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Sad to see Dr. D go. The tag match was great and I love how you intermix your feuds.

Entry in the tourney.

Spaldoni hit on almost all of my reactions. Nikita being dominant here is great as well and he is on a HUGE roll. Can we see Studd and Nikita in a (obviously shitty no-finish, but still) battle of the bulls?

None here.

Edit: On second thought, lets go with Hercules Ayala.

Really good TV that builds to the Omni. Savannah got a great look at the midcard with some very different presentation match to match. Main event would have been lots of fun and you sent the fans home happy.

Davey early on gets time to shine and does. Michaels and Piper too. Bossman's elimination was easily the most memorable moment. Flair is why you watch and he tops all of that by keeping busy the whole time he's in , which is forever. Great Rumble with an all-time performance from both Flair and Heenan.

The celebration was definitely the highlight here as Jacques never gets much of anything going. I like Piper finally getting a title win and he seems like he's really enjoying the reaction he gets.

I would agree that Kid looked like the worst of the bunch as far as consistently hitting his shit. But everyone comes off well in the end due to the sheer amount of cutting edge spots being thrown around. Not a ton of selling going on throughout, but that's not really what this match was about. Caras vs. Wagner carried this I thought. There were a noticeable amount of places where the match stalled because of a lack of communication, but it doesn't hurt this match a ton.

Wow, this was awesome! To make a point as to how into this match I was, I paused my lunch to finish and review it rather than miss a key transition or forget a detail that I liked. Thanks a lot for the match!! Review is here. http://prowrestlingonly.com/index.php?/topic/22188-dick-togo-vs-antonio-honda-ddt-sweet-dreams-013011/&do=findComment&comment=5583808

I would add to the praise of Honda and say his performance here is also influensed heavily by Yuki Ishikawa. I saw him as Ishikawa somehow inexplicably combined with Jerry Lawler for a few moments, but in the best way possible. The early arm work was very good, but would have been more towards okay to good if not for Togo's incredible selling and Honda's going back to it later on in the match. Togo's working over of the cut is all kinds of awesome. The Lawler comeback from Honda is easily the best I have seen not coming from Lawler himself. I liked the nearfalls and avoiding of big moves section, very well done and I give Togo all the credit in the world for putting it in there. It sets up the next sequence with both getting frustrated and punching each other in the face repeatedly so well. I a no big fan of modern strike exchanges, but this one really captures the idea of two guys who have thrown everything at one another and just got pissed off that nothing worked. And the selling was there, which always makes the exchange better. Both being punch drunk and stumbling into one another was an incredibly nice touch. Excellent match and easily in my top 5 matches post 2000 that I have seen.

Gordy going after Williams is definitely a change-up from reality. Looking forward to their street fight. I like the Blondes a lot. Even if Rip Oliver isn't exactly a perfect fit. Main would have been a really good brawl.

Tully really works as the focus of the show here. Great stuff in the promo and the match. Adonis and Paul E. both hit the right notes and they are working their way to being one of your top heel acts. Loved Borne's involvement here. I like seeing los Infernales fight one another, they need to learn how awful it feels on the other side of one of their beatdowns.

Really good development of Bull so far. Jesse's reaction to Tito is absolutely perfect. Good work on the Roma turn too. Looks like Slick has both power and glory now.

Benoit was the weak link, but that's not exactly a death sentence in this match. Villano III is no slouch and I think we all know that Santo and Casas are not easy guys to top. The rudos using a ton of cheating and double teams was a good way to go to get the first fall and threaten in the third. Santo and Casas really tore into one another and it was a blast to watch. I thought Villano showed some good fire against Casas and had some good "I can out-rudo you" moments against him.

The story was Sting vs. Rude for sure. But the part I liked best was Steamer vs. Rude. Rude is so great stooging for Ricky. Finish is getting a little repetitive, but fun match regardless.

I didn't like Hogan calling out Savage and Sid. I get it's every man for himself. But at the same time how do you spin Sid's actions during the Rumble as heelish when Hogan was begging for something like that to happen the week before?

Insane, crazy brawl in the best way possible. I love the couple of camera shots where a garbage can or other weapon comes flying in from nowhere.

Loving the Moondogs in Memphis. But I'd rather hear from Fuller about it than Lawler. Don't get me wrong, the King delivers, I just prefer Fuller's fired up babyface promos.

I hate non-taped title changes. But in the grand scheme of things house show business was still a big deal, so it makes sense to have it happen. I liked the way they framed this for Piper.

For SirEdger. Enjoy the over the top craziness of a PR Ambulance match on a baseball field. With fans not restricted to the stands.

Original Airdate 3/7/86 (Originally airing in Spanish on WAPA Channel 4 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This broadcast is translated to English where applicable.) The opening montage featuring highlights of Carlos Colon, Chicky Starr, Invader 1, Invader 2, Invader 3, Abdullah the Butcher, Hercules Ayala, Bam Bam and Dutch Mantell plays. Carlos Colon doing a cartwheel and coming up fists at the ready leads to the WWC logo as the music ends. NWA and Capitol Sports Presenta Los Campeones De La Lucha Libre Con Tus Luchadores Favoritos De Fama Mundial Rickin Sanchez and Hugo Savinovich sit smiling at the commentary desk in Coliseo Municipal Pedro Rodriguez Gaya De Catano. Rickin: Welcome to another great week of World Wrestling Council television fans. I am joined as alwas by the one and only Hugo Savinovich. Hugo: Geat to be here Rickin!! What a show we have tonight! Rickin: Indeed we do. We will see Ricky Santana and Invader 3 in singles action. Hugo: There has been a tournament announced for a new belt, the NWA WWC Light Heavyweight Championship. Both are sure to be involved and favorites to win! Rickin: That tournament will include some international flavor as well, as we will be seeing participants from the United States and Japan in addition to the light heavyweights we already have in the WWC. Hugo: And we have a loaded light heavyweight division! Rickin: We certainly have some talented wrestlers under 230 pounds. Santana, Owen Hart, Huracan Castillo Jr., Tommy Lane of the Rock and Roll RPMs, Gama Singh and Invader 3 all fall into that category. Hugo: And Chicky Starr!! Rickin: He does qualify, but I think Chicky has his hands full with the Carribean Tag Team Titles right now. Invader 2 would have been among the names listed, but he is injured and may not heal in time to make the tourney. Hugo: Chicky's name hasn't been mentioned in connection to the tourney, so you're probably right... Rickin: Tonight we will also see los Super Medicos in tag team action. Hugo: And los Pastores! Rickin: Not sure what to think of that just yet. After last week they have to be considered very dangerous. Hugo: Yes! I imagine Invader 1, Hercules Ayala and Carlitos will be ready to save Invader 3 should they attack! Rickin: One hopes so. I will be talking to Invader 3 before his match as well as los Super Medicos. Los Mercenarios will pay their second visit to Chicky's Sports Shop. Hugo: I'm sure Chicky is happy with them! Rickin: Yes, they were instrumental to Ron and Chicky Starr winning their belts. We will hear from Carlitos Colon before he and Hercules Ayala try to wrest the Carribean Tag Team Titles from los Primos Starr, Hugo: HUGE main event!! Rickin: And reason for me to....agree with Chicky Starr. He has the right idea about defending the titles on television despite the fans not being kind. Hugo: I'm glad you're coming around on Chicky! Rickin: I wouldn't go that far. RIcky Santana is up first tonight andhe's getting a great reaction from this crowd. Hugo: They really have adopted him as one of their own! Rickin: He has tried to do things the right way. I can see him reaching a breaking point soon with Owen Hart's underhanded tactics. Hugo: It's going to happen sooner or later... Rickin: And Owen Hart will surely have some accusatory or hurt remarks on the subject. Hugo: Not all attacks are physical!! Rickin: A hard lesson to learn. Santana is in the ring and Ricky Vargas is calling for the bell. Frank Conners vs. Ricky Santana Santana uses his babyface technical offense to control the match. Conners tries a vertical suplex, but Santana goes over the top and lands on his feet. A German suplex by Santana gets the 3 count. Ricky Santana by pinfall in 4:33 with a German suplex Rickin: Ricky Santana with a very good countermove for the win. Shades of Owen Hart in that suplex. Hugo: Ricky Santana has learned how to attack without being physical too! Rickin: Indeed, he is maturing very quickly. He will be somebody to watch in the tournament. Up next we will har from Invader 3 before his match. Don't go anywhere fans. (Commercial Break) 0-9:00 Rickin: Welcome back fans. I am pleased to be speaking with the strongfavorite in the upcoming light heavyweight tournament, Invader 3. Invader 3: Thank you for that Rickin. It's not the first thing on my mind right now though. My friend, Invader 2, was recently injured at the hands of Ron and Chicky Starr. He is recovering quickly and thanks the fans for their support. Myself, Hercules Ayala and Carlitos Colon are all very angry about this, but Invader 1 has taken it very personally. In fact, he has gone to the WWC commission and demanded a match with the Starrs, title or not, on April 19th in Roberto Clemente Stadium. Rickin: It seems you might have problems with los Pastores enough to make that a mistake. Invader 3: It does. But we couldn't just sit back and let los Pastores injure other wrestlers for no reason. That is something we will never be able to ignore. Rickin: Do you worry about los Pastores being in the building tonight? Invader 3: Of course. I have backup close at hand though, we know how they operate. As for the light heavyweight tournament, I am looking forward to competing against some of the best light heavyweights in the world. We have a few of them right here in the WWC. I hope to face Ricky Santana, he's been a lot of fun to train with and watch. Rickin: Who would you consider a favorite in the tournament? Invader 3: RIcky and Owen Hart come to mind. Hart is very skilled, he just needs to learn how to respond to close matches without taking shortcuts. Against somebody like Chicky Starr you have to make sure to beat him to the punch, but Ricky will wrestle a man clean all the way through a match, win or lose. Rickin: Something we both wish Owen Hart would learn. Invader 3: Gama Singh is also a threat, he's a veteran with a lot of experience. And he's been just as low down and dirty as Chicky Starr ever got, so he knows all of the tricks. Huracan Castillo Jr. is an up and coming guy with a lot of energy and he is second generation. You have to be careful of the international wrestlers too. You never know what you will be facing with them. I'd say it's a wide open tournament. Rickin: Thank you for your time, sir. It's always a pleasure talking with you. Invader 3: Same to you Rickin. Invader 3 heads to the ring to the cheers of the crowd. Rickin: What did you think of his analysis of the tournament Hugo? Hugo: I agree with most of it. I don't think Castillo or Lane will do as well in a singles environment when they have been in so many tags of late. The international wrestlers are always dangerous as he said. Rickin: Do you think Invader 3 is a favorite? Hugo: He's the most skilled light heavyweight wrestler in Puerto Rico. But I'd say owen Hart and Ricky Santana are closing the gap. Gama Singh is definitely a threat. Rickin: I like that Invader 3 is as humble as he is. There are those that would proclaim themselves the champions due to the rest ofthe field being beneath them. Hugo: I know who you are talking about and you are right. But I don't think Chicky would be wrong either!! There is no shame in being confident!! RIckin: I would call it cocky and overconfident. Ring announcer Eliud Gonzalez has finished the ring introductions and there is the bell. Domingo Robles vs. Invader 3 Invader 3 shows off his punches, matwork and a vertical suplex in the early going. Robles with his usual comedy stooging. A Robles eye rake puts him in charge, but Invader catches him with a dropkick that sends Robles outside. Bullet tope by Invader 3 to a huge pop. He rolls Robles back in and hits the cannonball for the 3 count. Invader 3 by pinfall in 4:08 with a cannonball (top rope somersault senton) Hugo: What a great match for Invader 3!! Rickin: He did it all there. We are in for a - Hugo: Pastores!! And they are after Invader 3 with that flagpole!! RIckin: They are targeting his ribs and being quick about it as they see Ayala, Invader 1 and Colon coming. Hugo: Is the damage done?!? Rickin: Invader 3 looks hurt. I'm not sure how badly. We'll have to wait and find out. Up next we'll see los Mercenarios in Chicky's Sports Shop and los Pastores in tag team action. Lets hope they are done beating people up with the flagpole for the night. (Commercial Break) 9:30-17:00 Hugo: Weeee're baaaack! AND it's time for Chicky's Sports Shop!! The intro for the Sports Shop plays and we cut to the set. Cue Victor. Victor (wooden): It is my pleasure to introduce the hottest wrestler and manager in the World Wrestling Council. Ladies and gentlemen, here is the most exciting, most charismatic, best dressed man in Puerto Rico, Chicky Starr. Chicky walks in wearing his athletic gear capped off with one of the Caribbean Tag Team Championships around his waist and sits down, not at all smiling. Chicky: The WWC showed some footage last week that I was going to address this week. I've got my lawyers working on the problem as I sit here talking and the WWC can expect to hear from them sooner rather than later. Chicky pauses to collect himself. Chicky: Bruiser Brody has been officially released from my service because the man, if you can call a man that barks as he stampedes around a man, is uncontrollable. He can't win a championship if he can't stay anywhere near a damned ring. When Abdullah the Butcher seems like a genius next to you, what does that say? Chicky shakes his head and nods to himself. He starts to smile as he continues. Chicky: Now on to the good news. Most of you at home know that los Mercenarios were, let's say, financially motivated to make things a little easier for Ronnie and myself. Sure we could have won the tournament without them, and we certainly managed in the finals, but as my friend Hugo Savinovich always says, "every advantage counts!" Chicky grins into the camera. Chicky: As such, the two men now walking into the Shop are now far more well off than they were a month ago. If you want to spend it all at once there wil be more coming! Los Mercenarios sit down and Merc 1 picks up a microphone. Merc 1: So you liked our work then? Chicky: I have this! (Points at the belt) I think that speaks for itself. I also learned that I need to surround myself with allies if I want to keep all of my bones intact. Merc 1: Or have your allies break bones first. Chicky: You see? I LOVE the way you think! So much that I am willing to bring you on full-time as....associates in the Starr Corporation. Because I do not run an army, I run a business. Merc 1: If the pay is right. Chicky: We can discuss that after the show. I'd like to think that we can reach a deal, based on our earlier negotiations. Merc 1: Yes, your offer was generous enough the first time. Just know two things. First, to keep us on full time costs more. And second, if we get contracts on wrestlers you haven't told us not to attack we will take them. Chicky: I can agree with that. On to some personal business. The WWC has told me that Invader 1 is already demanding a shot at the tag titles. To that I say, you haven't earned anything! BUT! Not only are my cousin and I fighting champions, but we liked leaving you a bloody mess so much we are going to do it again on April 19th! You have your match. Merc 1: If you need something done about that sooner, we can discuss price. Chicky: We can, yes. It's time for the Nature Boy Ric Flair to take us out. The recording of Flair's sign off plays as Chicky Starr and los Mercenarios exit the set. Cut back to the arena. Hugo: Our first match for Roberto Clemente!! Rickin: And a big one, if it happens. It seems los Mercenarios have found themselves permanent employment. Hugo: Almost! Chicky will have to pay them first! Rickin: They served him well for the tournament. I imagine he will. Hugo: Chicky doesn't like to throw money away! We'll see! Rickin: I suppose we will. I don't know what to expect as we see los Pastores come out. Hugo: Hopefully los Tejanos know better than to interrupt their flag salute! Rickin: If they were in the building last week I doubt they will do anything but watch. Hugo: Do you think that will make any difference?!? Rickin: No idea. I've never understood what motivated los Pastores. Hugo: Maybe they just like chaos and do everything they can to create it? Rickin: That's as close as I have ever come to any real idea myself. Hugo: Here they go with the flag! I think they do this to make their opponents mad. Rickin: That seems about right. Hugo: It certainly makes the crowd angry! Rickin: I imagine the earlier attack on Invader 3 helps there. Hugo: It would. Los Pastores are done quickly and rush the ring to attack los Tejanos! Rickin: Referee Tomas Marin has called for the bell. Los Tejanos vs. Los Pastores Los Pastores are dominant, but get DQed for using the flag pole. Ayala, Invader 1 and Colon run htem off with chairs. Los Tejanos win by DQ in 2:58 when los Pastores begin using the flagpole. Rickin: More of the same. Hugo: I hope los Pastores are not in the building for the main event or it won't last long! Rickin: It would gaurantee Ron and Chicky Starr hanging on to their belts. Hugo: I don't think Chicky wants los Pastores anywhere near after what happened with Bruiser Brody! Rickin: That's...probably true. We'll be back after these messages with los Super Medicos at the desk before their match. (Commercial Break) 17:00-24:00 Rickin: We're back fans. We have received word again that los Pastores have been removed from the building. Los Super Medicos have made their way to the desk. You two had a tough loss to los Primos Starr with Super Medico 2 injured at the hands of the Starrs as well. Medico 1: Super Medico 2 was due to retire very soon anyway, but he's been a good partner for a long time. I hate seeing him go out like this and the Starrs will pay! Rickin: Los Invaders have already signed a contract to battle los Primos Starr on April 19th. We'll have to see how badly injured Invader 3 is before we know whether or not that match takes place. Medico 1: I have this feeling that if Invader 3 is even close to recovered he will be there. Invader 2 was injured by the Starrs as well. In the meantime I will be tagging with Super Medico 3. We will be sharpening up our teamwork for when we getthe opportunity to get our revenge on the Starrs. RIckin: It takes time to build tag team chemistry and make the teamwork smoother. Medico 1: It does. Super Medico 3 and I have teamed before. Twelve men have teamed with me as a Super Medico before and there is some level of comfort with al of them. For a team like the Starrs, Super Medico 3 and I will need to be on the same page all match. We will be spending some time preparing for that match, whether it comes in April or later. Rickin: I wish you luck in that endeavor. Medico 1: Thank you Rickin, but it will take dedication, hard work and repetition to get that done. We have no shortage of any of those things. Los Super Medicos head to the ring to cheers from the crowd, stopping to greet some fans along the way. Rickin: A tough task ahead for los Super Medicos. Hugo: Yes! Teams need time to gel, even if they have teamed some before. Super Medico 3 won't be in the same places or use the same moves as Super Medico 2. Rickin: As Super Medico 1 mentioned, they should be able to get used to one another over time. Hugo: That is really what it takes! After you have tagged with a man enough you know how they wrestle. You know where they need you to be and how to best complement them. It's what separates great tag teams from good ones. It is also the difference between a tag team and two stars who are teaming together. Rickin: It is also why some wrestlers struggle in a singles environment. Hugo: Yes. When you are used to a man covering your weak spots or saving you from an opponent, it can be difficult to finish out matches in singles competition. Rickin: There is the bell, we are ready to start. Mr. X & Y vs. Super Medico 1 & 3 Medicos work together well enough, but spend a bit more times than they ought to in the ring without tagging. Mr. X takes advantage on 3, but is cut off by a backdrop. Medico 3 tags in Medico 1, who scoops 3 up and slams him down on top of X for the 3. Super Medicos by pinfall in 5:49 with a slam/senton combination Rickin: Not as smooth as 1 and 2, but it worked. Hugo: They need work before they are ready for los Primos Starr! Rickin: They said as much before the match, but I agree. Luckily they have time. Up next we'll hear from Carlitos Colon before our big main event. Hugo: I don't think Ayala and Colon can take the titles from Ron and Chicky! They are not enough of a team!! Rickin: I don't think you want to miss what's coming up fans. We'll be right back. (Commercial Break) 24:00-33:00 Rickin: Welcome back fans. None other than Carlitos Colon has joined me at the desk. We have seen a lot in the last few weeks, we know what is foremost on your mind though. Colon: Ron and Chicky Starr crossed a line! What they did to Invader 2 is unacceptable! Rickin: If you listen to Chicky Starr, what Hercules Ayala did to Al Madril is the catalyst for that happening. Colon: Hercules Ayala breaking Al Madril's leg was due to Madril's endless taunting after putting Victor Jovica out of the WWC for the last few months. You may have noticed that Hercules took that whole situation very personally. Rickin: And it appears that Chicky Starr took Madril's leg being broken just as personally. Colon: That might be true. He also might just be using it as an excuse to do something he intended to do anyway. Either way, it doesn't end there! Tonight Hercules Ayala and I will make sure Ron and Chicky Starr don't keep the Caribbean Tag Championships any longer. Rickin: If the Sports Shop is any indication, Chicky Starr seems to be getting ready for a fight. Colon: He has always been smart. He knows we are coming for him and he's going to be ready for us. But that won't stop us from avenging our fallen brother! Los Pastores have something to answer for as well. Rickin: It's never good to fight too many enemies at once and you seem to have no shortage these days. In addition to Chicky Starr's corporation and los Pastores, it's likely Bam Bam will want the Universal Championship sooner rather than later. Colon: And I'll be ready to take him on. He has proved himself to be a very tough man in addition to his size and strength. And if Bruiser Brody comes back without Chicky Starr as his manager I will deal with that too! Rickin: Brody was out of control in Guaynabo. Not difficult to believe given that it was Bruiser Brody. Colon: Not at all. He is difficult enough to fight when he stays within the confines of the wrestling ring. It's another story when he's rampaging around ringside. But I will continue to fight whatever fight I need to for all of these fans! It's like I told Ric Flair. This belt (points to the Universal Championship) is a symbol of hope for the Puerto Rican people! I defend it with pride knowing that! Not for me, but for all of these people! Colon raises the belt above his head and begins to work his way through the adoring crowd back to the aisle where Invader 1 and Hercules Ayala wait. Rickin: Carlitos seems like he is pretty emotional about Invader 2's injury. Hugo: Both he and Invader 1 probably think they could have done more. Rickin: That is very likely. It is something Chicky Starr will try to manipulate. Hugo: Don't forget that Hercules Ayala and Carlitos are not regular tag partners. That will work against them as well! Rickin: Both are accomplished singles wrestlers and hold titles. That might be enough to tip the scales in their favor. Hugo: Sometimes it works out like that. Most times the more experienced team will win. Rickin: Both are no strangers to the odds being stacked against them. Ayala and Colon have reached the ring, and the crowd lets us know that Ron and Chicky Starr are on their way to the ring. And Al Madril Hugo: Chicky seems to be enjoying showing off his belt to the crowd! Rickin: I think we all knew he would. Chicky has always wanted the adoration of the crowd. Hugo: It's starting to look like he'll take the opposite as well... Rickin: He is starting to look more like a man who thrives on the crowd hating him. Perhaps winning the tag titles with his cousin has given him a confidence boost. Hugo: I never saw Chicky as the type to need a confidence boost! Rickin: The idea is not the most pleasant. Madril is in a very pleasant mood given his condition. Hugo: It's hard to bring Al down! Ron and Chicky are handing him the belts. I am starting to wonder if he's not here to- Rickin: Referee Victor Qunionez has called for the bell and we're off. Hercules Ayala & Carlitos Colon vs. Los Primos Starr © for the NWA WWC Caribbean Tag Team Championships Ayala and Colon are on fire early, bouncing both Starrs around the ring. Colon gets too close to the Starrs corner after being baited by Chicky and is the victim of double teams by the Starrs. Colon is bloodied by Ron outside the ring using the ringpost. Chicky cuts off a comeback attempt by Colon with a blatant low blow from his knees. Colon with a reverse kick to the groin to Chicky but he can't make the tag as Ron cuts him off. A jumping headbutt knocks Ron down but Colon is to dazed to make the tag right away. He barely makes the tag as Chicky takes a tag from Ron and Ayala comes in hot. He bounces off the ropes and takes a brutal shot from Madril with the crutch at ringside. Ron hits the ring and DDTs Ayala before laying into Colon with right hands. Colon fires back, but can't get over to break up Chicky's cover on Ayala. The Starrs win the match by pinfall. Los Primos Starr by pinfall in 16:24 with a brainbuster DDT Hugo: What a match! And I KNEW it!! Al was here for revenge! Rickin: The Starrs are shielding him from a very angry Invader 1 and Carlitos Colon. Hugo: Al better make a break for it! Well as much as he can because there is a brawl about to start! RIckin: It looks like los Mercenarios have come out to protect Madril as the fight breaks out between the Starrs, Invader 1 and Colon. And Ayala is coming to in the ring. We have to go fans. Be sure to tune in next week.

That was a top to bottom amazing card. Second match in had White getting revenge on Sullivan with help from Sarge and things never slowed down.

Tonga vs. Borne is my match of the night with the crazy main event tag right behind.

Baron in Wright's army is a great fit. Roadies going after the Andersons should be great. The Koloffs are about as happy as Koloffs get I guess. Loved Cornette here.