AWA Major League Wrestling

[LowBlowPodcast]

Fun, focused show building to Title Night in Alaska. Colon opened hot calling out Col. DeBeers, Equalizer crushed his opponent, and we got the debut tease for the Missouri Tiger. Burke vs. Parsons stole the night — great bout ending in controversy with Jackie’s distraction giving Iceman the win.

Tribal Nation kept the fire on the Guerreros, Latin Desire and the Heavenly Bodies brawled in a good pre–Title Night tease, and Garvin/Slater demanded tag title shots. Cactus Jack closed the feud with Golden, hitting back-to-back double arm DDTs for the win. Hogan, Kerry, and Muraco wrapped things up with a fiery promo on the Horsemen and Dan Spivey — AWA rolling strong into Alaska.

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AWA TV @ The Hammond Center 11-7-90 

Larry Nelson: Hello everybody and welcome to AWA Major League Wrestling. Huge main event as the Enforcers defend the AWA world tag titles against the Soul Patrol. The Rock n Roll RPMs team up with Tom Brandi to take on The Professionals and Tommy Jammer. Mr. Saito will be in action. Also, we'll hear comments from the AWA world champ Ric Flair. Ok, let's go to the ring. 

 

Mr. Saito vs. Ray Glader 

Saito is tuning up for his AWA world title match against Ric Flair, next week at Title Night. Saito batters his opponent with several thrusts and palm strikes before finishing him off with the Saito Suplex! 

Nelson comments that Ric Flair is going to have his hands full in Alaska when he meets Mr. Saito. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

El Canek vs. Todd Rooney 

Canek makes his return after another successful tour of Mexico. Canek looks damn good and wins the match with a gorilla press/rib breaker. 

Canek joins Larry Nelson at ringside. Nelson hypes up Canek's accomplishments and calls him the greatest wrestler to come out of Mexico. 

Boos as Gary Hart walks out. 

Nelson: Come on Gary, this isn't your time. 

Hart: I'm making it my time. Mr. Nelson, I take great offense by you claiming that this man is the greatest wrestler to come out of Mexico. I know for a fact that Konnan deserves that honor. Now, El Canek's resume is surely impressive but his time has come and gone. Konnan is the new era and with him comes a modern style of Luche Libre. It's time to bury the past and that means it's time to send El Canek into the sunset. 

Canek steps up to Gary but Gary calmly walks away. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

The RPM's and 'Thrilling' Tom Brandi vs. The Professionals and 'Jamm'n' Tommy Jammer w/ The Vin Man 

We get a fun back and forth match. Jammer and Brandi have been at each other and tonight they get in their heated exchanges. The RPMs put their speed and chemistry in full throttle. The Professionals slow the pace with technical wrestling and submission holds. Tensions rise when the Pros and Jammer start breaking the rules along with some interference by Vinnie. This leads to a pier six brawl. Vinnie hops on the apron as the RPMs stereo dropkick the Pros out of the ring. Brandi dropkicks Jammer into Vinnie. Vinnie goes flying as Brandi rolls up Jammer 1..2..3! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

SuperClash 5 

Live on pay per view 

From the McNichols Arena in Denver Co. 

Friday Jan. 2nd and Saturday Jan. 3rd 

 

Jumbo Tsuruta vs. Arnie Goldstein 

Tsuruta destroys his poor opponent and wins the match with a powerbomb! 

 

Nelson: Fans, next week at Title Night, Jumbo Tsuruta gets his rematch for the International title against Stan Hansen. We just saw that Jumbo is more than ready. Let's hear some comments from Stan Hansen. 

 

Hansen's wearing his cowboy hat, has a mouth full of tobacco and the title on his shoulder. 

Hansen: Jumbo Tsuruta! I hated you in Japan and I hate you here! Next week in Alaska, I'm going to beat you to a pulp and leave you lying! There's aint no damn way you're taking this here title from me! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Ricky Santana vs. Carl Kellerman 

Ricky once again brings the charisma and wins the match with a flying elbow drop from the top rope. 

 

Nelson: Ricky, come on over. You've been a lot of fun to watch and I know how excited you are to be in the AWA. 

Boos as Austin Idol, Gary Young and JW Storm stroll out. 

Idol: That's right daddy, the Universal Heartthrob is here along with Gorgeous Gary Young and the future JW Storm. I'm here to talk to you Ricky Santana. I have to say, you've got that cool factor darling. I'm talking Caribbean coolness brother. As you can see, I'm forming a stable of winners. I like to call this stable Austin's Idols. Now, we need one more piece to complete this puzzle and then it's on with the master plan. Bottom line is we want you in Austin's Idols baby! Come with us and trust me, you won't regret it. 

Austin, Young and Storm head out. Ricky pauses, looks around and then follows them up the aisle. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

AWA TV Champ David Sammartino vs. Clinton Stitch 

Sammartino wins the match with a belly to belly suplex. 

Sammartino cuts a promo and says he's ready to defend the TV title against Iceman Parsons next week at Title Night. He says he's also been well aware of Jacquline's constant interference and has an ace up his sleeve. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Col Debeers vs. Trent Watkins 

Debeers wins the match with a front face piledriver. 

 

Nelson: Col. Debeers, I think you've awaken a beast in Carlos Colon. He says he's going to win this war no matter what. 

Debeers: Never before have I heard such a ridiculous statement from an untouchable like Carlos Colon. He thinks because he hit me a few times with a baseball bat, that I'm going to be intimidated. Let me show you what's in store for that bottom feeder Colon. 

Debeers picks up his club. As his recent opponent Trent Watkins staggers away, Debeers nails him from behind with the club! Debeers brutally beats down on Watkins with the club until several officials run out to stop this madness. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Gama Singh vs. Neil Jordan 

Gama is now trying to get back on track as a solo wrestler. He looks crisp tonight and wins the match with the Indian Deathlock. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

AWA World Tag Team Title Bout 

The Enforcers w/Tully Blanchard vs. The Soul Patrol 

Next week the Enforcers will be in the special attraction 6 man match at Title Night. The Soul Patrol were owed this title match and man they could really throw the Horsemen off their game if they win here tonight. 

The Soul Patrol bring their A game and dominate the first segment by pinballing the Enforcers all over the ring. Both Arn and Zbyszko are bumping like crazy. After getting stereo clotheslined over the top rope, Tully runs over and regroups his team. 

The Enforcers do regroup and take control. The Enforcers methodically work over Walker's arm and almost get the win when Zbyszko hammerlock slams Walker and holds his arm as Arn comes off the top rope with a knee to the arm. Luckily Jones ran in to make the save. Walker eventually tags in Jones. Jones cleans house for a while but the Enforcers come back. 

Tully runs around the ring, yanks Walker off and slams him arm first into the steel post. In the ring, Zbyszko executes a swinging neckbreaker on Jones. Arn swings Jones to the ropes and hits the spinebuster for the win! 

Tully snatches the titles, gets on the ring and hands them to the Enforcers. 

Hold on! 

Ted Arcidi and the Power Twins come out. Dave picks up Walker and bearhug runs him into the steel post. Power Twin Larry gets in the ring and bearhug slams Jones into the mat. Arcidi leads them out as the Horsemen laugh. Tully, Arn and Zbyszko head to ringside. 

 

Tully: Hogan! Von Erich and especially you Muraco! I hope you were watching because you're all next! 

Zbyszko: You three spudheads aren't going to Alaska, you're coming into Larry Land and you're not coming out! 

Arn: The bigger they are, the harder the Horsemen put down! Muraco! You're out of your depth! And as for you Von Erich. You're going to rue the day you ever got in the Horsemen's business. That's a promise from Dan Spivey! And as for you Hogan. We're going to see to it that you never get that world title shot! 

Tully: That's a fact! And a painful one! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Nelson: Wow, what a show this has been. Listen to this. Next week, the British Bombers will face Buzz Sawyer and the Missing Link. My goodness! Also, we'll see the debut of the Missouri Tiger. Now, next Saturday's Title Night in Alaska, Ric Flair will defend the AWA world title against Mr. Saito. Let's hear comments from the world champ, Ric Flair. 

 

Flair's wearing a suit with the title on his shoulder. 

 

Flair: You know there's a lot going on in the AWA and everybody wants to know what's causing all this! That's what happens when the Nature Boy's wearing the gold! I've defended this title all over the world and next stop is Alaska. Mr. Saito, I can outwrestle you! I can outclass you and brother I can out party you. I'm taking you to school in Alaska and it's as simple as that. Then I have to wonder, who's left. Well, one thing's for sure, it's not going to be you Hulk Hogan. Hahahahaha WOOOOO! 

 

 

 

[ErictheDragon]

Saito looking strong.

Hart's interruption sets up a battle of the luchadores.

Vinnie costs his client, not the first time.

Jumbo smashes a fool while Hansen has some strong words for his challenger.

After a bit of hesitation, Santana becomes Austin's newest idol.

Sammartino says he's ready for both the Iceman and Jacky.

Debeers sends a violent message to Colon.

Solid showing by Singh.

Ironic that Tully is the only Horsemen without a title but he's become MVP during their title matches. Delightfully scummy moves by Arcini and the Power Twins to pick the Soul Patrol's bones.

Back to back promos by the Horsemenm what a way to close the show!

[kevinmcfl]

Great show.... Saito is a great choice for a title match as everyone could see him beat anyone on any given day.  He was one tough looking dude!

Love the "who's the best wrestler from Mexico" angle.  This could be fun!

Really looking forward to Superclash!

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AWA TV @ The Hammond Center 11-14-90

Ken Resnick: Hello fans and welcome to AWA Major League Wrestling. Larry Nelson is in Alaska getting ready for this weekend's Title Night. We have a great show lined up tonight. The British Bombers collide with Buzz Sawyer and The Missing Link. That's one been brewing for a long time. We'll also have a SuperClash update. Ok, let's get to the ring for the action. 

 

The Missouri Tiger vs. Neil Jordan 

Tiger gets in the ring wearing his football jersey and football pants. He takes his jersey off and impresses the fans with his muscular physique. 

Tiger overwhelms his opponent with several power moves. He hits a snap suplex, then goes to the middle ropes. Jordan staggers up as Tiger nails him with a flying shoulder tackle for the win. Impressive debut for the Missouri Tiger. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

The Guerreros vs. Marvis Maples and Kenny Reeves 

Guerreros easily have control but still break the rules for the fun of it. Mando swings his opponent to the ropes and hits a drop toe hold as Chavo comes off the top rope with a knee drop to the head for the win. 

The Guerreros cut a promo and laugh at the Tribal Nation wanting another match since they already beat them. Resnick reminds them about the sack of coins that won them the match. The Guerreros get angry and say they'll take on the Tribal Nation next week! They start laughing again and say Resnick will be crying with the Tribal Nation when they lose again. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

We see the familiar deserted town. The camera pans over to hands gripping a noose then pans up to the Hangman. The camera shifts over to Nell, standing in his Preacher's suit and wearing his white cowboy hat. 

Nell: The time has come and as promised a poor soul has been chosen. That poor soul goes by the name of Cactus Jack. Cactus Jack is a blood thirsty violent masochist. Men like that do not belong amongst us. He is not human and must be exterminated. In other words, Cactus Jack your time has come, and you must now deal with the Hangman. 

The camera pans over to the Hangman as he tightens his grip on the noose. 

 

Marcus Bagwell and Marc Mero vs. The Art Newman and Gary Johnson 

The young team of Bagwell and Mero continue to improve and impress. Tonight they get the win with a double back drop followed by a double suplex. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

The Power Twins w/ Ted Arcidi vs. Vic Dutro and Willie Lopez 

Arcidi shouts throughout the match as the Power Twins show off their brute strength. Dave hits a backbreaker and holds his opponent as Larry comes off the top rope with a knee to the chest for the win. 

 

Resnick asks Arcidi why they attacked the Soul Patrol last week after a grueling world tag title match. 

The Power Twins and Arcidi laugh as Arcidi responds with "Why Not" 

 

Commercial Break 

 

AWA SuperClash Control Center 

It's announced that the AWA will introduce the 6-Man titles and a match will take place at SuperClash to determine the champions. The Committee has chosen the Takano Dragons and Bobby Blaze as one team and their opponents will be determined soon. 

Also announced for SuperClash is a Boot Camp Match between Carlos Colon and Col Debeers. Highlights of their feud follow this announcement. 

Another match signed will be El Canek vs. Konnan w Gary Hart. Gary Hart has made some bold statements and Canek has accepted the challenge. 

And it's official. Dick Slater and Ron Garvin will get a world tag team title shot at SuperClash. 

Also, TV star Alyssa Milano will be the traditional special guest ring announcer for the TV title bout. 

SuperClash takes place on Friday Jan. 2nd and Saturday Jan. 3rd and the McNichols Arena in Denver Co. Live on pay per view 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Konnan w/Gary Hart vs. William Hillman 

Hart watches on with pleasure as Konnan hits the Konnan Crash and follows with a single leg Boston Crab for the win. 

 

Resnick: Ok, Gary Hart, you got your wish. The match is signed for SuperClash. Konnan vs. El Canek. But be careful what you wish for. El Canek is not only Mexico's greatest wrestler but one of the AWA all time greats as well.

Hart: Ken Resnick, your bias attitude amazes me. You and all the others put El Canek on a pedestal. You praise his greatness. I feel anger at the bottom of my stomach when people call him Mexico's best. Without a single doubt in my mind, I can tell you that this man right here (points at Konnan) is the greatest wrestler Mexico has ever produced. We will prove that at SuperClash. When that's over and done with, Konnan will conquer the AWA. Then you Ken Resnick and all the others will shout praise and put Konnan on that pedestal. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

We see a stage with smoke and flashing lights. The smoke clears and Maxx Payne is jamming on his guitar. 

Maxx Payne is coming to the AWA! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Ron Garvin and Dick Slater vs. Carl Kellerman and Trent Watkins 

Slater and Garvin rough their opponents up with plenty of fists. Garvin slams his opponent and follows with the Garvin stomp. Garvin tags in Slater, who finishes things off with a Russian Leg Sweep. 

Garvin and Slater cut a fired up promo and say they've been done talking and at Super Clash their fists are going to do the talking when they pound on the Enforcers and take their AWA world tag titles! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

The British Bombers vs. The Missing Link and 'Mad Dog' Buzz Sawyer

The bell rings and it's chaos! All 4 men just pound away on each other. After some brutal brawling, St. Clair sends Sawyer over the top rope with a running, spinning forearm blast. Smith clotheslines Link over the top rope. The Ref is trying to get control. He's telling the Bombers to stay back. St. Clair goes to his corner. On the outside, Link and Sawyer grab their chains. Link balls his chain around his fist. Smith goes to the ropes and grabs Link's hair. Link nails Smith with the chain. Smith's busted open as he falls back. St. Clair runs in to help Smith. Sawyer sneaks in the ring and clocks St. Clair from behind with his chain. The Ref calls for the DQ. 

Sawyer goes nuts as he wraps the chain around his fist and starts hammering away on St. Clair. Link does the same to Smith. Mass security hits the ring. Sawyer and Link threaten all of them before leaving. Sawyer is laughing manically as Link just looks insane. 

The Bombers are a bloody mess. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Resnick: My goodness! I can't believe what we just witnessed. The British Bombers are in the back with medics. That was down right terrifying. (deep breath) ok fans, Title Night takes place tomorrow night in Alaska, shown right here on Sports Channel America. 4 big title bouts along with the special attraction 6 man tag team match. You won't want to miss it. 

 

AWA Title Night 

Sullivan Arena, Anchorage Alaska 

 

AWA World Title Bout 

Ric Flair (C) vs. Mr. Saito 

 

AWA International Title Bout 

Stan Hansen (C) vs. Jumbo Tsuruta 

 

AWA National Tag Team Title Bout 

Latin Desire (C) vs. The Heavenly Bodies 

 

AWA TV Title Bout 

David Sammartino (C) vs. Iceman Parsons w/Jacquline 

 

And 

Special 6-Man Attraction Match 

Hulk Hogan/Kerry Von Erich/Magnificent Muraco vs. AWA World Tag champs The Enforcers and Dan Spivey w/Tully Blanchard 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[ErictheDragon]

The Tiger has been unleashed.

Los Guerreros are classy as ever.

Neil declares that the Hangman is coming for Cactus.

Bagwell & Mero are coming along nicely.

Succinct answer by Arcidi and the Power Twins.

The AWA is getting on on the trios action.

Colon steps into Debeers world in a Boot Camp Match.

Garvin & Slater get their shot.

Hart is truly Konnan's number one fan.

Link and the Mad Dog unleash hell on the Bombers.