. 'The Megastar' apologized, but Shane was furious. While the Coalition got their asses handed to them, and Shane O'Mac had his own ass kicked by his father, Vince McMahon, they were without their leader! Shane was bitter about Kurt hanging out with Trish Stratus over Stephanie McMahon, but most importantly: Angle left the Coalition without their leader! Angle told Shane the stress he was under. It had gotten overwhelming, but vowed to make it up to him. Angle reminded him of how much they'd been through, and even 'the Goodwill Ambassador' noted how good friends they were. Shane shrugged and suggested Angle take it up with the boys, and see what they had to say.
Chris Benoit made his presence felt to the dismay of the Charleston crowd. 'The Rabid Wolverine' wore a smirk on his face, with a bandaged forehead - the result of the altercation that developed outside of the arena, in the heat of the ten-man tag team main event on RAW is WAR. Benoit stood in the ring to loud boos, not dressed for competition. Laughing at the response sadistically, Chris took to the microphone and addressed the number of questions going around lately, regarding where he stood with the Coalition. Chris admitted he always thought the Coalition would be his outlet, to show just how dangerous and great he could be as the best technical wrestler the world had ever seen! To his dismay, it quickly became a shambles. Benoit talked about the Coalition being a group of guys that would main event for years to come in the World Wrestling Federation, but it was clear from where he stood that it was just a ploy for Kurt Angle to boost his own ego! 'The Wolverine' said he was done playing second fiddle, and gloated he wasn't just the best technical wrestler - he was the most animalistic, most realistic, and straight up the best wrestler in sports entertainment! Benoit at least respected Shane McMahon, but he sure as hell hoped the Big Show, Edge and Christian realized sooner or later, their glass ceiling was beneath the egomaniacal WWF Champion! When it came to Stone Cold, Chris Benoit always considered him a phoney tough guy.
When Steve Austin came back to the World Wrestling Federation, 'the Rabid Wolverine' gave him the decency to prove him wrong; that he could still go. He got damn-near ended by 'the Texas Rattlesnake' in a Non-Sanctioned match! Now Benoit knew what kind of animal he was dealing with, with 'the Rattlesnake'. Benoit never got over their gruelling fight at No Mercy, and remained hell bent on exposing Stone Cold as the chump he truly was! Charleston chanted for Stone Cold, but Benoit told them he wouldn't show up - he was too selfish! Austin liked to call himself the baddest man in the business, but he hadn't seen what Chris was capable of! Finally, Stone Cold Steve Austin came marching out to the ring, 'the Rattlesnake' finally having heard enough. Benoit was ready for him and shed his polo shirt off, inviting Austin to come down and fight. Austin lunged at Benoit who got first grabs of 'the Rattlesnake' as he entered. Stone Cold was tired of Benoit jumping him from behind, and he proved it with a Lou Thesz press for 'the Crippler!' The Canadian fought off and looked for the Crossface, but Austin punched him away. Looking for the Stone Cold Stunner, Benoit blocked him with a thunderous German suplex! Benoit smirked as he waltzed over to Austin's prone body, only to receive another lashing from Austin, who battled him into the corner for a mudhole stomping! Benoit was able to duck out of the ring to dodge Steve's wrath, but Austin provoked Benoit to step inside for another fight! This score remained unsettled, when would it end between Austin and Benoit?
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WWF Champion Kurt Angle was in the middle of a discussion with the WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show. Heeding Shane McMahon's words, 'the Megastar' tried to mend fences with the Coalition, as he reasoned about the pressure he was under as WWF Champion. Kurt finished, reminding Show of who helped co-found the Coalition, second to he and Shane. Show had always been Kurt's biggest supporter - what happened? Big Show told Kurt as much as he respected him, he still couldn't help but feel betrayed. Angle only ever cared about his own problems, he might be the WWF Champion, but he was the WWF Hardcore Champion! The 500-pounder could handle it, but he was required to have eyes in the back of his head 24/7! Show thanked the Olympic Gold Medalist for the apology, but it would have to take a lot more than that. 'The Giant' towered out of the room, hard feelings lingering.
Elsewhere, Kane was seen exiting the backstage area. 'The Big Red Machine' stomped with menace through the halls, having intimidated Vince McMahon earlier tonight for a match with the Big Show! After 'the Giant' had taken out his half-brother the Undertaker with a dangerous Chokeslam through the announce table on RAW is WAR, the seven-foot monster looked for revenge and the WWF Hardcore Championship - next!
Vince McMahon was sat behind his desk when in walked Stephanie McMahon. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' did not seem pleased to see her father, but the Chairman was glad to see her. As Vince came to his feet and greeted her warmly, she coldly asked to know why she was here. Suddenly, Trish Stratus came out of the other room, thanking the boss for letting her use his private bathroom. Steph scowled at the sight of Trish, who nervously said hello to the boss's daughter before leaving. As Stephanie remarked in outrage at Stratus, Vince was able to calm her down. Smoothing things over, he was glad she was coming to her senses about the Coalition. Now, she was realizing just how evil and manipulative her brother Shane McMahon was - and Kurt Angle, showing his true colors! Stephanie told Vince she didn't want to talk to him about it, though the WWF Owner had himself to blame for never being around to warn her: to stay away from influencers. She gawked at her Dad, understanding full well about right from wrong. Stephanie said she might not be on Shane O'Mac's side, but she sure as hell wasn't on Vince's either! Storming out of his office, Vince propped his feet on the desk in contemplation.
. 3) The Big Show (c) def. Kane to retain the WWF Hardcore Championship (3:35)As the Coalition appeared to face dissension in the fallout of the ten-man tag team main event on RAW is WAR, 'the Giant' had been able to neutralize the Undertaker, driving him through the announce table with a massive Chokeslam. Kane demanded revenge for his half-brother and threatened Vince McMahon for the match tonight, and immediately 'the Big Red Machine' and the 500-pounder began to slug it out. Kane surprised many with a big body slam early, though Show's palm-grip of a chokehold managed to overthrow that of 'the Big Red Machine's, sending him over the top rope! Kane responded by nailing Show between the eyes with a steel stovel, and also introduced a trash can full of goods! Dumping trash all over the WWF Hardcore Champion, Show was suddenly able to fight back with the use of the ring bell for a close call!
Undressing the announce table, the towering champion threatened to do to Kane as he did to 'the American Badass', when Essa Rios came flying over the top rope with a somersault plancha! Essa wanted the title and covered Show, only to be pressed off with ease. Joe E. Legend entered the fray, when Kane struck both with uppercuts. Steve Blackman came from behind, cracking his martial arts sticks across the kneecaps of Kane! Kane was able to gorilla press him through the ropes into the ring, where Kane dropped Joe E. with a Chokeslam! K-Kwik opportunistically gave Show a scissors kick, to be pressed off of 'the Giant', as Show entered the fray and jumped Kane from behind in the ring! Kane was able to fight back, when Blackman re-entered with a toolbox to be Chokeslammed by Kane! Show took the toolbox and smashed it over Kane's skull, before a Final Cut put Kane down for the win.
The Big Show was able to stand tall over 'the Big Red Machine', but instead chose to leave quickly. Much like the leader of the Coalition, WWF Champion Kurt Angle, 'the Giant' was finding out the hard way what it meant to be WWF Hardcore Champion: fighting off opposition 24/7. As Show watched on from the rampway however, the seven-foot monster suddenly sat up! Furious with the loss, Kane took out his frustration on the interfering WWF Superstars, big booting K-Kwik and giving Joe E. Legend a Tombstone Piledriver! Kane rolled over the ropes to the floor, where he took Essa Rios and sent him for a massive ride: the Chokeslam driving him through the announce table! Kane would stand to fight the Big Show another day!
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Lance Storm and Justin Credible were in the locker room talking one another up, after an impressive tag team debut victory against the WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz. Lance hugged Justin in gratitude, glad to have him there in the World Wrestling Federation. Justin proclaimed that it's what they did, wherever they went they made an impact. The two high-fived, when suddenly they were jumped by the Hardy Boyz! WWF Light Heavyweight Champion Jeff and Matt Hardy were furious to have been screwed out of the Dudley Boyz's titles on RAW, and Lita even tried to get at Storm and Credible herself! Quickly, a crew of officials dispersed into the room, quick to break up Team Xtreme's scrap with Lance Storm and Justin Credible!
WWF Champion Kurt Angle was speaking with Edge and Christian in the locker room area, 'the Megastar' continuing to try and make amends with his Canadian brethren from the Coalition. Angle wanted to let them know how sorry he was for not being the leader they needed in a time of need. Edge wanted to apologize to Kurt for not being the men he hand-picked for the task. Christian compared themselves to soldiers, and while Angle had been doing all of the heavy lifting of late, they didn't exactly live up to their end of the bargain either. The Olympic Gold Medalist agreed and was glad they saw it from his point of view. Taking tonight for instance, he had to concern himself with a match between the Rock and Triple H - because apparently the WWF Champion didn't get to name his challengers anymore! Christian cut the Olympian off, telling him that wherever the Coalition went, they wanted him to know they would always be Team ECK. Angle laughed with glee, relieved after a conversation with his boys. As Angle left however, Edge and Christian remarked to one another how full of himself Kurt truly was!
. 4) Chris Jericho def. Eddie Guerrero (4:26)Y2J was victorious in singles action against Eddie Guerrero on RAW when he found himself confronted by the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven. Chris Jericho challenge him to fight, only to find himself low blowed by Raven's new squeeze, Tori. The Canadian came after 'the Creator' backstage later that night, only to be jumped by 'Latino Heat', who was looking for retribution for the loss. Eddie immediately pounced Y2J with punches and kicks as he entered, but a spinning wheel kick would give Eddie the opening he needed. Surveying Raven and Tori sat in the front row, Y2J looked for a powerslam, only to receive a hurricanrana that sent Jericho out to the floor. Eddie followed with a plancha, beating on Jericho on the floor in front of the WWF Intercontinental Champion! Raven applauded Eddie, who aggressively pounded on Jericho. Fighting out of a surfboard stretch, Jericho caught Guerrero with a powerbomb off the ropes! Y2J scored the bulldog and went for a Lionsault, but Guerrero got his knees up. Y2J sidestepped and looked for the Walls of Jericho that went reversed into an inside cradle, for a close fall! Guerrero looked for the brainbuster, but Jericho locked in the Walls successfully - again able to make Eddie tap!
Chris Jericho had his hand raised in victory, his first submission victory against Eddie Guerrero in one week! Y2J wasn't yet finished however, quickly rolling out of the ring and taking charge at the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven! Tori dodged the bullet as Y2J lunged over the barricade into the right hands of Raven, though Chris Jericho would vault into the front row, burying 'the Creator' with fierce right hands! Charleston went wild with excitement, Y2J wishing to take care of his business with Raven when security evaded the scene! Escorting Tori to the aisle, they dragged Raven and Jericho apart, with security now looking to escort Raven from the building! The champ was dishevelled and disgraced, but wore a look of disdain on his face, screaming at Jericho for ruining his night! Y2J wanted Raven all to himself, and that day was sure to come sooner than either of them realized.
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Stone Cold Steve Austin came barging into Vince McMahon's office, immediately hurling Vince's desk over and demanding Chris Benoit, one-on-one! The Chairman did not take kindly to 'the Texas Rattlesnake' barging in, having tried to act as cordial with Austin as possible. Vince had had quite enough of their fun and games, but as they had proven both tonight and on RAW isWAR where they wound up fighting throughout his arena, the WWF Owner realized there was nothing he could do to stop Austin. Stone Cold told Vince full well he would do what he wanted, whenever he wanted. McMahon, clearly tired of being threatened, told Stone Cold he could have Benoit one-on-one, this Monday night on RAW is WAR! Austin cooled off and told McMahon that was good, when the furious boss demanded Austin clean up his office. Stone Cold looked at Vince and laughed, walking out instead. Vince cursed after him.
Chris Benoit looked to be leaving the Charleston Coliseum, when stopped in his tracks by the WWF Champion Kurt Angle. Continuing his apology tour of the Coalition, 'the Megastar' wanted to take the time to apologize for 'the Rabid Wolverine's entire run with the Coalition. Benoit simply laughed at Kurt and told him to get real: he wasn't sorry for a damn thing! The entire ride was about Kurt Angle, and the McMahons' plot to take over the World Wrestling Federation. It was never about Chris, or Edge, Christian or Big Show. Angle tried to deny this, but Benoit told Kurt he was done with acting as his muscle. He was the WWF Champion right now, but once he was finished with Stone Cold Steve Austin, he knew for a fact he would be coming for Angle! Benoit kept walking, telling Kurt he owed him one for screwing Mick Foley out of his job in December. Angle was gobsmacked, calling Benoit a lousy ingrate for all the Coalition had done for him!
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The Radicalz were walked to the ring by their common interest Terri, who certainly had a rather interesting romantic getaway in New York City this past weekend. Perry Saturn and Dean Malenko were all business arriving in the ring for tag team action, while a replay from Sunday Night Heat showed the exploits of the trio: with Terri sleeping with her current boyfriend Saturn, as well as her ex-boyfriend Malenko! Kaientai made their way out to the stage next, throwing aside their Japanese flags and gracing the microphone. Their deep Americanized voices played out of sync with their mouths, as Taka Michinoku laughed at the buffoonery of the Americans, fumbling around with one another in what their people believed to be scandalous and an ultimate display of weakness! Funaki followed with an echoing "INDEED", while Taka declared that it was laughable how the Radicalz and 'the She-Devil' behaved with one another, fondling under the covers like bits of string. Japan could fear no longer, for Kaientai would reign supreme tonight! Saturn, Malenko and Terri were furious.
5) The Radicalz (w/Terri) def. Kaientai (3:54)The Radicalz had definitely been doing some team bonding exercizes over the weekend in a hotel room in New York City, but it came at the expense of Kaientai's laughter. Hoping to get the job done against the raunchy-tough Americans on behalf of Japan, Taka Michinoku and Funaki were initially able to counteract Perry Saturn and Dean Malenko, with dual-dropkicks delivered to Malenko. A double suplex was attempted on Saturn, who drilled them both with hard rights and lefts. A belly-to-belly suplex sent Funaki airborne, and quickly the Radicalz took to isolating Michinoku. Saturn scored with a death valley driver and followed with a moonsault for a two count, while Dean Malenko focused his attention on the spine of Taka. Michinoku was able to surprise with a missile dropkick to Malenko, and Funaki got the tag! Rushing in full of fighting spirit, Funaki scored with a springboard bulldog off the second turnbuckle on Malenko, but Saturn came in with a fisherman suplex! Taka looked to make the save to be swept out with a powerbomb from Malenko, and the Radical Elimination put Funaki down for the three count.
The Radicalz were on their way up through the ranks of the World Wrestling Federation's tag team division, putting in another dominant showing against Kaientai. Perry Saturn and Dean Malenko still seemed irritated at Taka Michinoku and Funaki's pre-match comments, but their common interest and manager Terri joined them in the ring. Gyrating with glee, 'the She-Devil' raised her boys' hands in victory.
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The Rock was seen jigging up and down on the spot, with the number one contender's match still to come tonight. Jonathan Coachman approached the Rock for his thoughts on facing Triple H tonight, but in classic Rock fashion, he shut the Coach up swiftly. Making fun of the words coming out of Coachman's basketball-sized head, 'the People's Champ' was ready to fight for his opportunity at the WWF Championship, but also to finally go at it with Triple H. Rock said it felt like it was always going to happen, for himself and 'the Game' to go at it. They tried to put a bandaid on the cracks in their history, but it just wasn't enough. Finally, the Rock and 'the Cerebral Assassin' will lace their boots to fight, but only one could walk out the winner. Rock had said it time and time again, he was coming back for that sixth WWF Championship reign, and as much as Triple H cries and whines about his path of redemption: the Rock had to inform Triple H tonight would not be his night. Instead, it would be 'the Brahma Bull' going all the way to No Way Out, and whooping Kurt Angle's candyass to get back what was his...and once that was all said and done, the Rock would go to WrestleMania. If ya smell what the Rock is cookin!'
WWF European Champion William Regal sat on the couch pouring another cup of tea for himself and Shane McMahon, who discussed the apparent collapse of the Coalition. The Englishman tried to scope into the mind of Shane O'Mac, who had everything going his way. This business was ingrained in his family, and hence, his blood. Brown-nosing Shane, he declared that the World Wrestling Federation would surely be his, and only he had the power to make that happen! Shane was in deep-thought, strategizing his next move. Regal continued to disparage Vince McMahon, despite being sent on this mission to infiltrate Shane's base. Now, did 'the Goodwill Ambassador' realize that the Chairman was an imbecile waiting to be taken down! Shane laughed, thanking William for his transparency. Into the room walked WWF Champion Kurt Angle, who asked if this was a joke. Shane stood up while 'the Megastar' was baffled to see a tea party happening in the Coalition's dressing room. Shane shook his head: this was no tea party. This was a meeting to strike back against his Dad, and claim ownership of the company. Angle asked for more intel, but Shane left instead. Regal innocuously continued sipping his tea.
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In the arena, Hardcore Holly had inexplicably climbed into the ring. With something on his mind, one-third of the Fighting Holly Cousins voiced his distaste in this "changing of the guard" going on in the World Wrestling Federation. He was talking about a certain 'Man-Beast' that had been on a tear, with no word or reason why he was taking guys out left, right and center! Hardcore had felt his wrath, he took the Gore two weeks ago, and he sure as hell didn't forget it. But the different between Hardcore and the rest of the boys Rhyno had taken out: he was a tough bastard too. Hardcore called the newcomer out, vowing that while Rhyno could come and go as he pleased. He could kick as much ass as he wanted to - but he could not beat Hardcore Holly! Asked and received, Rhyno made his way down the rampway with a look of hunger on his face.
6) Rhyno def. Hardcore Holly (2:35)Although the Fighting Holly Cousins had been victorious in a major upset against the former WWF Tag Team Champions T&A this past weekend on Sunday Night Heat, Crash and Molly Holly were nowhere to be seen tonight. This was Hardcore Holly's fight, revenge against 'the Man-Beast' who Gored him here from two weeks ago. Rhyno had beaten Bradshaw last week, and Scotty 2 Hotty in record timing - but Hardcore was a veteran cut from a different cloth. Immediately Hardcore sidestepped Rhyno's Gore, sending him head-first into the turnbuckle pads! Hardcore duked it out with the newcomer, a powerslam taking him down for a two count! Hardcore fought like a straight-shooter with right hands, only to walk into a spinebuster that gave Rhyno control. With mounted punches, Rhyno proved how animalistic he could be. He stalked Hardcore again for a Gore, only to encounter a dropkick! Looking to capitalize, Hardcore struggled for the Alabama Slam which Rhyno squirmed free of, and delivered a stomach-wrenching Gore for the win!
It was another victory for 'the Man-Beast', who continued to mow down the opposition with the Gore. Rhyno had his hand raised in victory before taking off from the ring. Hardcore Holly had been defeated by the mysterious newcomer, who once again hopped the barricade and went stampeding off through the crowd. Still yet to be beaten, what was Rhyno's purpose in the World Wrestling Federation?
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Shane McMahon walked the halls with a purpose after his encouraging tea party conversation with the WWF European Champion William Regal, when he encountered Stephanie McMahon in the hall. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' knew she and Shane didn't exactly see eye to eye, but she wanted to know if he had spoken to Kurt Angle. Her brother looked intense even still, telling Stephanie he had. Steph was conflicted on what to do with the Trish Stratus fiasco, but Shane told her they would talk later. For now, her brother and her boyfriend had some serious business to take care of! Shane walked with purpose, but what did it entail?
Meanwhile, Triple H walked the backstage area. 'The Game' was suited and booted for battle, with the number one contender's main event coming up next! Who would meet Kurt Angle for the WWF Championship come No Way Out?7) The Rock vs Triple H in a Number One Contender's match ended in a no contest (7:14)The Survivor Series elimination match in 1996, the Ladder match in Madison Square Garden at SummerSlam 1998. The final moments of the main event of WrestleMania 2000, the hard-fought battle at Backlash, and the Three Stages of Hell match at Judgment Day. The Rock and Triple H were destined to fight forever as career rivals, no matter whether they were on the same team or not. For weeks Rock and Triple H had disputed who was more deserving of the WWF Championship, in their ongoing fight against the Coalition. With the Coalition seemingly left in ruin following the ten-man tag team main event loss, it appeared all that remained was to finally determine who deserved the right to go to No Way Out more. After the challenge thrown out by 'the Great One' earlier tonight, Triple H had gladly accepted. The victor would receive their WWF Championship opportunity against Kurt Angle in less than three weeks, as Triple H strived on his path to redemption; whilst for Rock, it was all about proving why he was the most electrifying man in sports entertainment.
An intense staredown soon broke out into a fistfight. The two went back and forth, with Triple H seemingly getting the upper hand only to find himself taken down with a big back body drop! A clothesline and an early Rock Bottom was attempted, but 'the Game' was able to break out with a clothesline of his own. A neckbreaker connected for a near fall, he applied a sleeper hold to slow 'the Brahma Bull' down. Rock had more fight in him than this and scored with a Samoan drop in response. Triple H fell to the floor and Rock followed, when 'the Cerebral Assassin' surprise Rock with a spinebuster at ringside! Hammering him against the barricade, Triple H sent Rock sailing into the steel steps, before returning to the ring. Upon re-entry he was hit with a dragon screw and the Sharpshooter was applied, but despite 'the Game's struggles he was able to make it to the bottom rope! Both men wanted to be named the number one contender, but as Rock sized Triple H up for a spinebuster, Triple H was able to block it. The facebuster connected, and a DDT scored him a near fall! Motioning for the end, Triple H set up for the Pedigree, only to be body dropped out of it! A floatover DDT allowed Rock to nip up, and the spinebuster connected! After that, the People's Elbow was executed, and the count was made - but Shane McMahon hit the ring and dove on the referee!
The Rock was baffled to see Shane McMahon, perhaps costing him this major opportunity! Shane grinned in the face of 'the Brahma Bull', who got up only for Shane to slide back out of the ring. Rock smack talked Shane who maintained a cocky grin on his face, when being turned around and planted with the Pedigree! Unfortunately for him, the WWF Champion Kurt Angle came from behind suddenly - planting 'the Game' with the Olympic Slam! Angle was not finished yet however, gripping the ankle of 'the People's Champ' with the Ankle Lock applied! Rock was screaming in agony, desperately looking for a way out! Angle refused to let go, as Shane McMahon climbed into the ring and played cheerleader for 'the Megastar', who was showing no mercy on the Rock! Finally he released the hold, and the two members of the Coalition stood tall in the ring!
Triple H was down, and the Rock was clutching his ankle in agony! What was the future of the Coalition, and who was the number one contender? It was all up to Kurt Angle and Shane McMahon to divulge the future, as the two reigned supreme in the ring. Stephanie McMahon was seen in shock at what she saw before her, watching on a backstage monitor. From his tumbled office, Vince McMahon was seen also watching: shaking his head in disappointment. As Angle and Shane stood tall in the ring, it once again remained clear that Kurt Angle was not to be overlooked in the Road to WrestleMania! |
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Post by DTP. on Jan 16, 2021 19:36:26 GMT -5
Jakked - February 10, 2001
Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Georgia
Broadcast on syndication
Taped on February 5, 2001The opening video package aired, bringing us to the arena, where Kevin Kelly and Jonathan Coachman welcomed us to WWF Jakked for another night of action and highlights from the week behind us!
1) Bradshaw def. David Young (3:22)With his tag team partner Faarooq out on the injured list, Bradshaw was going it alone for the APA. The tough Texan had always shown promise in the World Wrestling Federation, but despite his best efforts fell to Rhyno in 'the Man-Beast's debut on SmackDown Xtreme over one week ago. Tonight he was up against David Young of Knoxville, Tennessee, a mean eleven-year veteran looking to make a name for himself. The APA's hard-hitter took David down with ease early on, a spinebuster giving him a near fall. Young engaged in a slugfest to fire back, taking the WWF Superstar off-guard with a spinebuster that gave him a near fall. He hit the ropes and found himself sent sailing with a fallaway slam, and a powerbomb gave Bradshaw a near fall. Finally, the Clothesline From Hell was all it took to put David Young down for the three count.
2) Essa Rios def. Kid Romeo (4:13)The former WWF Light Heavyweight Champion evidently had his sights set on the WWF Hardcore Championship now, as shown on SmackDown when Essa Rios among other WWF Superstars interfered the Big Show's title defence against Kane. Unfortunately, it spelled disaster as 'the Giant' would Chokeslam Essa through the announce table. 'The Daredevil' was up against the young high-flyer Kid Romeo. Romeo showed great potential early, putting his use of lucha libre to good use against the Spanish luchador. Romeo was as quick as Essa, who was suddenly able to cut the youngster off with a tilt-a-whirl backbreaker. Essa grounded Kid in a headlock, but he was able to fight his way back up. Nipping up, he surprised Essa with a belly-to-belly suplex, before coming off the top rope with a diving hurricanrana. Romeo was rolling and jived to the rhythm, when a brainbuster went reversed into a snap suplex. The 450 Splash followed, giving Essa a tougher-than-expected victory.
3) X-Pac def. Onyx (3:40)X-Pac was biding his time as of late in the World Wrestling Federation, after his hopes of leaving the Royal Rumble match victorious were cut short-lived by former longtime friend Triple H. 'The Man' was in competition tonight against Onyx of Queens, New York. Onyx was muscular and dwarfed X-Pac in size, and the crowd rained down on him with X-Pac Heat. Still cocky and brash, X-Pac found himself getting angry as Onyx posed with every overthrow. Finally X-Pac struck low with dropkicks, and put his educated feet to good work - only to be mowed down with a big clothesline. The up-and-coming star gorilla pressed X-Pac and struck with a hip toss, before being stopped short with a sharp roundhouse kick. The Bronco Buster connected, and despite Onyx's attempt to fight back with a DDT, X-Pac miraculously reversed into the X-Factor for the three count.
4) K-Kwik def. Rick Michaels (4:04)K-Kwik was among the WWF Superstars that pursued the WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show in his title defence against Kane last Thursday night on SmackDown, showing that the former champ still had his sights set on the 24/7-regulated title. Opposite Rick Michaels, a hopeful from Jacksonville, Florida, K-Dawg took his time. Having all the fun he could, the rapper showed how versatile he could be with a series of splits-driven hip toss. Michaels got annoyed with the WWF Superstar's dancing and began hammering away at him, when K-Kwik was able to break free from a side headlock. An axe kick stunned Rick and gave K-Kwik a near fall, when Michaels cut him short with a spear. Rick closed in and looked for a running powerslam, when K-Kwik broke loose and connected with the scissor's kick to pick up the win. |
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Post by DTP. on Jan 18, 2021 19:17:59 GMT -5
Sunday Night Heat - February 11, 2001
Charleston Coliseum in Charleston, South Carolina
Broadcast on MTV - Live from WWF New York
Taped on February 6, 2001 The show opened with Michael Cole and Tazz concluding sound checks before an empty entertainment complex in WWF New York. On the stage, Michael thanked the production assistants when 'the One Man Crime Scene' turned to his new permanent co-host, bragging about beating Al Snow for his job last Monday night. Cole groaned as Tazz laughed about seeing Snow out of one job, and he believed it wouldn't be long until Snow's out of the World Wrestling Federation for good - he's already falling apart! Cole called the thug insufferable, they hadn't even started Sunday Night Heat, and Tazz had been driving him nuts! Laughing obnoxiously, the new co-host commented on how much fun this would be. They were on MTV, and he loved MTV! Tazz was down with the kids, but Michael called him a real piece of work. Tazz told Cole he wouldn't be whining when he introduces his own special guest tonight: he's got his old buddy the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven to come on the show, with his new squeeze Tori! Michael palmed his face, as the thug declared tonight "the time of Cole's life".
The opening video package aired, bringing us to WWF New York. Now packed to the rafters in the entertainment complex, Michael Cole and Tazz welcomed us to Sunday Night Heat - with two weeks remaining until WWF No Way Out! Tazz gloated about becoming the new co-host of Michael Cole, and letting it be known to the people that the Tazz Show would live on, on MTV! Michael considered it much like Vince McMahon's change of the guard address two weeks ago, and named Al Snow as challenging William Regal for the WWF European Championship tonight, though Tazz would usurp his new co-host: declaring that he had scored a huge coup: Raven and Tori would be live in WWF New York - tonight!
The co-hosts discussed the number one contender's situation from SmackDown, and how WWF Champion Kurt Angle had spent the entire night trying to solve the problems he himself created three nights previous on RAW is WAR. A video package aired, taking us back to last Thursday where The Rock and Triple H once again went toe-to-toe for a war of words. Both men wanted more than anything to be the number one contender to the WWF Championship, and after the problems had been brewing for weeks - they decided to settle it in the ring. Both men fought valiantly for the right to go to No Way Out and challenge Kurt Angle for the gold, but it all came to a crashing halt once Shane McMahon jumped the referee! It prevented the Rock from walking out victorious, but once Triple H made a comeback and planted 'the Brahma Bull' with the Pedigree, it was 'the Megastar' himself that jumped Triple H. Angle and Shane O'Mac had joined forces despite the Coalition's relationship being sourer than ever, and as the Olympic Gold Medalist threatened to break 'the People's Champ's ankle with the Ankle Lock, it was a mere reminder that he was the WWF Champion for a reason.
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Edge and Christian made their way out to the ring to kick off Sunday Night Heat, the two brothers from Toronto still walking with poise after a disappointing loss in the ten-man tag team barnburner on RAW is WAR. Upon entering the ring, Christian spoke about how all anybody wanted to ask them was how the Coalition were faring. From losing Chris Benoit, to the uncertain ground in which Stephanie McMahon stood. Though despite the reekazoids jumping to conclusion, rest assured they knew the Coalition were all good. Edge iterated that they were still on top and were still the most dominant faction in the World Wrestling Federation. They still had their best buddy Kurt Angle as WWF Champion, and Shane McMahon's divine genius was not to be overlooked! Christian said the Coalition still reeked of awesomness, as did they - the Canadians declared they were on their way back to the greatness they once had. Too Cool interrupted, Scotty 2 Hotty and Grandmaster Sexay dancing down to the ring while E&C broke out in laughter at the sheer sight of them.
1) Edge and Christian def. Too Cool (4:11)
Scotty 2 Hotty and Grandmaster Sexay were still looking to find their ways back to the top of the tag team division in the absence of their injured big friend Rikishi, but Too Cool looked to have some tough competition ahead of them in Edge and Christian. The Canadians were in firm belief that the Coalition were fine, but their mistake came in underestimating their opposition early. Fighting back against the brothers, Scotty reversed a double-team attempt with a spinning headscissors and arm drag combination! A double dropkick sent both Edge and Christian to the floor, when Grandmaster got ready to fly. Diving from the top rope, the brothers evaded it and Sexay landed hard across the barricade. Edge restrained Sexay in a chinlock back inside the ring, while Scotty rooted for the tag. He broke free, when Christian blind tagged and came in with the inverted DDT! With an armbar now applied, Sexay again fought back up, only this time for Edge to cut off his comeback with the Edge-o-matic for a near fall! While the brothers were highly confident, Sexay surprised with a missile dropkick to Edge, and Scotty got the tag! Scotty came in hot with a floatover DDT, before nipping up and moonwalking! A leapfrog dodged Christian's spear, and a bulldog was followed up by the Worm! Edge intercepted with the spear, before pulling Christian's arm over - giving them the three count.
The Coalition had picked up the win, no matter what form still remained. Edge and Christian were victorious, with the WWF Tag Team Championships apparently still on their mind. As Grandmaster Sexay crawled in to check on Scotty 2 Hotty, Edge and Christian rolled out to the floor opportunistically. The Coalition members were fine, apparently, but in what form did they still exist?
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Bradshaw was sat alone in the APA's office writing down his favorite beer brands on a piece of paper. Angry at how bored he had become in Faarooq's absence, the lone founder of the Acolyte Protection Agency cracked a can of beer in frustration. In walked X-Pac, who laughed at how pathetic the tough Texan looked. Bradshaw lost sobriety, then he lost Faarooq meaning he lost business, and then he lost to that freak, Rhyno! 'The Man' had fun at Bradshaw's expense, when Bradshaw fought back believing X-Pac hadn't exactly been setting the world on fire either. Ever since X-Pac turned tail and ran from Triple H and D-Generation X, he had accomplished little as well. What sort of X-Pac Heat did he have? Offended and struggling to think up a comeback, X-Pac challenged Bradshaw to a fight, and guzzling his beer down Bradshaw slammed the can down on the table. Standing to his feet, Bradshaw proposed they do it tonight! X-Pac reluctantly accepted the challenge, before reaching for the Texan's can and tossing it in his face! X-Pac bailed as quickly as he could, with Bradshaw flipping the table and coming after him!
A video package aired, looking back on the history between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Benoit. Back in September, 'the Texas Rattlesnake' made his grand return from career-threatening neck injury - to the chagrin of one 'Rabid Wolverine'. Austin and Benoit endured a brutal Non-Sanctioned match at No Mercy, which saw Austin standing tall over a bloodied Benoit. Four months passed, and 'the Wolverine' has come back for more. Jumping Stone Cold on his journey to the main event of WrestleMania X-Seven, Benoit wasted no time jumping Austin wherever he could. In the ten-man tag team war between the very best of the World Wrestling Federation opposite the Coalition, Austin and Benoit found themselves separated from the pact. For days Benoit had grown increasingly distant from the Coalition, stating that he was now out for himself. On SmackDown Austin would answer the call from Benoit, who explained that despite the beating of a lifetime he received last year, he planned to bring 'the Rattlesnake' down and break him apart. The battle was intense, to the point where Austin would confront Vince McMahon. After destroying his desk, the Chairman had no choice but to make it official: Austin against Benoit tomorrow night on RAW is WAR.
We returned to WWF New York, where Michael Cole and Tazz went over the situation between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Benoit. While Michael remained conservative about how the battle tomorrow night would be just as unpredictable as their match at No Mercy last October, 'the One Man Crime Scene' was more intrigued by 'the Texas Rattlesnake's relationship with his old arch nemesis Vince McMahon. The thug went on a tangent about how 'the Rattlesnake' had been a different man since he'd come back from career-threatening surgery. He sure as hell didn't appreciate Austin giving him a Stunner two weeks ago, and believed that Benoit would wipe the floor with "the teacher's pet". Tazz boldly denounced Austin as being secret buddies with the Chairman.
. 2) Test (w/Albert) def. Crash Holly (w/Molly Holly) (3:30)T&A were still finding their footing after losing not only the WWF Tag Team Championships, but having fired their manager Trish Stratus as well. Last week on RAW is WAR the Fighting Holly Cousins pulled off a major upset against Test and Albert, with Crash Holly cradling the tall Canadian to take the win. With Hardcore Holly incapacitated by Rhyno on SmackDown, this left Molly Holly to accompany her cousin in singles action tonight. Crash ducked for cover against Test early, getting in some quick shots. 'The Houdini of Hardcore' took to escaping and leading Test on a wild goose chase around ringside, when Albert clobbered him with a clothesline on the floor! It was all Test from that point, drilling Crash with a gutwrench powerbomb for a near fall. Stomping Crash and choking him with his high arching boot in the corner, Crash was able to roll away from a diving elbow drop! A DDT gave him a near fall, when Crash walked straight into a gorilla press slam! Test teased the pumphandle slam when Molly Holly climbed on the apron, only to be carried away by Albert. Meanwhile Crash dropkicked and caught Test with a rolling clutch for a near fall. Crash hit the ropes and walked straight into the big boot, giving Test the win!
Test was victorious after a huge upset was pulled off by Crash Holly six nights ago on RAW is WAR. T&A were getting back into the mix, despite their banishment from any WWF Tag Team Championship opportunities so long as the Dudley Boyz were champions. Test decided that he wasn't finished with Crash yet however, continuing to put the boots to the Fighting Holly as 'the Freight Train' Albert came to join in. A big splash in the corner left Crash laying, when Molly Holly came off the top rope with a missile dropkick, stunning Albert! Molly tried getting to Test, who instead grabbed her by the hair. With a big smirk on his face, Test had cruel intentions for Molly, when Crash low blowed him from behind! Crash led Molly by the wrist out to safety, the Fighting Holly Cousins living to tell the tale. Test favored his groin, while Albert went bezerk in the ring.
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The WWF European Champion William Regal stepped out of his own private dressing room, when startled by Jonathan Coachman. The Coach wanted to inquire about his new-found relationship with members of the Coalition - particularly Shane McMahon and WWF Champion Kurt Angle. The Englishman told Coachman it was none of his bloody business! 'The Goodwill Ambassador' considered him neutral in the McMahon Family's differences, before Coach could rudely jump to anymore conclusions. William considered himself a friendly chap, that it didn't hurt to have friends on both sides of the fence. When asked about his new private dressing room, Regal told Jonathan he didn't have to say a word. Despite his neutrality, the Brit complimented the Coalition coasting despite the hardships faced this week. Coach then noted that Al Snow would challenge him tonight for his title, to which Regal looked the interviewer in confusion: wasn't Al fired?
In the green room backstage at WWF New York, the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven and his new partner Tori were seen brooding. Having been promised by the new co-host of Sunday Night Heat, Tazz, it was confirmed that 'the One Man Crime Scene' had delivered! Brooding with the title belt across his lap, and an arm around Tori, the two looked miserable and deprived of sleep. This was night and day compared to the Tori we saw last week on MTV's Heat, and Michael Cole and Tazz hoped to learn about their budding relationship - live in the entertainment complex, next!
Michael Cole and Tazz welcomed us back to Sunday Night Heat, where they began to debate about the situation regarding Stephanie McMahon. Despite being the girlfriend of WWF Champion and leader of the Coalition Kurt Angle, as well as the sister of Shane McMahon - she was vehemently opposed to the Coalition's tactics, in attempting to take over the World Wrestling Federation. It was all part of father Vince McMahon's convincing speech to her from one week ago, asking her to consider who the real bad guy was in the ongoing McMahon Family War. Though at the same time, after walking in on 'the Megastar' receiving a massage courtesy of Trish Stratus last Monday on RAW is WAR, Stephanie was flabbergasted by what she saw. Tazz believed that Steph's place was at the side of her brother and her boyfriend, while Michael argued that both Kurt and Shane had dug enough graves for the two of them as is. Regardless, Cole revealed that 'the Billion Dollar Princess' had officially made a match for RAW is WAR tomorrow night, pitting Lita one-on-one against Trish Stratus, in a Bra and Panties match. When was the last time Stephanie had made a decision like this?
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A video package aired, looking back at the ongoing problems between the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven and Chris Jericho. After some choice interactions the week prior, Y2J would be victorious against Eddie Guerrero on RAW is WAR. What happened next however, was unexpected: WWF Diva Tori, irate about being overlooked by WWF Divas Ambassador Debra, shockingly low blowed the loudmouth Canadian without an explanation, and sided the masochistic champ. 'The Creator' and his apparent new squeeze were confronted by Y2J after the altercation, with 'Latino Heat' jumping Jericho from behind. On SmackDown, Raven and Tori bought tickets to avoid a similar backstage scene. For their troubles, once Jericho defeated Guerrero in a rematch, the Canadian jumped the barricade and came straight after Raven with a flurry of strikes! Trouble was brewing, and a new challenger was rising to the occasion, coming for 'the Creator's title.
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Michael Cole and Tazz stood on the stage in WWF New York, as the thug bombastically spoke volumes about his "big get" for tonight's edition of Sunday Night Heat. Braggadocios about his grand debut as Cole's permanent co-host on MTV every week, 'the One Man Crime Scene' spoke about knowing 'the Creator' for years, dating back to days of bingo halls and eating dirt-cheap fast-food after the shows. Enthusiastically, he welcomed out the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven and his new girlfriend Tori. The two slumped out to the stage like a couple of homeless people, with Raven's arm wrapped around Tori as they wandered across the stage, taking a seat on the couch. Tazz shook Raven's hand before quickly wiping it on Cole's sleeve. Undeterred, Michael wanted to discuss the champ's recent rise to prominence. From becoming the WWF Intercontinental Champion he joined the likes of Pat Patterson, Ricky Steamboat, Roddy Piper, Shawn Michaels, and even Chris Jericho himself. Raven cut Michael off, discussing the prestige of the title he held. Raven realized the power he had in his hands - the title so many people desired. There were people that believed the gold was the second-in-command behind the WWF Championship, and that many had used it as a stepping stone. The problem was: he didn't care about that. Tori added on her new partner's behalf, saying how Raven had never been materialistic. It was a souvenir he was using, to first-hand stick to the same powers that be that fired him five years ago! It was a prize, but it was an object all the same.
Michael quizzed her on how well she knew Raven, to which Raven elaborated. They were kindred spirits, and Cole's patronizing tone, and everybody's distorted idea of what companionship can be all about was insulting. Raven's philosophy was that nobody was who they appeared to be, and that brain always overcomes the brawn. Tazz asked Raven politely about his transition into what he is today, noting how he never used to be like this. Raven cuddled his girl, rolling his eyes. In laymen's terms, it was natural. He believed that once you lost everything, you were able to free your mind and become invincible. Raven said it was the mind that held guys like Chris Jericho back - who had failed time and time again, at any given opportunity! Whereas in his asylum of a mind, he is impervious to pain and torment. He is above disappointment and feeling the need to put on a show for the people. Raven did only what Raven wanted - and now he was WWF Intercontinental Champion! Michael Cole wanted to ask Tori about their sudden romance further, recounting the incident last week where Tori was ejected from WWF New York for confronting Debra. Tori recited the lengths she had taken to get noticed. She tried hopelessly, time and time again, to become a somebody in the World Wrestling Federation. She competed for titles, she was involved with Kane and X-Pac, and she was taken out with a torn labrum and was gone for nine months.
Yet nobody gave a damn to ask how she was doing. Unlike Stone Cold Steve Austin, there were no hype packages and no satellite interviews. Unlike Chyna, Jim Ross didn't come to her home for a sit-down interview. X-Pac didn't give a damn about her, and neither did the WWF Divas Ambassador Debra! Raven confided in her how he spoke to her so many times after X-Pac abandoned her, about giving up and running away with him. Sickeningly, Raven was glad that she did - the two kissing to loud boos from the entertainment complex! When asked about her feelings on Chris Jericho, Tori said she didn't get the prima-donna pretty-boy act. It was getting old, Y2J was a classic example of somebody receiving everything people like Raven weren't considered cute enough or talented enough to receive! Tori asked why Y2J didn't give up like Raven, and see things from his perspective? It wasn't their fault Y2J scratched and clawed for big wins and titles, only to fall down again and again! Tazz asked his old friend the burning question: if he would fight Y2J. Raven said he would, on any given night. Raven was right there, out in the open. All Y2J had to do was come and get him! Tori insulted the negativity consuming the people of WWF New York, prompting Raven to stand up and throw the title on the stage floor. Raven called each of them "pee-ons", and to quoth the Raven, nevermore!
. 3) William Regal (c) def. Al Snow to retain the WWF European Championship (2:45)While 'the Goodwill Ambassador' was becoming tight with what appeared to be the remaining members of the Coalition, WWF Champion Kurt Angle and Shane McMahon, Al Snow had lost his gig as co-host of Sunday Night Heat to Tazz six nights ago on RAW is WAR. Having been sidelined for three months with an elbow injury, Snow hit the ring full of life and spirit. Taking the Englishman down prematurely, Snow was out to prove himself in looking for his first win since returning. Snow sounded off on William Regal in the corner, when the champion took control with an abrupt European uppercut! Hammering on Snow, Regal dropped several knees and choked the challenger with it to the referee's admonishment. Applying a hammerlock, he soon targeted the surgically-repaired elbow of Snow driving his knee into it for good measure. Regal's seated hammerlock saw Al fire up to the fans' delight, hammering Regal and catching him with a belly-to-belly suplex off the ropes! Catching Regal with trapping headbutts, Snow scored a near fall off of the northern lights suplex! Snow rolled Regal up for a close two count, when a sit-out spinebuster scored similar results. Al wanted the gold back around his waist, missing on a moonsault from the top rope! Stumbling to his feet, the Regal Cutter connected to retain the title!
The WWF European Championship would not be changing hands tonight on Sunday Night Heat. The apparent go-to guy of the Coalition had his hand raised in victory, as William Regal scowled down on the unsuccessful Al Snow. Tazz mocked Snow on commentary, laughing at Al for being a goof unable to win thus far in what was supposed to be his big comeback!
A video package aired, looking back on the sit-down interview that Jim Ross conducted with the injured 'Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna. As the Playboy covergirl poured her heart into a speech about potentially never being able to wrestle again, the WWF Women's Champion Ivory laughed and paraded with the rest of the Right to Censor about it. 'The One' Billy Gunn had started a war with the RTC, wanting to bring them down on behalf of his girlfriend, beating the Goodfather on RAW is WAR only to fall to Mark Henry's big splash on SmackDown. Despite the new WWF Divas Ambassador Debra's remarks, the champ considered herself a 'Role Model' all the same. Three nights ago, Ivory and Mark parodied Chyna's interview. Ivory mocked Chyna in a fake wig and neck brace, continuing to drag 'the Ninth Wonder of the World's name through the mud!
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Michael Cole and Tazz bantered with one another about how this edition of Sunday Night Heat had turned out, commenting on the controversial remarks and actions of WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven, and new girlfriend Tori. The thug believed he hadn't done a half-bad job as co-host, laughing at Cole's dismay that he could get used to this! Michael changed topic to discuss RAW is WAR tomorrow night. It was set to be a huge night, as Vince McMahon planned to address the WWF Championship picture: who would go on to No Way Out to challenge Kurt Angle for the gold? Stone Cold Steve Austin would meet Chris Benoit live tomorrow night, as would Lita and Trish Stratus get it on in a Bra and Panties match - ordered by Stephanie McMahon! 'The One Man Crime Scene' had a funny feeling tomorrow night's edition of RAW on TNN would be one of the most explosive yet!
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In the arena, X-Pac made his way down the rampway to loud boos from the capacity crowd. 'The Man' was receiving what he would call X-Pac Heat, only tonight he did not appear in the mood to receive any part of it. Having provoked Bradshaw earlier tonight in basking in his failures, tossing the empty beer can in the tough Texan's face might have been a terrible decision. X-Pac took to the microphone once Bradshaw came stampeding down the rampway, looking to talk it out! Chants of "X-Pac Sucks" rained down on him, as he tried to get "the big lug" to cool off! Rationally believing himself to be trying to motivate the APA founder, he wanted Bradshaw to know he didn't mean what he did! X-Pac then ordered the people to shut up, because what he was saying was important! As Bradshaw progressed into the ring, X-Pac commented on being on his own, just like Bradshaw was. Without Faarooq, he had to be lonely. So why not team up instead? Bradshaw thought about it, before snatching the microphone. He was right - but with X-Pac, not in his life! A big boot started off the main event!
4) Bradshaw def. X-Pac (3:46)With Faarooq out on the injured list with a knee injury, it left the tough Texan of the APA all by himself in the World Wrestling Federation. Coming up unsuccessful in combating 'the Man-Beast' Rhyno in his WWF debut, Bradshaw was incensed with what X-Pac did earlier tonight. Insulting his luck and throwing an empty beer can in the Texan's face was enough to get him riled up. X-Pac tried to fight back against the haymakers of Bradshaw early, only to be caught on a crossbody with the fallaway slam! A shoulder block off the second rope again rocked X-Pac, and a powerslam connected for good measure. Bradshaw looked to make short work of X-Pac, when a poke to the eye allowed X-Pac to crowd the Texan with a series of sharp kicks in the corner! Bradshaw came fighting back, only to restrain him with a rear naked choke. Seated on the back of Bradshaw, it brought him down. The fan favorite faded, but the crowd willed him back in. Bradshaw rammed him repeatedly into the corner, only for X-Pac to take him off-guard with a roundhouse kick! Showboating, X-Pac sized his opponent up for the Bronco Buster in the corner, only for X-Pac to crotch himself straddling the bottom turnbuckle! Bradshaw took off for the ropes, and the Clothesline From Hell gave him the win!
In an impressive victory for one-half of the APA, Bradshaw had his hand raised in victory. Perhaps finding his footing in singles competition, he had surely done his injured drinking buddy and confidant Faarooq proud here tonight. As Bradshaw raised his hands on the second rope to a loud response, the referee tried reviving X-Pac. 'The Man' was out of it, unconscious from a tough beating courtesy of Bradshaw!
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Michael Cole and Tazz bantered, back on the stage at WWF New York. 'The One Man Crime Scene' demanded to know how Michael enjoyed the first night of the rest of his life. Dealing with the thug as a co-host, Michael groaned. Tazz tried claiming he wasn't that bad of a host, that maybe he could become the sole host some day: and revive the Tazz Show! Cole urged the executives of MTV to never let that happen, telling Tazz that he was green! Tazz had seen more green in his paycheques than Cole had, and that was a damn fact. Cole flipped the switch and talked up next week's edition of Sunday Night Heat, where they would be joined by K-Kwik, Trish Stratus, and a truly special guest...Triple H! What would happen next week, with only seven days remaining until No Way Out! |
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Post by DTP. on Jan 18, 2021 19:19:50 GMT -5
WWF Live! - February 10-11, 2001 February 10, 2001 - Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota:- X-Pac def. Funaki
- Ivory (c) def. Molly Holly to retain the WWF Women's Championship.
- Too Cool def. T&A
- William Regal (c) def. K-Kwik to retain the WWF European Championship.
- Chris Jericho def. Raven (c) by disqualification; Raven retains the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- The Hardy Boyz and Lita def. The Radicalz and Terri
- Eddie Guerrero def. D-Lo Brown
- The Dudley Boyz (c) def. The Goodfather and Bull Buchanan to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship.
- Big Show (c) def. Hardcore Holly, Crash Holly & Steve Blackman to retain the WWF Hardcore Championship.
- Stone Cold Steve Austin and the Brothers of Destruction def. WWF Champion Kurt Angle, Edge and Christian
- Too Cool def. The Radicalz
- Ivory (c) def. Molly Holly to retain the WWF Women's Championship.
- T&A def. Kaientai
- William Regal (c) def. Al Snow to retain the WWF European Championship.
- Lance Storm and Justin Credible def. The Fighting Holly Cousins
- The Undertaker vs Kane ended in a no contest.
- Chris Jericho def. Eddie Guerrero
- The Dudley Boyz (c) def. Edge and Christian, the Hardy Boyz & the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship.
- K-Kwik def. X-Pac
- Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock and Triple H def. WWF Champion Kurt Angle, Chris Benoit and WWF Hardcore Champion Big Show
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2021 7:23:13 GMT -5
I really loved the Rumble and I'm glad you kept Austin as the winner of the whole thing. As we talked about on Discord last year, there's really no better choice for it, it wouldn't make sense to have anyone else in that spot. Kane still hitting double digit eliminations---and making it to the end---made me smile, again...I just think the way things happened in real life was perfect. I really enjoyed SmackDown Xtreme as well. The Georgia Dome ten man tag main event was cool, I like the overall direction you're going on with this. I'm curious what you do with the WWF Title match at No Way Out. It would seem like you've got to get Rock into that match and the no contest with HHH makes me think a possible triple threat match and in that event, it makes me wonder who eats the pin. Very much looking forward to No Way Out. I know you've kinda hit a wall with this, but I enjoy reading it because it's a very interesting version of an era of the WWF that I really loved.
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Post by DTP. on Jan 26, 2021 13:58:23 GMT -5
RAW is WAR - February 12, 2001
Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey
Live on TNN
A video package aired, taking us back to last week on SmackDown. In the fallout of Kurt Angle abandoning the Coalition faction in a ten-man tag team blockbuster three nights prior, 'the Megastar' spent the night looking to make amends with his girlfriend Stephanie McMahon - who had caught him receiving a massage from Trish Stratus on RAW is WAR - and close confidantes Shane McMahon. Shane told the WWF Champion to converse with Edge and Christian, who were receptive. Chris Benoit and the Big Show on the other hand - not so much. Finally, Angle and Shane decided to take control of the situation regarding who Kurt would meet at No Way Out. Tensions flared between the Rock and Triple H in a number one contender's match, but just as each had the match won, it was Angle and Shane O'Mac who sabotaged the outcome. With Vince McMahon watching in disapproval, the Olympic Gold Medalist and the boss's son laid waste to 'the Great One' and 'the Game', leaving the number one contender's picture in complete disarray!
The opening video package aired, cutting to the sold-out Continental Airlines Arena. Pyrotechnics plummeted from the rafters above into the stage, with an electric crowd gathered in the Meadowlands for RAW is WAR! With thirteen days remaining until No Way Out, Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler welcomed us to the show, on a night where we would see Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Benoit go at it; plus, the Dudley Boyz would defend the WWF Tag Team Championships against the newest team in the division, Lance Storm and Justin Credible! Above all else to some, we would see Lita and Trish Stratus meet once again in a Bra and Panties match, under orders from Stephanie McMahon!
Kurt Angle and Shane McMahon came out to the ring to face the music. The WWF Champion wore a look of bravado on his face, impressed with his own actions in dismantling both the Rock and Triple H alongside his girlfriend Stephanie McMahon's brother Shane, last week on SmackDown. As the East Rutherford crowd chanted "assh*le" in direction of both, Shane bigged Kurt Angle up. Nobody had risen to greater heights of success in sports entertainment like the Olympic Gold Medalist. Shane believed that Kurt Angle was more than just the leader of the Coalition, he was the leader of the World Wrestling Federation. The Three Is had allowed Kurt to reach the very peak of the company in a record-obliterating fifteen months, and with his reign as WWF Champion reaching 169 days, Angle had said it all and done it all! Shane digressed to discuss the state of the Coalition, believing that regardless of what Chris Benoit or the Big Show wanted to do - go it alone or be with them - it didn't matter. They might not be one cohesive power trip, but they would always be together through thick or thin! 'The Megastar' took the microphone and smirked despite the hostile New Jersey crowd's antics, looking to clear up the allegations made about himself and Trish Stratus. Angle refuted any claims in coitus-engagement with that woman. Kurt Angle wasn't interested in sex, it didn't drive him like being a champion!
As far as Trish Stratus was concerned, Kurt believed firmly that himself and Trish were merely friends. She might be a big fan of 'the Olympic Hero', but who wasn't? He was the man to beat in the World Wrestling Federation! Angle was loyal only to one woman in particular, and her name was Stephanie McMahon. Speaking from the heart, the WWF Champion turned to discuss the Rock and Triple H, two men he had already settled his differences with. He had beaten both men multiple times - why did they deserve another title shot? As far Kurt Angle was concerned, nobody was on his level, and he shouldn't even have to fight until meeting Stone Cold Steve Austin at WrestleMania! Angle was full of it, Shane applauding the WWF Champion until Vince McMahon came strutting out to the stage. The WWF Owner was surprised by the selfish antics of Angle and son Shane, asking the two Coalition leaders if they knew of a thing called "consequence". Vince defined Angle and Shane as two men that deserved to face the consequences, for the actions shown last Thursday night. Asking Kurt why he thought he never liked him, Vince divulged that Angle might well be one of the best young competitors he had ever seen. Kurt Angle might well be the most athletically gifted athlete he had ever seen. But when it came to his daughter Stephanie McMahon, Vince believed Angle was not a good fit for his daughter, and so he was glad to see Steph finally seeing the light!
Shane McMahon told Vince to pick his battles, but the Chairman refused. Comparing himself to Kurt Angle, Vince called himself 'the Genetic Jackhammer'. Kurt was more of an annoying little jackrabbit. The boss thought Angle was insufferable, that the only human being the WWF Champion cared about was himself. The champ had heard enough from the Chairman, that "good" was an understatement. He was amazing, and he had to be self-absorbed - he could not let his guard down! Kurt reiterated that he was the most impressive, athletically gifted, unstoppable WWF Champion in history. He was 'the Megastar', the Olympic Gold Medalist - the man that would lead the WWF for years to come! Angle boldly told Vince to put anybody in front of him, because he would knock them down! Deciding to put it to the test, with No Way Out less than two weeks away, the boss knew Angle had beaten the Rock and Triple H - but had the WWF Champion ever faced both of them at the same time? He made it official - a Triple Threat match for the WWF Championship, at No Way Out! Declaring there would be no way out for Angle, the announcement left Kurt stunned. A denim-clad Triple H came bolting down the rampway, past his ex father-in-law. Sledgehammer in hand, 'the Cerebral Assassin' hit the ring and swung for Angle and Shane! Bailing out for their lives, 'the Game' growled with rage, while Vince could be seen laughing from the stage! Triple H did not wish to wait until No Way Out!
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Backstage, The Rock was seen bags in hand arriving at the Continental Airlines Arena. With the Triple Threat match for the WWF Championship announced for No Way Out, did 'the Brahma Bull' have any idea of the announcement?
A replay aired, showing the major announcement made by Vince McMahon moments ago, that Kurt Angle would defend the WWF Championship against the Rock and Triple H in a Triple Threat match in less than two weeks at No Way Out. Vince McMahon was seen strutting the halls backstage, when breaking out into a big grin. Seeing Triple H before him, Vince wrapped his arms around 'the Game' in a big hug. Greeting his son-in-law in glee, the Chairman wanted to let Triple H know no matter how the divorce with Stephanie McMahon might wind up, he would always be family. Triple H thanked the WWF Owner, before wanting to make himself clear: he didn't harass Kurt Angle and Shane McMahon for Vince's sake. Triple H appreciated the announcement made for No Way Out, but this was about himself. The boss respected 'the Cerebral Assassin's honesty, but proposed one more tag team match tonight teaming with the Rock. Triple H glared at Vince like it was a joke, as Vince pitched they would team up to battle Kurt Angle and the Big Show in a sneak peek of No Way Out. Vince had to talk his son-in-law into it: it was a way to outshine 'the People's Champ', and all the same get his hands on 'the Megastar'. Triple H smirked, telling him he could make it work.
. 1) Lita def. Trish Stratus in a Bra and Panties match (2:35)Lita and Trish Stratus had quite the summer last year, competing against one another in WWF Women's Championship defences, involving ladders and tables, but now - they were fighting for the other Diva's clothes. An incensed Stephanie McMahon ordered this demeaning match to humiliate Trish Stratus, after walking in on her giving Steph's boyfriend Kurt Angle a massage last week. The bad blood was lingering as Trish got in Lita's face, when the tomboy of Team Xtreme began taking Trish down with clothesline after clothesline. A snapmare led to a dropkick, when Trish dragged Lita by the hair into the middle turnbuckle. Trish was in control temporarily, a snap suplex connecting. Trish looked for a powerbomb reversed into a hurricanrana, and Lita would tear the shirt off of Stratus! Bailing in embarrassment, Trish gained the upperhand with a baseball slide as Lita re-entered. Trish dreaded on Lita's hair and tried removing her shirt, when Lita reversed into a victory roll - nearly taking Trish's pants! Trish ran directly into the Twist of Fate, and one Moonsault later, Trish found herself stripped to her bra and panties!
Lita was victorious in a humiliating situation made possible by Stephanie McMahon's telling decision-making. As Trish Stratus arose in her bra and panties, she found herself humiliated. Though acting more in anger than anything, Lita laughed as Trish scurried from the ring. The bad blood would have to continue, as Trish screamed at Lita from afar, trying to cover her shame.
Stephanie McMahon was seen watching the undressed Trish Stratus on a monitor in her dressing room, smiling at the WWF Diva's expense. Kevin Kelly approached 'the Billion Dollar Princess' for comment about her animosity with Trish, though Steph remarked how Trish had every bit of that beating coming to her. She might not be on the best terms with boyfriend Kurt Angle, but she still considered the WWF Champion her love. Stephanie made herself clear that nobody overshadowed her, that she was Stephanie McMahon, and Trish Stratus was highway garbage! Up behind her walked the WWF Champion Kurt Angle, who asked his girlfriend if they could talk. She rolled her eyes and demanded Kevin leave, as the rocky couple began conversing. Angle wanted to explain himself to her, repeating that he didn't give a damn about Trish, all he cared about was her. The Olympic Gold Medalist pleaded with Stephanie to leave it in the past and get back to being them. Steph confessed that she felt rotten over the massage incident last week, but promised Kurt that if he could get the job done and be 'the Megastar' she knew and loved tonight - then, she would come home. Angle was content to those terms, declaring and receiving a handshake to seal the deal.
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Elsewhere, the WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz were seen walking the halls with a purpose. Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley had been upset last Thursday on SmackDown by the reunited pairing of Lance Storm and Justin Credible, and the rematch was on for tonight - this time with the titles on the line!
Deep in the heart of Times Square, WWF New York tonight played host to a capacity crowd on hand in New York City! Among them was the APA, as Bradshaw was reunited with the cast-wearing Faarooq. At a table they drank beers and played poker with one another, when the Texan began a break in play. Declaring how great it was to see Ron again, he said he had missed hanging out with him. Faarooq told Bradshaw to cut the drinking buddy trash - with him out on the shelf, that left Bradshaw on his own. It was his time to make something of himself, for the APA! Pointing the finger at Bradshaw, Faarooq told him to get his act together and be the breakout talent he knew he could be. Bradshaw told him he could bet his ass on that: plotting to kick as much ass in Faarooq's absence as he possibly could. Up to the table walked Jacqueline with a tray of drinks, asking "the girls" if they were having a heart to heart. The APA manned up, as Jackie joined them in playing cards.
. 2) The Dudley Boyz (c) def. Lance Storm and Justin Credible to retain the WWF Tag Team Championships (3:45)Lance Storm planned to turn 2001 around and make it his year, doing so in dramatic fashion last week. Joined by an old ally in Justin Credible, they got revenge on the Hardy Boyz for embarrassing Lance by eliminating him before anybody in the Royal Rumble match several weeks ago; then scored an upset win against the Dudley Boyz on SmackDown. The titles were on the line, and the Dudleys took to the ring to engage in a score-settling encounter. A double flapjack sent Storm from the ring and a reverse 3D connected on Credible for a near fall, Storm making the save. A double superkick to D-Von from Storm and Credible turned things around, with longtime friends focusing their energy on D-Von's leg. When legal, the newcomer flailed his limbs obnoxiously to negative chants from the Meadowlands crowd. D-Von caught Justin with a flying uppercut, and tried for Storm who swept beneath him with the Maple Leaf Crab applied - just for D-Von to make the ropes! Furiously he tagged in Justin, who looked for a super kick only for D-Von to send him into Storm. Bubba Ray came in hot, dropping Storm with the Bubba Bomb. At ringside, D-Von found himself victim of a kendo stick shot from Credible. Justin tried continuing, when the Hardy Boyz came out to disarm him! The distracted Storm became victim to the 3D, allowing the Dudleys to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship!
The Hardy Boyz got even for being cost their own WWF Tag Team Championship opportunity last week, disarming Justin Credible of his kendo stick and allowing the Dudley Boyz to retain the titles. Jeff and Matt Hardy applauded D-Von and Bubba Ray from ringside, but the WWF Tag Team Champions invited their longtime rivals inside for a discussion. As the Dudleys and the Hardys squared off in the ring, the champs instead offered a handshake to the Hardys, before abruptly being jumped by Edge and Christian!
The crowd booed at the shock appearance, with the Canadians looking for their titles back! The Hardys fought Edge and Christian off, when Lance Storm and Justin Credible joined in on the attack. It was a four-team melee, but as Jeff and Bubba Ray were able to send Edge and Christian to the floor, Storm and Credible struck with stereo superkicks! Edge and Christian grabbed steel chairs, and laid waste to Jeff and Matt with chair shots to the skull! Stalking Bubba Ray, he found himself the victim of the Conchairto to the head for good measure. Yet the brothers of the Coalition weren't finished yet, taking the Dudleys' WWF Tag Team Championship belts with them. Pleased with their efforts, E&C high-fived one another and paraded with the titles as if they were their own!
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William Regal was in the corridor watching on a small monitor and applauding the Coalition's efforts in his polite British manner. Up walked Vince McMahon, catching the WWF European Champion by surprise. Asking William how he liked his assigned role, the Chairman was looking for intel on what he had learned about the Coalition. 'The Goodwill Ambassador' pleaded having respect for the McMahon Family, and enjoying the opportunity the WWF Owner had handed him. Though as much as he admired Vince, he didn't need to take orders from him. Regal believed Shane McMahon was destined to take over the reigns of the World Wrestling Federation! When asked why, the Brit explained himself: that sometimes the grass is greener on the other side. Regal went to leave, when Vince wished William luck in his title match tonight. Confused, he tried asking who he was defending the gold against. The boss smirked knowingly, telling William that he didn't need to tell him anything - but it would be coming up next! William frantically hurried to prepare.
A replay aired, reviewing the vicious beatdown in which Edge and Christian had laid upon the Dudley Boyz and the Hardy Boyz, with the helping hands of Lance Storm and Justin Credible. Backstage, Jonathan Coachman hurried to keep up with Edge and Christian, who posed with the Dudleys' own WWF Tag Team Championship belts. The Coach wanted to know why, but Christian told Edge to check out his awesome guitar solo. Gesturing with the title like a guitar, Edge made himself totally clear. With the history of blood, sweat and tears engrained in their brains from WrestleMania and SummerSlam's torrid Tables, Ladders and Chairs affairs, this was always going to be the outcome. Christian complained that they had been apart from the titles they adored for too long, not having touched them since losing them in a grossly unfair manner. Now, they were back for the gold and had taken it as a receipt of things to come. Christian listed the active tag teams in division, but when compared to Edge and Christian, they each lacked one thing: they didn't reek of awesomeness.
. 3) William Regal (c) def. Steve Blackman to retain the WWF European Championship (2:51)Last week 'the Goodwill Ambassador' was tasked by Vince McMahon with gathering information on the Coalition, by getting "in" with Shane McMahon and WWF Champion Kurt Angle. It was clear that William Regal had developed a loyalty with them, and the Chairman was not impressed. Despite not being dressed for competition, the suit-clad Englishman was set to defend the WWF European Championship in an impromptu title match against the returning 'Lethal Weapon' Steve Blackman. Blackman had not been seen since being jumped by Chris Benoit for his spot in the Royal Rumble match, and was quick to take Regal down. Tearing the jacket off of Regal's back, he lit him up with kicks in the corner, and a pump kick gave him a near fall! Regal fought dirty to survive, a blatant clenched fist cracking the challenger upside the jaw. A physical battle saw Regal clobber back with European uppercuts when admonished by the official. The champ would wisely low blow Blackman out of sight, and take him down with a facelock on the mat. Blackman was able to roll out, and a second pump kick jaw-jacked the Brit! Ruined suit and all, a dazed Regal returned to his feet to be overwhelmed by the guillotine choke attempted. Regal sank to the canvas, but was able to hook the legs and grab the bottom rope for leverage, to retain the title!
William Regal had retained the WWF European Championship, though he certainly didn't look like 'the Goodwill Ambassador' he prided himself on being. His suit jacket, gone and his dress shirt and vest dishevelled, a dazed Englishman slumped to the floor in exhaustion. Having almost been put to sleep by 'the Lethal Weapon's guillotine choke, the referee aided Regal up the rampway. Steve Blackman looked irate over coming so close to taking the title tonight.
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The WWF Hardcore Champion Big Show was seen checking every corner as he navigated the backstage area. 'The Giant' was not trusting of anybody given the interference in his big encounter with Kane last week on SmackDown. Startled by WWF Champion Kurt Angle from behind, 'the Megastar' wished to settle things with his loyal companion. Angle knew he had let him down plenty of times. Kurt had shattered his ankle, left the Coalition high and dry, and let Show fall victim to the 24/7 rule. But tonight, he hoped Show could find it in his heart to forgive and forget. Angle needed him in the tag team match coming up, but the 500-pounder was dismissive. Show brought up all of the pitfalls in their relationship, how despite his loyalty, the Olympic Gold Medalist let him down. Big Show told Kurt he might be WWF Champion night and day, but he was WWF Hardcore Champion 24/7. Looking to turn away, Angle pursued further, vowing not to fail him again. Reluctantly, with no eye contact involved, Show assured Kurt he could count on him tonight. Angle was all smiles.
Meanwhile, the Rock left his locker room with a head full of steam. 'The People's Champ' was one of two men to meet Kurt Angle for the WWF Championship at No Way Out, but his partner was the second. Triple H turned a corner down another hallway, heading for the ring. 'The Game' had set out to intimidate the WWF Champion earlier tonight with a sledgehammer run-in, but now he had the chance to get his hands on 'the Megastar' for real. Rock and Triple H would team up again against Angle and Big Show - next!
Stone Cold Steve Austin had finally arrived at the Continental Airlines Arena, walking with speed ahead of his big encounter with Chris Benoit. 'The Texas Rattlesnake' stopped dead in his tracks upon spying a life-sized cardboard cutout of 'the Rabid Wolverine' before him. Observing it for all of its details, Stone Cold was not afraid to flip the double-bird in cardboard Benoit's face before carrying on with his mission.
. 4) WWF Champion Kurt Angle and WWF Hardcore Champion Big Show def. The Rock and Triple H (7:04)Earlier tonight Vince McMahon had made it official for No Way Out in thirteen days, for Kurt Angle to defend the WWF Championship against both The Rock and Triple H in a Triple Threat match. While 'the Megastar' had spent last week on SmackDown making amends where possible with members of the Coalition, Kurt Angle still had his eyes on the number one contender's match between 'the Game' and 'the People's Champ', sabotaging it with the aid of close confidant Shane McMahon. Triple H and Rock had their own rivalry, but both wanted nothing more than to get their hands on the Olympic Gold Medalist before No Way Out. Triple H and the Rock immediately put aside their differences to battle the 500-pound Big Show as the bell sounded, causing Angle to bail from the ring instantly! Rock and Triple H clobbered 'the Giant' in the corner, before engaging in another fierce face-off with one another. Rock and Triple H had hated each other's guts for so long, and it allowed Angle to come from behind sending Rock smashing into 'the Game!' From there, Angle began to hammer Rock, but 'the Great One' fired back with a belly-to-belly suplex! As Rock lit the WWF Champion up with right hands in the corner, Stephanie McMahon was seen watching with intrigue from her dressing room backstage. Triple H came in and got back in 'the Brahma Bull's face, angry about being smashed into moments prior. The two tag partners were not coexisting, and Angle again came from behind!
Big Show joined in the beating on the Rock with a giant chop, and choking him with his 500-pound weight standing atop him. Triple H wanted the tag desperately, while 'the Giant' gave Rock two giant gorilla press slams! Kurt Angle came in to stomp on the ankle of Rock, but 'the Great One' refused to stay down long. Firing back, Angle would catch him off-guard with a big German suplex! Elbow dropping the leg, Angle flared with intensity by bending away at the limb of the Rock. It was the same ankle he had locked in the Ankle Lock on last Thursday on SmackDown, though Rock finally broke out with rights! Hobbling back up he surprised Angle with a dragon screw, before locking in a Sharpshooter! Defiantly, Rock refused Triple H the tag, compelled to fight it out alone. Big Show came in and Rock continued to fight off the WWF Hardcore Champion, before delivering a spinebuster to 'the Giant!' Triple H screamed for the tag, but Rock instead told him to Just Bring It! Angle came from behind with an Angle Slam attempt, reversed into the DDT! Big Show grabbed Rock by the throat, until 'the Brahma Bull' fought his way out. Show headbutted him, and 'the Game' made the blind tag. Throttling Show with everything he had, Triple H almost found himself victim of the Angle Slam, only to plant the WWF Champion with the Pedigree! Rock returned, but Show tossed 'the Game' at Rock! As Show sent Rock to the floor, Angle came from behind with a roll-up to steal the win!
The WWF Champion bailed from the ring immediately, shocked at his own doing in robbing Triple H of victory tonight! With less than two weeks until the Triple Threat match for the WWF Championship at No Way Out, 'the Megastar' celebrated at the thought of defeating his contenders! 'The Game' knelt in rage at Kurt Angle from the ring, unable to comprehend how the Olympic Gold Medalist had pulled this off. Dismayed at the Coalition's victory, the Rock soon gave his tag team partner a major receipt: a Rock Bottom planting Triple H dead center of the ring! Now, it was 'the Brahma Bull' staring Angle down, though Kurt intensely raised the title gold up to show Rock what it was all about. Who would leave No Way Out as the champ?
During the break, cameras caught up to the sight of the WWF Hardcore Champion Big Show stumbling through the halls of the backstage area. Presumably left high and dry once again by WWF Champion Kurt Angle, 'the Giant' bellowed for 'the Megastar' to show himself, when met with none other than Kane! 'The Big Red Machine' was not over what the Big Show had done to his half-brother the Undertaker one week ago by driving him through the announce table, and stunned Show with some major throat thrusts! Show headbutted the seven-foot monster in response, when suddenly Kaientai spied the two battling. Taka Michinoku ordered himself and Funaki to engage with the 24/7 rule in their dubbed Americanized accents, but they would quickly struggle against the two behemoths! Kaientai were swatted away like flies, when a hoard of backstage crew members were able to separate the Big Show and Kane!
Back live, Shane McMahon was seen walking the halls with an added bounce in his step. Shane O'Mac was surely thrilled about Kurt Angle's huge win against Triple H moments ago, but stopped in his tracks upon seeing Chris Benoit's dressing room door. Pausing, he contemplated knocking on 'the Rabid Wolverine's door, before opting against it. With Benoit distancing himself from the Coalition, Shane considered his actions before finally opening the door and entering. Closing the door behind him, you had to wonder what Shane was thinking.
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Inside of the Continental Airlines Arena, the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven limped down to the ring with his new squeeze Tori beside him. Slumped with his arm around the WWF Diva, the two took to the microphone in the ring to discuss their rousing appearance on Sunday Night Heat last night. 'The Creator' took us to a replay, re-airing the statements made by the couple about letting go of everything, and becoming something new entirely. Back live, the Meadowlands crowd booed loudly as Raven bragged about how much of a smash hit they were: that it was such a shame they had no regard for MTV - or pop culture in general. Tori took over, telling the people that they could heed the champ's advice and become happier, though it was clear that wouldn't work. Raven ranted about already being miserable with their 9-5 jobs, the high mortgage rates and crumbling state of the economy. Raven demanded the people admit it: they were happy being miserable, and living in mediocrity! Unlike the people of New Jersey, Raven and Tori weren't shackled by bills or living in a fancy apartment. They didn't need to set goals, because all they had to do was exist!
Mercifully, Raven and Tori found themselves interrupted by Val Venis, who pranced out to the stage with a microphone of his own in hand. Towelled at the waist, 'the Big Valbowski' begged and pleaded with the WWF Intercontinental Champion to quit with the preaching and nagging! If 'the Creator' said another word, Val swore that he sounded like his mother! Admitting how he hadn't been around lately, Val commented on how it felt like a lot had changed. Raven was the WWF Intercontinental Champion, and Tori had really changed! Reminiscing, he was reminded of when Tori took a ride on 'the Valbowski' hyper blaster! Furiously, Tori was quick to refute the accusation when Raven eased her with a hug. Val said she loved a lick of Big Val! Unphased, Raven suggested Val drop the charade. He'd been irrelevant for so long, he pitied him - and 'the Creator' was not alone. He knew it for a fact. Raven compared Val Venis to a sad clown and gave him an opportunity to qualm his pity. Slinging the WWF Intercontinental Championship belt at the canvas, Raven carelessly challenged Val if he wanted a shot to come and get it. Val vowed to make Raven endure a golden shower that he would never be able to forget - and it wouldn't be from Tori!5) Raven (w/Tori) (c) def. Val Venis to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship (4:31)Last night on Sunday Night Heat, Raven and Tori made a lot about them known, at the expense of the WWF New York crowd in attendance. Declaring how little the un-materialistic champ cared for the WWF Intercontinental Championship, he had challenged Chris Jericho to a title match at No Way Out, yet granted Val Venis a pity shot at the gold here and now. 'The Big Valbowski' was returning from a minor shoulder injury, and desired to make the most of a huge opportunity to become a two-time champion. Val Venis was fired up and hard hitting, a spinebuster and a powerslam giving him a near fall. Tori climbed up on the apron, and 'the Valbowski' thrusted his hips in her direction, allowing the champ to strike from behind. With a Russian legsweep into the corner, Raven began pummelling away at Val Venis, before applying a hangman's sleeper. With Val's neck wrenched over Raven's shoulder, Val was readied by the crowd, and fought his way free. Surprising with a sit-out spinebuster, Val followed with a fisherman suplex for a near fall! Raven was not faring well against the challenger, when Tori got on the apron once again. Val approached and lip-locked Tori, using his libido as a positive, before turning around to abruptly fall courtesy of the Evenflow DDT!
Raven was victorious once more tonight on RAW is WAR, and the WWF Intercontinental Champion was quick to stretch his arms wide open in a stance of dominance. Tori crept into the ring and fell into his arms, but before 'the Creator' and his new squeeze could embrace in a gross kiss, Chris Jericho came rushing down to the ring! Y2J had been waiting weeks to get his hands on Raven, and wasn't about to wait until No Way Out! A flying forearm collided the two men, and Jericho scrapped with Raven on the canvas until the champ was able to free out to the floor. Jericho followed, sending him face-first into the ring post! With Raven knocked silly and bloody on the announce table, the Canadian fended off the problematic Tori. Turning to the champion, Chris Jericho would lock in the Walls of Jericho on Raven, with the WWF Intercontinental Champion screaming in agony! Finally he released it, and Y2J took his time leaving ringside, celebrating the moment. But as Tori attended to Raven on the rampway, 'the Creator' laughed as the blood ran down his face. This would be a fight.
We returned to a replay of what went down moments ago, where Chris Jericho surprised Raven with a beating that left Raven bloodied, and laughing atop the announce table following the Walls of Jericho. We returned live to see Chris Jericho returning backstage, where Michael Cole was in position to quiz Y2J on his actions. Jericho made it no secret that he was on a collision course with Raven, come No Way Out. Y2J was bored to death of hearing 'the Creator' and his monkey girlfriend Tori slump through the World Wrestling Federation, paining anybody who came close with a mundane rambling that didn't even make any sense! Y2J sensed Raven might know what it was like to lose his grip on reality, and what it was like to lose everything. Raven might not care for the title either, but Jericho was unafraid to put him to the test come No Way Out. Jericho said Raven mocked his abilities in failing at each and every turn. This opportunity to make Raven never, ever feel the same again, he would not fail.
. 6) Mark Henry and the Goodfather (w/Steven Richards and WWF Women's Champion Ivory) def. Billy Gunn and K-Kwik (3:56)The Right to Censor's vendetta against 'the Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna would not falter, even after coming incredibly close to paralyzing her just shy of one month ago. 'The One' Billy Gunn was dead set on revenge, dismantling the RTC one member at a time, and he would not be deterred even after a beating received last week on SmackDown. Recruiting longtime critic of the censors, K-Kwik, the two hit the ring and brought the fight to Mark Henry and the Goodfather. Bandaged ribs and all, Gunn battled it out with 'the Secret Weapon' until the Goodfather blindsighted him. Targeting his ribs, Mark Henry took joy in removing Billy's bandages, he and Goodfather taking to slamming and dropping elbows over the boyfriend of the Playboy covergirl. Steven Richards and Ivory rallied Mark Henry as he locked Billy in a bear hug, but Gunn was able to fight for dear life, finally dropkicking the 400-pounder away. K-Kwik came in with kicks flying, an axe kick stunning Mark Henry before a follow-up superkick connected! K-Kwik set up for the scissor's kick, but Ivory tripped him off the ropes! Billy made the save, as Steven had the referee distracted. Gunn got his hands on his tie, threatening an attack just for Goodfather to send him to the floor. K-Dawg hit the scissor's kick on Goodfather, when Mark Henry planted him with the powerslam and a big splash, to seal the three count.
The Right to Censor had managed to pick up another victory, with Mark Henry continuing to plow through the competition. K-Kwik had been beaten, but at ringside 'the One' Billy Gunn found himself slapped around by Steven Richards! Billy grabbed a hold of Steven's tie once again, choking him against the barricade! Billy sent Steven sailing into the ring and re-entered, fending off 'the Secret Weapon' and the Goodfather with a series of jabs! Gunn was possessed and Steven Richards cowered in fear, while WWF Women's Champion Ivory watched on helplessly from ringside. Billy was ready to sound off on him, when Bull Buchanan hit the ring with a bicycle kick for Billy Gunn! K-Kwik had recovered and ran Bull from the ring, with the RTC bailing to the floor. Steven raised Buchanan's hand in triumph, Bull back after a week's absence to join the good fight against Billy Gunn!
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The Rock was pumped up after the tag team match earlier tonight, when approached by Michael Cole. Michael wanted to get an insight to 'the Brahma Bull's frame of mind after leaving Triple H laying with a Rock Bottom earlier tonight. Snatching the microphone, a fired up 'People's Champ' relayed how he didn't need to hear about earlier tonight anymore. What happened was Triple H dropped the ball, all over again, like he always did. For too long 'the Game' had gotten in the Rock's way, and he had come too far to come up short, in his pursuit of becoming a six-time WWF Champion! Rock discussed Vince McMahon's ruling for a Triple Threat match come No Way Out, and it was all fine and dandy, hunky dory. When it came to Triple H and Kurt Angle, Rock knew to expect the intensity of 'the Megastar', and the aggression of 'the Cerebral Assassin'. It was about more than who walked into WrestleMania, and more than who walked into 'the Grandaddy of Them All' as WWF Champion. Rock was in the Triple Threat match to prove that he was the absolute best, and proposed Kurt Angle and Triple H both get ready for Rock to layeth the SmackDown on both their candyasses!
Elsewhere, it was go-time. Chris Benoit walked the hall full of steam, the main event with Stone Cold Steve Austin mere moments away. 'The Rabid Wolverine' cranked his neck in preparation, when Kevin Kelly approached him for comment on what Shane McMahon said to him in his locker room earlier tonight. Benoit looked Kevin dead in the face, before continuing on for the ring, no comment to give. Stone Cold Steve Austin similarly was seen storming out of his dressing room, ready for battle. The heated rivalry 'the Texas Rattlesnake' and 'the Wolverine' had shared over the past week was about to reach a boiling point - live, up next!
Back live, the scene backstage had developed into more chaos. The Big Show, after being separated from his previous brawl with Kane earlier tonight, was once again neck-and-neck with 'the Big Red Machine'. 'The Giant' clobbered the monster, and Kane fired back with heavy-set blows exchanged. Stunning Show with a big boot, Kane reached for a lead pipe, aiming for the stunned WWF Hardcore Champion's head only to leave a huge hole in the wall behind him! Show took Kane by the throat and threatened to send him off of a loading dock in the shipping and handling part of the Continental Airlines Arena, when the Fighting Holly Cousins showed up! Hardcore and Crash Holly each had a vested interest in the 24/7-operated title, but as both tried their luck with the two monsters, T&A showed up with a score to settle with them! Kane and Big Show found themselves teaming up to get rid of Test, Albert and the Fighting Hollys, before Kane was sent through a door by Rhyno's Gore! 'The Man-Beast' had come out of nowhere, and as a groggy Big Show surveyed the scene of beaten bodies, the champ wisely decided to lumber away as fast as a 500-pounder could!
. 7) Stone Cold Steve Austin def. Chris Benoit (14:38)Since Stone Cold Steve Austin returned from career-threatening neck surgery last Fall, Chris Benoit had been a constant thorn in 'the Texas Rattlesnake's side. They had battled in a bloody, outlawed Non-Sanctioned match at No Mercy in October, and with Stone Cold's win in the 2001 Royal Rumble match, paired with 'the Rabid Wolverine's desire to go it alone against Stone Cold and re-injure him, it was sure to be a non-stop war. Benoit had distanced himself from the Coalition, yet had a choice encounter with Shane McMahon, who went as far as to enter his dressing room earlier tonight. Stone Cold meanwhile, had been waiting for this match since Benoit slapped the Crossface on him several weeks ago. For weeks, Vince McMahon was hesitant about the idea of the two man getting it on again, but finally the Chairman had granted 'the Rattlesnake' this chance to raise hell on the cold, calculated Canadian. Within fractions of a second upon entering the ring, Stone Cold Steve Austin found himself engaged in a hard-hitting fist-fight with the relentless Chris Benoit. Going at it immediately, the two went blow for blow before Austin was able to take him down with a clothesline. Shooting for a Lou Thesz Press, Benoit sidestepped it and looked for the Crossface, though Austin was able to waistlock takedown the mat expert. Austin tried to contain Benoit, who furiously fought back up and began laying into the Texan with some fierce chops!
Austin turned it around, shedding his jacket while stomping a mudhole in Benoit in the corner! Finally the referee stepped in, when Chris Benoit surprised 'the Texas Rattlesnake' with a back suplex! 'The Rabid Wolverine' had spent five months biding his time, hoping to put Stone Cold Steve Austin back on the shelf, and maintained him firmly on the canvas. Applying a front facelock, Stone Cold began to fire back with holds of his own. Uncharacteristically, Stone Cold held his own in a mat-based exchange with Benoit, until Chris made a break on the ropes. Stone Cold flipped Benoit off and the two went at it again, when Benoit was able to take Steve Austin off-guard with a German suplex! Benoit looked for the Crossface again, but Austin was able to make for the bottom rope quickly. Benoit dragged Austin out to the floor, dragging his arms with Stone Cold's neck contorting in a painful head-on collision with the ring post! Crumpling out to the floor, Benoit chopped Austin more before draping him chest-first across the ring steps. Planning to whip Austin into them for good measure, Stone Cold turned it around, and Benoit went crashing instead! A clothesline saw both men tumble into the crowd, where the battle continued. It was anything goes in this action-packed main event, as Stone Cold stomped a mudhole in Benoit. Grabbing a steel chair, the referee confiscated it from 'the Rattlesnake', when Benoit surprised him and gave him a big suplex on the concrete floor!
As we returned from the final commercial break, Chris Benoit had a cross-armbreaker applied with 'the Texas Rattlesnake' riving in pain. Stone Cold continued to fight it, when he found the strength to power up into a schoolboy when he caught 'the Wolverine' with the stun-gun across the top rope! Stone Cold's arm was in a bad way, yet still levelled Benoit with the Lou Thesz press! Stone Cold climbed to the second rope, shooting off to be countered into the Sharpshooter. The same hold that Austin had passed out in back at WrestleMania four years prior, Austin resisted deja vu when Shane McMahon strolled out to the stage! Watchful, Austin screamed in his face, as Shane took a casual wander to ringside. Austin made the ropes and Benoit spotted Shane, unhappy to see his old Coalition running buddy. Shane smirked in return, when Vince McMahon stormed down the ramp, getting in Shane's face! As the McMahons engaged in a shouting match at ringside, Stone Cold took out Benoit and decked Shane from behind, knocking him into his Dad! Austin got in to block the Crossface, rolling out of it, when the Stunner was reversed into a triad of German suplexes! Benoit headed up top, but the Chairman would climb onto the apron. As Benoit argued with the WWF Owner, Shane dragged Vince back down to the floor! Benoit soared and missed the Headbutt, and Stone Cold hit the Stunner to win an instant classic, mired in chaos!
'The Texas Rattlesnake' had come out on top in an absolute war with Chris Benoit. 'The Rabid Wolverine' had thrown everything in his way, but as the dust settled Stone Cold Steve Austin had come out victorious! 'The Rattlesnake' met eyes with Vince McMahon from the floor, the WWF Owner breathing heavily after a heated battle of his own with Shane McMahon. Austin was surprised however, by none other than Shane O'Mac himself! Shane put the boots to a recovering Austin, who managed to bring the fight back to Shane McMahon! Shane swung and missed a right hand, and the Stone Cold Stunner sent Shane flying across the ring! Austin sat up and found himself laughing at the WWF Owner. Vince McMahon laughed back at Austin, as the two maintained eye contact. What was going on with the Austin and McMahon rivalry? |
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SmackDown! - February 15, 2001
Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York
Broadcast on UPN
Taped on February 13, 2001
A video package aired, recapping RAW is WAR from Monday night. Vince McMahon made it official for No Way Out, for Kurt Angle to defend the WWF Championship against both The Rock and Triple H. In a controversial tag team encounter, 'the Megastar' and WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show were able to score a huge victory when Angle rolled up 'the Game'. Rock and Triple H's rivalry made it impossible for them to coexist, and 'the People's Champ' would make his feelings known by planting Triple H with the Rock Bottom after the match. Later that night, Stone Cold Steve Austin engaged in psychological warfare with Chris Benoit, in an instant classic. After being seen entering his dressing room earlier in the night, Shane McMahon involved himself with the distanced member of the Coalition - only to find himself in an intense scrap with his father Vince McMahon. While 'the Rabid Wolverine's conversation with Shane O'Mac remained unknown, 'the Texas Rattlesnake' claimed victory and left Shane laying for his troubles after the match. As Austin stared down his arch nemesis the Chairman and shared a laugh, the state of their undying rivalry remained increasingly unknown!
SmackDown was on the air, with a shot outside of the Nassau Coliseum. In the parking lot, a stretch limousine pulled up outside of the arena. After the battle they had on RAW is WAR, one had to believe it was Shane or Vince McMahon arriving late to the building tonight. As the limo sat still with no sign of life to be seen, we would have to see who it would be!
The opening video package aired, bringing us to the pyrotechnics exploding across the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York! A capacity crowd was on hand, with only ten days remaining until No Way Out live on pay-per-view. Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler welcomed us to the show, touting a huge eight-man tag team contest signed moments before going on the air. We would see the WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz team up with on-and-off rivals the Hardy Boyz, taking on Lance Storm and Justin Credible, and the men responsible for leaving them battered and bruised last Monday - the possessors of the Tag titles, Edge and Christian!
The Rock had the people of Long Island on their feet, storming out to the ring with the Triple Threat match at No Way Out clearly on his mind. 'The Brahma Bull' felt slighted by the tag team loss garnered on RAW is WAR, and took to the microphone to voice his opinions and thoughts on both Kurt Angle and Triple H! Declaring that finally he had come back to Nassau Coliseum, the Rock discussed the opportunities ahead - how this felt different, yet remained to tell the same story. The Rock set the scene, with the Grandest Stage of Them All approaching closer and closer. In five weeks, sixty-five thousand screaming fans would arrive at the Reliant Astrodome in Houston, Texas and witness the Celebration of Life! In order to make it there, the Rock had to win the Triple Threat match in ten days and once again become WWF Champion. Six months ago, if he was talking about the WWF Champion Kurt Angle, he would denounce him for the whining, crying little pissant they all knew he was...yet six months later, the Rock would still denounce him for being an underhanded, egotistical jabroni piece of garbage, who is also a whining, crying little pissant! Where Triple H came into the equation, the Rock had been to war with 'the Game' time after time, after time. Triple H had beaten the Rock, and Rock had beaten Triple H. They knew what drove the other, arguably better than anyone else they had each met inside those ropes, but when it came down to it, the Rock would prove he had what it took and kick both his and Angle's candyasses at No Way Out!
WWF Champion Kurt Angle was not happy with what 'the People's Champ' had predicted for the Triple Threat match in less than two weeks, swaggering out to the ring with the richest prize in sports entertainment clad around his waist. The tracksuit-sporting 'Megastar' oozed confidence as he climbed into the ring and told the Rock how on any other night, he would curse his name to every star in the sky right now. But the problem with the Rock was, when it came down to opportunities to kick his ass, he choked. Angle relayed Fully Loaded, SummerSlam and Survivor Series, and suggested Rock look at the facts. Angle had also beaten Triple H, at both Unforgiven and No Mercy inside of Hell in a Cell. Truth be told, there was little chance of 'the Megastar' losing the WWF Championship come No Way Out! Hopping on his high horse, the leader of the Coalition considered himself a wrestling genius. Like Albert Einstein, he was a scientist, and he had proven it each and every time he had defended the gold! There would never be anybody as great as 'the Megastar', and Angle believed he would prove that by defeating his two fiercest rivals in ten days, and go on to headline WrestleMania! While Angle showboated by raising his title high in the air for all to see, the Long Island crowd chanted hostile remarks in his way. The Rock understood what Kurt was trying to say, he was a horse's ass strutting around in his little red, white and blue spandexes, kissing the asses of Shane and Stephanie McMahon.
Angle had two gold medallions around his neck, and one around his waist - that were intended to impress him? The Rock believed that Kurt Angle might well be one of the most gifted athletes he had ever shared a ring with. 'The Megastar' might have travelled the world, and come out victorious more times than not in an astounding fifteen months...but the Rock wanted to see Kurt Angle prove how great he was by going one-on-one with 'the Great One' tonight! Speeding up the process, Rock repeated that SmackDown was the Rock's show. If Kurt Angle was everything he said he was, and was willing to leave his "little problems at home" at the door, he would accept the Rock's challenge tonight, and put the WWF Championship on the line! Rock stared at the Olympian with intensity, while Kurt tried to contend. Breaking out into amusement, 'the Megastar' surprisingly used put his integrity first: he accepted the Rock's challenge to a title match tonight! Angle vowed to make Rock tap out just like he had before, that he would make 'the Brahma Bull' squeal like a nine-year old schoolgirl and make sure he would be a non-factor come No Way Out! Rock raised his hand in the way of the WWF Champion, challenging Kurt Angle to just bring it, tonight! As the two continued to stare one another down, Angle left intelligently. With the Triple Threat match for the WWF Championship only ten days away, we would now see the Rock challenge Kurt Angle for the title - tonight!
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We returned to the parking lot outside of the Nassau Coliseum, and the limousine remained still with no sign of anybody getting out. Just as this was expressed by the announcers, the back door suddenly opened and out stepped a pair of high heels. Not Shane and Vince McMahon, but the World Wrestling Federation's CEO, Linda McMahon had arrived! The WWF CEO and wife of the Chairman hadn't been seen in months, but what was she doing here tonight at SmackDown?
Shane McMahon walked the halls in a frenzy. Having just witnessed his mother, WWF CEO Linda McMahon arrive at SmackDown, he walked with added energy to each and every step. WWF European Champion William Regal strode to keep up with him, 'the Goodwill Ambassador' trying to convince Shane O'Mac he was certain her reason for being here was strictly business. Shane stopped and looked at the Englishman, telling him it was his business. He plotted to get to the bottom of what his mother was doing here, and claimed he had a lot to get off his chest.
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The stage erupted into flames, bringing out the fired-up 'Big Red Machine' Kane. He walked with a purpose, stomping down to the ring and immediately snatching the microphone from an intimidated Tony Chimel. The seven-foot monster had pursued the WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show this past Monday night on RAW is WAR, only to find himself Gored through a door courtesy of 'the Man-Beast' Rhyno. Sure enough, Kane growled through the microphone, uncaring for a reason or a why he did it - Kane challenged Rhyno to get his ass down to the ring for a fight right here and now! Immediately, Rhyno responded and came stomping down the rampway. 'The Man-Beast' had hate in his eyes, as he broke out into a run for the ring!1) Kane def. Rhyno by disqualification (3:34)'The Big Red Machine' was out to get the Big Show for taking out his half-brother the Undertaker under two weeks ago on RAW is WAR, by driving 'the American Badass' through the announce table with a Chokeslam. Kane got it on with the WWF Hardcore Champion again on Monday night, battling in two separate backstage attacks before Rhyno inexplicably drove Kane through a door with the Gore. The seven-foot monster did not care why Rhyno did it, he wanted revenge, and 'the Man-Beast' immediately found himself overwhelmed by a series of throat thrusts. Rhyno showed he was unafraid of the challenge, scrapping back with rights and lefts, until encountered a powerslam off the ropes! Rhyno kept trying and wound up receiving a tilt-a-whirl slam for a near fall, until Kane climbed to the top rope. Going for a flying clothesline, Kane wound up receiving a spear in mid-air, and Rhyno began clubbing Kane on the canvas. A spinebuster paved the way for an attempt at the Gore, only for Kane to drive a big boot in his way! Trying for the Chokeslam, Rhyno reversed it into a DDT, before missing a Gore again only to be met with a Chokeslam! The Big Show soon came pacing down the rampway, drawing Kane to leave the ring and engage in another fight with the WWF Hardcore Champion!
Kane had given up on this match to once again fight with the Big Show, who hit hard and drove into 'the Big Red Machine' with a big headbutt! The WWF Hardcore Champion sent Kane sailing into the steel steps, giving the 500-pounder a great idea. Picking apart the massive steps, 'the Giant' stalked Kane looking to nail him with it, only for Kane to send Show down with a drop toe hold! Show bounced face-first off the steps, but before Kane could capitalize, Rhyno struck out of nowhere with the Gore! 'The Man-Beast' hesitantly leapt over the barricade and made a getaway, but all the while Joe E. Legend scurried down to ringside. Aided with an official, he covered the Big Show and Joe E. Legend won the WWF Hardcore Championship! Consumed with excitement, Legend jumped in celebration before hugging his "hard-earned" title belt proudly. Joe E. suddenly spotted Rhyno returning through the crowd, and wisely decided to make a getaway of his own! The 24/7 rule had allowed for a new champ to be crowned!
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The Right to Censor were gathered in their dressing room, where Steven Richards and WWF Women's Champion Ivory expressed their delight in seeing Bull Buchanan back with them. Weeks after being powerbombed off the stage by the Dudley Boyz, Bull had made a huge statement by leaving 'the One' Billy Gunn laying on RAW is WAR. Bull gestured with the black tie in his hands, treating it as a deadly weapon. Mark Henry listened as the Goodfather insulted Billy and his "cavalry" K-Kwik, suggesting they give up because the RTC had control. In walked the WWF Divas Ambassador Debra, who sassily told the group how unappreciated their antics were. Not only had they removed the beloved 'Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna from television screens, but now they were mauling competitors week-in and week-out. Debra called them hypocrites, though Steven ordered her back in line: what they as men did was not in her jurisdiction. 'The Role Model' refuted Debra having any power, reminding her that she was the WWF Women's Champion. The Ambassador retorted, that title was her business. Making it official for tonight, she declared Ivory would put the title on the line against Trish Stratus! Debra made a quick exit, while Ivory screamed and complained about Trish being a hussy tramp, having just been left in her underwear on RAW!
A replay aired, reviewing the wacky situation between the WWF Hardcore Champion the Big Show, Kane and 'the Man-Beast' Rhyno. 'The Giant' was left laying by Kane with the steel steps, but Rhyno Gored 'the Big Red Machine. Suddenly, Joe E. Legend entered the fray with a referee, and pinned 'the Giant' to become the new WWF Hardcore Champion! During the break, cameras caught sight of Joe E. Legend with the title in hand, running down the halls in hopes of hiding from the ever-pursuing 'Man-Beast' Rhyno!
Shane McMahon was checking every door in sight for a peek, pursuing with a hunt for his mother Linda McMahon. WWF European Champion William Regal finally caught up with Shane O'Mac, asking him if this was really necessary. Regal continued to try and convince Shane not to let it fret him too strongly, when WWF Champion Kurt Angle casually walked up. With a smile on his face, he asked Shane how he liked him standing up to the Rock earlier tonight. Regal complimented 'the Megastar's moxy and believed he would retain the WWF Championship tonight as he would at No Way Out. Shane hadn't been paying attention, simply nodding along with 'the Goodwill Ambassador'. The Olympic Gold Medalist wanted to know about what Chris Benoit had to say in their conversation last Monday night, but Shane refused to give away any details outside of wanting to see Stone Cold Steve Austin get his ass beaten by 'the Rabid Wolverine'. He asked Kurt if he had seen his mother, but the champ hadn't. Immediately, Shane set off to find the WWF CEO, while the Englishman apologized to Kurt for Shane's bluntness.
. 2) Billy Gunn and K-Kwik def. The Goodfather and Bull Buchanan (w/Mark Henry) (3:26)'The One' Billy Gunn found himself waylaid by the surprising return of the previously injured Bull Buchanan. Billy had been combating the Right to Censor in recent weeks out of revenge for the injured Chyna, but before a major beatdown could commence K-Kwik came to his partner's aid. While Ivory prepared to defend the WWF Women's Championship later tonight against Trish Stratus, Billy and K-Dawg brawled with the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan. Gunn was big booted by Bull and the RTC looked to double-team the rapper, for K-Kwik to pop up with a dropkick rocking both. A double dropkick sent Goodfather into a military press from Gunn, while K-Dawg axe kicked Buchanan! 'The Secret Weapon' teased getting in the ring, opposed by K-Kwik. Goodfather struck, and the Right to Censor would take control of K-Kwik. Billy Gunn etched for the tag as Goodfather applied a bear hug, only for K-Kwik to fight to freedom. K-Kwik hit a spinning flying forearm, but Buchanan blind tagged and blasted him with a clothesline! K-Dawg was levelled with a bicycle kick, but rolled away from the diving legdrop; the tag to Billy made! Hitting hard and fast, Billy came for Buchanan with a jackhammer when Goodfather jumped him. K-Dawg hit a missile dropkick and soared with a plancha onto Mark Henry at ringside! Goodfather tried the death valley driver, but Billy slipped free and planted him with the One and Only for the win!
Billy Gunn and K-Kwik were able to pick up the victory in tag team action tonight, avenging their loss on RAW is WAR. But K-Dawg found himself being beaten down by 'the Secret Weapon' Mark Henry at ringside, and Bull Buchanan would jump 'the One' Billy Gunn from behind in the ring! Bull removed his black tie and began choking Billy with it, strangling him on the canvas with a knee in his spine! K-Kwik struggled to fend off the 400-pounder, when Billy headbutted his way out and was able to dropkick Buchanan from the ring. Billy fended Mark Henry away with a steel chair in hand, coming to the aid of the rapper. Billy Gunn's hunt of the Right to Censor would not be stopped!
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The WWF Divas Ambassador Debra filed paperwork in her office backstage, when in walked Linda McMahon. The WWF CEO greeted Debra merrily, telling her how much she enjoyed her work. Debra responded with the same comments, when a smirking Stephanie McMahon showed up. Following a brief face-off between 'the Billion Dollar Princess' and her mother, Linda was thrilled to see Stephanie finally think for herself. Steph begrudgingly informed her Mom that she had nothing to say to her. Stephanie relayed what happened to Trish Stratus on Monday, with the whole world seeing Trish naked and exposed, like the tramp everybody knew she was. Debra complimented her work, when Steph contested that Trish wasn't worthy of the WWF Women's Championship shot tonight at all. Trish was untalented, manipulative, and worst of all, a homewrecking sl*t! Linda saw irony and Debra agreed that despite her vested interest, maybe tonight was her chance to do what Stephanie did one year ago: become champion! Steph demanded Debra overturn the decision and cancel the match, but Debra refused, being in charge of the WWF Divas division! Steph turned to Linda, who firmly backed Debra's choice over her daughters. Stephanie scoffed, storming out of the room.
Kevin Kelly was standing by backstage with the WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz. Coming off of the assault on Monday at the hands of Edge and Christian, the title-less brothers were fired up and ready for the eight-man tag team match, Bubba Ray bombastically exclaiming that they could have stayed out of the equation, and allowed themselves to be victimized by Edge and Christian - but they were still standing, and they were here for their gold. D-Von preached their history with the Canadians, how they should have seen those brothers coming from a mile away. They had stolen their titles, and ruined their title match on RAW is WAR, and the Dudleys would not stand for it. Thou shalt not steal from the Dudleys! Bubba said that whether tonight was an eight-man tag team match or not, the Dudleys would be bringing the wood, and two prettyboy morons would wind up going through it. Bubba refused to allow Edge and Christian bring their title reign to an end, because what the Dudleys wished to end was their past, present and future with Edge and Christian! The Dudleys exited, revealing two tables lined up against the wall behind them.
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The countdown reached its conclusion inside of the Nassau Coliseum, and an eruption of pyrotechnics saw Chris Jericho march out onto the stage! Y2J squealed that SmackDown was Jericho, and Jericho was angry! The Long Island crowd were glad to see the loudmouth Canadian, as he addressed his recent issues with a skanky, nasty, horrendous swamp-doused jezebel - and his girlfriend Tori. Y2J discussed every thing that the WWF Intercontinental Champion had to say about him, how he loved to choke on every single opportunity, and showboat to the crowd over beating his opponents. The truth was, where Raven and Tori were concerned, they were the couple nobody ever wanted to see! Y2J acknowledged Valentine's Day had just passed, and he didn't even want to imagine the gangly, steaming, awkward sex those two could muster up. But curiosity killed the Chris, and he had to imagine what would happen if Raven and Tori were ever to conceive a child. Taking to the ring to show an edited image on the OvalTron, it revealed an ugly baby with the facial features of Tori, and the damp, reddened hair of Raven! As the crowd erupted in laughter, Y2J then presented what the baby would like all grown up: Tori's head on Raven's body. Y2J hyped up the Jerichoholics in attendance, citing No Way Out in ten days, as calling Raven's name, and we would see a new WWF Intercontinental Champion crowned: none other than 'the Sexy Beast' before them!
Tori came stamping her feet out to the rampway, screaming that enough was enough! Gotten to, the main squeeze of 'the Creator' urged Chris Jericho that nobody cared about a single word that came out of Jericho's mouth. For starters, Raven couldn't wait to make Y2J shut the hell up in ten days, and secondly, Valentine's Day was a pointless excuse for a holiday designed by cold-hearted corporations and conglomerates to extort as much money from the social elites as they could! Y2J complimented Tori's hungover Hollywood washed-up ensemble, pointing out just how homeless she looked tonight. Tori proclaimed Y2J a faker worse than the capacity crowd of ugly faces surrounding them. She defended the WWF Intercontinental Champion, and labelled Jericho a parasite that had helped make drones of the people. Behind Y2J, Raven had crept into the ring with a crowbar in hand, but Jericho spotted him in the nick of time and tackled the WWF Intercontinental Champion to the canvas, hammering away at him! Jericho was not about to be bested again by Raven, who cowered once his foe grabbed the crowbar. Y2J arched his back to swing at 'the Creator', who smirked and threw his arms wide open in mercy! With Jericho perturbed, from behind came Tori with a low blow, setting him up for a snap Evenflow DDT! Eddie Guerrero sauntered out to the ring for action as Raven choked Jericho with the jagged edge of the crowbar - how could Y2J compete tonight?
3) Eddie Guerrero def. Chris Jericho (3:39)Chris Jericho was in no shape to compete tonight against a recent rival in Eddie Guerrero, whom Y2J had beaten twice on RAW is WAR and SmackDown in recent weeks. With his WWF Intercontinental Championship match with Raven set for No Way Out in ten days, Y2J was left breathless after an underhanded attack from Raven and Tori, who watched slumped at ringside against the barricade. Eddie was quick to cockily stomp Jericho into the canvas, showboating in style all the while. 'Latino Heat' was full of himself, pie-facing and slapping the Canadian around until Jericho tackled him with some punches. A flying forearms landed, and a spinning wheel kick followed, but as Y2J talked trash to Raven and Tori, Eddie was able to catch him off-guard with the tilt-a-whirl backbreaker! Eddie maintained a sleeper hold to the weakened Y2J, who tried desperately to remain in the fight. Coming to life at the last second, Jericho broke free and blocked a hurricanrana into a powerbomb! Jericho was rolling and kept a close eye on Raven, clotheslining Eddie out of the corner and looking for a bulldog only for Guerrero to surprise him with a head-planting brainbuster, giving 'Latino Heat' the three count.
Eddie Guerrero had beaten Chris Jericho after previously suffering two losses at his hand last week. 'Latino Heat' smirked with confidence over the fallen Y2J, who had no chance at recovering from the pre-match attack courtesy of the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven and his main squeeze, Tori. At ringside the two sat leaning against the barricade, his arm around her, with poignant smiles on their faces. 'The Creator' set out to send a message to Y2J before No Way Out, that Jericho could give it his all and still fail with the big opportunity, but would this be the same outcome in ten days time?
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WWF CEO Linda McMahon was spotted walking the halls of the Nassau Coliseum! Having shockingly arrived at SmackDown tonight after not being seen for months, the wife of the Chairman Vince McMahon was heading for the ring, with it being evident that Shane McMahon still had not tracked down his mother. It seemed likely that Shane O'Mac had a lot to say to Linda, though what was her intentions of being here tonight?
Arriving late because of traffic, Triple H was seen arriving in Long Island, New York. 'The Game' walked with purpose when Jonathan Coachman tried catching up with him only for Triple H to scowl down at him. The Coach asked 'the Cerebral Assassin' how he liked the news, that tonight either Kurt Angle or the Rock could wind up heading into the Triple Threat match at No Way Out as WWF Champion. Bluntly, Triple H said he knew all about the main event match they'd made for themselves tonight. They had made their own bed, and one way or another it wouldn't even matter. 'The Game' declared that in ten days, whether it was 'the Megastar' or 'the People's Champ' walking into No Way Out as the champ, he hoped they were ready for him. Triple H uttered that he'd be watching closely, because in less than two weeks it would all come full circle: he would recapture the WWF Championship.
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Linda McMahon came walking out to the ring to a warm ovation from the Long Island crowd. The CEO of the World Wrestling Federation had not been seen in months, and her presence tonight had surprised everybody. With Shane McMahon sure to find her in the ring, Linda took to the microphone to discuss her rare appearance tonight. The WWF CEO took the time to make sense and understand the tumultuous relationship her family had, which was being broadcast to the entire world each and every week. Her husband Vince McMahon was in a power struggling conflict with their only son, Shane McMahon, while their daughter Stephanie McMahon had found herself hanging precariously between them - not trusting anybody. Linda discussed the McMahon Family's legacy in sports entertainment: this business transcended their generation. Before Vincent Kennedy McMahon grew up and purchased the WWF, his father Vincent James McMahon ran the World Wide Wrestling Federation and allowed the then-WWWF to be a recognized force in the northeastern United States. While her husband and current WWF Owner Vince revolutionized the WWF and went national, before going global; arguably it was Vince's grandfather Jess McMahon, who first started the craze. Linda stressed his importance, how he brought sports entertainment to Long Island, and was the first McMahon to promote the sport!
Linda understood her children's frustration. Shane McMahon wanted to have complete power over the World Wrestling Federation, and Stephanie McMahon wanted power herself - she could see it in her eyes, no matter how little she wanted to do with Vince and Shane's power struggle. The CEO knew that with the XFL running hot out of the gate that her husband's concentration might be broad at best, but she knew it was in everyone in the family's best interest to settle this petty dispute and all get back on the same page. Shane McMahon finally tracked down his mother, making a confident strut out to the rampway. With a microphone in hand, Shane O'Mac patronized his mother, talking about how grand her ideas were in theory. But Dad would never go for any of that, he's too selfish! Shane accused Linda of taking her husband's side over her own pride and joy. Shane reminded her that he was the first-born in the family, but while he was brought into this world with a silver spoon in his mouth, he had raised himself into the man he is today. Everything was all about the WWF with Mom and Dad, they were never around. Giving credit where credit was due, Vince and Linda turned sports entertainment in a revolutionary, globalized force. Standing face to face with his own mother, Shane made himself clear that to settle the dispute was a grand idea, in theory. In execution, a takeover needed to happen.
Shane declared that it was time for a coronation, and it needed Vince McMahon out! Vince McMahon wasted no time stomping down to join his family in the ring. The Chairman gritted his teeth at son Shane's comments, and the two got into a shouting match before Linda. Linda got between the rivalling father and son, telling them both that they ought to be ashamed of themselves! The CEO stated this was a place of business, and they were bringing personal matters out in the open and letting it reflect horrendously on the World Wrestling Federation! Shane was in disbelief that Linda was taking Dad's side over his again, though Vince yelled that Shane didn't deserve Linda's support - he was an assh*le! The two butted heads, shoving one another until Linda finally bellowed for them to cut it out! Hating it was coming to this, Linda refused to let this happen here and now. If the boss and his son wanted to fight so badly, she would allow one match to settle this! Vince and Shane nodded, as Linda explained she was on neither's side, she wanted the McMahon Family War to stop plaguing them - at No Way Out. It wouldn't be a one-on-one affair: it would be a tag team match! Coldly, Linda gave her husband and son until the end of the night to name their partners, and after that, she demanded this to be over. ! Linda left her family behind, while Shane and Vince glared at one another. Finally, the fighting would come to ahead in ten days - but who would their partners be?
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The WWF Champion Kurt Angle walked the halls of the backstage area. Passing a backstage assistant, he asked if they had seen Stephanie McMahon. They did not, but catching him by surprise came Trish Stratus, greeting a petrified 'Megastar'. The Olympic Gold Medalist's cat got his tongue, exclaiming how okay it was to see her. Trish giggled and asked Kurt if he saw her in all of her glory last Monday night. Angle looked away and complimented her...assets. The WWF Diva got the impression Kurt was worried, and asked whether it was the WWF Championship match tonight, though Angle arrogantly declared he had the Rock's number. With reluctance, Trish wished him luck, confessing how big a fan she was. Awkward silence made the tension to grow, as Trish revealed she had a title match tonight too. Angle wished her luck, but as Trish was about to pass, she turned and asked Kurt if he wanted to see what she would be wearing tonight. Shielding his eyes, he had to go and jogged away before Trish could open her coat to him. Trish turned to reveal it was just her ring attire, and couldn't understand what had gotten into the Olympian. The WWF Women's Championship was on the line, next!
The unlikely new WWF Hardcore Champion Joe E. Legend was spotted walking through the parking lot outside of the Nassau Coliseum, when spotted by Steve Blackman! 'The Lethal Weapon' chased after him, as Joe E. struggled to enter a car and the martial-artist hammered away at him. Knocking him down, Blackman went to use his martial arts sticks, but the foam of a fire extinguisher blinded him! When the foam settled it was revealed that Scotty 2 Hotty perpetrated it, and he restrained Blackman as Grandmaster Sexay entered the frame and rolled Joe E. up: Grandmaster Sexay becoming the WWF Hardcore Champion! Sexay laughed like a hyena and declared that the boyhood dream had come true, before Too Cool made a quick getaway from the furious 'Lethal Weapon!'
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The WWF Women's Champion Ivory was accompanied by Steven Richards as the two took to the middle of the ring to voice their discrepancy with the WWF Divas Ambassador Debra's decision-making. Ivory could not stomach the fact that she had to put her title on the line tonight against Trish Stratus of all people tonight. Reminding the people that she was 'the Role Model', Trish had just lost a Bra and Panties match last Monday night! The Right to Censor opposed Trish and her exposed body parts, and declared her not a worthy contender to be the champ. They weren't living in the days off the Barbara Bush and "Hervina", and reminded the hostile Long Island crowd that they were not Divas - they were women! Unlike Trish Stratus, and Chyna for that matter, Ivory declared that she was above this. Finally, Trish Stratus came walking out to the ring discontent with what the RTC had to say about her!4) Ivory (w/Steven Richards) (c) def. Trish Stratus to retain the WWF Women's Championship (2:59)'The Role Model' was in the hot seat again after the recent actions of the Right to Censor. In recent weeks, the WWF Divas Ambassador Debra had made Ivory defend the WWF Women's Championship against the likes of Molly Holly, Lita, and now Trish Stratus despite Trish losing a Bra and Panties match just three nights ago! To the dismay of Stephanie McMahon, Trish would get her opportunity to prove that she was more than a piece of meat, catching the champ off-guard with a suplex and a snapmare into a dropkick early. Steven Richards cheered on the Right to Censor's female advocate from ringside, as Trish looked for a bulldog, only for Steven to pull Ivory to safety. Trish surprised many with a baseball slide knocking both RTC members down, but as Trish came after Richards, Ivory distracted the referee. Steven dragged on Trish's hair and slammed her down to the floor, allowing the champ to go to work. Steven held Trish's arms for Ivory to deck her, only to deck her own manager! The challenger sent Ivory sailing back inside, where Trish executed a missile dropkick off the second rope. Once again looking for the bulldog, Trish was distracted when Stephanie McMahon walked out to ringside! 'The Billion Dollar Princess' on the apron, Ivory came from behind and rolled Trish up with a handful of tights to expose her thong - retaining the title again!
'The Role Model' had cheated her way to retaining the WWF Women's Championship again, and Stephanie McMahon loved every second of it. Trish Stratus was in shock on her knees in the ring, while Ivory fell into the celebrating arms of Steven Richards at ringside. The Right to Censor stole another one, while 'the Billion Dollar Princess' walked to the back with a knowing smirk on her face. Steph was still not over Trish massaging her boyfriend Kurt Angle over one week ago, and wanted nothing more than to watch the WWF Diva squirm!
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Lance Storm and Justin Credible were going over strategy for the eight-man tag team match to come, when in walked the two brothers that had taken the WWF Tag Team Championship belts hostage on RAW is WAR, Edge and Christian. Christian played his title belt like a guitar, as Edge suggested they take a look at Christian's sweet solo. Mimicking guitar squeals, Justin thought it sounded sick. 'The Calgary Kid' said that tonight saw them up against some stiff competition. The Hardy Boyz and the Dudley Boyz were fierce rivals to go against, but they had something else in common: they were all Canadian! Awkwardness fell over the room as Justin groaned that he was from New York, but Edge comforted him in knowing he would be an honorary Canadian tonight. Edge and Christian spoke optimistically that they were the champions, and they had beaten both the Hardys and the Dudleys before - so to follow their lead. Lance high-fived with the brothers, while Credible asked about them getting another title shot since they were screwed out of theirs! Edge suggested they would get the first title shot after tonight, no doubt about it. Storm and Credible left, leaving Edge and Christian to mock the new tag team behind their backs: calling them Dumb and Dumber!
Meanwhile, the Hardy Boyz and Lita were making their way down the halls. The WWF Light Heavyweight Champion walked beside his older brother Matt Hardy and girlfriend Lita, as Team Xtreme were rearing to go. Eight-man tag team action was coming up next!
The new-new WWF Hardcore Champion crowned tonight Grandmaster Sexay was in high spirits, after defeating Joe E. Legend in the parking lot. Scotty 2 Hotty celebrated alongside his Too Cool tag team partner in the locker room, as Sexay squealed that they were going to Disneyland! All of a sudden the Big Show came barging in, grabbing both by the throats and hoisting them against the wall! Show demanded his title back, but before he could act in came Kane right after him! 'The Big Red Machine' engaged in a fist fight with 'the Giant' once again - this rivalry never quitting! As Too Cool spectated, Kane was able to send Show running with a steel chair in hand. Too Cool patted the seven-foot monster on the back and thanked him for coming to their aid, when Kane suddenly clocked Sexay with a steel chair shot! Kane warned Scotty to stay back, covering Grandmaster, and Kane became the WWF Hardcore Champion!
. 5) Edge, Christian, Lance Storm and Justin Credible def. WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz and the Hardy Boyz (w/Lita) (6:26)The Dudley Boyz retained the WWF Tag Team Championships last Monday on RAW is WAR against Lance Storm and Justin Credible, but it all came with the aid of the Hardy Boyz, who had also been once cheated out of the titles because of the newest tag team on the block in the World Wrestling Federation. Unexpectedly entering the fray came Edge and Christian after the match, walloping the Hardys and the Dudleys with steel chairs, and stealing the title belts from D-Von and Bubba Ray! There was a lot of hatred stemming from over the past year between the three teams, but while Edge and Christian had the Dudleys' belts, the Dudleys carried out two tables for the thieves! With the wood set up at ringside, an eight-man battle took place in the ring culminating in the Hardys' Poetry in Motion making way for the Dudleyville Device on Justin Credible! The Canadians exited the ring when Jeff came off the barricade with a vaulting clothesline, while inside the Wazzup connected on Christian! Bubba called D-Von to get the tables, but was blasted from behind by Lance Storm. Inside,
Matt Hardy found himself in harms way as Edge and Christian grounded him and isolated him from tagging out. Goading the Dudleys, the thieving Coalition members were full of confidence, though Matt soon reversed a double suplex from Storm and Credible into a double DDT! Jeff made the hot tag and hit Whisper in the Wind, before being cut off by the Super Kick from Storm! Storm and Credible now tried to tame Jeff, who nailed Justin with a spinout enzuigiri! In came Bubba Ray, and quickly it turned into another eight-man melee, with Lita hitting the diving headscissors on Storm! D-Von stumbled out to the floor, where Edge nailed him with a spear driving him through the propped-up table! Bubba Ray hit the Bubba Bomb on Storm and tagged in Jeff Hardy, who had the Swanton Bomb in mind - but Justin Credible snapped a kendo stick over his skull behind the referee's back! Jeff fell to the canvas, and Storm covered to claim the win for the Canadians!
Lance Storm picked up the win with help from Justin Credible's kendo stick shot, but the newest tag team on the block soon took to the ring to continue in their beatdown of the Hardy Boyz! Lita tried coming in, only to be grabbed by the hair by the obnoxious newcomer, Credible! Justin laughed, but Lita low blowed him and Bubba Ray hit the ring to chase them off. With his half-brother D-Von driven through the table on the floor, he tried fighting with Edge when Christian struck with the Unprettier! The holders of the Dudleys' title belts grabbed the other table and set it up inside, where Edge and Christian delivered a double-decker suplex driving Bubba off the top rope through the table! Edge and Christian mocked the Dudleys with the WWF Tag Team Championships remaining stolen, leaving the Dudleys laying through their own tables!
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Shane McMahon paced back and forth in his dressing room, fired up and not wanting to wait ten days to beat up his father Vince McMahon. WWF European Champion William Regal sat on the couch nearby, brainstorming members of the Coalition that could be his tag team partner come No Way Out. 'The Goodwill Ambassador' surmised that the Big Show was busy with Kane, and out of Edge and Christian - who would be the better choice? In walked Stephanie McMahon, angry at Shane O'Mac for bringing her name up in the debate with Linda and Vince McMahon earlier tonight. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' was sick of this, and wanted nothing more than to live a fulfilling life with Kurt Angle without having to worry about her stupid family! Stephanie ranted about wanting nothing to do with Shane, with Vince, or with the Brit on the couch! Shane snapped his fingers and smiled, thanking his sister before leaving the room quickly. Steph was baffled, as was Regal. What was his idea?
Shane McMahon made his way out to the ring for a second time tonight, a big smile on his face. Perhaps uncharacteristically, having spent the evening squabbling with Linda McMahon and Vince McMahon. The Coalition member appeared to have been inspired by Stephanie McMahon as to who his tag team partner could be to oppose Vince McMahon at No Way Out, and took to the microphone to acknowledge the night was not over yet. When it came to the situation with Dad, Shane was not phased by whomever he nominated as his own tag team partner in ten days. But a great idea had come to mind, and he was prepared to announce his partner - wishing his mother to come out and hear his declaration. Linda McMahon complied, the WWF CEO joining her son in the ring and waiting with intrigue. Pleased at her son's eagerness, she divulged how badly she wanted this horrible family feud to be over once and for all. Shane had a brighter idea, that this wouldn't just put it behind them: it would be a new beginning altogether! Shane declared this to be a gamechanger, because in ten days at No Way Out, he would team up with none other than...Chris Benoit! 'The Rabid Wolverine' came out moments later, baffled by the announcement made by Shane. Climbing into the ring, Benoit joked that he didn't know how many times he had to tell him this: Chris wanted nothing to do with the Coalition anymore!
While he respected Shane O'Mac, he didn't have time for his problems, nor did he appreciate him getting involved with his match with Stone Cold Steve Austin last Monday night. Benoit didn't have any interest in cranking Vince McMahon's wrinkly old neck with the Crossface, because he only cared about one thing, taking care of himself first and taking his career to new heights! Shane tried to convince 'the Wolverine' that this would do wonders for his career. Shane talked Benoit up as the best technical wrestler on the planet, and a future WWF Champion. Benoit then pointed the finger at him, asking him how he could become a future WWF Champion by continuing to do favors for Kurt Angle's best buddy, Shane O'Mac? Things remained tense, but Vince McMahon joined the foray strutting out to the ring once more. The WWF Owner smirked at the sight of Shane and his apparent tag team partner's problems, noting how Shane didn't run a tight ship after all by the looks of it! Though despite his grievances with his son, Vince wanted only what Linda wanted: and that's for this ugly, dysfunctional family rivalry to come to an end. They had been the dysfunctional family for too long, and he had given Shane everything he had. Sooner or later, the chickens needed to come home to roost. Vince acknowledged how Benoit had his own intentions in mind, but surprisingly encouraged him to team with Shane - not just to protect his ass from his old man come No Way Out - but because...
The Chairman proudly declared that Shane and Benoit would face none other than Vince McMahon...and Stone Cold Steve Austin! The glass shattered, and Nassau Coliseum came unglued! Stone Cold Steve Austin walked out to the ring, gritting his teeth at his rivals before him. 'The Texas Rattlesnake' immediately hit the ring and engaged with the shirtless 'Rabid Wolverine', no love lost from last Monday on RAW is WAR! Austin began stomping a mudhole in Benoit, until Benoit shot out! WWF CEO Linda McMahon left the ring quickly, overwhelmed by the unexpected fight. Austin sized Benoit up for a Stunner, only for Benoit to slip away from the ring. Austin turned around to frighten Shane McMahon, who also fled for the floor, coming merely days after he too was given the Stunner! As Shane appeared terrified, and Benoit appeared ready to kill, Stone Cold and Vince McMahon stood tall in the same ring. The arch enemies would be on the same side at No Way Out, and the Chairman proudly presented Stone Cold as his tag team partner to Long Island's uproar...when Austin dropped Vince McMahon with a Stunner for old time's sake! Austin left on his own accord, not giving a damn for the boss's wellfare!
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The WWF Champion Kurt Angle stood in position, preparing mentally for the WWF Championship match ahead. Despite the Triple Threat match looming near in ten days at No Way Out, he had to defend against the Rock in just a few short moments. All by himself, 'the Megastar' encountered Stephanie McMahon, who walked towards him. The Olympic Gold Medalist asked her how she was with the McMahon Family dispute. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' could not believe what was happening with Vince and Shane McMahon, but maybe it was what was best for the family's future. The Olympian wanted to speak intimately with her about their recent separation, when Steph suddenly planted a passionate kiss on her boyfriend. Angle was taken aback, while McMahon wished him luck and departed. Ventilating heavily, Angle let out a warcry "WOO" before taking off for the ring!
Meanwhile, one of two contenders to the WWF Championship would not have to wait for the Triple Threat match in ten days at No Way Out. The Rock left his locker room and stampeded the halls en route to the ring. With Triple H surely watching with intrigue, who would walk into No Way Out as WWF Champion? 'The People's Champ' would meet Kurt Angle - next!
Kurt Angle was constantly one step ahead of the Rock, and Angle was quick to tease going for the Ankle Lock, just for the challenger to send him shoulder-first into the ring post! Rock bounced back with a belly-to-belly suplex, before looking for a spinebuster. Angle sunset flipped out of it before catching him with the crossface chickenwing! On his feet, Rock became immobile and faltered under pressure. Angle mounted his back, but 'the Great One' was able to squash him against the turnbuckles! A floatover DDT saw Rock nip back to his feet, and catch the champ with the Sharpshooter applied! Rock had Angle on the verge of submitting to win the WWF Championship for a sixth time, when Angle made it to the ropes. Knowing what he now had to do, Rock stalked Kurt for the Rock Bottom, only for Kurt to hurl the referee in his trajectory, before low blowing both behind the legs! With the referee down, the Angle Slam connected, but the champ was too exhausted to make the cover. Triple H suddenly came stomping out to the ring, having watched long enough. A sledgehammer in hand, the denim-clad 'Cerebral Assassin' dropped the deadly weapon and engaged in battle with the Rock! In revenge for Monday night, he dropped Rock with a high knee as Angle sneakily reached for the sledgehammer. 'The Game' stepped on it and teased nailing Angle with it...before driving the sledgehammer in Rock's face, in front of the referee!
'The Game' had gotten even for the Rock Bottom received last Monday night on RAW is WAR, but it had shocked Kurt Angle. The WWF Champion sat bewildered, as Triple H glared 'the Megastar' out. With No Way Out ten days away, it appeared the Olympic Gold Medalist would be the one to walk in as WWF Champion, but who would walk out? Triple H went to leave, while Angle paraded with the WWF Championship in hand, though 'the Game' would swiftly turn around and drop Angle with the Pedigree - dead center of the ring! With the Rock and Kurt Angle down, Triple H threw down his jacket and let out a hearty roar to the delight of Long Island. Was Triple H standing tall and alone a sign of things to come? |
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Post by DTP. on Feb 1, 2021 15:09:54 GMT -5
Jakked - February 17, 2001
Continental Airlines Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey
Broadcast on syndication
Taped on February 12, 2001The opening video package aired, bringing us to the arena, where Kevin Kelly and Jonathan Coachman welcomed us to WWF Jakked, one week away from WWF No Way Out, for another night of action and highlights from the week behind us!
1) The Radicalz (w/Terri) def. Kaientai (4:22)Kaientai had drawn the ire of the Radicalz a few weeks ago on SmackDown, making fun of Perry Saturn and Dean Malenko's three-way encounters with Terri in various hotel rooms across the United States. The Radicalz had not forgotten it, but Taka Michinoku and Funaki pushed the envelope further with a mocking speech before the match tonight to kick off Jakked. Saturn and Malenko found themselves surprised by the Japanese light-heavyweights, a stereo-dropkick sending Saturn to the floor and a double hip toss scoring a near fall on Malenko. Saturn dropped Funaki with a thrust kick giving the Radicalz control, and 'the She-Devil' got in a cheap slap to him between the ropes while the referee's back was turned. Funaki fought out of Malenko's camel clutch variation and hit a bulldog, when Michinoku came in hot. With a springboard dropkick and an inside cradle nearly scoring an upset on Saturn, all it took was a knee to the spine from Malenko making way for a fisherman suplex giving Saturn the win for the Radicalz.
3) Hardcore Holly (w/Molly Holly) def. The Inferno Kid (3:11)Rebounding from his loss to Rhyno over one week ago on SmackDown, one-third of the Fighting Holly Cousins was in action tonight against a perennial up-and-comer from the Jersey Shore, the Inferno Kid. With cousin Crash Holly's problems with T&A continuing with a loss to Test last weekend on Sunday Night Heat, Molly Holly stood in Hardcore's corner in loyal support, as the Inferno Kid initially was able to get the upper hand on the veteran. Outwrestling him and showing off his ego, Hardcore cut him short with a loud slap across the face. Hardcore hammered on him and dropped him with a dropkick, before missing a top rope legdrop. Inferno Kid picked up the pieces, stomping and choking away at Hardcore until he came back with a big powerslam. Hardcore was able to crotch Inferno on the top rope, and put him away with the Alabama Slam.
4) Eddie Guerrero def. Mike Bell (3:50)'Latino Heat' was riding the wave of success after getting a big victory over Chris Jericho this past week on SmackDown, though it came with the pre-match assault handed out by the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven. Eddie Guerrero engaged with Mike Bell in tonight's main event, laughing and insulting the plucky Poughkeepsie native's demeanor before the bell. Outwrestling him and knowing all about it, Eddie showboated only to receive a clothesline from Bell. Mike hit hard with ten punches in the corner, and a bridging fallaway slam gave him a near fall. Guerrero hit a low dropkick after momentarily playing possum, allowing him to begin wrenching on Bell's leg with a single-legged Boston crab. Eddie was coy in his beating, stomping Bell and piefacing him into the canvas. Bell finally fired back and surprised with a powerslam, but Eddie was able to sunset flip him for a near fall. Rolling out, Eddie stunned Bell with a brainbuster, and the Frog Splash was enough to give the former WWF Intercontinental Champion the three count. |
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Sunday Night Heat - February 18, 2001
Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York
Broadcast on MTV - Live from WWF New York
Taped on February 13, 2001 Before Sunday Night Heat opened, Michael Cole decided to take the time to give his new permanent co-host Tazz some pointers before going live from WWF New York. The thug was more interested in playing with his cell phone, frustrating an awe-stricken Michael. Tazz claimed to know exactly what he was doing, he was responsible for the Tazz Show's success! Cole brought up how it was a ratings flop for MTV. Tazz didn't care as he felt he was a pro, before cutting Michael's advice off to take a call on his cell phone. The thug rubbed the call in Cole's face to his dismay, when Trish Stratus came walking past, greeting Michael! Cole smiled and laughed at being noticed by the WWF Diva, looking back to see Tazz's jaw drop in awe! Telling his buddy he would call him back, the thug was shocked Trish noticed him. Cole believed Trish noticed he, and not Tazz. Flabbergasted, Tazz decided to follow Trish through the halls!
The opening video package aired, bringing us to a live shot outside of WWF New York. Deep in the heart of Times Square in New York City, New York, we went live inside of the entertainment complex to see Michael Cole and Tazz welcome us to Sunday Night Heat, merely seven days away from WWF No Way Out, live on pay-per-view! The desk had various merchandising on display, including the new Chyna autobiography 'If They Only Knew', as well as the recently released 'WWF The Music, Vol. 5'. Cole and Tazz bantered back and forth about the week the World Wrestling Federation had had, before addressing the show ahead, with them being joined tonight by Trish Stratus, for the first time ever Triple H, and K-Kwik - all in the house!
The curtains opened on the stage of WWF New York, revealing K-Kwik jumping out from the backstage area. Hyping up the capacity crowd inside of the entertainment complex, K-Dawg demanded the people 'Get Rowdy' before performing his hit single. Hyping the crowd up, the MTV generation had to love the rapper's rhymes. The fans gave him a rousing ovation for the performance, as K-Dawg touted his fellow guests tonight, asking the people if they were ready for Trish Stratus, as well as 'the Game' Triple H!
Michael Cole and Tazz bantered back at their desk, the thug not approving of K-Kwik's ghetto sound. Arguing that he could do much better than K-Dawg any given day of the week, Michael could not help but gawk at the thug's insinuation. Tazz argued that K-Kwik might have been raised in a rough neighborhood in Charlotte, North Carolina: but he was from the Red Hook-section of Brooklyn! Tazz believed he was hipper than the rapper, causing Cole to digress and run down the night of matches in store. Tonight we would see Crash Holly of the Fighting Holly Cousins meet Albert of T&A, and the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven would be in action! Tazz patted himself on the back for delivering on bringing 'the Creator' to Sunday Night Heat last week.
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A video package aired, reviewing the intense match between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Chris Benoit from last week on RAW is WAR. It was an instant classic, with the technically-manipulative methods of 'the Rabid Wolverine' meeting the bold, hard-hitting 'Texas Rattlesnake'. They went back and forth, but ultimately it was Shane McMahon who came out to ringside. This brought Vince McMahon out to ringside, and the two soon went at it in another violent display breaking out in the McMahon Family. Stone Cold Steve Austin would be victorious after Shane inadvertently cost 'the Wolverine', and Austin would take Shane O'Mac out afterwards with a Stunner of his own, for good measure. SmackDown saw the WWF CEO Linda McMahon make a shocking announcement, tired of the infighting in the family. Declaring that a tag team match would end the conflict between her husband and son, Linda gave both until the end of the night to choose their partners. To Chris Benoit's dismay, Shane elected him. Benoit did not want any part of Shane, hoping to cut himself out of the Coalition. Instead, the Chairman revealed his partner would be his arch rival of three years - Stone Cold! 'The Rattlesnake' engaged in battle with Benoit, but once he and Shane had ran tail from the ring, Steve Austin sent a message to the WWF Owner: he might team with him, but he would never respect him. Dropping Vince with a Stunner, the tag match was set for No Way Out!
A video package aired, taking us back to RAW is WAR last week. The Dudley Boyz defended the WWF Tag Team Championships against Lance Storm and Justin Credible, coming off of a non-title loss to the newest tag team in the World Wrestling Federation the week prior on SmackDown. It was tough competition for D-Von and Bubba Ray Dudley, until the Hardy Boyz and Lita came out to sabotage Credible's chances of introducing a kendo stick to the equation. The Dudleys retained the title with the Hardys' help, but when a face-off followed between the two longtime rivalling families, a third would enter the fray. Edge and Christian went to town with steel chair shots to the skulls of Jeff and Matt Hardy, as well as the Dudleys. A Conchairto left Bubba Ray laying, and it allowed Edge and Christian to take off with their title belts! On SmackDown, a chaotic eight-man tag team match took place with the Dudleys set out to reclaim what was theirs. Bringing two tables with them, D-Von would find himself Speared through one at ringside by Edge. Credible's kendo stick shot allowed Storm to defeat Jeff Hardy in the melee, when Edge and Christian would double-decker superplex Bubba off the top rope, driving him through a table for good measure. The Toronto brothers maintained possession of the WWF Tag Team Championship belts, despite not being the champions.
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We went to an exterior shot of Times Square in WWF New York, where Michael Cole and Tazz gave promotional consideration to tonight's sponsors. They turned to discuss the situation with the Triple Threat match for the WWF Championship coming up in seven days time at No Way Out, where Kurt Angle would put the title on the line against both the Rock and Triple H.
Backstage inside of WWF New York, Trish Stratus walked the hall to pass Triple H. 'The Game' paused the WWF Diva in her tracks and brought up her overly revealing state on RAW is WAR last Monday night. Seeing Trish laying in all of her glory, in her bra and panties after losing to Lita in a match made by his ex-wife Stephanie McMahon...it was breath-taking. Trish innocuously hit on 'the Cerebral Assassin', noting that exposing herself was one of her greatest qualities. It got Triple H thinking: what the hell did she see in Kurt Angle? Trish thought about it and said how sweet and charming he could be, which baffled 'the Game' further. Not only did Steph leave him for the Olympic pipsqueak, but now she wanted a taste? Trish smiled knowingly, she had her own reasons. One thing they could both agree on was that 'the Billion Dollar Princess' was a ho-bag.
. 1) X-Pac def. Al Snow (3:27)Since losing his gig as Michael Cole's co-host on Sunday Night Heat, Al Snow had been trying to rediscover his roots inside of the squared-circle. Returning from an elbow injury that required surgery, Tazz mocked the former co-host on commentary, making fun of him for losing his spot and still being winless in his in-ring comeback. X-Pac was arrogant and teased shaking hands with Al before the match, only to pat his forehead. Snow immediately knocked the taste out of his mouth and outwrestled him down to the canvas. Snow scored with a string of armdrags, when a belly-to-belly suplex saw 'the Man' land on his feet, taking Snow down with a headlock takeover. Rolling around on Snow's back, he slapped the back of his head for good measure. It got Al hot, trapping X-Pac with headbutts and a belly-to-belly throw, though X-Pac was able to roll out from a moonsault attempt. X-Pac kicked away at him in the corner before executing the Bronco Buster. A roundhouse kick gave X-Pac a near fall, but Snow remained resilient. X-Pac climbed to the top rope to be caught with a sit-out powerbomb for a two count, when a northern lights suplex executed! X-Pac was able to roll out and reverse into a backslide for a near fall, when the X-Factor connected out of nowhere, giving X-Pac the victory.
Tazz laughed to his heart's content on commentary, gloating at the fact that Al Snow was developing a losing streak! The thug believed Snow was cursed, losing everything he had going for him since returning to the ring, all the while X-Pac paraded around ringside with his hands raised in victory.
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Michael Cole and Tazz discussed Al Snow further, with Cole demanding the thug pay respect to Al for actually stepping into the ring after months away - unlike Tazz, who sat with this cushy role as his co-host. Tazz changed topics to discuss the WWF Champion Kurt Angle's unfortunate predicament come No Way Out, when Trish Stratus joined them at the table. The WWF Diva acknowledged both co-hosts this time, as Cole wanted to understand Trish's relationship with 'the Megastar' further. Trish firmly stated that she was just a fan, and it was maddening to know how much that drove Stephanie McMahon crazy. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' struck her as being unreasonably uptight, and that Trish had done nothing wrong. Neither had Kurt! Tazz wanted to discuss Trish being left in her bra and panties on Monday night, and hit on her by claiming she deserved much better. The two agreed that she should be WWF Women's Champion right now, had it not been for Stephanie or Steven Richards. Trish called the Right to Censor a preposterous group. Tazz asked Trish politely if she wanted to get a drink after the show at WWF New York, but Trish innocently turned him down: she had plans of her own!
A video package aired, recapping the announcement made by Vince McMahon last Monday on RAW is WAR: that we would see Kurt Angle defend the WWF Championship against both The Rock and Triple H in a Triple Threat match at No Way Out. 'The Megastar' was tense going into a tag team confrontation later that night, which saw the troubles between the two challengers come to a head. 'The Great One' would plant 'the Game' for losing to the Olympic Gold Medalist via roll-up, and later call out the WWF Champion to a title match three nights ago on SmackDown. Surprisingly, the Olympian refused to turn down the invitation, believing that after the past year, he had 'the Brahma Bull's number. With the title on the line, the winner would be the one to walk into No Way Out as WWF Champion. Rock and Angle took one another to the limit, when 'the Megastar' resorted to cheap tactics to incapacitate the referee. The Angle Slam saw both men down and out in exhaustion, when 'the Cerebral Assassin' finally showed his face. A sledgehammer in hand, Triple H went at it with the Rock before beating Angle to the sledgehammer laying on the canvas. Teasing he would hit the WWF Champion with it, he instead nailed Rock with the deadly weapon...before turning to leave Angle laying with the Pedigree! Would it be a sign of things to come at No Way Out?
Live at WWF New York, Triple H was busy signing autographs for the people of the entertainment complex. 'The Game' received chants of adulation from the crowd on hand, when a Kurt Angle fan spoke up. It caught 'the Cerebral Assassin's attention, as 'the Megastar's fan told him he sucked and claimed Kurt Angle would leave No Way Out the WWF Champion, and go on to WrestleMania. Chuckling to himself, Triple H told the fan exactly what he was going to do to Kurt Angle before suggesting that the Olympic Gold Medalist got off lucky on SmackDown. But tomorrow night on RAW is WAR, he had ideas of what to do with the Olympian. The Angle fan ran away in terror, causing the crowd to laugh along with 'the Game'.
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Michael Cole and Tazz stood at the table, discussing the chaotic 24/7 rule once again prove complications for the likes of the Big Show and Kane, especially when factoring in 'the Man-Beast' Rhyno. Cole questioned what Rhyno's stance was between the two behemoths, to which the thug claimed he had known Rhyno for years. He was a dangerous dude, wanting to make a name for himself and prove he could go in there against the likes of two seven-foot monsters like Kane and Big Show. What started with 'the Big Red Machine' coming for revenge on 'the Giant' for driving the Undertaker through an announce table with a Chokeslam two weeks ago, had quickly turned into a wild goose chase for the title belt. They announced that at No Way Out, the WWF Hardcore Championship would be at stake between the new champ Kane, and the former champ the Big Show!
. 2) Crash Holly (w/Hardcore and Molly Holly) def. Albert (w/Test) (3:05)Test and Albert were looking to squash the bug that was Crash Holly, just as Test did last week in singles action on Sunday Night Heat. Molly Holly almost found herself in harm's way, when Hardcore Holly involved himself in the mix, and another singles match took place tonight. Hardcore and Molly supported younger cousin Crash against the 350-pound 'Freight Train', the former WWF Tag Team Champions here to make a statement. Albert mocked Crash for the size difference, but Crash would use his quickness and agility to run circles around Albert. Bouncing off of his gut with a series of dropkicks, Albert was able to tame him quickly with a clobbering clothesline, before choking him against the ropes. The referee stepped in to admonish Albert, when Test came in with cheap shots delivered through the ropes! Albert continued with a bicycle kick missing, and Crash scored a near fall off of a roll-up. A missile dropkick stunned Albert, before looking at a tornado DDT that saw him face-planting on the canvas! The bicycle kick delivered gave Albert a near fall, when Molly climbed up to the apron. Test tried pulling her off while Albert had Crash up in a powerbomb, when Hardcore slipped in with a big dropkick! Crash fell atop Albert and hooked the legs to secure a huge upset!
Crash Holly darted out of the ring as quickly as he could, having scored a huge upset against the 350-pounder tonight on Sunday Night Heat! Hardcore and Molly Holly joined their cousin at ringside, the Fighting Holly Cousins proudly displaying the win in the face of a livid Albert and Test in the ring. T&A had been upset once again, and they definitely wanted revenge!
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Michael Cole and Tazz talked about the Fighting Holly Cousins' surprising win, Cole amazed at Crash Holly's versatility to win despite the size advantage against Albert. Tazz mocked Crash for being a cheater, citing Hardcore Holly's helping hand being the only reason why they got one over on T&A tonight. K-Kwik surprised the co-hosts at their desk, clearly mad after having heard Tazz dissing him after his performance earlier tonight. Tazz stood against K-Dawg and claimed he was the better fighter, the better rapper, and the better man. The rapper spit bars and said Tazz was lucky he was a co-host, otherwise he would kick his ass on his own show! Tazz got angry and fired back calling K-Dawg a one-note wonder, even daring to bring up K-Kwik's sham of a wrestling career. Both pointed the finger at the other, while Cole tried to dissuade a fight from breaking out in WWF New York!
We returned to the arena, where 'the One' Billy Gunn made his way out to the ring not dressed for competition. After defeating the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan this past Thursday night on SmackDown, the boyfriend of 'the Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna took to the microphone to provide an update on the condition of his girlfriend. Billy talked about a turbulent month potentially sabotaging what was intended to be a big year for himself and the Playboy covergirl. Billy saw himself rising through the ranks, challenging and defending championships on live pay-per-views, while Chyna was meant to be breaking into Hollywood, inspiring millions of women and proving just how iconic she could be! That all changed, and it was all the Right to Censor's fault! Chyna received a broken neck one month ago, courtesy of the RTC-led spike piledriver, and it made him sick. Billy stressed that nobody knew whether Chyna could compete again, and was in disbelief at the thought that Chyna's life might have been completely ruined thanks to Steven Richards and his posse! Full of passion, Billy vented about the changes that RTC had made over the World Wrestling Federation since their formation last summer, and how more damage had been done than influence. Chyna was a fighter and he genuinely believed that his girlfriend would fight again some day, and the Right to Censor had much to be afraid of. Not just of Chyna, but 'the One' Billy Gunn himself!
Steven Richards soon came lurking out to the stage, laughing in response to Billy's upsetting comments. The leader of the RTC suggested that Billy had got it all wrong: they weren't damaging anything! The only damage they had done was made sure that the corrupted minds of youths everywhere would no longer have to be exposed to the pulsating, walking Playboy parasite any longer! Steven stated they were creating positive change in the World Wrestling Federation, and Chyna's days of emasculating men were over. Steven told Billy there was more to life than fighting his paralyzed girlfriend's battles, believing he had a greater calling. For a guy that called himself Mr. Ass in the past, he wasn't parading anymore. Steven made Billy admit that he had matured past the days of being a degenerate in D-Generation X. Steven suggested Billy join the good fight, he always had a place in the RTC. Nobody wanted to see Billy hurt anymore, especially not Brother Steven! Billy didn't need to mull it over, instead grabbing the leader by the tie! Billy declared he was no longer Mr. Ass, but he believed Steven had a place in Billy's Ass-kicking club! Gunn swung, but in the nick of time came Bull Buchanan strangling Billy with the black tie! Billy tried to fight it, but Steven nailed him with the Steven Kick! For good measure, Bull soared with the top rope diving leg drop, leaving Gunn laying. The Right to Censor refused to stop, but Billy clung to the ropes for support, refusing to quit in his fight of the bad fight the RTC brought.
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At their desk in WWF New York, Michael Cole could not condone the actions of the Right to Censor, and cited how 'the One' Billy Gunn was hell-bent on getting revenge for the RTC crippling his girlfriend 'the Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna. Tazz made a sick joke about Chyna being forced into an early retirement, and an early wheelchair, to which Cole scolded him. Michael thought Billy was doing the right thing, for WWF Superstars that didn't dare stand up to the RTC's torment in fear of assault, or brainwashing! The thug instead decided to talk about the honorable 'Role Model', how Ivory as WWF Women's Champion was the best thing possible for the World Wrestling Federation no matter whom the WWF Divas Ambassador Debra decided to stick in front of her. Cole disputed this, noting how Billy had beaten the Goodfather and Mark Henry, but now had Bull Buchanan and Steven Richards playing on his mind.
Backstage in the arena, one-half of the APA walked with purpose. Bradshaw, having received blessing from his injured drinking buddy Faarooq last week on RAW is WAR, had a big opportunity ahead of him. His second WWF Intercontinental Championship opportunity in weeks, the tough Texan was set to meet Raven in action - next!
We returned to Sunday Night Heat to see another live shot of Times Square on a wintery night in New York City. Michael Cole and Tazz gave credit to tonight's sponsors, before referencing that No Way Out was only seven days away, live on pay-per-view next Sunday night! The co-hosts discussed the matches announced, including the Triple Threat match for the WWF Championship between Kurt Angle, the Rock and Triple H; as well as what was expected to be the most dysfunctional tag team match of the year when Chris Benoit teams with Shane McMahon to battle Stone Cold Steve Austin and his arch nemesis for years, Vince McMahon! The WWF Intercontinental Championship would be on the line when Raven readied for battle against Chris Jericho, plus Kane would defend the WWF Hardcore Championship against the Big Show to settle the score once and for all! And in breaking news, we would see the Dudley Boyz defend the WWF Tag Team Championships against Edge and Christian! The last pay-per-view stop on the Road to WrestleMania was sure to be explosive!
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In the building, the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven stood in the middle of the ring with his arm around Tori. Looking as hungover as ever with a thousand yard stare, 'the Creator' took the time to discuss his opposition tonight. Raven had already beaten Bradshaw just a few weeks ago. Who in the hell thought it would be a great idea for a waster from Texas to receive a second opportunity to be blessed with the greatness of combating an intellectual such as himself! After all, it was 2001, and the big, bad and tough cowboy type was long gone and dead. Without alcohol and without his buddy Faarooq, Bradshaw was a lost cause, the last of a dying breed! Despite this, Raven threw his title belt to the canvas, laughing and saying none of this really mattered. Whether it was Bradshaw or Chris Jericho at No Way Out - Raven might well lose against either of them. But in his asylum, 'the Creator' always won! Raven and Tori swapped spit to loud boos, when Bradshaw finally interrupted the public display of affection.3) Raven (w/Tori) (c) def. Bradshaw to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship (4:02)After delivering quite a message to Y2J on SmackDown, Raven was destined for battle with Chris Jericho next week at No Way Out. The WWF Intercontinental Championship was scheduled to be defended, though it was clear that 'the Creator' had no care for the gold. Finding his footing on a solo quest coming off of partner Faarooq's knee injury, Bradshaw represented the APA, out to prove a point by defaming the deluded Raven tonight to win his first singles title. Bradshaw ran Raven from the ring early with a fierce foray of haymakers, but a distraction from Tori allowed Raven to snap the Texan with a neckbreaker from behind! Raven took control, while Raven's new squeeze Tori continued to involve herself, when a friend of Bradshaw's came to his aid - Jacqueline roping Tori from the apron and drilling her with a right hand! Raven continued to pummel Bradshaw with a rushing knee strike sandwiching Bradshaw in the corner, and a Russian legsweep into the steel steps proceeded. Raven restrained the challenger in a hanging necklock, when Bradshaw was able to break free with a neckbreaker of his own! Catching the champ with a spinebuster off the ropes, a powerslam paved the way for a powerbomb when Tori put her boyfriend's foot on the rope! Jackie engaged in a brawl with Tori once more, while Bradshaw missed the Clothesline From Hell, and the ever-sudden Evenflow DDT connected out of nowhere, to pick up the win!
Jacqueline got up off of Tori on the ringside floor, noticing that Raven had picked up the victory against her friend Bradshaw, to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship. Jackie slid into the ring, but 'the Creator' rolled out with a sadistic smirk on his face! Spreading his arms wide open, Raven was handed the title by his main squeeze Tori, dishevelled from the unexpected encounter with Jackie. While Bradshaw made a recovery in the ring, he watched with disgust as Raven locked lips with Tori on the rampway, before he recklessly dropped the title belt on the rampway! Raven had little regard for the title that Chris Jericho desired!
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In a better mood than he was on SmackDown this past week, Triple H walked the backstage area of WWF New York dripping from a water bottle. Passing K-Kwik and patting him the rapper on the shoulder, K-Dawg and 'the Game' exchanged a cool hug and a handshake. K-Dawg wished him luck at No Way Out, and Triple H appreciated it. Triple H carried on walking - ready to appear before the entertainment complex up next!
An advertisement aired, showing people from across different countries, ethnic backgrounds and cultures preparing to watch the Grandest Stage of Them All. In slow-motion, their faces lit up with delight, intrigue and smiles as their monitors each showed moments that transcended sports entertainment forever. WrestleMania: 'A Celebration of Life', now only 42 days away.
Michael Cole and Tazz stood atop the stage as they discussed WrestleMania X-Seven perhaps being the biggest event in World Wrestling Federation history. Tazz argued that it would be like nothing the entirety of sports entertainment had ever witnessed before, while Michael made note of how there was one main event that remained undetermined: and that was who 'the Texas Rattlesnake' would challenge for the WWF Championship! Stone Cold Steve Austin was on a crash course for the headlining event in 'the Showcase of the Immortals', bringing Tazz to conspire that Steve Austin and Vince McMahon had been arch enemies for the past four years. Now they were teaming up to battle Chris Benoit and the Chairman's son Shane McMahon next week at No Way Out - it gave the thug all the more reason to believe that Austin and Vince were in cohoots! Cole called the theory ridiculous.
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Triple H made his way out to the stage to a massive ovation from the entertainment complex. Seven days away from the huge Triple Threat main event at No Way Out for the WWF Championship, 'the Game' received a hot welcome coming days after leaving both The Rock and Kurt Angle laying on SmackDown. Triple H asked the Big Apple how it was hanging, to a big response. Discussing that WrestleMania might be coming up fast, there remained one more massive leap separating him from headlining 'the Grandest Stage of Them All'. Talking about No Way Out, he knew exactly the kind of animals that 'the People's Champ' and 'the Megastar' were. Triple H knew what drove both, and that was to prove that they were the best that the World Wrestling Federation had to offer. Both men wanted nothing more than to headline 'the Showcase of the Immortals' in Houston, Texas, and meet Stone Cold Steve Austin with the richest prize in the business on the line! Asserting that it wouldn't be Angle or Rock leaving next Sunday as the WWF Champion, Triple H believed it was time for his redemption to come full circle. One year ago he was taken to the limit, and survived Hell in a Cell and Mick Foley hand-in-hand. Surveying the crowd to see who wanted to see him walk into WrestleMania as WWF Champion, 'the Cerebral Assassin' believed that it would be his time once more, and that he would be coming for 'the Texas Rattlesnake' with a grudge two years in the making! Asking the people if they were ready for a new champ, the fans roared much like he, as Hunter declared that it was time to play the Game! The fans gave 'the Game' a rousing ovation for a pep rally, as he tore off his shirt and posed to the people's delight.
Elsewhere, Michael Cole and Tazz talked RAW is WAR live tomorrow night on TNN, set to feature Shane McMahon personally choosing to go one-on-one with 'the Texas Rattlesnake' himself, Stone Cold Steve Austin! The two co-hosts hyped No Way Out coming up in seven days, as the Road to WrestleMania would continue! |
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Post by DTP. on Feb 3, 2021 8:18:26 GMT -5
WWF Live! - February 17-18, 2001 February 17, 2001 - UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, Iowa:
- The Radicalz def. Too Cool
- Ivory (c) def. Molly Holly to retain the WWF Women's Championship.
- Bradshaw def. X-Pac
- William Regal (c) def. Al Snow to retain the WWF European Championship.
- Raven (c) def. Chris Jericho to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- The Hardy Boyz def. Lance Storm and Justin Credible
- Big Show (c) def. Kane to retain the WWF Hardcore Championship.
- The Dudley Boyz (c) def. Edge and Christian to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship by disqualification.
- Stone Cold Steve Austin def. Chris Benoit
- The Radicalz def. Kaientai
- Jacqueline def. Victoria
- William Regal (c) def. Al Snow to retain the WWF European Championship.
- Stone Cold Steve Austin def. Chris Benoit
- The Haas Brothers def. Scott Vick and Steve Bradley
- Bradshaw def. X-Pac
- Eddie Guerrero def. Val Venis
- The Dudley Boyz (c) def. Edge and Christian to retain the WWF Tag Team Championship.
February 18, 2001 - Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau, Missouri:
- The Hardy Boyz def. Lance Storm and Justin Credible
- Rhyno def. Essa Rios
- The Goodfather and Bull Buchanan def. Too Cool
- Ivory (c) def. Molly Holly to retain the WWF Women's Championship.
- The Fighting Holly Cousins def. T&A
- Raven (c) def. Chris Jericho to retain the WWF Intercontinental Championship.
- Billy Gunn def. Mark Henry in a Street Fight.
- The Big Show (c) def. Kane to retain the WWF Hardcore Championship.
- The Undertaker def. Kurt Angle (c) by disqualification; Kurt Angle retains the WWF Championship.
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Post by DTP. on Feb 8, 2021 20:42:22 GMT -5
RAW is WAR - February 19, 2001
Savvis Center in St. Louis, Missouri
Live on TNN
A video package aired, taking us back to SmackDown last Thursday night. A night full of surprises, Kurt Angle surprisingly accepted the challenge of the Rock. With ten days remaining until the Triple Threat match at No Way Out, 'the Brahma Bull' looked to capture the WWF Championship from 'the Megastar' before then. Taking each another to the limit, 'the Great One' had the title in his grasp when Triple H nailed Rock between the eyes with the sledgehammer! 'The Game' was not to be trifled with and left Kurt laying as well with the Pedigree, the Triple Threat match heating up by the night. WWF CEO Linda McMahon made a shockingly rare appearance, tired of her husband and son's ongoing dispute. Hoping to end the McMahon Family War, Linda gave both Vince and Shane McMahon until the end of the night to name their partners for a tag team match set to take place at No Way Out. To his chagrin, Shane O'Mac named reluctant former Coalition member Chris Benoit as his partner. 'The Rabid Wolverine' initially wanted no part of Shane's petty rivalry with his Dad, when Vince McMahon encouraged it. Dropping a bombshell, the Chairman declared his partner would be none other than arch nemesis Stone Cold Steve Austin! 'The Texas Rattlesnake's thoughts on the matter remained unknown, as Austin ran Shane and Benoit from the ring before reminding the WWF Owner of their history: dropping Vince with the Stunner. No Way Out was shaping up to be unpredictable!
The opening video package aired, cutting to the sold-out Savvis Center for RAW is WAR! Pyrotechnics plummeted from the rafters across the stage, with a wild St. Louis crowd on hand in the arena. Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler declared that we were six days away from No Way Out, with a major match in store tonight as Shane McMahon had thrown out the challenge to meet Stone Cold Steve Austin!
With the Triple Threat match for his title coming up this Sunday night at No Way Out, WWF Champion Kurt Angle surprisingly walked hand-in-hand down the rampway with Stephanie McMahon by his side. 'The Megastar' and his girlfriend were back on good terms after their romance appeared to be on the rocks, in part thanks to the persuasive talents of Trish Stratus. The crowd booed as 'the Billion Dollar Princess' caressed Angle's throbbing head after the Pedigree received four nights prior, and kissed him on the lips. Taking to the microphone, Stephanie addressed their rough few weeks and concluded how glad she was to have a boyfriend as great as Kurt Angle. Not only was he the fiercest, fast-rising WWF Superstar in history, but he was a great lover. Nobody was more noble and gentle as her boyfriend, nor were they as competitively driven. Cutting to the chase, Steph declared that unlike a certain Hunter, Kurt was not one to throw sledgehammer and sabotage title matches. While some champions ran and hid from challenges, Angle battled them head-on. Turning to look her boyfriend in the eyes, she declared her love for him and he feigned affection in return. The Olympic Gold Medalist had much to say about SmackDown, declaring how we were six days out from a great challenge ahead. Taking place in Las Vegas, he denounced it for his suspect laws and unethical standings when it came to gambling. But still, Vegas was a whole lot better than St. Louis!
Talking about his WWF Championship defence against the Rock last week, 'the Megastar' considered 'the Great One' to be an amazing foe to go up against, and if Kurt had it his way: he would be meeting the real number one contender one-on-one in six days at No Way Out! Unfortunately, thanks to the antics of Triple H, it did not go down how he had hoped. Angle wasn't mad about 'the Game's interference, just disappointed. He blamed Triple H for ruining what was sure to be another instant classic! To Kurt, when 'the Cerebral Assassin' showed his face, all he saw was a yellow-belly coward! Moving forward, Angle talked about the showdown in Sin City this Sunday night, how oddsmakers would undoubtedly bet against him. Against two challengers, both celebrated as being the best at what they do, Kurt asserted that the big gamble should be in his favor! Urging Vegas to bet all of their money on him, he believed that he would continue to be WWF Champion against all odds, through this time next week, this time next month, and without a doubt following on through WrestleMania! Triple H had heard enough and came out to the startled Stephanie McMahon's chagrin. 'The Game' held the sledgehammer in his hand out to the stage, eyeing up the WWF Champion and his ex-wife. Angle obnoxiously questioned whether 'the Game' planned to cave his head in, but Triple H answered that he didn't need the deadly weapon to take out the WWF Champion!
'The Game' assessed the situation, and how for so long the three of them had been at odds. The wars he had had with the Rock were chaotic, and they would never be on good terms again. He and Kurt Angle had a different history. 'The Cerebral Assassin' knew well how full of himself 'the Megastar' was, he had taken his wife, his title, and turned all of his friends against him. That was why it was satisfying, to drill the Rock with the sledgehammer last week, but to drop Angle with the Pedigree like he deserved! Triple H believed he should have done it a lot sooner than last Fall, but at least it finally got Stephanie McMahon out of his life! Declaring that he would become WWF Champion one more time, he noted Angle's odds and didn't like them one bit. Too long had Kurt reigned as the man on top, and now it was 'the Game' time once again! Stephanie told Hunter that despite losing everything, it was clear he still lived in a fantasy world. Hunter used her for her power and money, her influence over the company. As for Kurt Angle, she said that his track record didn't look great either: losing at Unforgiven as well as inside Hell in a Cell at No Mercy! Triple H nodded, but brought up the Rock's shortcomings, and how he got a title shot last week. 'The Game' asked where his was, and said if Kurt was the man he believed he was, he would put the title on the line tonight! Stephanie tried to get in her boyfriend's ear to stop him, but Angle was undeterred: Triple H was on! Triple H smirked and thanked Kurt for the challenge, leaving. Stephanie looked concerned while Angle appeared ready.
A replay aired, taking us back to another shocking challenge accepted by the WWF Champion. Six days from the Triple Threat match at No Way Out, tonight Kurt Angle would defend the gold against Triple H! Kurt Angle was seen heading backstage to his locker room, when Stephanie McMahon was able to catch up with her boyfriend. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' wanted to talk about what just happened, and questioned whether Kurt needed to do this, less than a week from 'the Game's title shot at No Way Out! The Olympic Gold Medalist smirked self-assuringly, telling Steph that he was in the zone, and was riding the wave of success! He had the Rock beaten on SmackDown, he had beaten 'the Game' before, and undoubtedly he would walk out of the Triple Threat match WWF Champion as well! Angle kissed Steph and told her they would catch up later, leaving her baffled.
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K-Kwik came jiving out to the ring to a positive reaction from the St. Louis crowd. Having fully recovered from a beating received by the Right to Censor last Thursday night on SmackDown, K-Dawg climbed into the ring and dropped into the splits before bombastically hyping up the crowd. The rapper had a bone to pick with Mark Henry, questioning what made him 'the Secret Weapon'. All K-Dawg saw when he saw Mark Henry was a giant penguin, in his white shirt and black tie. In actuality, K-Kwik likened the muscle of the RTC to a beached whale, before daring the 400-pounder to come fight him one-on-one tonight. No Right to Censor, no Billy Gunn - just the two of them, in a St. Louis Street Fight! Mark Henry, the Goodfather and Bull Buchanan soon wandered out to the stage, where Henry surprisingly assured Goodfather and Buchanan he had this matter settled. The RTC returned backstage, as Mark snarled when stomping down to the ring.1) K-Kwik def. Mark Henry in a St. Louis Street Fight (3:28)K-Kwik had been through the thick of it with the Right to Censor ever since they formed last summer. After receiving bruised ribs as a result of yet another ambush from the RTC last Thursday night on SmackDown, K-Dawg challenged 'the Secret Weapon' to a Street Fight tonight in St. Louis, Missouri. Mark was surprisingly here on his own, struggling to keep up with the rapper who maintained a wise hit and run strategy early. Striking with a punching combination, K-Dawg dropped to the splits, only to be clotheslined down hard by Henry! Mark clobbered him in the corner, where Kwik freed himself and dove off the second rope to be caught with a powerslam! On the floor, Henry followed him to receive a trash can shot from K-Kwik, who managed to dropkick the big man into the steel steps! K-Dawg struck with a stop sign, and Henry plummeted over them. Mark sent K-Kwik into the apron for another beating, but K-Kwik slipped inside for a baseball slide, soaring off the apron with a crossbody! Able to get him back inside, K-Kwik went for the scissors kick when Steven Richards rushed out and grabbed his foot on the ropes! K-Dawg kicked him away, when Billy Gunn ran out to chase Steven around ringside! Richards and Billy disappeared up the rampway, as Mark caught him with a powerslam attempt, just for K-Dawg to toss the trash can his way: an axe kick bestowing a surprising win!
Mark Henry was surprisingly beaten by K-Kwik in this St. Louis Street Fight, despite the attempted assist from Steven Richards of the Right to Censor! 'The One' Billy Gunn had unfinished business with Steven after the beating received on Sunday Night Heat, and had chased the leader of the RTC out of sight. Meanwhile, K-Dawg's problems with the RTC had led to the defeat of 'the Secret Weapon' at his hand, the rapper celebrating to a big reaction.
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The new WWF Hardcore Champion Kane walked the halls with the title draped over his massive shoulder, when Michael Cole cautiously approached 'the Big Red Machine' looking for his thoughts on Rhyno after their match went unsettled after SmackDown last Thursday. Kane growled through the mask declaring that he was the champ and that was good enough for him. Cole noted Kane was set to meet Big Show at No Way Out, but before Kane could answer Too Cool struck him from behind! Scotty 2 Hotty and Grandmaster Sexay - wisely or not - wanted revenge for the locker room beating delivered, but Kane easily swatted them away! Sending Scotty face-first into a brick wall, Sexay jumped on Kane's back to thrown off. Pummelled atop a production cart, Kane began wheeling the cart at full speed: Sexay colliding with Scotty down the hallway for a bowling strike! Nonchalantly, the new champion plodded away.
Stone Cold Steve Austin was seen arriving at the Savvis Center to a massive reaction from the crowd inside the arena. Days following the announcement that he would team with his arch rival Vince McMahon against Shane McMahon and Chris Benoit, Kevin Kelly hoped to get 'the Texas Rattlesnake's thoughts on the ensuing challenge. Stone Cold looked at him in confusion before glaring him out. A disturbed Kevin decided to back away instead, while Austin's dead eyes remained fixated on him. Continuing for the arena, we were sure to understand where Austin fit into the equation tonight.
Steven Richards frantically backed up another hallway, with 'the One' Billy Gunn in hot pursuit. Steven had been caught at a dead end backstage, and a fired up Billy had nothing but blame to place on the leader of the Right to Censor. Grabbing Steven by the tie, he angrily faulted Steven for being responsible for Chyna's injury, and all of the damages the RTC had made and done to the World Wrestling Federation. Gunn had Steven petrified, when the Goodfather came to his colleague's aid only to have Billy fight him off! Suddenly Bull Buchanan crept up behind Billy, strangling him with his black tie! Billy choked for life, dropping to his knees gasping for breath. All the while Steven encouraged Bull to tighten his grip, before warning Billy that this could not carry on. As Bull relinquished the grip, Goodfather held Billy's head up to meet Steven's face: if Billy wanted to come for the RTC, he hoped sincerely he knew that he would wind up in the exact same hospital as his hussy girlfriend Chyna! Billy had been left laying again by the Right to Censor.
. 2) Lance Storm and Justin Credible def. The Hardy Boyz (w/Lita) (4:48)Since arriving on the scene in the World Wrestling Federation, Justin Credible had proven to be a perfect ally for Lance Storm. The team had come from bingo halls to big arenas in the WWF. Storm and Credible had a score to settle with the Hardy Boyz, having knocked them off in eight-man tag team action on SmackDown. Jeff and Matt Hardy were eager to get at them before the bell, but a distraction from the referee allowed Storm and Credible to jump them first. Fighting back, the Poetry in Motion hit on Storm. Jeff slid out and vaulted the barricade with a crossbody press on Credible, Lita cheering her boys on. A distraction from Lance allowed Justin to low blow Jeff without repercussion, and a backbreaker ensured control over the WWF Light Heavyweight Champion. Matt wanted the tag whilst Storm and Credible worked him over. Justin faked a tag allowing Storm to come in, and the two continued double-teaming Jeff until he reversed into a double DDT! A spinout enzuigiri led to Matt becoming legal, cleaning house with a bulldog and a Side Effect for Storm and Credible. Matt wanted the Twist of Fate when Credible sent him into Jeff for the blind tag. The Hardys prospered despite this, with Matt dropping Justin with the Twist of Fate, but as Jeff went for the Swanton Bomb Storm cracked him with the kendo stick! Justin capitalized with an Impaler DDT, taking another victory!
Lance Storm and Justin Credible had picked up another victory, with Justin scoring the pinfall against the WWF Light Heavyweight Champion Jeff Hardy. Matt Hardy climbed into the ring and tried getting at him, just for Lance Storm to brashly apply the Maple Leaf Crab instead! The Hardy Boyz were being eviscerated by the kendo stick-carrying Credible, but before he could strike Jeff between the eyes, Lita came flying off the top rope with the flying headscissors! Justin and Lance bailed wisely, but were full of poise and confidence regardless - the damage done.
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Chris Benoit was sat in a chair in the locker room area, when in walked a boisterous Shane McMahon. Full of life and ready to go against Stone Cold Steve Austin tonight, 'the Rabid Wolverine' rolled his eyes as Shane spoke enthusiastically about No Way Out being right around the corner: but tonight he had a chance to handicap his old man. By taking care of 'the Texas Rattlesnake', they had a chance to get a one-up on their competition: Vince McMahon. Benoit reiterated how he didn't care about Shane's Dad, he was only going along with this for Austin. Shane knew this and voiced his desire to have 'the Wolverine' accompany him out to meet Austin tonight. Instead, Benoit laughed at Shane. Shane began laughing along with him, when Benoit dead-panned and declared he wasn't McMahon's puppet anymore. The Coalition did a lot for him, but that was over now. Standing up, Benoit told Shane sternly that it was Benoit's way or the high way. He might team with him at No Way Out, but tonight, much like next week: Shane was on his own.
We came back to the sight of WWF Hardcore Champion Kane inexplicably attacking Joe E. Legend with a sweeping brush! It was apparent by the presence of a nearby referee that Joe E. had looked to utilize the 24/7 rule to recapture the title he held briefly last week on SmackDown, as 'the Big Red Machine' swiftly stuffed Joe E. in a dumpster, slamming the lid down on his head! Kane continued in his dominance, clearly waiting for the Big Show, as well as Rhyno, to show themselves ahead of No Way Out.
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Edge and Christian made their grand arrival to boos from the St. Louis crowd. Proudly posing with the Dudley Boyz's WWF Tag Team Championship belts, the cocky Canadians had their work cut out for them, six days remaining until an official title opportunity at No Way Out. Christian greeted the Missouri crowd, noting how long it had been since they'd last delivered a Five Second Pose they knew the reekazoids in the Savvis Center would appreciate. Edge teased St. Louis as not being worthy of it, but ultimately the two presented it: brandishing the stolen title belts as if they were their own! The Dudley Boyz came storming out to the stage, unimpressed with the latest hijinks of their longtime rivals, but Edge verbally calmed them down. D-Von and Bubba Ray Dudley might disapprove of them taking possession of the titles, but they should have known come Sunday, those titles would be returning to the best tag team of the 21st century one more time! Christian brought up their history in Tables matches, Ladder matches, and even Tables, Ladders and Chairs matches. With No Way Out days away, Christian proposed they make the singles match tonight more interesting. Edge boasted the Dudleys loving gimmicks - so why not make the title match a gimmick match too? Christian proposed the winner of this match tonight would get to name the stipulation for the title match this Sunday, and the Dudleys were all for it - immediately storming the ring!
3) WWF Tag Team Champion Bubba Ray Dudley (w/D-Von Dudley) def. Edge (w/Christian) (3:50)The Dudley Boyz's vendetta against Edge and Christian had been a major story in the tag team division dating back to the Triangle Ladder match at last year's WrestleMania. Having stolen the WWF Tag Team Championships last week on RAW is WAR, the title match was set for No Way Out this Sunday. Though with a gimmick match to be named by the winner tonight, the stakes would be high. Bubba immediately ran Edge from the ring early, prompting D-Von and Christian to engage in a fight, joined by Bubba! Dudley maintained control inside with a Samoan drop and a sidewalk slam, when mounting the second rope for a diving senton. Instead, Edge rolled away. The Edge-o-matic stunned Bubba, with the Canadian focusing his attack on the head, a reminder for the Conchairto received last week. Christian performed a guitar solo on the Dudleys' Tag title belt at ringside, while Edge missed a missile dropkick! Bubba scored with the Bubba Bomb for a two count, coming back full of life. Taking him down time and time again, Bubba looked for the Cutter only for Christian to step in the ring title in hand! D-Von dragged him out for another fight, but the distraction allowed Edge to connect with the spear for a near fall! D-Von slung Christian inside and with the referee distracted, the Dudleys planted Edge with the 3D allowing Bubba to win!
Quick to retaliate, Christian firmly grabbed possession of the WWF Tag Team Championship belts before aiding Edge out to safety. The Dudley Boyz had won the match, but the champs were without their titles once again. With No Way Out coming up on Sunday night, the win had allowed the Dudleys the right to name the stipulation for the title match in six days, all the while Edge and Christian took a seat in shame on the rampway. D-Von and Bubba Ray Dudley licked their lips at the possibilities!
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Stephanie McMahon walked backstage showing concern for her boyfriend Kurt Angle's WWF Championship defence tonight against Triple H, when bumping into father Vince McMahon. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' refused to make eye contact, while Vince awkwardly explained how her mother was trying to bring the McMahon Family back together. Her Dad noted how it wouldn't be an easy feat, that it would be hard and could genuinely see therapy being beneficial for all of their shortcomings and differences. Ultimately, the Chairman believed it would make their dysfunctional family a stronger family. Steph finally broke the silence, not wanting to hear it. The truth was, she wanted out of the family. She was happy with 'the Megastar', and that was all she needed. As far as Vince and Shane were concerned, Stephanie believed they could both go to hell! Steph walked away, while Vince was left calling after her.
We returned to the glass shattering, bringing out Stone Cold Steve Austin to a thunderous reaction from the St. Louis, Missouri crowd in attendance! 'The Texas Rattlesnake' walked with purpose, striding down to the ring dressed for competition. Coming after being called out for a singles match tonight against Shane McMahon, Austin first took to the microphone to discuss the announcement made for No Way Out. Reminding the people of how deep his heated disdain for the McMahons ran, Stone Cold declared that he was not changing for anybody, and sure as hell would never see eye to eye with Vincent Kennedy McMahon. Austin recited the scene last Thursday on SmackDown, where Linda McMahon hoped to fix whatever bullsh*t problems ran in the McMahon Family with an idea for a tag team match this Sunday night. While Stone Cold was sure as hell ready to lace up his boots and prepare to whoop Chris Benoit's ass one more time after their battle last week on RAW is WAR, Austin did not reciprocate the same feeling for having to do so on the same team as the devil himself! For years, he and Vince McMahon had been at each other's throats, the boss had screwed Stone Cold more times than he could count, and Austin had left his wrinkly old ass laying from beating after beating on hundreds of occasions. As far as where Austin's allegiances laid, he referred to DTA - Don't Trust Anybody, and Don't Trust Austin!
He made it clear that all he was concerned with was raising hell and taking names, that for over one year there had been one notable thing deprived of him - and that was the WWF Championship! As far as Shane McMahon was concerned, he had been a thorn in his side for long enough. Having stuck his nose where it didn't belong time and time again, Austin had learned that no McMahon was different whether Vince, Shane, Stephanie or even Linda. There was no McMahon, and sure as hell no Coalition could that could control him. Daring Shane to come out and taking his beating like the poor excuse for a man he was, Austin challenged Shane to prove to the people that he was not about to p*ss his pants like his old man! Vince McMahon intruded on Stone Cold's tirade instead, the WWF Owner smiling and raising his hands with mercy. The boss wasn't out there to upset Steve, nor was he about to imply they had any relationship in the slightest. While it was true the Chairman and 'the Rattlesnake' would team up for the first, and probably last time ever this Sunday at No Way Out - it was all strictly business! Strutting to the ring, Vince reasoned that he needed somebody with grit, somebody bold. He needed somebody that had whooped Shane McMahon's ass bad enough, that he himself knew what it felt like! Vince was glad to accept his many faults in the past, but this was different: it wasn't about ending their undying animosity, it was about ending his and Shane's.
The Chairman asked Stone Cold if he had ever heard the saying "an enemy of my enemy is my friend", reasoning that there was no mistake that Austin and McMahon would always be enemies...but this Sunday at No Way Out, between the underhanded, low-brow acts his son Shane McMahon would resort to as well as the barbarically torturous submissions Chris Benoit was willing to serve up, Vince needed Steve Austin. 'The Texas Rattlesnake' accepted that Vince needed him, who the hell wouldn't? While Austin was six days away from raising hell at No Way Out, in six weeks he was prepared to blow the roof off of the Reliant Astrodome and once again become WWF Champion! While Vince brought up one hell of a point, in Austin's book he was thinking about WrestleMania, and that the enemy of his enemy was also as dumb a son of a b*tch as the other! Austin dropped Vince McMahon with another Stunner, leaving his tag team partner laying for a second time in one week! The Chairman crumpled out to the floor but had a notable smile on his face in return, knowing the score. With six days until perhaps the most unpredictable and dysfunctional match in World Wrestling Federation history, out walked a reluctant Shane McMahon for his match with 'the Rattlesnake!'
'The Rabid Wolverine' had said he would not accompany Shane McMahon to ringside tonight, but was consumed with rage and immediately locked the Crossface on Stone Cold Steve Austin! Shane was relieved as ever to see Benoit cranking down on the deadly grip, while Austin screamed in agony - his surgically repaired neck in constant danger against the brutal technician! Shane grinned from the corner as Benoit seeked revenge on Austin for the loss last week, but Vince McMahon shockingly jumped Benoit from behind! The Chairman was not afraid, standing up to Benoit, only for the Canadian to grab Vince by the collar, punching him down to the canvas! Shane insultingly put the boots to Stone Cold, as Benoit gave the WWF Owner a snap suplex for good measure.
The 56-year old WWF Owner was locked in the Crossface by his son, while Benoit was able to kick Austin out of the ring. Shane took pride in torturing his old man ahead of No Way Out's tag team encounter, but 'the Rattlesnake' would grab a steel chair and immediately re-enter! Austin swung for Benoit who ducked out, and Shane was not far after him! Austin had the steel chair in hand, as Vince McMahon stumbled back up to his feet feigning shoulder injuries. There was part of the crowd that wanted to see Austin blast the boss with the chair, but no such luck. Instead, Shane and Benoit watched from a distance at the incredibly rare sight: Austin and McMahon were sharing the ring in rebellion!
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The title-less WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz were still running on adrenaline after the singles victory scored against Edge and Christian tonight. D-Von made note of how that meant they got to name the stipulation for the title match this Sunday at No Way Out. Bubba mused whether it would be a Tables match, or maybe even a Ladder match. But instead, D-Von laughed saying Edge and Christian deserved better treatment for stealing their gold. A lightbulb went off in Bubba's head, agreeing with D-Von. Why be predictable and plot to drive Edge and Christian through wood, or give them a taste of their own medicine with Conchairtos, or even knock them silly with ladders? Edge and Christian deserved worse...inside of a fifteen-foot high Steel-Cage! D-Von gasped aloud, telling Bubba that Sunday would assuredly see the end of Edge and Christian's title hunt, and that they would testify!
WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven stammered the hall with his arm around Tori. She appeared hungover, sunglasses covering her tired eyes. Before proceeding, 'the Creator' told his main squeeze to relish the moment tonight, because it would be Chris Jericho's first realization that Y2J and Raven were one in the same. They continued to the ring, set to team up with Eddie Guerrero against Y2J - next!
A replay aired, taking us back to the unexpected alliance of Stone Cold Steve Austin and Vince McMahon. The Chairman came to 'the Texas Rattlesnake's aid to run off Chris Benoit and Shane McMahon, whom they meet in a once in a lifetime tag team encounter this Sunday at No Way Out! During the break, Michael Cole was on hand to chat with Vince McMahon, who in a short-of-breath address of his rivals declared that whether Sunday would be the end of this family dispute or not, he liked his chances come No Way Out and felt that he could trust Stone Cold for the first time in his life.
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In the arena the WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven made his way down to the ring linked arm-to-arm with a hungover-apparent Tori. The couple slumped into the ring, where 'the Creator' cackled wildly. Tick tock, six days until the match at No Way Out. Six days until Chris Jericho choked on another opportunity. Raven confessed his hopes of seeing Y2J accept defeat at his hand, because he would not be the first to fall at his mercy, nor the last. Raven hoped Jericho would take the loss well - it was what everybody expected after all. Raven hoped Jericho could find comfort in sharing what Raven thought of all of the titles and accolades: that they all meant nothing! Tossing the WWF Intercontinental Championship down recklessly, Raven believed that titles didn't define the man and only served as a justification that you believe your own hype. Raven didn't care about gold, he didn't crave the validation and affection like Y2J. Unfortunately Jericho was a sucker that didn't realize it yet, but he would help him find his way because on Sunday, he would eat a loss like he had never lost before! Eddie Guerrero sauntered out to the ring ready for tag team action, full of arrogance after putting Chris Jericho away last week on SmackDown.
Raven laughed and cuddled up to a smiling Tori beside him, when Chris Jericho came marching out to the rampway. Y2J was impressed with 'the Creator's little monologue, how he was quite the charismatic enigma. Unfortunately, everybody already knew that he was full of bullsh*t. Everybody knew Raven didn't act like a WWF Superstar, nor did he dress like one - but at least he didn't dress like the walking garbage bag, Tori! Raven's squeeze was more upset than Raven was in the ring, while Jericho moved on to discuss how finding a partner for this tag team match tonight was easy. His tag partner tonight was someone he knew Raven knew very well. The toughest, rowdiest rootin-est, tootin-est cowboy from Sweetwater, Texas - Bradshaw! The APA co-founder stampede out to the arena, joined by Y2J to get it on!
5) WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven and Eddie Guerrero (w/Tori) def. Chris Jericho and Bradshaw (4:38)A barnburner was sure to be contested between Raven and Chris Jericho over the WWF Intercontinental Championship at No Way Out, coming after weeks of 'the Creator' and his new squeeze Tori playing mind games with Y2J. In the process, Jericho's beef with Raven had left him open to attacks and defeat at the hands of Eddie Guerrero. Raven put away Bradshaw last night on Sunday Night Heat, and was here for revenge. From entry, a four-man fistfight broke out, boiling down to Jericho and Raven. The challenger got the upper hand with a spinning wheel kick, when a Tori distraction allowed Raven to jump him, a Russian legsweep sending both into the corner! Raven throttled Jericho and Eddie became legal to join in. Y2J fought a double suplex with dropkicks, before applying the Walls of Jericho on his rival, Eddie jumping him from behind! 'Latino Heat' showed more aggression in punching down on Jericho, taunting Bradshaw from afar. It allowed Y2J to slap Eddie to the mat, and a springboard dropkick sent Raven down at ringside. The tag was made to Bradshaw, who stormed Raven with a fallaway slam! A shoulder block from the second rope followed, when Tori emerged to the apron again. Jacqueline ran down to engage in a catfight on the floor, while Jericho and Raven began fighting on the rampway! Bradshaw looked for a powerbomb, when Eddie was able to sunset flip the Texan: his feet on the ropes stealing their team the win!
Eddie Guerrero bailed from the ring as fast he could, with the angry Texan Bradshaw not far behind him. 'Latino Heat' had stolen the win for his team, while on the rampway officials were having a struggle separating Tori from Jacqueline, and Chris Jericho from Raven! The WWF Intercontinental Champion was accepting of officials restraining an angry Y2J from him down the rampway. Jericho was ready for No Way Out, and 'the Creator' had to be prepared!
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Jonathan Coachman was in the hallway speaking with the WWF Divas Ambassador Debra, hoping to gain a little inside scoop on what her big announcement for SmackDown was! Debra refused to bite as the Coach was eager to find out, but all she had to say was it was regarding the WWF Women's Championship. Speak of the devil, Ivory confronted her. Angry about how Debra had had it out for her since day one, she could understand exactly why Debra was "demoted" to being an authority. 'The Role Model' had said it many times before, but she was the WWF Women's Champion and it was the Right to Censor that ran the women's division. She proposed Debra should just quit and go home already, because Ivory had beaten everybody Debra had put in front of her. Smiling in return, the authority figure suggested Ivory not to cash words her mouth couldn't check. Walking away, it left the RTC member baffled. Ivory was appalled at Debra's lack of respect for the champ!
Chris Benoit walked the halls of the Savvis Center, when an enthused Shane McMahon chased after him. Patting him on the shoulders, he was amazed by what 'the Rabid Wolverine' did to Vince McMahon out there. He told Chris that was what they needed, for the Coalition to run roughshod over the Chairman and Stone Cold Steve Austin at No Way Out. Benoit refused to stop and talk, but finally turned to tell Shane he knew how good he was. He was the best technical wrestler in the World Wrestling Federation today, and he was a machine! Benoit told Shane he didn't need his praise, and he would not stop until 'the Texas Rattlesnake's road to WrestleMania was ended at his hands! Benoit told Shane he'd see him on Sunday before storming out through the doors.
Up approached Stephanie McMahon, awkwardly greeting her brother. The two had not been near one another for weeks, but Shane asked how Kurt Angle was preparing for his WWF Championship match tonight. Steph was brief, 'the Megastar' was in the zone. Shane broke the tension to ask what happened to them, they had it good for a while, and then she let Dad ruin their companionship. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' admitted the Coalition made her sad. They had a plan, and Vince showing up ruined that. She thought Shane was something of a monster, and that maybe No Way Out would make it better - but if she knew Shane, it would only make him more power hungry. Shane told Stephanie this was beyond power of the company now, this was about family - his pride, dignity and self-respect were on the line this Sunday. Vince had to realize sooner than later that he wasn't a kid anymore, but why couldn't Steph see that? Shane tried to convince her to see things from his perspective, echoing how she wasn't 'Daddy's Little Girl' anymore. Coldly, he left, leaving Stephanie in deep thought.
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The Radicalz were sat in the catering area drinking coffee with Terri, when 'the She-Devil' noticed the WWF Hardcore Champion Kane walking by. Perry Saturn and Dean Malenko exchanged glances before getting up and jumping Kane with the help of a metal cafe chair! 'The Big Red Machine' began fighting back against Saturn and Malenko, sending Dean into a set of pipes leant against the wall! Saturn began choking Kane with a television cable, when Kane before to swat him away. Kane brought Saturn out into the arena nearby, the two fighting out into the production pit beside the stage! Malenko jumped Kane again before he could give Saturn a Chokeslam, and Perry began climbing atop the stage. Kane swatted Malenko away when Saturn dove ten feet from the stage, into an uppercut from the seven-foot monster! A Chokeslam drove Malenko through the table, the 24/7 rule not about to intimidate Kane! But the monster wasn't finished yet, spotting Terri and plodding towards her. She shrieked with terror, when Rhyno suddenly appeared from behind her. Charging through the curtain with the Gore to Kane, 'the Man-Beast' curiously neglected to cover him. Waving someone out, the Big Show casually stomped out to the arena! 'The Giant' placed a simple boot on Kane's chest, and the referee counted making the Big Show the new WWF Hardcore Champion! The 500-pounder had a clear alliance with Rhyno, who raised his hand in victory over a befallen Kane!
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The main event was coming up next. Triple H came stepping out of his dressing room, head full of steam ahead of his opportunity to recapture the WWF Championship. 'The Game' was looking at getting even with the Olympic Gold Medalist for taking his wife and suffering some of the biggest losses in his career over the past six months. WWF Champion Kurt Angle walked the halls as well, psyched up and ready for the challenge that awaited him. With the Triple Threat match coming up in six days, who would walk into No Way Out as the WWF Champion?
6) Triple H def. Kurt Angle (c) by disqualification; Kurt Angle retains the WWF Championship (7:02)What all started back when the Olympic Gold Medalist was merely a newcomer in the World Wrestling Federation, had become a physical war that had plagued 'the Game's esteem and personal life as well as his professional career. It was at Unforgiven in September where Triple H's wife Stephanie McMahon betrayed him to help Kurt Angle retain the WWF Championship, and soon divorced 'the Cerebral Assassin' as a result. Triple H would lose a soul-crushing Hell in a Cell battle at No Mercy, but had spent the winter bettering himself and proving he didn't need shortcuts or anybody's helping hand. With the Triple Threat match this Sunday at No Way Out, 'the Cerebral Assassin' was dead set on achieving ultimate redemption for his previous fall from grace. 'The Game' and 'the Megastar' went face to face when the challenger struck first. The two went blow for blow, with Triple H sending Kurt through a loop with a high knee. Angle bailed to the floor and Triple H sent him into the steel steps, before returning back inside. A neckbreaker was reversed into a backslide from Kurt for two, when able to catch 'the Game' with a clothesline! From here, it was elementary for Angle to begin wrestling 'the Game'. On the mat, he maintained a front facelock that Triple H was able to power out, before he began pounding on him until being reprimanded by the official. It gave the champ the ability to jump again with a waistlock takedown!
The Olympian tried keeping 'the Cerebral Assassin' grounded but again he was able to fire out with elbows and punches. A spinebuster was attempted but Kurt squirmed out to plant him with a German suplex! A back suplex followed as Kurt began to stomp at the leg of Triple H. The challenger remained on the move as Kurt mounted a sleeper hold, Triple H butting him off in the corner, the spinebuster finally executed! Triple H was closing in on his fourth reign as WWF Champion looking for the Pedigree, but Kurt scored with another German suplex! The champ grew cocky, telling Hunter he was washed up. From the top rope a moonsault missed, 'The Game' clotheslining his way back on top! He dropped Kurt with a DDT as Stephanie McMahon walked out to the rampway. Triple H stared down his ex-wife, as Angle chop blocked him! He got aggressive and put the boots to his leg for good measure, while Stephanie watched from ringside. The Ankle Lock applied, 'the Game' able to kick him to the floor! Triple H followed, arguing with Stephanie. He caught her hand, before tossing her into the ring! 'The Billion Dollar Princess' begged for mercy, as Triple H went to Pedigree his ex-wife, only for Angle to strike again! The Angle Slam was attempted, but H landed out of it and dropped him with the Pedigree - when the Rock stomped out to the ring! Rock surveyed the scene, wisely brawling with Triple H to cost him the title!
'The Great One' was here for revenge after Triple H slayed him with the sledgehammer last Thursday on SmackDown, not wanting the WWF Championship to change hands before No Way Out! Rock continued to pummel Triple H in the corner when 'the Game' fought back. 'The Game' angrily pounded at Rock, who was able to catch his adversary with the Samoan drop! The spinebuster soon followed, and the People's Elbow connected for good measure! St. Louis were on their feet, while Kurt Angle had bailed out to the floor with Stephanie McMahon by his side. The WWF Champion gritted his teeth in anger, staring down 'the People's Champ' with rage. Defiantly, 'the Brahma Bull' ordered Angle to just bring it, and on Sunday night we would be sure to witness all hell break loose in the Triple Threat match for 'the Megastar's WWF Championship! |
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SmackDown! - February 22, 2001
Kemper Arena in Kansas City, Missouri
Broadcast on UPN
Taped on February 19, 2001
A video package aired, taking us back to the untimely altercation that took place last Monday night on RAW is WAR. With the once in a lifetime tag team encounter coming up on Sunday at No Way Out, Stone Cold Steve Austin came to the ring to let it be known exactly what he thought about teaming with the man he loathed more than anybody else: Vince McMahon. The WWF Owner came out to accept 'the Texas Rattlesnake's criticism, but despite the temporary alliance formed, Austin would leave the Chairman laying with a Stunner for old times' sake one more time. Shane McMahon hesitantly engaged in battle with Austin while his father watched from ringside, but in the heat of battle, despite the uncertainty that consumed Shane's alliance with Chris Benoit, 'the Rabid Wolverine' would strike. In the heat of battle, the Crossface on Austin was applied when Vince McMahon made the save for his arch nemesis! Benoit was able to manhandle Shane's father with another Crossface, when Austin was able to run him from the ring. Austin and McMahon stood side by side, but how would this relationship fare come No Way Out?
The opening video package aired, taking us to the Kemper Arena for SmackDown! Pyrotechnics erupted in the rafters above the ring, and all the way across the stage. A livened crowd were on hand in Kansas City, Missouri as Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler announced that we were only three days away from No Way Out, live on pay-per-view this Sunday night!1) WWF Intercontinental Champion Raven, Edge and Christian (w/Tori) def. Chris Jericho and WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz (5:37)It was to be a long night for the title thieves Edge and Christian. Their year-long rivalry with the Dudley Boyz was to culminate at No Way Out inside of a Steel-Cage, while Chris Jericho hoped to recapture the WWF Intercontinental Championship against Raven. A six-man brawl saw Tori watch in distress as Chris Jericho hammered her boyfriend. It made way for the Dudleys to hit the Wazzup on Raven, and Bubba Ray and Y2J urged D-Von to get the tables, when Edge and Christian jumped him at ringside. Y2J hit a suicide dive onto the trio, continuing with Raven back inside, when Edge and Christian dropped him with the 3D! The WWF Tag Team Champions the Dudley Boyz wanted their gold back, Raven watching gleefully at Jericho struggling with the Canadians. 'The Creator' toyed with Jericho, talking trash and urging him to join him in his misery! Y2J resisted, to be cut off by a spear from Edge! The heat continued, with E&C mocking the Dudleys. Jericho finally reversed the Unprettier sending Christian into Edge for an enzuigiri, and the tag was made to Bubba Ray! Both Dudleys came in, a double flapjack connecting to Edge. They tried to 3D Christian who bailed, when Raven entered the fray. Jericho came to get more of his rival, but the action came down to Raven and Bubba, who blocked the Evenflow DDT. The Bubba Bomb connected, when Bubba spied Tori on the apron and dragged her in by the hair! Ordering D-Von to get the tables, Tori low blowed Bubba off the distraction! Edge connected with the Edge-o-Matic, and the Evenflow DDT gave Raven the victory!
The WWF Intercontinental Champion was able to pick up the three count for his team, but Edge and Christian continued their attack on Bubba Ray Dudley after the bell! D-Von came in to make the save for his half-brother, only for Christian to drill him with the inverted DDT. Edge and Christian were looking forward to the Steel-Cage match, where they hoped to officially become two-time WWF Tag Team Champions, but Chris Jericho soared with a missile dropkick off the top rope! Y2J fended off Edge before locking the Walls of Jericho in on Christian, just for Raven to nail him from behind with the WWF Intercontinental Championship! 'The Creator' dropped to his knees over Y2J's fallen body, Tori coming to join her boyfriend beside him. With arms wide open, Raven looked deep into the WWF Intercontinental Championship before dropping it on Jericho without a care. Together, he and Tori left hand-in-hand. No Way Out was sure to be explosive!
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WWF European Champion William Regal spoke with Shane McMahon backstage, surveying the Englishman on how his trip home to England fared. As 'the Goodwill Ambassador' relished the thought of how unattractive people from his country were, Shane O'Mac appeared full of poise ahead of No Way Out. Not only did he get to humiliate Stone Cold Steve Austin worse than ever before, but he would be able to beat the hell out of his old man, humiliate him on live pay-per-view, and show him who the boss truly was! William grinned and complimented Shane for growing up to be a greater man than his father could ever be. The Brit believed who the real WWF Owner should be. William went to leave, to which Shane asked where to. Regal said he had much to say, and that he would speak in defence of his sister's boyfriend. Confused Shane was left alone, as it appeared Regal was coming out to the arena!
We returned to the sight of the WWF European Champion William Regal making his way out to the ring to loud boos from the patriotic Kemper Arena. 'The Goodwill Ambassador' was suited and booted full of self-pride, as he took to the microphone to demand the respect of Kansas City. Having come back from a short holiday to his home country of Great Britain, the Englishman was saddened to be back in the United States, particularly Kansas City. As the Champion of Europe, he believed it was in his best interests to divulge a message regarding the state of the World Wrestling Federation. Not only was the WWF Owner of little or no confidence, William believed he was not to be trusted. Vincent Kennedy McMahon had proven time and time again not to care about his family! He pitied Shane McMahon as he did Stephanie McMahon, as well as Linda McMahon for believing the tag team match on Sunday night would solve anything! To digress, William assured that was not the nature of his address. While the Coalition might be preoccupied with each of their own current affairs, Regal believed it was important to consider their impact as a unit, and how he knew that no matter how far and wide they were spread, they would be the future of sports entertainment for years to come. Led by a fearless, triumphant leader like Kurt Angle, 'the Goodwill Ambassador' called him the greatest WWF Champion in recent memory!
Lauding 'the Megastar' as being the person most befitting to lead the Coalition and the World Wrestling Federation, William compared him to his opponents in the Triple Threat match this Sunday: a barbarian like Triple H, and a class clown like the Rock. William posed the question in seriousness whether the people genuinely wanted either of them to dethrone Kurt Angle, and Kansas City were loud in reception. Regal called them all imbeciles for believing the Olympic Gold Medalist was not deserving of leaving No Way Out as WWF Champion, and believed that if anybody were to go on and meet Stone Cold Steve Austin in the main event of WrestleMania, it would be Angle himself! In his mind, there was nobody with the class, the temerity, and the intensity, integrity and intelligence to carry himself like the champ with honor he was, besides Kurt Angle. Missouri booed William heavily, when the Rock mercifully interrupted the WWF European Champion! Rock paced the stage with his sunglasses on, asking that William hold on just a second. Asking who in the blue hell William was, Rock noted they had never been formally introduced. The Brit naively tried to answer, but the Rock told him it didn't matter who he was! In actuality he knew all about "Little Willy", puckering up to everyone whose name was McMahon. If William could choose to be in a German brothel with any three people, without a shadow of a doubt it would be with the McMahon Family!
Regardless of McMahon Family shenanigans, despite William Regal's numbskullery, the Rock declared that in three nights the Rock would finally become WWF Champion for a sixth time in his career. It didn't matter whether Kurt Angle wanted to showboat like the egomaniac jabroni he was, it didn't matter whatever hardware tool Triple H craved bashing 'the People's Champ's skull in with next, come No Way Out it would not be about Triple H's redemption. Kurt Angle's time would be up - it would be the Rock going on to WrestleMania! 'The Goodwill Ambassador' gawked at the idea that Rock deserved anything. He was a juvenile delinquent with a foul attitude, and if he thought he had what it took to beat Kurt Angle after being beaten before, he was out of his bloody mind! Rock raised an eyebrow, surprised to hear from the civilized Brit's. For a Champion of Europe, it was clear to him how there was nothing Willy liked more than to pucker up and kiss ass. Rock challenged him to a match tonight. The fans erupted, and William refused to be embarrassed by a bumbling buffoon. William agreed - but out of sheer greed refused to defend the WWF European Championship. Rock was pleased, suggesting he and William have a gentleman's handshake. Regal was surprised but accepted. The two shook hands, when 'the Goodwill Ambassador' was roped into the Rock Bottom! Rock was ready for No Way Out, but would first meet a besmirched Englishman tonight!
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Chris Benoit was seen arriving at the arena with a luggage case in hand, when Jonathan Coachman dared to approach 'the Rabid Wolverine'. Asking about the tag team match this Sunday, Benoit interrupted the Coach and asked how many times he had to spell it out. He didn't give a damn about Shane McMahon, he was his own man and had his own crutches. While Shane O'Mac was out to prove how much of a man he was against his old man, Benoit had no association with him coming after No Way Out was in the books. The Coalition provided him the vehicle, but now he is his own pilot. His reason and interest in the match on Sunday night was strictly about taking Stone Cold Steve Austin down once and for all. Nothing would stop either, the main event at WrestleMania would be 'the Crippler' himself challenging for the WWF Championship. And if Vince McMahon dared get in his way again, he could find himself in a hospital bed with a cranked neck to boot.
Elsewhere, the WWF Champion Kurt Angle entered the building with Stephanie McMahon alongside him. The couple casually discussed the airport losing 'the Megastar's luggage, but 'the Billion Dollar Princess' asked her boyfriend about the situation with her family. Steph was between a rock and a hard place after what Shane McMahon said to her on Monday night. Angle tried advising his girlfriend, being in firm belief that Vince McMahon was a terrible person, and an awful boss. While he was sure Shane O'Mac would get the job done on Sunday night, he convinced her to sit out No Way Out and to wait and see what comes of the McMahon Family War once it was all said and done. Angle walked ahead, but Steph was not all convinced.
WWF European Champion William Regal stomped up and down the dressing room in frustration after being insulted by the Rock and left laying at the hands of a Rock Bottom. Knocking a lamp over, 'the Goodwill Ambassador' cursed 'the Great One's name ahead of battle tonight. In walked Kurt Angle who had just learned what had happened tonight. The WWF Champion told William a good man, that absolutely did not deserve what happened to him out there tonight. Sick and tired of hearing about the Rock, and sick and tired of hearing about Triple H, Angle loaned Regal his total support tonight. William thanked 'the Megastar', before he asked Kurt how he was feeling about No Way Out. Angle was sure of himself, he knew that Rock and Triple H both wanted his ass on a silver platter. But he was 'the Megastar', he was the WWF Champion. Full of confidence, Kurt said nothing would get between himself and the main event of WrestleMania.
. 2) Eddie Guerrero def. Bradshaw (w/Jacqueline) by count-out (2:24)Continuing to weather the storm that came with becoming a singles competitor in partner Faarooq's absence, Bradshaw found himself cheated by Eddie Guerrero in tag team action on RAW is WAR this past Monday night. The APA member was hell bent on redeeming himself against 'Latino Heat', and Eddie immediately begged Bradshaw off before the bell. The tough Texan was not interested and immediately chased Eddie from the ring after a fiery flurry of offence, but Jacqueline prevented him from escaping. Bradshaw gave him a big boot on the floor and continued with a fallaway slam catching Eddie off the ropes. Guerrero again wisely ducked out to ringside to kneel in mercy. Bradshaw went in, just to wind up given a drop toe hold sending him into the steel steps! Eddie continued to hammer at the Texan back inside, but was caught off the top rope with a powerslam in mid-air! Bradshaw tried a powerbomb reversed into a roll-up by Eddie for a near fall, when Bradshaw popped Eddie up to be struck by a high dropkick! Eddie continued, maintaining a beear hug on the canvas. Bradshaw was able to snapmare out of it, then ran roughshod through Guerrero! Bradshaw swung for the Clothesline From Hell, when Eddie ducked out of the ring again. Bradshaw rolled out and started another chase around ringside, but Eddie rolled back inside - Bradshaw counted out!
A cheeky grin appeared on 'Latino Heat's face knowing he had pulled the wool over Bradshaw's eyes to win via count-out, though the Texan immediately chased Eddie Guerrero out of the ring! Guerrero ran for the hills up the rampway, with Bradshaw accompanied by Jacqueline in a high-speed chase to the backstage area!
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The WWF Hardcore Champion Big Show was seen humorously trying to polish the tarnished and tattered title belt on his shoulder, when Kevin Kelly approached 'the Giant' to try and better understand his relationship with Rhyno. Show denied that the two had any sort of relationship at all, but it was clear from last Monday night that 'the Man-Beast' was a big fan of his. What he saw in Rhyno was a raw, unadulterated animal: it's everything the 500-pounder is and more. He ordered Kevin to take a better look at him: he's a freaking monster. He's the man that took the Undertaker out in one foul swoop. With or without Rhyno's help, he would beat Kane this Sunday at No Way Out and further establish how he was the biggest, baddest giant that walked the World Wrestling Federation! Show said nobody, not Undertaker or Kane, were as Hardcore as him. Show went to leave when Kaientai showed up. In their dubbed Americanized voices they insulted the big man, comparing him to big, ugly Godzilla! Taka Michinoku and Funaki declared their right to formally challenge Show for the title tonight, and Show laughed cheerily. He liked the two Japanese dudes, and granted them the shot - but it would happen next! Kaientai had no idea what they were in for.
Steven Richards and WWF Women's Champion Ivory were in the Right to Censor locker room with the Goodfather and Mark Henry chatting about what Debra's big announcement might be about tonight. 'The Role Model' suggested the WWF Divas Ambassador think long and hard about her future if she continues on this crusade against the RTC. In walked Bull Buchanan with the black tie in hand, as Steven blurted out that he could not wait to see him finish off what was left of 'the One' Billy Gunn tonight. He was big, he was bad, and he was unstoppable. Bull brandished the black tie weapon and laughed. Bull nodded as Steven said he wanted to see Billy down and defenceless, even worse than what they all did to him on Monday night. Breathing heavily, Buchanan snarled that he would not disappoint.
. 3) Big Show (c) def. Kaientai to retain the WWF Hardcore Championship (2:01)While the Big Show was seventy-two hours away from a meeting of giants at No Way Out against Kane, the WWF Hardcore Champion was determined to remain a fighting champion. Although he had his fair share of help from Rhyno, whose allegiance with the big man remained unknown, in recapturing the title on Monday night, Show had been comically challenged by Taka Michinoku and Funaki before the commercial break. Kaientai wisely swarmed Big Show as he walked down the rampway, Funaki providing a baseball bat and breaking it in half across the 500-pounder's back! Taka pelted baseballs at the champ, who stormed after him in rage. Taka struck with low dropkicks, when he and Funaki humorously tried for a double DDT only to be powered overhead. Show plowed Funaki with a big boot, before leaving the ring and bringing out the tools. A trash can shot left Michinoku laying, but Funaki surprised with a stop sign shot to the head! Show keeled to the floor, where the challengers dazed Show against the steps, when a double superkick tripped 'the Giant' over the steel steps! Joe E. Legend ran out to ringside and cast Kaientai aside to try for a cover, when Kaientai chased him away! Steve Blackman suddenly rushed out and cracked both with his kendo stick, only to be given a Gore from the spontaneously appearing Rhyno! 'The Man-Beast' helped Show back inside, where he gave Funaki a massive Chokeslam to retain the WWF Hardcore Championship.
Rhyno had aided the Big Show again in successfully retaining the WWF Hardcore Championship, despite their relationship apparently being nonexistent. 'The Giant' raised his fists high in the air, when pyrotechnics came over all four corners of the ring! Kane stomped out to the ring, not waiting for No Way Out to recapture his title. 'The Big Red Machine' climbed into the ring and fought off the stampeding 'Man-Beast', when Show rushed him from behind. The towering giants duelled it out with right hands, when down the rampway darted Too Cool, Al Snow and Essa Rios! The 24/7 rule more active than ever, Show and Kane found themselves swatting the likes of Scotty 2 Hotty and Grandmaster Sexay away, fighting against all opposition! Who knew what would happen in this unpredictable clash this Sunday!
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Lance Storm and Justin Credible were backstage bragging about picking up another big win on RAW is WAR against the Hardy Boyz. Lance was thrilled to have called upon Justin several weeks ago, noting how quickly they were taking the World Wrestling Federation by storm after reuniting merely two weeks ago. Credible obnoxiously slapped his gum and said there was no ring rust here, and declared that the two of them had been overlooked for far too long. Lance was a former WWF European Champion and WWF Hardcore Champion. Credible had been with the WWF on-and-off again for years. They demanded respect, and that's why tonight he was coming for Jeff Hardy's WWF Light Heavyweight Championship. Storm believed Justin had it in the bag, while Justin said that they were only just touching the surface of what's incredible: and tonight Justin would have the people saying "That's Incredible" when he wins the gold.
Stephanie McMahon was seen making her way to the ring. With a lot on her mind coming off of an awkward conversation with Shane McMahon this past week on RAW is WAR, as well as nearly being the victim of a Pedigree from her ex-husband Triple H, 'the Billion Dollar Princess' hoped to get a lot off of her chest - up next!
Stephanie McMahon made her way out to the ring to boos from the Kansas City crowd on hand, 'the Billion Dollar Princess' walking with indifference after a tough night on Monday's RAW is WAR. With a microphone in hand, she looked with grave concern as she discussed the importance of No Way Out. This Sunday night, the World Wrestling Federation could see what her father once theorized as a changing of the guard. Not only will her friends, family and loved ones fight one another, but they would never be the same. Arguably, the WWF would never be the same either. For months, there had been a power struggle in her personal life. They had all been brought on live, national television. Her professional career and her personal life had merged into one, and it had rocked her to her very core! Evaluating things, Steph spoke about how her boyfriend Kurt Angle was the WWF Champion for a reason, because he was a valiant fighter. She believed 'the Megastar' would prosper come Sunday night, because Kurt had all the tools to weather the war to come. As for her family, she let it be known how she and her mother Linda McMahon had never been, and never would be on the same page. Stephanie used to rebel, ever since she was little. She was always 'Daddy's Little Girl'. Stephanie made it be known that no matter what, she would always love her family yet feared that what the WWF CEO had hoped would be the end, would actually be the beginning.
Stephanie believed that No Way Out, regardless of the outcome in the tag team encounter, would not resolve a thing. The McMahon Family were past the point of no return, and she was sick to death of being a part of the most dysfunctional family and only being known for being the daughter of a rich billionaire like Vincent Kennedy McMahon! Over the past few weeks she had had so many people asking her whose side she was on. To tell the truth, she was on one man's side: Kurt Angle's! Vince McMahon made his way out to the ring to answer for Steph's problems, lending a reassuring hand. Vince could see the emotion on his daughter's face and understood completely. With Shane in her ear, it was no wonder how exhausted she was. She was an innocent bystander in a grudge between father and son. Offering her his handkerchief, she rebelliously threw it down on the floor. Stephanie told Vince that he had no right being out here, and Shane was right: she wasn't 'Daddy's Little Girl' anymore! Declaring how she was not a child any longer, Stephanie boldly declared that she was Stephanie McMahon, dammit! Her Dad taken aback, a smile appeared on his face as she said she could make decisions for herself, and that she was over being ordered around and persuaded to live up to other peoples' expectations. Vince accepted what his daughter told her, and concluded that the tag team match on Sunday might not solve anything, but he was ready.
No matter what happened between himself and Shane McMahon, himself and Stone Cold Steve Austin - it didn't matter. This war might have potential to grow uglier, but everybody knew what kind of man he was. Vince had fought promoters, he had fought governments, he had fought everybody that ever stuck a middle finger in his face - and he had won. The WWF Owner declared that after what happened on Monday night, maybe Stephanie was right: she had to do what was right for her. But Vince was feeling bold himself tonight. After being locked in the Crossface at the brutal hands of 'the Rabid Wolverine', he figured out what he had do. Which is why tonight, three days out from No Way Out, he was challenging Chris Benoit to go one-on-one in the middle of the ring! Now Stephanie was taken aback, as Vince said about wanting to fight even more than her brother did against 'the Texas Rattlesnake' on Monday night. He had been given a taste of what the best technical wrestler had to offer him, and hell, he wanted more! Much like Stephanie McMahon, he was Vince McMahon dammit - and he was assured he could take whatever 'the Wolverine' had for him! Vince wished Steph well before leaving the ring, leaving his daughter speechless. She showed more concern than she did minutes before, but the Chairman strutted away not even fretting it. Backstage, Chris Benoit chuckled at the announcement by a monitor. Was this a power play by the boss to get through to Stephanie?
Elsewhere, the Rock was seen getting ready to go up against the WWF European Champion William Regal. Jumping up and down on the spot, 'the People's Champ' believed that No Way Out could wait for this Sunday, where he challenges for the WWF Championship in a Triple Threat match. Tonight, Rock was set to meet 'the Goodwill Ambassador' - coming up next!
One double underhook suplex later, Regal liked his chances as he drilled Rock with more clenched fists until Rock caught him with an unexpected big back body drop! A spinout DDT saw Rock nip back to his feet and apply the Sharpshooter, though Regal was able to reach for the ropes. Regal had much fight in him, and unexpectedly caught Rock with the Regal Cutter out of nowhere - only for a near fall! Angrily he locked the Regal Stretch in again, but Rock was able to fight out of it, nailing Regal with a spinebuster when WWF Champion Kurt Angle ran down the rampway! 'The Megastar' wisely backed up from the apron as Rock stalked him from inside. Rock knew what Angle was trying to do, but Kurt had bigger problems: Triple H coming out to jump him from behind! As the fight took place at ringside between the WWF Champion and 'the Game', Regal tried to surprise Rock with another Regal Cutter, but Rock swivelled him around to receive a second Rock Bottom to pick up the win.
On the rampway, a dishevelled Kurt Angle sat in disdain for the Rock. The WWF Champion had escaped the wrath of 'the Game', but as the Rock's eyes remained laser-focused on 'the Megastar', Triple H stepped through the ropes behind him. WWF European Champion William Regal had been beaten, but Rock soon turned to become embroiled in a heated staredown with 'the Cerebral Assassin!' Rock and Triple H exchanged some tense words to one another, as the WWF Champion Kurt Angle was left in the shadows of the rampway, watching both. Who would leave No Way Out as the champ?
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Vince McMahon was laying out his ring gear for the apparent match to come against Chris Benoit, when in barged Stephanie McMahon. Angrily she asked what that was all about, interrupting his daughter as she was pouring her heart out. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' was aggravatingly impressed at Vince managing to steal her thunder again tonight, and maintained this was manipulation she could not stand for. Vince remained oblivious to what she was talking about. He wasn't about to take any of Chris Benoit's garbage. Steph groaned in detest, when there was a second door slam: in walked Stone Cold Steve Austin!
'The Texas Rattlesnake' backed off Stephanie with a tense glare, but Vince turned him around and demanded to know what his problem was. Austin heard what everybody had been talking about, and he didn't like it. 'The Rattlesnake' was not Vince's puppy dog pet, and he sure as hell wasn't about to follow the Chairman's lead for a damn second. All Stone Cold wanted was to raise some hell and whoop some ass, and just because he happened to be teaming with Vincent Kennedy McMahon did not mean he was about to let the McMahons screw him like they had so many times in the past. Vince wanted to know what the Stunner on Monday was for, and the two went nose to nose. Stephanie stormed out having enough, while Vince and Austin went at it in a verbal confrontation!
Bradshaw was seen returning to the APA's office backstage, having lost track of where Eddie Guerrero went earlier tonight. Having suffered a count-out loss, Bradshaw unlocked the wooden door and stepped inside to see Eddie Guerrero already hanging out inside. With his feet propped atop the poker table and a beer in handle, 'Latino Heat' laughed as he greeted the Texan merrily. Bradshaw slammed his fists on the table and told Eddie he had some nerve. Suddenly, the Radicalz jumped him from behind! Perry Saturn and Dean Malenko were fought off by Bradshaw, who held more than his own against the two, when Eddie slammed a steel chair into his spine! Saturn, Malenko and Guerrero proceeded to put the boots to Bradshaw, before dumping the poker table on top of him. Flanked by Terri, Eddie paid the boys off, the unexplained attack seeing the three original Radicalz reunited in a brutal backstage assault! Bradshaw was left beaten beneath the table, when Jacqueline showed up to glare the group out of sight. Jackie aided to Bradshaw, who cursed the Radicalz' names.
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WWF Divas Ambassador Debra was welcomed out to the ring to a respectful reaction from the Kemper Arena crowd. With a big announcement she had teased to deliver all week long, she took to the microphone in the ring to let it be known. Since being named the Divas Ambassador, she had been in charge of many of the WWF Divas locker room's duties, from hair and make-up, to scheduling and planning, to matchmaking. Acknowledging the WWF Women's Champion Ivory being a part of the despicable Right to Censor organization, she knew how Ivory had beaten every Diva put up against her. However, if Ivory was really 'the Role Model' she thought herself to be, she would clearly not have a problem defending the title this Sunday night at No Way Out - against all of the allcomers! Debra shockingly made it official that we would see a Fatal 4-Way match pitting Ivory against Lita, Trish Stratus and Molly Holly in three days at No Way Out, when WWF Women's Champion Ivory came storming down the rampway with a microphone in hand.
With an axe to grind, she screamed at Debra's incompetence, and how this was collusion and corruption all merging into one! Ivory had been the WWF Women's Champion for four long months, and she deserved better than to be met with three hussies that she had already beaten before! Suddenly, Lita, Trish Stratus and Molly Holly made their way out to ringside, each having been cheated by 'the Role Model' in recent weeks! The challengers were united for now, but immediately they stormed the ring and went straight for Ivory! The champ tried to escape only to have her shoes taken off, and her tights torn from under her long skirt! Bull Buchanan accompanied by Steven Richards came stomping to the ring to come to Ivory's aid. Bull fended the challenging Divas away, when out came 'the One' Billy Gunn - coming for revenge for the RTC's backstage beatdown last Monday!
5) Bull Buchanan (w/Steven Richards) def. Billy Gunn (2:37)'The One' Billy Gunn's manhunt of the Right to Censor led to him being the recipient of an RTC beatdown last Monday night on RAW is WAR. After defeating the likes of Mark Henry and the Goodfather in recent weeks, he was doing it all for his injured girlfriend 'the Ninth Wonder of the World' Chyna. Bull Buchanan had grown more vicious since returning from injuries suffered after a powerbomb off the stage through a table by Bubba Ray Dudley, brandishing the black tie as a choking hazard. He tried to use it as Billy entered the ring, but he was too fired up. Able to fight him off, a military press slam saw Buchanan sent across the ring! Billy looked for the One and Only early, just to receive a big boot giving Bull control. Steven clapped for Buchanan from ringside, as Bull hammered Billy on the top rope and executed a superplex for a near fall. Bull continued to hammer him with right hands, while backstage Mark Henry and the Goodfather were seen watching on. Bull climbed to the top rope looking for the Guillotine diving legdrop, just for Billy to move. A Fame-Asser was delivered off the middle rope, but Bull powered out at two! Gunn made a comeback with ten punches in the corner, when Steven arrived on the apron. Richards was caught by the tie, but Bull powerbombed Billy down to the mat! The Scissors Kick connected, giving Buchanan the three count!
'The One' Billy Gunn had been dismantled by Bull Buchanan in a shocking occurrence tonight on SmackDown, as Steven Richards leapt into the ring and hugged the Right to Censor in celebration. Bull again brandished the black tie and dangled it for all to see. Billy was left down and out, but he would have had this match won had it not been for Steven Richards!
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The Hardy Boyz were backstage discussing the big opportunity Lita had to become a two-time WWF Women's Champion this Sunday night at No Way Out. Tonight, Matt told Jeff that he had to knock Justin Credible down a peg or two. The WWF Light Heavyweight Champion wasn't fazed, noting how Justin was anything but incredible. He looked like a naked molerat, and tonight he would get the job done for Team Xtreme. Matt wished Jeff luck, but before heading off the rainbow-haired champ turned to his older brother and said after Lance Storm and Credible were taken care of, they needed to look at getting some gold around Matt's waist too. The Hardys left for the ring, as Jeff would defend the WWF Light Heavyweight Championship against Justin Credible - next!
Chris Benoit was doing push-ups, listening with disinterest at what Shane McMahon was telling him tonight. Shane O'Mac could not believe the gall of his father for trying to usurp him again. Benoit was mad about Shane not knocking before entering - that way he wouldn't have let him in. In walked Stephanie McMahon, causing him groan and stomp away. 'The Billion Dollar Princess' told Shane that she knew how complex everything was right now, with No Way Out around the corner. Steph was concerned for Dad's wellbeing, and urged Shane and 'the Rabid Wolverine' to at least take it easy on Vince McMahon tonight. Shane asked why, listing the amount of bad things her father put her through. Vince allowed her to be thrown around and beaten up, kidnapped and even forced to marry the Undertaker of all people! Shane could not understand how blind and naive Stephanie really was. Benoit calmly walked up to Steph with a callous smirk. He promised Steph in confidence that he would show Vince some mercy tonight...or instead show him that there was no way out of No Way Out. Benoit left, causing Shane and Steph to talk among themselves.
. 6) Jeff Hardy (w/Matt Hardy) (c) def. Justin Credible (w/Lance Storm) to retain the WWF Light Heavyweight Championship (4:13)Lance Storm and Justin Credible had been on a roll since reuniting in the World Wrestling Federation three weeks ago, and they continued to show up the Hardy Boyz on RAW is WAR in tag team action. Credible had pinned the WWF Light Heavyweight Champion, and Jeff Hardy now had to defend the title against the obnoxious newcomer. Storm and Matt Hardy cheered for their teammates as Jeff came out of the gate hot with a series of clotheslines and a legdrop to the groin of the challenger. Justin bailed out to the floor where Storm was waiting, but Jeff soared with a somersault plancha over the top rope for both of them! Jeff scored a near fall following a missile dropkick, when Credible surprised Jeff with a tilt-a-whirl slam! Focusing his energy on the back of the champion, the challenger showboated while clutching Jeff across his knee following a backbreaker. Credible arrogantly toyed with Jeff's face in a headlock, but Storm's over the top applauding at ringside caused Matt to go after Storm! Credible scored with a full nelson slam, when Lita ran down to ringside, scoring with the diving hurricanrana! She slipped out and Jeff tried the Twist of Fate when a distraction from Storm allowed Credible to super kick him hard! Setting up for the Impaler DDT, Jeff reversed it into the Twist of Fate off a distraction from Matt, and the Swanton Bomb allowed Jeff to retain the title!
Jeff Hardy retained the WWF Light Heavyweight Championship despite the best efforts of Lance Storm and Justin Credible, but the Calgary native would jump the rainbow-haired Hardy after the bell. Matt Hardy climbed into the ring to come after the Canadian, when Justin Credible came to and dropped Matt with another super kick! Credible and Storm showboated in the ring over the fallen Hardy Boyz, but had forgotten about Lita: who flew with a diving crossbody to both men! Lita rolled out to the floor, as Matt and Jeff hit them with stereo-dropkicks sending them from the ring. Team Xtreme were united against Storm and Credible, whereas Lita had a one-in-four chance of leaving No Way Out this Sunday night as WWF Women's Champion.
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Rhyno stomped through the locker room area after giving the Big Show another assist in walking out of tonight as the WWF Hardcore Champion. 'The Man-Beast' growled at the sight of Kevin Kelly, who innocuously wanted to understand the newcomer's intentions: what was he doing in the World Wrestling Federation, and what was his relationship with the Big Show? Rhyno panted heavily, stating that he didn't stand with any one man. Kane and Big Show were giants, but he was an animal, and he would what he wants when he wanted. Kevin asked Rhyno whether we could expect to see him at No Way Out, to which Rhyno uttered that nobody would know when he might strike next, storming off immediately.
Triple H walked the halls backstage, before pausing in his sights. Accepting of what was ahead, up walked the Rock. Staring each other down one more time, the two challengers went face to face with the Triple Threat match for the WWF Championship right around the corner. 'The Game' remained silent as Rock talked about going to hell and back with Hunter time, after time again. 'The Great One' knew nothing would ever change, no matter if either one of them walk away from No Way Out as the WWF Champion. That's the type of men they are. Triple H nodded, but found himself surprised at Rock offering 'the Cerebral Assassin' a handshake. Knowing what happened to William Regal earlier tonight, Triple H looked at the hand and told Rock that the best man would win, and rest assured Rock would get the very best of 'the Game' this Sunday night. Accepting the handshake, both men tense squared up to one another before parting ways.
. 7) The Fighting Holly Cousins def. T&A (2:58)Test and Albert had faced a struggle of late dealing with Crash Holly. Last week on Sunday Night Heat, Crash scored a huge upset against Albert with some help from his older cousin Hardcore Holly. With it being announced that Molly Holly had a shot at the WWF Women's Championship against Ivory alongside Lita and Trish Stratus this Sunday, the Fighting Hollys tried to use their size as an advantage. Crash shot between the legs of Albert and came off the ropes with a headscissors to stun 'the Freight Train'. A missile dropkick followed, until Test got the tag and mowed him down with a heavy clothesline! Test began to put the boots to Crash, who tried to fight back. He looked to body slam the six-foot-six Canadian, resulting in a gutwrench powerbomb for his efforts! Albert splashed Crash in the corner and Test followed with a pumphandle slam, but Hardcore came in to make the save. Test looked to put Crash away with a powerbomb, but Crash was able to score with the tornado DDT! Hardcore got the tag and came in hitting hard, dropkick sending Albert down and a powerslam as Test missed the big boot! Albert blasted Hardcore and Crash made the tag. Albert looked for the Baldo Bomb when Hardcore tripped him, Crash landing atop the big man. Test was legal and went for the big boot just to be caught on the top rope, and Crash rolled him up to score another big upset!
The Fighting Holly Cousins had done it again, with Crash immediately rolling out of the ring into the celebratory arms of Hardcore Holly. Hardcore gave his younger cousin a noogie at ringside, as they continued to ride the wave of success against the irate former WWF Tag Team Champions. Test could not believe Crash had beaten him, and he and Albert furiously chased the referee from the ring! How could T&A come back from this upset loss?
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Chris Benoit walked while gripping his hands together and flexing. 'The Rabid Wolverine' had the Chairman on his mind, after being challenged by Vince McMahon earlier tonight. With much riding on the unusual tag team encounter ahead this Sunday, Vince McMahon bravely left his office and strutted down the halls. Vince had been in the ring with many WWF Superstars, but none like 'the Wolverine'. How would he fare, with No Way Out right around the corner?
Vince McMahon made a calm walk to the ring for the main event tonight. Unnerved by the challenge he made made himself, the boss received a mixed ovation from the Kansas City crowd as he climbed inside the ring and took to the microphone once again. After being locked in 'the Rabid Wolverine's Crossface last Monday night, the WWF Owner told the people that he felt the brutality, the intensity and the vigot of the best technical wrestler on the planet on RAW is WAR. He felt every single bit of the Crossface, with each and every degree of an angle his neck was pulled. Tonight he was asked so many times why he wanted to call out Chris Benoit for a fight, and that much was simple: because he wanted more! He didn't want Benoit to show mercy on him, he wanted to feel everything Chris had to muster up. He wanted 'the Wolverine' to forget about No Way Out and the tag team match to come. Tonight, he wanted 'the Canadian Crippler' to come out and show him what he's got! Chris Benoit came stepping out to the stage, immediately walking down the rampway. Shane McMahon was with him, but Benoit repeatedly tried to show the boss's son away.
8) Chris Benoit (w/Shane McMahon) def. Vince McMahon (2:32)With the unique tag team situation shaping up to be unpredictable this Sunday at No Way Out, it was about more than power of the company. It was supposed to be about resolving the McMahon Family's issues, but by the night it had become clearer that Vince, Shane and Stephanie McMahon's relationship might well never be the same. Vince had boldly called out Benoit for this match, and dared Benoit to bring it on as 'the Rabid Wolverine' cranked his neck to warm up. Benoit casually stepped towards the Chairman, and he came bouncing out with a multitude of body blows! The boxing punches of the WWF Owner swayed Benoit into the corner, delivering with more striking combinations than one had expected the billionaire to possess! Quickly however, Benoit piefaced Vince to the mat and began putting the boots to him! A snap suplex saw Vince covered, but he refused to give up. Benoit applied a cross-armbreaker on the boss, when Stephanie McMahon frantically jogged down to the ring! Stephanie was stopped by Shane McMahon, who remained craving for his father's suffering. As this was going on, Benoit was distracted and Vince low-blowed him from behind! Clutching his shoulder, Vince dropped Benoit with a surprising Stone Cold Stunner for a near fall, when Benoit abruptly slapped on the Crossface! Vince tried to fight it but succumbed to submission, much to the horror of his daughter Stephanie McMahon!
There was nobody in the Kemper Arena happier to see the Chairman tap out than Shane McMahon. The problem was Chris Benoit kept the Crossface locked in on Vince McMahon! Stephanie McMahon finally hopped into the ring and began trying to ply 'the Rabid Wolverine' off of her Dad, but Benoit maintained pressure on the agonized WWF Owner! Finally he let go, as Shane McMahon climbed inside to confront 'the Billion Dollar Princess'. Benoit immediately squared up to Stephanie, causing Shane to try and get between the two of them. As Vince clutched his shoulder in pain on the mat, Shane argued with Benoit to back down from his sister Stephanie!
The glass shattered, and Kansas City erupted in a massive ovation. Stone Cold Steve Austin was here to join the fray, immediately going it with right hands exchanged for Chris Benoit! Austin reversed out of the German suplex and dropped him with the Stone Cold Stunner, and this caused Shane and Stephanie to flee from the ring! Vince McMahon knelt, continuing to favor his shoulder, as Stone Cold stood close by. The tag team encounter was on for this Sunday at No Way Out, but who would come out victorious? Stephanie McMahon was trapped down the middle, between her father Vince and Stone Cold, and her brother Shane and Chris Benoit! Could it be the most dysfunctional tag team match in history? |
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