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I agree with AD, these behind the scenes reports give us a look into the entire Japanese wrestling scene. I know IRL, most Japanese wrestlers just came in for dates in the US and weren't on US rosters full time. Since we didn't have a Japan promotion in our game, I figured using Japanese wrestlers on our rosters was a great way to showcase their tremendous talents. I try to put in some type of realism by making sure Tsuruta and Fujinami always go back to Japan for extensive tours. If you ever want to use these guys for anything, just let me know.

Enjoyed the opening as Bert puts a closure on his Memphis feud. If I worked in Memphis, I think I would give Bert a call. He doesn't seem like a bad guy to work for. Damn! A lot goes down with a double turn. The Renestos putting on hoods is so awesome, while Reno seals his heel turn. I have to admit, the Renestos are quickly becoming my favorite team in the game. Man, it's good to see Hickerson back in the game as an authority figure. Good call here. Hmmmm, Hickerson might have to have a word with Danny Davis. I do like Lee playing the knock off Flair gimmick here. Hey, it worked great for Landel hahaha. In one show, Reno has become the top heel. The turn and now brings in Combs, oh I mean Princess Dee. This is great stuff. Music City is a blast to read. Keep up the great work.

AWA TV @ The Hammond Center 1-12-89 Larry Nelson: Hello everybody and welcome to AWA Major League Wrestling. We hope you enjoyed our SuperClash recap show last week. What an unbelievable and historic event that was. I want to wish everybody a happy new year and we've got a tremendous show to kick off 1989. In our TV title contender's match tonight, the 2 names drawn were Pat Rose and Randy Rose. That's right, the tag team partners and cousins will wrestle for a shot at the TV title next week. Also tonight, The Bruisers and Tom Brandi will face Dream Machine's stable, the Mean Machine and Gary Young. Also in action will be the newly crowned Mid American Champ Paul Orndorff, AWA Southern champ Larry Cameron and we'll also hear from the AWA world tag team champs The Guerreros. Before we get to the action, my guests at this time are Ray Stevens and his client, the new AWA world champion, Jumbo Tsuruta. Stevens comes out wearing jeans, a studded belt buckle and a brown suit jacket. Jumbo is decked out in a black suit, with the world title on his shoulder. Nelson: Ray Stevens, at SuperClash your client Jumbo Tsuruta defeated Nikita Koloff to become the AWA world champion. However, there was controversy. We all saw Sgt. Slaughter literally electrocute Nikita with a stun gun. Stevens: Hold it right there! I told you and everybody out here that Jumbo would win the world title and he did! And what do you do? Instead of congratulating him, you ruin his moment by talking about some kind of controversy. Nelson: Ok, I do apologize, congratulations are in order. Jumbo Tsuruta is an incredible wrestler and I do congratulate him. I didn't mean to take anything away from him and the tremendous feat he accomplished. Stevens: You're a fast learner Nelson. Don't ever make the mistake again. As for this so called controversy. We have nothing to do with Sgt. Slaughter and his actions. If Nikita is an enemy of Slaughter, that's not our concern. Now, this man right here (points to Jumbo) will be the most dominant world champion in the history of wrestling. We're ready for all challengers and so called contenders. Nobody can stop this human wrecking machine, so get ready for the most historic world title reign ever. The reign of Jumbo Tsuruta has begun. The question is, will the AWA be ready for it. Jumbo lifts his title high. Commercial Break AWA Mid-American Champ 'Mr. Wonderful' Paul Orndorff vs. Sam Smith Orndorff has the fans up and cheering as he hits the piledriver for the win. The fans cheer louder as Orndorff raises his newly won title up in the air. Nelson: Congratulations on your SuperClash Mid American title victory over Larry Zbyszko. Orndorff: I have to admit, it felt so good piledriving Zbyszko's fat head on this title, that he's hit me three times with. Zbyszko! I told you I was going to get payback and I did! Zbyszko, if you want another shot, be my guest and that goes for any other wrestler in the AWA! Commercial Break 'The Foreman' Spike Huber vs. Todd Rooney Huber makes his return to the AWA. He's in full construction man gimmick as he comes out wearing a construction helmet, flannel shirt and jeans, while also carrying a sledgehammer. He looks crisp in the ring. He hits an airplane spin and follows with a standing fist drop for the win. Commercial Break Nelson: Fans, my guest at this time is a true legend in this sport. Please welcome out Bullet Bob Armstrong. The fans cheer as Armstrong walks out in jeans and a collared shirt. Armstrong: Larry, it's great to be here in the AWA. I've had an amazing career and I still have a lot more in the tank. I'm looking to face the best the AWA has to offer. There's a stir from the crowd as Austin Idol struts out. Nelson: Austin Idol, I wasn't expecting you. Idol: Always expect the unexpected from the Universal Heartthrob. I just listened to what old Bobby Boy here was saying and I have to admit it made me chuckle a bit. Look Bobby Boy, you have had a great career but the AWA doesn't need a guy like you around. Let's face it, you're a little past your prime, well, you're a lot passed your prime. The AWA needs somebody cool and fresh, someone with charisma. That defines Austin Idol darling. I'm pumped up and ready to go in the AWA. So, Bobby Boy, why don't you go home and take up a hobby. You know, enjoy the retired life before you get hurt. Armstrong: Hang on Idol. Why don't you find out if I'm past it. If you want, we can step in the ring and we both can both find out if I still have it. Heck, I'm willing. What do you say? Idol: Whoa, whoa, whoa, just relax Bobby. I was just having some fun. I'll take off. It's all good darling. Idol pats Armstrong on the shoulder and leaves. Nelson: Well Bob, it appears Austin Idol was...Watch out! From behind, Idol hits Armstrong over the head with a trashcan! Nelson: Just what the hell are you doing?!?! Idol: I told you I was pumped up darling! Commercial Break Nelson: I can't believe what Austin Idol just did. He better be ready because he just made an enemy in Bob Armstrong. Joining me now is the Vin Man. You returned at SuperClash and I hear you have yourself a new tag team to debut. Vin: Oh Larbo, did you miss me? I sure missed you buddy. I'm back and feeling oh so good, and here's why. Let me introduce you to my brand new tag team. Here is Scott Putski and Derrick Dukes, and they'll be known as, are you ready? Vinergy! That's right. Not energy, not synergy but Vinergy. That name was invented by me. So, get ready for Vinergy...YEA! Vinergy (Scott Putski and Derrick Dukes w/The Vin Man vs. Sal Ruby and Gale Gershwin Vinergy come out wearing bright orange trunks, orange kneepads and even orange wrestling boots. Vinnie is wearing a bright orange Hawaiian style shirt. Vinergy are in sync tonight and show good chemistry. Putski puts Ruby down with the Polish Hammer, then tags in Dukes. Putski hoists Ruby up and holds him in a bearhug position as Dukes nails Ruby with a missile dropkick for the win. Commercial Break Dream Machine, Gary Young and Mike Miller are with Nelson. Dream: Boys, I have a lot to say and I know this is bad timing because Rip Oliver has abruptly left the AWA. I have something earth shattering going on and I'll announce everything soon. All I can say is that after my successful return at SuperClash, I knew the ring is where I belong. Nelson: Just how hard did Ron Lyle hit you? Dream: Shut up Larry! Gary, Mike, I won't leave you hanging and I'll explain everything later on. But right now, you need a partner for tonight and I have found a partner who will team with you. My main man Chicky Starr is back and ready to help. Come on out Chicky. Gary and Mike are trying to process all this. Dream hugs Chicky and quickly exits. Mike and Gary follow Chicky into the ring. 'The Fortunate One' Gary Young, Mean Mike Miller and Chicky Starr vs. The Bruisers and 'Thrilling Tom Brandi We get a fun match. The Bruisers put their strength and power to use as Brandi adds in his high octane offense. It takes Miller, Young and Starr a few minutes to gel, but they eventually start working well together. Miller is relentless with his brutal rule breaking. Young brings in his technical skills and Starr makes sure he shines. All 6 men end up in the ring. During the melee, Starr hits a corkscrew elbow drop on Brandi but Busick grabs Starr and pounds away. Strong and Miller are fighting in the corner. Young picks up Brandi for a bodyslam, but Brandi cradles him 1..2..3!! Big Pop! The babyfaces clean house. The fans cheer as the Bruisers hold up Brandi's arm in victory. Commercial Break Nelson: Fans, my guest at this time is (deep breath) Skandor Akbar. Boos as Akbar comes out. He argues with some fans before walking over to Nelson. Nelson: Skandor, you have quite the reputation and I'm sure you have reasons for coming to the AWA. Akbar: Very keen observation Larry Nelson. I'm here in the AWA to cause destruction and devastation! Devastation Inc. is in the AWA. I am putting together the strongest faction known to man. Let me give you a glimpse. The first member of Devastation Inc. is the current AWA southern champion, Lethal Larry Cameron! Now just watch what he does in the ring. AWA Southern Champ 'Lethal' Larry Cameron w/Skandor Akbar vs. Neil Jordan Cameron just destroys his opponent and finishes things off with an over the shoulder back breaker! Akbar raises Cameron's arm as Cameron holds up his title with his other arm. Commercial Break Nelson: I fear for the AWA with Devastation Inc. here. My goodness. Ok, joining me now are the AWA world tag team champs, Hector and Chavo Guerrero. There's some boos as the Guerreros come out smiling. Nelson: You two retained the world tag titles at SuperClash against the Fantastics. However, your tactics were a little questionable. Hector: Wait a minute Larry. Who won the match? Nelson: Well, you did. Chavo: And who are the world champions? Nelson: Again, you are. Hector: Then that's all that matters. Before Nelson can ask another question, the Guerreros are laughing while they walk away. Commercial Break Sgt. Slaughter vs. Jimmy Knowls Massive heat for Slaughter but he stays relentless and wins the match with the Cobra Clutch. Nelson: Sgt. Slaughter, what you did to Nikita Koloff at SuperClash was inexcusable and unforgivable. Nikita will be out of action for quite some time. Slaughter: Listen up you Puke! You and all these maggots out here should be on your hands and knees thanking me. I have rid the AWA of that no good commie. He was doing nothing but making you weak. He made the AWA weak. Now you have a world champion you can be proud of. As for you Nikita Koloff, I told you I was going to eradicate you from wrestling and I did! Mission accomplished. I've checked you off my list and now it's time to eliminate the next victim on my list. This person will find out soon enough what Sgt. Slaughter is capable of. The fans start chanting Nikita Nikita Nikita! Slaughter: Say his name all you want, but he isn't coming back! He's been dismissed! Commercial Break Nelson: Fans, as you all know, the AWA travels around the world. I want to wish El Canek good luck on his current tour of Mexico. I'm sure now that he's put an end to all that bounty business, he'll be quite successful. Speaking of that, I hear that Greg Gagne will need to go through another round of physical therapy. Good luck Greg. I also want to say that after Terry Gordy is all healed up from his SuperClash wounds, he'll be touring Japan. What a bloody battle he had with Kerry Von Erich in the cage at SuperClash. Speaking of battles, I want to wish Carlos Colon a speedy recover. Buzz Sawyer literally snapped and broke his neck with the chain at SuperClash. It was one of the most horrifying things I've ever witnessed. Before we... The fans cheer as Superstar Bill Dundee runs out. Nelson: Bill Dundee! This is a surprise! Dundee: Hello Larry, I won't take up much time. I'm just so excited, I couldn't control myself. I had to come out here and say that Superstar Bill Dundee is back in the AWA and that's a fact Jack! WHOOOOOO WEEEEEEE Have Mercy! Commercial Break Nelson: Before we get to our TV title contender's match, my guest now is the current AWA TV Champion, Brian Adias. Adias struts out in a pink tank top and sunglasses, with the title on his shoulder. Nelson: Brian, up next Pat and Randy Rose will wrestle for a shot at your title next week. Before we get to that, I have to ask you about SuperClash. It appeared to me and all the fans, that Raquel Welch forgot your name. I thought you two were good friends. Adias: Larry, you are a real dummy aren't you? That was a comedy act, you fool. You obviously are clueless about acting. Raquel and I had that planned. We're set to do a comedy movie together and we wanted to try out some comedy at SuperClash. Everybody laughed and so it worked. Now, as for the Rose cousins, I don't care who wins, because neither man is a serious challenger for my title. However, the AWA needs ratings and Brian Adias gives them that, so I'll be here next week to give a ratings boost. I'm gone! Nelson: You're not even going to stick around for the match? Adias: I'm a busy man. I've got better things to do. Winner gets an AWA TV Title shot next week Pat Rose vs. Randy Rose The match starts with a handshake and hug. The first few minutes are even as both men trade moves, takedowns and takeovers. Each man has several pin attempts, but both stay alive. Pat gets control and dropkicks Randy down. Randy staggers up as Pat scoop slams him down. Pat swings off the ropes and goes for an elbow drop but Randy moves. Randy suplexes Pat and follows with a delayed knee drop 1..2..Kick Out. Randy swings Pat to the ropes and goes for a clothesline but Pat ducks, swings back and hits a flying press but Randy carries the momentum over and hooks Pat 1..2..3! Randy helps Pat up. The two shake hands and Pat raises Randy's arm in victory. The fans cheer the family sportsmanship.

AWA releases Black Bart, Rip Oliver, Gama Singh, Tiger Jeet Singh and Timothy Flowers AWA picks up Bill Dundee, Sweet Brown Sugar, George Takano and Skandar Akbar I would also like to keep Ray Stevens and Vinnie Valentino on as managers

The Royal Rumble is shaping up nicely. Hogan has left a huge void but there's a lot of depth in your roster. I could see more than one person stepping up. The highlight for me was Tommy Rich. It's so surreal seeing him in the WWF, especially with all the history he has in our game. I'm sure you have some fun things planned for him.

AWA Update Strike while the Iron's hot Needless to say, the Hogan/Orndorff conversation has been the hottest topic in the AWA. Behind the scenes, Greg Gagne has been a busy man. He talked with Orndorff about the conversation and asked Orndorff if there was even a slight chance Hogan would consider coming to the AWA. Orndorff told Gagne, Hulk's a business man, and if the right deal's on the table, he would at least consider it. Greg then had dinner with Verne. Greg told his dad this could be a once in a lifetime opportunity for the AWA. Greg finally convinced Verne to let him call Hulk. Well, that call was made. Reports say Greg and Hogan had a long and friendly conversation. Hogan told Greg about some things that went on up north, while Greg told Hogan about the big plans the AWA had for the upcoming year. Then Greg finally asked "Hulk, what would it take for you to come work for the AWA?" Hogan told Greg his biggest business concern was his merchandise and also the promoting of his upcoming movie No Holds Barred. Greg told Hogan, he's sure that both sides could come to an agreement. Greg then told Hogan that Verne has loosened his grip on things and then asked Hogan if he would be willing to meet with Verne. Hogan responded with "Ok Greg, I would be willing to meet with Verne." Sources say that historic meeting will take place next week at Verne's house. It all boils down to if these two can let the past go, work things out and move on. Verne is all about making money and Hulk Hogan is nothing but money. It seems like a perfect fit...right? Stay tuned

The UWF is on fire right now and has some major plans for 1989. I love these behind the scenes articles. I especially loved reading about the Backlund situation.

Too bad about the loading problems, but I can tell Maple Leaf Wrestling will be a lot of fun. I think Neidhart can be a top guy here. You've got a nice blend of hometown talent, woman and some international stars. A lot of potential here.

Glad you rectified the Perez/Sawyer match. Perez blows the feud off while another Sawyer emerges. Boogie Woogie Man makes sure his return is more memorable than Uncle Ivan's. Slater and Manny will be a fun hard hitting southern type feud. Street showing nice sportsmanship to his fellow countryman. Damn, Ron Fuller gives Baby Doll the ultimate stud. The tag teams get a nice showcase tonight. The fastest way to a title shot is pin the champ in a tag match. Snuka did just that. Worldwide Master Blasters destroy their opponents. Looks like SSM wants some gold. He deserves a shot. SuperBrawl 2 should be a dandy.

This report has sent shockwaves across the AWA Newly crowned AWA Mid-American Champ Paul Orndorff was working out in a gym in Tampa when guess who walked in? None other than the immortal HULK HOGAN! Needless to say, Hogan caused a lot of heads to turn. Sources reported that Hogan and Orndorff had a long work out together. During that work out, Hogan unloaded a lot off his chest to Orndorff about what happened up north. Hogan vented to Orndorff for over an hour. After Orndorff processed all this, he paused and then told Hogan he should really think about giving the AWA a call. Hogan laughed it off. Orndorff explained to Hogan that Verne has really changed and he's got big plans for the AWA. Orndorff told Hogan he could really make a lot of money in the AWA. Once again Hogan laughed at the thought of going back to work for Verne. The conversation got serious when Orndorff stopped his work out, looked Hogan in the eye and said "Would I joke about money?" After a long pause, Hogan and Orndorff went into the sauna to continue their conversation. After word of this got to the AWA, sources say, Verne, Greg and Gerry Morrow had a private meeting. Signing Hogan would be monumental for the AWA and change its entire landscape. In other words, it would be the biggest move in AWA history, maybe even in pro wrestling history. However, we all know the history with Verne and Hogan. A lot of pride there. Verne indeed has changed a lot over the past year. He's looking to take the AWA worldwide and is also trying to work that TV deal with Sports Channel America. One thing he knows for sure is that Hulk Hogan can make all this happen. The name Hulk Hogan can take the AWA to heights never imagined. Wow, Hulk Hogan in the AWA? Could this actually happen?

Austin paying his dues, but one thing about PCW is they give the young guys some shine. Well, Jackal gets the majority vote and it doesn't look like Cactus is too keen on him. Haynes has put together one ruthless stable. Speaking of stables, the Playboy club has found an ace. Rainbow Warriors are quickly becoming contenders. Gunn shows what he can do, but having DDP in Adams corner is the difference. Portland, Damn, the Oregon wrecking crew is going to wreck havoc. Scotty gets focused and even surprises Bret a bit. I hope Bret can keep Austin calm. He looks like he's really down on himself. Big win for the FOJ. Dustin and Regal might have to go at it again. Windham is literally unstoppable. Eugene, Mike's powerbomb is pretty awesome. Blackman is as intense as ever, maybe a little more this time around. The New Generation are going to excite PCW fans all year long. Steamboat and Hennig put on another classic. How can you go wrong booking these guys in a match. Dreamboats find out why the Midnights hold the gold. Even after a night of incredible action, Pillman always delivers in the main event.

This week's AWA TV show is a SuperClash 3 recap. The AWA has given its wrestlers a vacation break but will return next week to kick off 1989.

Well, I never thought it would happen but the era of HulkaMania in the WWF has ended. This is very interesting. On one hand, it's no doubt a huge blow to the WWF. On the other hand, the door is wide open for others, especially Savage and Warrior. The Demolition/Rockers storyline has gotten over big time and what perfect timing. I'm looking forward to the Royal Rumble. I'm sure the WWF has big plans for the winner. If there's one man who can rebound from Hogan leaving, it's Mr. McMahon. I can just see his wheels spinning.

More News from the AWA The AWA was dealt with a major blow, because Kerry Von Erich has left. Kerry gave his notice 2 weeks before SuperClash. Word is he received an offer from another promotion that he simply couldn't refuse. Verne had high hopes for Kerry and hoped he could convince him to stay. The two were talking all the way up until SuperClash. An agreement couldn't be reached. After SuperClash, Verne and Kerry parted with a handshake. This no doubt hurts the AWA, especially with their plans to go worldwide. Kerry Von Erich was going to play a major factor in those plans. No doubt about it Verne is extremely disappointed but isn't panicking. He's going full steam with his global plans and international stars as well as banking on his big names Nikita Koloff, Paul Orndorff and Sgt. Slaughter. Also, the AWA is counting on familiar and recognized names like Bob Armstrong, the Guerreros, Fantastics, Leo Burke, Austin Idol and Dory Funk Jr. to do their part in keeping the old school homegrown fanbase intact. Another reason the departure of Kerry stings is because the AWA is currently trying to close an exclusive TV deal with Sports Channel America, which is in affiliation with Cablevision. SCA recently secured an exclusive deal with the NHL and wants Pro Wrestling to be a part of their programing. Cable companies want star power and Kerry Von Erich was exactly the kind of name they wanted to advertise. This could be a deal breaker. The AWA had a tremendous 1988 and knows that in order to play with the big boys, they need to keep moving forward. Can they do it? Stay tuned.

I agree with AD. Great job in setting things up for the new year. I loved all the behind the scenes news and happenings. With a long list of strong babyfaces, Flair will draw a lot of money working with these guys. I also think the tag team division is strong enough to draw big houses. Tully and Arn vs. RnR Express is a main event anywhere. Your roster is stacked and Jarrett has a lot to work with here. The Mayhem battle royal is going prove how loaded WCW is. Props to you for making WCW a powerhouse player in our world.

Vancouver, This mask man is starting to irk Cactus. Spicoli keeps bringing the fight but tonight belonged to Ace. Lynn is quickly becoming a LHW contender. I think Regal will be just fine on his own. Steamboat vs. Chono is worth the price of admission. It took some doing but Windham retains over a game Adams. Big Weekend for the champ. Kelowna, LOL, who is this masked man? Perfect and Adams pick up wins. These two are at the top of their games. 89 could be Lee's breakout year. My guys the Patriots are always in the hunt but seem to get screwed in title bouts. Pillman shines again in the main event. PCW will be on fire in 89!

Nothing like kicking off the new year with a high stakes battle royal. The Patriots issued the challenge and then we get a big surprise with Baby Doll and Badd Co. I see gold coming their way. And right off the bat, we know the Master Blasters are some intimidating dudes. JJ promised the Nature Boy and he delivers. Welcome back Budro! The tag team scene is going to be competitive in 89. The Bees/Eliminators match proves that. I always loved the music videos hyping a wrestler. I'm pumped for Boogie Woogie Man. Nobody gets up from a loaded headbutt. Orton gets a rematch with Garvin and we've got our first big feud of the year with Slater and Manny. The NWA's year is off to an exciting start!

PCW's tag division just got a shot of more adrenaline with the Dreamboats. After tearing the house down, it looks like Candido wants to band together some LHWS. Mike's debut was awesome! AHHHHHH ok, the Oregon name makes total sense now. Billy Jack and his men are going to wreck havoc in PCW. Well, if Bret says this Austin kid has potential, good enough for me. Oh man, things are going to get eerie and weird in PCW. The new Footloose gets the big win but watch out for this little leprechaun. I said PCW was going to get weird and I have to admit I like the craziness the Juice Crew brings. Billy Gunn arrives and has already made some powerful friends. And you need friends here. Tenryu puts down Payne but now has a returning Blackman to worry about. Destruction Crew walks away with the titles but Stormfont is on their tails. I have a feeling Austin will be in the thick of things sooner than Bret thinks. Widowmaker starts the year just how he left the last one. You're right, the big question in 1989 is who can end his reign. Austin looks smooth in his debut. Blackman is a machine. The title holders better be on high alert because the Oregon Wrecking Crew is for real. I'm sure Scotty is quite the ladies man, but his flirting costs the Playboy Club. Leprechaun shows what he can do. Candido and crew set some high goals for 89. One thing's for sure, this is one exciting group. Billy Jack is a madman! I'm seeing a big 89 for Bret.

AWA releases Brady Boone, George Takano, Steve Simpson, Dave Haskins, Johnny Rich and Norvell Austin AWA picks up Dory Funk Jr., Chicky Starr, Missing Link, Johnny Smith and Spike Huber

AWA NEWS It seems that Verne Gagne is looking to take the AWA all around the world. The AWA has some pretty lofty goals for 1989 and Verne has acquired the best International talent to help him achieve those goals. Tony St. Clair can open doors in the UK. Carlos Colon is a very powerful man in Puerto Rico. El Canek has a lot of influence in Mexico. Gerry Morrow has ties in Canada. And of course, Jumbo Tsuruta can work some major deals in Japan. Verne has put together all the pieces and is ready to take the AWA to new heights.

WOW! I can't believe it! The Renestos won the tag titles! YES! 1989 is going to be a great year!

AWA puts Larry Zbyszko, Tatsumi Fujinami, Black Bart, Dave Taylor, and the Fantastics on the block.

After reading the dirt sheets. I couldn't wait for this anticipated SNME. Ok, Hogan appears and HulkaMania still seems to be running wild in the WWF. Props to Savage as he somehow manages to walk out with his title. Great finish as Rude pulls one over on Jake. This is a big moment for Rude. Bad News gets some good heat but not for long as Warrior pumps up. And here we go. Well, with not much time to edit, the WWF did the best they could. Muta gets great heat and it looks like we're going to see an incredible Muta/Martel IC title match in the future. If you're setting up Demolition vs. The Rockers, then putting the Rockers over big time tonight was the way to go. So much intrigue going on in the WWF. I'll be reading more from the dirt sheets.

WrestleCade! Here we go! A heated 6 man tag is always a great way to kick off a big event. I could really see Atlas, Reed and Simmons be a babyface force to be reckoned with in 89. I was looking forward to the Morton/Gilbert match. These two are so evenly matched and can give the fans a roller coaster ride. The end leaves more on the table. I'm hoping for a rematch. I have to admit, I loved the Latin Connection. Although their title reign was short, it was memorable. Time to walk down Bad Street. Hahahahahaha, what an in ring debut for Piper. Stays true to his character. I'm wondering how Muraco will respond. This was fun. The world tag title match more than delivered. I'm curious on what is next for Dibiase and Williams. Somethings up with Williams and that injury. Luger was on fire tonight and came out a made man. The bullrope match was chaotic and crazy, the way it was meant to be. I agree with your logic. I've wrote last matches for wrestlers and due to loyalty I wanted them to go out on high notes as well. The Murdoch turn allows Dusty to save face and keeps Funk's heat. Plus, you're right, this gives Murdoch a fresh coat of paint. Him and Funk are going to bring more craziness to WCW. Main event time and of course Flair makes Sting look like a million bucks. The Horsemen are reunited and ready to rock 89. This all works because Sting and Luger are now superstars and WCW will make big money in 89 with them going at it with the Horsemen. You also have the Reed, Atlas and Simmons group that can be a fun filler vs. The Horsemen. I'm also interested in who the 4th horsemen will be. You set the stage well for the next year. Jarrett coming in to replace Herd is something I'm sure a lot of people would've loved IRL. Jarrett definitely has all the pieces in place to work with.

AWA Presents From the McNichols Arena, Denver Co Live on Pay Per View INTERMISSION Larry Nelson: Fans, welcome back to SuperClash 3. I'm just as shocked as you are at the brutality we just witnessed between Terry Gordy and Kerry Von Erich. I'm sure neither man will ever be the same again. Ok, well, we have a lot more action coming your way, so let's get back to the ring. 'Diamond' Timothy Flowers vs. Leo Burke An unfortunate injury kept Dave Taylor from action tonight. However, word got to the AWA that Leo Burke was available and here we are. Flowers is wearing a diamond studded robe as he arrogantly walks to the ring. He stops to admire a chair before entering the ring. Leo Burke is coming off an incredible run in PCW and these fans know him and his reputation well, so he gets a pretty good pop. The bell rings and Flowers offers a handshake. Before Leo can lift his hand, Flowers kicks him and rakes Burke's eyes. Flowers swings Burke into the turnbuckles and follows with a running back elbow smash. Flowers then goes on an onslaught with kicks, punches, chokes and stomps. Flowers slams Burke down, goes to the middle ropes and crashes down with a stomp to the chest 1..2..Kick Out. Flowers grabs Burke's face and starts to stretch it out. Flowers hurls Burke out of the ring. Flowers argues with the Ref and then starts yelling at the fans. Flowers goes out to the apron. Burke starts to rise. Flowers goes for a double axehandle, but Burke hits him in the stomach. Burke hurls Flowers back in the ring. Flowers staggers up as Burke blasts him with a forearm smash. Burke clamps on a headlock and pounds away on Flowers head with several punches. Burke swings Flowers to the ropes and nails him with a flying high knee. Burke hoists Flowers up and vertical suplexes him back. Burke follows with a delayed knee drop 1..2..Kick Out. Burke swings Flowers into the corner and follows with several forearm uppercuts. Burke swings Flowers to the opposite corner and charges in but Flowers lifts his knees as Burke crashes into them. Flowers regroups and is frustrated. Flowers rolls to the outside and grabs a chair. He brings the chair into the ring. The Ref is yelling and warning him. Flowers tells the Ref to shut up. Burke rises as Flowers is set to hit him. Burke kicks Flowers and forearm blasts the chair into Flowers face! Burke grabs Flowers and hits a jawbreaker 1..2..3! The fans cheer as Burke celebrates his AWA debut with them. Winner of the Match- Leo Burke Mr. Olympia and 'The Fabulous One' Steve Keirn vs. 'The Fortunate One' Gary Young and Dream Machine Special Ring Enforcer- Ron Lyle Former heavyweight boxing contender and Denver's own, Ron Lyle gets a big pop as the announcer rattles off his impressive boxing resume. Ron smiles and waves to the fans as he takes his spot outside the ring. Boos as Dream Machine and Gary Young head towards the ring. Young is wearing a shiny silver jacket with 'Fortunate One' written on the back. Dream is wearing a colorful robe with 'I'm Back' written on back. Dream stops in front of Ron Lyle and starts dancing and shadow boxing. He points and warns Lyle to stay out of his face or he'll knock him out. Ron smiles and waves him off. Boos turn to cheers as Olympia and Keirn head down the aisle. Both men are wearing red vests and Olympia is wearing a red mask. As soon as the bell rings we get a pier six brawl. Keirn and Olympia get the upper hand and clothesline Dream and Young over the top rope. Dream staggers up and sees Ron Lyle. Dream starts yelling at Lyle. Lyle rears his fist and Dream staggers back and falls down. The fans laugh as Young helps Dream up and pulls him back as Dream yells at Lyle. The in ring Ref gets some order. Former partners Olympia and Young go at it. Young swings Olympia towards the corner but Olympia reverses it and swings Young hard into the corner. Young staggers out as Olympia back drops him. Olympia drops several consecutive elbow drops on Young. Olympia hops on the middle ropes and crashes down with a fist drop 1..2..Dream breaks it with a stomp. Keirn runs in but Dream hightails it back to his corner. Olympia tags in Keirn. They swing Young to the ropes and put him down with a double back elbow smash. Dream is on the apron yelling down at Lyle. Keirn picks up Young and swings him into Dream. The Ref calls it an official tag. Before Dream can react, Keirn grabs Dream by his head and flings him into the ring. Keirn explodes on Dream with fired up punches. Keirn swings Dream into the corner, where Olympia tags him with a big punch. Keirn punches Dream back into the corner. Keirn hops up on the turnbuckles and punches Dream 10 times as the fans count along. Keirn tags in Olympia. Olympia hops on the turnbuckles and punches Dream 10 times as the fans count along. Olympia hops down. Dream stumbles forward and falls on his face. Olympia suplexes Dream 1..2..Young breaks it. Keirn runs in but the Ref guides him back. Young grabs Olympia's arm and kicks Olympia in the face. Young drags Dream to the corner and tags himself in. From the outside, Lyle gives Young a warning. Young snapmares Olympia over and follows with a running neck snap. Young hoists Olympia up and hits a delayed suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Young works Olympia over with chokes, stomps and knee drops. Young picks up Olympia and tags in Dream. Young holds Olympia as Dream kicks him in the gut. Dream hits a gut wrench suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Dream chokes Olympia on the bottom rope. Dream grabs the top rope and drops several knees on Olympia. Dream picks up Olympia and pushes him into the corner. Dream points down at Lyle. Dream does some foot shuffling and starts punching Olympia. Dream does some dancing and continues to punch Olympia. Dream slams Olympia, swings off the ropes and hits a jumping elbow drop 1..2..Keirn breaks it. Young charges in but Keirn punches him through the ropes. Keirn goes back to his corner and cheers Olympia on. Dream swings Olympia to the ropes and goes for a back drop but Olympia kicks him, dives over and tags in Keirn! The fans cheer as Keirn goes off on Dream with punches. Young runs in but Keirn kicks him, grabs him, grabs Dream and knocks their heads together. Keirn slams Dream and goes to the top rope. Dream staggers up as Keirn nails him with a double axehandle 1..2..Young drops an elbow on Keirn's head. Olympia runs in and punches Young back. While all that is going on, Dream reaches in his mask and pulls out a foreign object. He nails Keirn in the throat with it. Dream rolls over and tags in Young. Keirn staggers up, holding his throat as Young clotheslines him down. Young stomps down on Keirn. Dream is yelling at Young to bring Keirn over. Young swings Keirn hard into the corner. Dream grinds the foreign object into Keirn's face as Young kicks away at Keirn. The fans go wild when Ron Lyle yanks Dream from the apron. Young is yelling down at Lyle. Dream starts to point and yell at Lyle. Dream holds up his fists and tells Lyle he's going to knock him out. Lyle gets his fists up. Olympia sneaks up behind Young and levels him. Olympia then rolls out of the ring and is behind Dream. Dream and Lyle square off. Dream starts dancing, then throws a big right hook. Lyle ducks and punches Dream! Dream falls back and into a sleeper from Olympia! Inside the ring, Young staggers up and sees what's happening on the outside. Before he can go out there, Keirn hits him from behind, grabs him and hits a reverse DDT 1..2..3! Young is out in the ring and Dream is asleep on the outside. After things settle down, Ron Lyle gets in the ring and raises the arms of Keirn and Olympia as the fans cheer. Winners of the Match- Mr. Olympia and Steve Keirn We see a blank screen. A man pops up and turns around. "You're not experiencing technical difficulties so don't change that dial. That's right, the Vin Man is back, yea! Oh and I'm bringing some friends. I'm bringing in the greatest tag team the AWA has ever seen. These guys are young, strong, energetic and smooth. Just wait until you see the Hit Sensations...YEA! Crusher Blackwell vs. Kokina Kokina looks like a beast as he walks to the ring. He gives the camera a menacing stare and then lets out a monstrous yell. Blackwell gets a great reception and looks focused and ready to go. The bell rings and we get a stare down. Kokina lets out a yell and swings but Blackwell blocks it and headbutts Kokina. Kokina is dazed a bit but grabs Blackwell by his hair and headbutts him down. Kokina picks up Blackwell and puts him down with a thrust throat shot. Kokina spreads Blackwell's legs and delivers a diving headbutt to the mid section. Kokina stands up and gives Blackwell and standing leg drop 1..2..Kick Out. Kokina swings Blackwell into the corner and charges in with an avalanche but Blackwell moves and Kokina hits the corner hard. The fans rally Blackwell as he regroups. Kokina staggers up as Blackwell runs over and splashes Kokina back into the corner. Blackwell swings Kokina to the ropes and clotheslines him. Kokina is staggering. Blackwell grabs him and clamps on a bearhug, then rams Kokina into the turnbuckles. Blackwell delivers an impressive belly to belly suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Blackwell picks up Kokina and swings him into the opposite corner. Blackwell charges in but Kokina holds on to the top rope and kicks Blackwell in the face. Blackwell staggers back as Kokina puts him down with a running shoulder block. Kokina slowly walks over, picks up Blackwell and slams him down. Kokina swings Blackwell into the corner and follows with a corner splash. Kokina backs up. Blackwell staggers out. Kokina grabs Blackwell, quickly hoists him up and hits the Samoan Drop 1..2..3! After a few moments, the fans cheer as Blackwell slowly rises to his feet. He's hurting bad but manages to stand. He looks around with tears in his eyes, then gives them a heartfelt wave. Winner of the Match- Kokina CHAIN MATCH! Carlos Colon vs. 'Mad Dog' Buzz Sawyer Sawyer heads into the ring maniacally laughing. On the flip side, if looks could kill, Colon's would. Several officials have to keep Sawyer and Colon apart until the chains are hooked. The officials pull out a 15ft chain and attach it to Sawyer and Colon's wrists. This match will be under pinfall or submission rules. The officials quickly exit as the bell rings. Colon and Sawyer pull into each other and start hitting each other with the chain. Colon gets the upper hand as he wraps the chain around his fist and punches away on Sawyer. Colon unravels the chain, backs up and clotheslines Sawyer with the chain 1..2..Kick Out. Colon wraps the chain around his fist and bloodies Sawyer's face with punches. Colon stands up. Sawyer is able to pull the chain up into Colon's groin area. Colon keels over as Sawyer regroups. Sawyer wraps the chain around Colon's neck and chokes away. Colon's head bleeds as Sawyer mercilessly punches Colon with the chain. Sawyer picks up Colon and drops him with a chain thrust 1..2..Kick Out. Sawyer stands up and waits. Colon slowly rises. Sawyer pulls the chain, but Colon uses the momentum and runs in with a chain shot to Sawyer's head. Colon shakes the cobwebs. Colon starts swinging the chain down and hitting Sawyer's back. Colon picks up Sawyer and hits a back breaker 1..2..Kick Out. Colon picks up Sawyer and body slams him. Colon drags Sawyer to the corner. Colon hops on the middle ropes, wraps the chain around his hand and crashes down with a chained fist drop 1..2..Sawyer gets his foot on the rope. Colon picks up Sawyer, but Sawyer kicks Colon low, bites his forehead and punches Colon with the chain. Both men are bleeding profusely. Sawyer picks up Colon and powerslams him over 1..2..Kick Out. Sawyer's pissed and just starts pounding away on Colon with the chain. Sawyer laughs hysterically as he chokes Colon with the chain. The fans are pumping Colon up. Colon slowly starts to rise and drops Sawyer with a hanging neckbreaker. Colon and Sawyer slowly rise. Colon yanks Sawyer in and short arm clotheslines him with the chain 1..2..Kick Out. Colon goes to the middle ropes, wraps the chain around his elbow and crashes down with a chained elbow drop 1..2..Sawyer gets his foot on the rope. Colon now goes to the top rope. Sawyer slowly rises and yanks the chain which sends Colon off the top rope. Sawyer stomps away on Colon's back. Sawyer drops down, puts his knee on Colons back, wraps the chain around Colon's neck and wrenches back. Colon is spitting up. The fans chant "Carlos" Carlos" Carlos" Colon is shaking his fists as Sawyer keeps wrenching back. Colon is rising up. In an unbelievable moment, Colon gets up and back pedals Sawyer into the turnbuckles! The chain is still around Colon's neck. Colon staggers out of the corner. Sawyer tightens the chain around Colon's neck, swings Colon forward and yanks the chain back. The visual is brutal as Colon's head just snaps back. The fans give out a gasp. Colon just falls back and down as Sawyer covers 1..2..3! Officials and Medics run into the ring. They unhook the chains and immediately attend to Colon. They quickly put a neckbrace on him. The other Medics are wiping the blood from Sawyer's face. Sawyer looks over at Colon and smiles. Winner of the Match- Buzz Sawyer Ken Resnick is standing by ringside Resnick: My goodness fans, I can't believe what just went down between Colon and Sawyer. I'll tell you this, I really hope their war is finally over. We'll hope to give you an update on Carlos Colon's health very soon. Switching gears, my guest at this time promised all of us he would be here tonight at SuperClash. He has not been in an AWA arena since WrestleRock. Please welcome back Greg Gagne. Mass boos as Gagne comes out wearing a black suit and tie. He looks around and just shakes his head at the booing fans. Resnick: Well Greg, welcome back. Gagne: Oh that's real sincere Resnerd. You know how much blood sweat and tears I've spilt for the AWA? And this is the reaction I get. I've spent the last 6 months in physical therapy, thanks to that masked moron El Canek. I beat the odds and here I am. And yet, this is the reaction I get? Resnick: Well Greg, I think it has a lot to do with the bounty you put on El Canek. I mean you're willing to pay 300,000 dollars to end a man's career. Which, by the way, all the bounty hunters have been unable to collect. Gagne: Very funny Resnerd. But see you're an idiot and you're wrong. Let me tell you, these idiotic fans and most of all El Canek something. My mission in 1989 is to put El Canek on the shelf for good. I'm here to announce that I have raised the bounty to 500,000 dollars. Canek will have nowhere to run or hide. Every wrestler in the world will be coming after him. (laughs) 1989 will be the year of the Great Gagne. An official walks up and hands Resnick a note. Gagne: Hey dope, I'm talking, so get lost. The official walks away as Resnick reads the note. Resnick: AHHHH Greg, you might want to hear this. Gagne: Oh jeez, spit it out Resnerd. Resnick: UUUMMM, well, this note says that a bounty has been put on you. For the amount of 1 dollar. Gagne: (cracking up) This is good. Did you set this up Resnerd? A dollar? Really? Come on Resnerd, you could have made it a million. The fans get up and cheer as El Canek slowly walks up and stands behind Greg. Canek holds up a dollar bill and tosses it in front of Greg. Greg looks at the dollar, then turns around. Greg's face turns white with a look of shock and horror. Greg tries to run backwards but trips and falls back. Greg is pleading and begging. Canek picks Greg up and rams him back first into the steel post. Canek does this 2 more times, then flings Greg like a ragdoll into the ring. Canek gets in the ring and delivers 3 backbreakers to Greg. Canek picks up Greg and slams him hard on the mat. Canek rolls Greg on his stomach. Canek goes to the top rope and crashes down with a flying leg drops. Canek repeats this 2 more times. Canek hooks Greg up and applies the Bow and Arrow. Greg passes out. Canek releases the hold. The fans are up and cheering as Canek raises his arms in victory. Greg Gagne is stretchered out of the ring. As the Medics are carrying Gagne up the aisle, they stumble and tip the stretcher over. They put Greg back on and stretcher him out. AWA Mid-American Title Bout 'The Living Legend' Larry Zbyszko (C) vs. 'Mr. Wonderful' Paul Orndorff If Zbyszko gets DQed or Counted Out, he will lose the title Tuff Enough by the Fabulous Thunderbirds plays as Orndorff heads down the aisle in his trademark robe. He gets in the ring and raises his fist to the cheering fans. My Way by Frank Sinatra plays as Zbyszko arrogantly walks down the aisle with a smug look. He enters the ring, opens up his jacket to Orndorff and shows off his title. Orndorff goes at him but the Ref holds him back. The bell rings and Zbyszko quickly exits the ring. The fans boo as Zbyszko circles the ring. He knows he'll lose the title on a countout but likes playing mind games. Zbyszko gets on the apron. He's holding the ropes while arguing with the fans. Orndorff runs over, grabs the ropes and flings Zbyszko back in the ring. Orndorff swings Zbyszko to the ropes and punches him in the mid section. As Zbyszko is keeled over, Orndorff nails him with a knee lift. Zbyszko staggers up as Orndorff clamps on a headlock and punches away. Orndorff releases the headlock, Zbyszko is wobbling and throws a haymaker, Orndorff ducks and atomic drops Zbyszko into the turnbuckles. Zbyszko hits hard and staggers into a German Suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Orndorff picks up Zbyszko and hits a gut wrench suplex, then follows with a front face suplex 1..2..Zbyszko gets his shoulder up. Orndorff picks Zbyszko up but Zbyszko mule kicks him and hurls Orndorff out of the ring. Zbyszko falls down and regroups. Orndorff staggers up and gets on the apron. Zbyszko rises, walks over, grabs Orndorff and snaps his head on the top rope. Orndorff falls to the outside. Zbyszko goes to the outside, picks up Orndorff and swings him into the steel post. Zbyszko grabs Orndorff and slams his head on the apron, then hurls him back in the ring. Zbyszko grabs the top rope and drops several knees on Orndorff. Zbyszko hoists Orndorff up and vertical suplexes him 1..2..Kick Out. Zbyszko swings Orndorff to the ropes and flips him over with a knee to the gut. Zbyszko picks up Orndorff and hits a gut wrench suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Zbyszko berates the Ref. Zbyszko goes for a suplex but Orndorff blocks it and suplexes Zbyszko. Both men are lying side by side. They stagger up. Orndorff kicks Zbyszko and executes a double underhook suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Orndorff swings Zbyszko into the corner and follows with a running shoulder thrust. Orndorff follows with several shoulder thrusts. Orndorff swings Zbyszko into the opposite corner and charges in but Zbyszko moves as Orndorff hits the turnbuckles head on. Zbyszko grabs the ropes and slowly gets up. Orndorff crawls out and is laying on the bottom ropes. Zbyszko goes over and drops several knees on Orndorff's back. Zbyszko kicks Orndorff out of the ring. Zbyszko goes out, hoists Orndorff up and crotch drops him on the guardrail. Zbyszko grabs Orndorff by his hair and hurls him into the ring. Zbyszko hits a backbreaker, then goes to the middle ropes and comes down with a forearm drop but Orndorff moves. Zbyszko is on his knees. Orndorff slowly gets up and stomps away on Zbyszko. Orndorff swings Zbyszko into the ropes and hits a jumping high knee. Zbyszko twirls around and knocks over the Ref. Orndorff picks Zbyszko up. The Ref staggers up as Zbyszko's foot nails him while Orndorff is spinning Zbyszko around and slams him down. Orndorff sees the Ref is down and looks him over. Zbyszko crawls up and lowblows Orndorff. Zbyszko rolls out of the ring and gets his title. He goes back in the ring. Orndorff slowly rises and turns around. Zbyszko takes a swing with his title, Orndorff ducks and punches Zbyszko. The Title falls on the canvas. Orndorff grabs Zbyszko and short arm clotheslines him down. Orndorff hoists Zbyszko up and piledrives his head on the title. The Ref crawls over and counts 1..2..3!!! Mega Pop! Orndorff picks up the title and holds it high as the fans stand up and cheer. Orndorff wipes the sweat from his forehead and flings it down on Zbyszko. The Winner of the Match and NEW AWA Mid American Champ- Paul Orndorff AWA World Tag Team Title Bout The Guerreros (C) vs. The Fantastics ZZ Tops Sharp Dress Man plays as the Fantastics hit the ring wearing sparkling blue vests and blue bow ties. The Guerreros enter the ring wearing their ponchos and sombreros, with the titles around their waists. This match was being billed as a dream match and the first 10 minutes prove it. Both teams put on an absolute clinic as they take turns showing off their elite tag team skills. The teamwork is incredible as the fans witness a true stalemate. Just pass the 10 minute mark, the Guerreros get some momentum as they put Fulton down with a double back elbow smash. Chavo drops an elbow on Fulton 1..2..Kick Out. Chavo tags in Hector. They double suplex Fulton. Hector swings off the ropes and hits a senton 1..2..Kick Out. Hector swings Fulton to the ropes and goes for a back drop but Fulton leap frogs over, dives over and tags in Rogers. Rogers and Hector have a nice exchange. Rogers executes a flying headscissors and keeps things clamped with a scissor lock. Rogers reaches up and tags in Fulton. Rogers keeps the scissorlock on Hector as Fulton comes off the middle ropes with a leg drop. Fulton swings Hector to the ropes and dropkicks him down. Fulton follows with a jumping knee drop 1..2..Kick Out. Fulton tags in Rogers. Fulton swings Hector to the ropes and punches him in the mid section as Rogers follows with a knee lift 1..2..Kick Out. Rogers swings Hector to the corner but Hector jumps on the turnbuckles and hits a reverse flying press. Hector rolls over and tags in Chavo. Chavo works Rogers over, swings him to the ropes and dropkicks him down. Chavo grabs Rogers and hits a belly to back suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Chavo tags in Hector. They swing Rogers to the ropes and double clothesline him down. Hector covers 1..2..Kick Out. Hector tags in Chavo. Hector suplexes Rogers as Chavo swings off the ropes and hits a body splash 1..2..Kick Out. Chavo swings Rogers to the ropes and goes for a dropkick but Rogers holds on to the ropes as Chavo falls to the canvas. Rogers falls over and tags in Fulton. Chavo starts to rise but Fulton sunset flips him 1..2..Kick Out. Fulton follows with a quick cradle 1..2..Kick Out. Fulton swings Chavo to the ropes and back drops him. Fulton goes to the middle ropes. Chavo rises as Fulton nails him with a double axehandle. Fulton tags in Rogers. Fulton atomic drops Chavo into a punch by Rogers 1..2..Kick Out. Rogers swings Chavo to the ropes and dropkicks him. Rogers tags in Fulton. They swing Chavo to the ropes and double hip toss him over and follow with stereo elbow drops 1..2..Kick Out. Fulton swings Chavo to the ropes and goes for a back drop but Chavo kicks him, dives over and tags in Hector. Fulton rises as Hector swings off the ropes and nails him with a flying forearm blast 1..2..Kick Out. Hector swings Fulton into the corner, charges in and executes a monkey flip. Hector swings off the ropes and hits a jumping knee drop 1..2..Kick Out. Hector tags in Chavo. Hector holds Fulton as Chavo comes off the top rope with an elbow to the top of Fulton's head 1..2..Kick Out. Chavo body slams Fulton and tags in Hector. Hector gets in and tags Chavo back in. Hector clamps a full nelson on Fulton. Chavo goes to the top rope. Hector drops back as Chavo nails Fulton with a senton to the chest 1..2..Fulton barley stays alive. The Guerreros get a bit frustrated. Chavo tags Hector back in. Hector swings Fulton to the ropes but Fulton slides under his legs and tags in Rogers. Rogers and Hector trade moves and have a good see saw exchange. Rogers gets the upper hand with a hip toss. Hector gets up as Rogers nails him with a superkick 1..2..Kick Out. Rogers tags in Fulton. They swing Hector to the ropes and hit a double dropkick 1..2..Chavo breaks it with a stomp. Rogers and Chavo start arguing. Cooler heads prevail as the Ref calms things down. Hector and Fulton start things up again. Hector gets the upper hand and starts rattling Fulton with forearm blasts. Hector swings Fulton to the ropes but misses a clothesline. Fulton swings back and hits a Thesz Press. As Hector falls back, Chavo (from the apron) grabs Fulton's head and snaps it down on the top rope. Hector puts his feet on the ropes and pushes Fulton's legs forward 1..2..3!! Rogers is a second to late. Rogers is tending to Fulton and questioning the Guerreros. The Guerreros shrug their shoulders and point to their titles before walking away. Winners of the Match and STILL AWA World Tag Team Champs- The Guerreros Resnick: That was a match for the history books. It looked like the Guerreros used some questionable tactics but they are indeed still your world tag team champs. Fans, before we get to our main event. I have a special guest. Please welcome the current AWA Southern Champion Lethal Larry Cameron. Cameron walks out wearing a suit and doo rag on his head. The title is on his shoulder. Resnick: Larry, I know the CWA is going through some difficulties which is why we couldn't get your title match signed. However, you do in fact hold a recognized AWA title. I've been told that AWA will make a decision regarding the future of your title. Cameron: There's nothing to talk about. This here title says I'm an AWA champion and there isn't a damn thing anybody can do about it! I'm here in the AWA to defend this title and crack skulls. If there's anybody out there man enough to take this title, come on and try! Cameron holds up the title with pride. Resnick: Ok, there you have it. Back to you Larry Nelson. Nelson: Thank you Ken. Fans, SuperClash 3 has been an event of epic proportions. I want to remind you that our next pay per view event will happen in April as Champagne Slam returns. No doubt about it, we'll be talking about SuperClash 3 for years to come. Next week we'll have a full recap show. But right now, it's time for our main event. AWA World Title Bout 'The Russian Nightmare' Nikita Koloff (C) vs. Jumbo Tsuruta w/Ray Stevens It's a main event feel as we get a light show. The spotlight goes to the top of the aisle. Ray Stevens comes out wearing blue jeans and a black Jumbo Tsuruta T-Shirt. He stops and motions behind him. Jumbo walks out wearing a kimono robe. Ray leads Jumbo down the aisle. Jumbo has a stoic look and his eyes are focused. Welcome to the Jungle by Guns n Roses blasts as Nikita walks out to a huge ovation. He's wearing a black and red singlet. The title is around his waist as he walks down the aisle with determination on his face. The introductions are made. Nikita and Jumbo are looking eye to eye. Stevens is yelling things at Nikita but Nikita is focused on Jumbo. The Ref holds the title high and we're set to go. The bell rings. Stevens gives Jumbo some last minute words and exits. Jumbo and Nikita slowly circle each other and lock up. Jumbo rears back and pushes Nikita into the turnbuckles. Nikita shakes it off. They lock up again. This time Nikita rears back and pushes Jumbo into the turnbuckles. It doesn't seem to faze Jumbo that much. They lock up again. Nikita clamps on a headlock and wrenches away. Jumbo lifts Nikita up and executes a back suplex. Jumbo grabs Nikita and hits a floating double arm suplex. Jumbo lifts up Nikita and hits a delayed vertical suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Stevens applauds as Jumbo picks up Nikita and body slams him down. Jumbo goes to the top rope and crashes down with a knee drop but Nikita moves. Nikita favors his back as he stands up. Jumbo holds his knee and rolls over. He slowly rises but Nikita grabs Jumbo's arm and kicks him in the chest. Nikita executes a gut wrench suplex 1..Kick Out. Nikita swings Jumbo into the corner and works him over with stiff uppercuts and kicks. Nikita swings Jumbo to the ropes, kicks him in the mid section and follows with a snap suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Nikita picks up Jumbo, runs with him and slams his head on the turnbuckle. Nikita gives Jumbo several rabbit punches to the back, then hoists Jumbo up and hits a German Suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Stevens is yelling up at Nikita. Nikita yells back but knows he needs to stay focused. Nikita picks up Jumbo but Jumbo kicks him and drops him with a reverse neckbreaker. Jumbo rests against the turnbuckles and regroups. Jumbo swings Nikita to the ropes and executes a swinging sidewalk slam 1..2..Kick Out. Jumbo picks up Nikita and hits an overhead suplex. Jumbo grabs Nikita and hits another overhead suplex. Jumbo gets Nikita and hits a 3rd overhead suplex. Jumbo goes to the top rope and crashes down with a knee drop 1..2..Nikita barely gets his shoulder up. Stevens is yelling at the Ref. Jumbo picks up Nikita and hoists him on the turnbuckles. Jumbo hops on the turnbuckles. Jumbo goes for a superplex but Nikita fights it. Nikita keeps punching away at Jumbo. Nikita rears back and sends Jumbo flying off the turnbuckles. Nikita focuses. Jumbo rises as Nikita nails him with a flying shoulder block 1..2..Kick Out. Nikita favors his back and shakes the cobwebs. Jumbo staggers up as Nikita grabs him and hits a fireman's carry slam. Nikita picks up Jumbo and swings him into the corner and follows with a running back elbow smash. Nikita grabs Jumbo and delivers a fallaway slam 1..2..Kick Out. Nikita hops on the middle ropes and crashes down with a forearm drop. Nikita picks up Jumbo and sets him on the turnbuckles. Nikita hops up, gets set and executes a superplex! Nikita covers 1..2..Jumbo survives as Stevens has a meltdown. Nikita goes to the middle ropes. Jumbo slowly staggers up. Nikita lunges off but Jumbo catches him and quickly powerslams him over 1..2..Kick Out. Jumbo regroups. Jumbo swings Nikita to the ropes and nails him with a big boot to the face. Jumbo picks up Nikita and delivers a brainbuster 1..2..NO! Nikita gets his shoulder up. Stevens is pissed and jumping up and down. Jumbo hoists Nikita on the turnbuckles. Jumbo hops up, buckles in and this time delivers a superplex! Jumbo covers 1..2..Nikita somehow gets his shoulder up. Stevens is up on the apron yelling at the Ref. Jumbo chops Nikita into the corner. Jumbo gets behind Nikita and on the middle ropes. Nikita starts elbowing Jumbo. Nikita backs up and keeps giving Jumbo elbow shots. Jumbo winds up on Nikita's shoulders. Nikita spins around and electric chair drops Jumbo to the canvas. Both men are reeling. Jumbo starts to rise. Nikita starts pounding him with punches. Nikita blasts away, then swings Jumbo to the ropes and hits a belly to belly suplex 1..2..Kick Out. Nikita regroups. Nikita swings Jumbo to the ropes but misses a back elbow smash. Nikita runs forward and swings off the ropes as Jumbo swings back. Jumbo hits his lariat as Nikita hits the Russian Sickle! Both men are down and out, lying side by side. Stevens gets on the apron and is yelling at the Ref. The Ref goes over and they have a heated argument. Wait a minute! Here comes Sgt Slaughter! It looks like he has some type of stun gun. Nikita and Jumbo are barely moving. Nikita tries to rise but falls back against the ropes. That's when Slaughter reaches in and zaps Nikita with the stun gun. Nikita is flailing and shaking all over. The Ref finally turns around. Jumbo shakes the cobwebs and slowly rises. Stevens yells "Finish him!" Nikita stands up but he doesn't know where he is. Jumbo runs forward and nails him with his lariat! 1..2..3!!!! Stevens grabs the world title and runs into the ring. Jumbo slowly rises. Stevens straps the title around Jumbo's waist. Jumbo holds up his fists in victory. The Ref signals help for Nikita. The last image we see is Jumbo walking out of the ring with the world title. Winner of the Match and NEW AWA World Champion- Jumbo Tsuruta!