[1973-10-31-AWA-Chicago, IL] Billy Graham vs Wilbur Snyder

[paul sosnowski]

 

[Stephen-]

This is another clipped match. The first clip is dominated by Graham, presenting issues to Snyder with a headlock. Every time Snyder exits, he finds himself back in Graham's hold. The second extended clip is mostly Snyder action, which is disappointing because it's largely Snyder with the worst stomps ever, but Graham still sells the arm really well. The third clip is more Graham, and he's got some crisp offense. A nice treat after the Snyder offense. We get some heel antics from Graham with working the corner and raking the eyes, but Graham immediately pays in the form of eating the turnbuckle. Snyder starts to work Graham, Graham finds himself to the ropes and instead of breaking, turns Snyder and goes for a huge punch... and misses! And Graham goes flying over the top rope! Graham returns to the ring and begs Snyder for mercy, to which the crowd reacts with displeasure. Snyder takes too long to attack and Graham does it for him. Back to holds from Graham. This is Graham's bread and butter here. Snyder makes his way to his feet and flips the action. Graham does the same and we get an exchange in the corner. Huge sequence of flying headscissors from Wilbur Snyder, the best action from him so far in the match. The finish comes when both are counted out for brawling on the apron rather than entering the ring. Very cool finish. There is more to the match and it heats up pretty quickly. Graham works his holds very well here and when he is forced to stand, has some neat strikes. This is a good match. I recommend. ** 3/4.