AWA Major League Wrestling

[ErictheDragon]

Night 2, let's rock!

Morrow wastes no time getting under everyone's skin.

Arcidi helps his man escape the Tiger.

Well Gagne clearly taught Andersson a few tricks but they both clearly bought into the idea of "The Ace" too much. Nothing like a few Gagne tears on an AWA supershow.

Jammer most certainly wiped out courtesy of the Barbarian.

The Mavericks show Idol who the real loser is.

Brown said "screw the match, I want payback."

Great night for Muraco as he not only beats Rich but makes Tully quit so loud he can't possibly deny it.

Bossman puts the Hangman down showing what real justice looks like. It doesn't last long however as he gets bushwhacked by Debeers.

Borne sends Houston back to the bunkhouse.

Von Erich just couldn't stand against the Ultimate Warrior.

Demolition survive a war with the Japanese trio.

Hogan gets the win on his way out, like I said. Well, maybe? In any event that whooping he ave Morrow is more than enough to make me happy.

[spaldoni]

 This week in the AWA 

This week's TV show was a WrestleRock recap. Larry Nelson and Ken Resnick ran down the highlights from Puerto Rico and Minnesota. They congratulated new International champ, Konnan and the new world tag champs, Mil Mascaras and El Canek. They also congratulated TV champ Gama Singh, 6-Man champs Demolition and AWA world champ, Kokina for retaining their titles. 

 

And now for the big news. Well, it's official, Hulk Hogan has left the AWA. It was announced on the recap show after showing highlights of him taking down Gerry Morrow in the cage. An hour was dedicated to showing highlights of Hogan's time in the AWA. Included was his world title win over Jumbo Tsuruta. Highlights of his title defenses were shown against the likes of Terry Gordy, Tatsumi Fujinami, Nikita Koloff and Stan Hansen. His feud with Ric Flair was showcased along with his triumph at War Games. Hogan took the AWA to heights never before seen. Because of Hogan, the AWA was able to secure the Sports America TV deal. His movie No Holds Barred, along with Hogan's celebrity connections, brought even more attention to the AWA. Nelson and Resnick thanked Hogan for everything and wished him only the very best. Behind the scenes, the AWA praised Hogan on honoring his contract to the very end. Even with all the stressful negotiations going on, Hogan went above and beyond to end his AWA run on a high note and pack the Metrodome at WrestleRock, which meant big bucks for the AWA. Long live Hulkamania! 

However, the hard part is coming. Will the AWA be able to continue this unbelievable momentum. The doubts are growing because not only did Hogan leave but Kerry Von Erich also departed. This came as a surprise because the AWA had high hopes with Kerry as a main event babyface. Some people think because everybody was so focused on the Hogan dealings, they let Kerry slip away. Kerry and the Ultimate Warrior were getting high praise for their epic match at WrestleRock. Then, just a couple days later, Kerry went in the offices to turn in his resignation. It appears he got an offer he couldn't refuse. 

So, with the losses of Hogan and Von Erich, it looks like the rocket will be strapped to the Ultimate Warrior. Verne's on board but does have some reservations about Warrior's unusual behavior. Verne will test the waters with Warrior because he knows a main event match with Kokina down the line will bring in serious money. 

And it wouldn't be right if Gerry Morrow wasn't mentioned. Morrow has had quite the history with the AWA. He surprised many by getting himself so over that he eventually main evented the biggest event of the year with the biggest star in wrestling. He deserves a ton of credit for making WrestleRock a tremendous success. He definitely has a place in AWA history. 

As for the AWA world champ, Kokina, so far so good with a monster heel champion. Him and Colon sold out Puerto Rico and there's a pretty good list of contenders with Bossman, Muraco and Bad News Brown standing in line for a title shot. 

In other news, Lou Perez suffered a knee injury and will be out of action for a bit. Tom Prichard also sustained an injury which leaves his Heavenly Body partner, Jimmy Del Ray in limbo. Tommy Rich, Ron Garvin, Mr. Saito and Maxx Payne have all left the AWA. This was expected as they were all paid per appearances up until WrestleRock. 

Look for the Barbarian to get a big push and big things are expected for Norman. Also, another planned event will be scheduled in Puerto Rico with a Carlos Colon/Chicky Starr grudge match headlining. 

The remainder of 1991 will look a lot different, that's for sure. The AWA seems confident with some big veteran names but also want to start pushing some youth to prepare for the future. 

 

 

 

[ErictheDragon]

Big changes, some more planned than others, are coming to the AWA.

[spaldoni]

AWA TV @ The Hammond Center 7-31-91

Larry Nelson: Hello everyone and welcome to another edition of AWA Major League Wrestling. We hope you enjoyed last week's WrestleRock recap and the Hulk Hogan tribute. This week we're back live and ready for action. The AWA world champion, Kokina along with Adnan Al-Kassie will be here. We have the debut of JT Southern. After months of eerie footage and sounds, Norman will finally make his AWA appearance. All that and a lot more, so let's get to the ring. 

 

JT Southern vs. Todd Rooney 

JT comes to the ring playing his own theme song on his guitar. He's wearing shades and David Lee Roth type ring gear. 

JT looks pretty good in his debut and is full of heel energy as he takes numerous cheap shots. JT hits a gut buster and goes to the middle ropes. Rooney gets to his knees as JT crashes down with a flying leg drop that plants Rooney's face into the mat 1..2..3! JT looks into the camera and yells "That's how it's done!" 

 

Commercial Break 

 

The Guerreros vs. Samson Smith and Gordon Loomis 

The Guerreros are full of themselves tonight and take it to their opponents before finishing things off with a double gourdbuster. 

 

Nelson: Well, after your controversial win over the Bombers at WrestleRock, the AWA has declared the two of you number one contenders to the world tag team titles. 

Chavo: First off Nelson, what do you mean controversial? We did exactly what we said we were going to do. We beat those British bloopers fair a square! 

Hector: And now we've been rightfully rewarded. So, Canek, Mascaras, enjoy your short title reign because the Guerreros are coming for you which means those titles are ours! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Bobby Blaze vs. Trent Watkins 

After Bobby's big upset over Gagne's ace at WrestleRock, the fans give Bobby a whole lot of love tonight. He takes it all in and wins the match with the Northern Lights Suplex. 

The camera picks up a shot of Greg Gagne standing at the top of the aisle. He's giving Bobby a pissed off look while shaking his head as to say I can't believe this guy beat my Ace. While this is happening, the fans heckle Gagne quite a bit. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Nelson: Fans, we're about ready to see Norman in action... 

A man wearing a white mask and white suit leads Norman to ringside. 

Nelson: May I ask who you are and what your relationship is with Norman? 

Man: My identity is not important. You may refer to me as Dr. X. I have been helping Norman progress and my professional opinion is he's now ready to compete. 

Dr. X looks at Norman and calmly says "Norman, destroy" 

 

Norman w/Dr. X vs. Carl Kellerman 

Norman just mauls his opponent before easily finishing him off with the Monster Mash (front slam) 

 

Dr. X leads Norman back to ringside. 

Dr. X: I have turned Norman into an unstoppable force... 

Cheers as TV champ Gama Singh comes out. He gives Norman a sad look. 

Gama: Makhan? Makhan? What has happened to you? It's me, Gama. Please Makhan, let me help you. 

Norman: My name is Norman! 

Norman charges and mows Gama down! Norman picks up Gama and rams his back into the steel post several times! Norman picks up Gama and delivers a Monster Mash on the concrete! Norman looks at Dr. X. Dr. X gives him a nod. Norman picks up Gama and delivers another Monster Mash on the concrete! Dr. X calmly escorts Norman out of there. Medics rush the scene. Moments later, Gama is stretchered out. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Nelson: Fans, we just witnessed a very disturbing sight. Gama Singh has been rushed to the hospital and hopefully we'll have an update on his condition very soon. (deep breath) ok, please welcome out the new AWA International champion, Konnan. 

Konnan comes out looking dapper in his blue satin shirt and black pants. The title is on his shoulder. 

Nelson: Konnan, congratulations on winning the International title at WrestleRock. A lot of people were impressed with your sportsmanship after the match. 

Konnan: Thank you Larry. (looks down, then out at all the fans) You know, I did a lot of things the last year I haven't been proud of. I was too consumed with being the best International wrestling star that I took a lot of shortcuts. Right now, I want to thank Leo Burke. Leo reminded me what this sport is all about. We went all out at WrestleRock and that's the way it should be. No shortcuts, no breaking the rules, just two competitors giving it their best for this prestigious title. I'm here to say that I will defend this title with honor and I'm ready for all challengers. The era of Konnan has begun. 

The fans respect this and cheer as Konnan holds his title high. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

We see an ad for the next Title Night in Winnipeg next month. 

 

Iceman Parsons w/Jackie vs. Ray Glader 

Parsons is very aggressive tonight and tears his opponent apart before winning the match with the Hip Attack! 

 

Nelson: Jackie, at WrestleRock... 

Jackie: Shut your mouth Larry! At WrestleRock, my man Iceman got cheated

Parsons: That's right! As far as I'm concerned, Gama Singh got what he deserved tonight! 

Jackie: And listen up RPM's, because of you two sorry fools, TCB have left the area. Trust me when I say this, your payback is coming! 

More boos as Austin Idol and Bill Dundee strut out. They high five Jackie and Parsons. 

Idol: Jackie darling, I feel your pain and I think I can help. Austin Idol's looking to shake things up and expand. This is where I need your help. How about if we work together. What if Iceman teams up with the Superstar? I would love for you to guide this team while I go out and acquire my newest acquisition. Think about it. The Iceman and Superstar. That's money! And that's your solution to wipe out the RPMs. With you and me working together, nothing can stop us. 

Jackie and Parsons converse quietly and nod. 

Jackie: Austin, Iceman and I love you and Bill. It would be nice to work with proper professionals for a change. I say, you're on! 

Dundee and Parsons hug as Jackie and Idol shake hands and smile. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

We see Col. Debeers standing in front of a tank. 

Debeers: (twirling his mustache) There is a man that claims to be law and order in the AWA. At WrestleRock, I showed that man who really is the law and order here. Big Bossman! Your days of administering your kind of justice are over! Colonel Debeers is back in the AWA and calling the shots! 

 

The Ultimate Warrior vs. Jason Cavat 

The fans get a high energy burst as Warrior sprints to the ring. The fans are all into it as Warrior pinballs his opponent and finishes him off with the press slam/splash! 

 

Nelson: Warrior, you and Kerry Von Erich truly battled it out at WrestleRock. 

Warrior: I came here for a purpose and that was to be the one and only Ultimate Warrior! I salute you Kerry Von Erich! You took me to the deepest depths I needed to go. You tested me like no other. Because of you, I accomplished my mission. And now I stand here in the AWA as the Ultimate Warriorrrrrrrrrr!!!!!! 

The fans are up and cheering! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Nelson: Ok fans, joining me now is Adnan Al-Kassie and the AWA world champion, Kokina. 

Adnan is in his Sheik attire. Kokina walks out looking like a beast with the title on his shoulder. 

Nelson: Adnan, Kokina walked out of WrestleRock with the world title although some say Chicky Starr had an assist. 

Larry jumps back when Kokina roars at him. 

Adnan: Larry Nelson, you and all Americans love to make excuses. Kokina went into Carlos Colon's homeland and destroyed him. There is no question about that! There is no one who can defeat Kokina. No one! 

Nelson: I'm not arguing that. Kokina is beyond impressive. However, up next at Title Night, he'll be defending the AWA world title against Demolition Smash one third of the AWA 6 Man champions and a real powerhouse. 

Adnan: His power is no match for Kokina! Everybody says Demolition are real tough and love to beat people up. Kokina doesn't just beat people up, he annihilates them! Just ask Carlos Colon. At Title Night, Kokina will demolish a member of Demolition! 

Kokina lets out another roar as he holds his title high. 

[ErictheDragon]

Southern is here and ready to rock.

Los Guerreros have their sights set on gold.

Gagne seethes while Blze continues to shine.

Holy shit, Dr X turned Norman into a monster. He even destroyed his longtime tag partner.

Konnan vows to be a champion the fans can be proud of.

Gotta hand it to Idol, putting Iceman and Dundee together does sound like money.

A trio of strong promos close the show. 

[rainmakerrtv]

So glad the Monster Mash is still a thing

[spaldoni]

AWA TV @ The Hammond Center 8-7-91

Larry Nelson: Hello everybody and welcome to AWA Major League Wrestling. Tonight, you'll see the AWA world tag team champs, Mil Mascaras and El Canek. For a TV title shot at the next Title Night in Winnipeg, Al Perez goes up against Rip Morgan. Los Boricuas takes on the Tribal Nation. AWA 6-Man champs, Demolition will be in action. Commissioner Magnum TA will be here with a big announcement. All that and a lot more, so let's get to the ring. 

 

'Maniac' Matt Borne vs. Samson Smith 

Borne comes to the ring wearing his beanie and jean shorts while holding up his axhandle. Borne beats his opponent down and finishes things off with the Northern Exposure. 

Borne cuts a promo and says he ran that so called tough guy Sam Houston out of town and then challenges more tough guys to get in the ring with him. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Scott 'Flash' Norton w/Ted Arcidi vs. Trent Watkins 

Arcidi's loud and boisterous on the outside as Norton pummels his opponent. Norton hits the powerslam and it's all over. 

 

Nelson: Ok Ted, it's official, your man Scott Norton will get a shot at the AWA International title in 2 weeks at Title Night.

Arcidi: Well, it's about damn time Scott Norton gets some respect around here! I feel so sorry for you Konnan. Tell them Scotty! 

Norton: Konnan! Get ready for the beating of your life! That title is mine and I'm gonna take it!  

Arcidi and Norton do some more yelling and laughing before leaving. Nelson looks at them like they're crazy. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Los Boricuas vs. The Tribal Nation

Both teams are coming off big wins at WrestleRock and want to get into the title picture. They waste no time tonight as the first few minutes are back and forth hard hitting action. Tribal Nation take control as they do a number on Miguel. Chris holds Miguel as Mark comes off the top rope with a tomahawk chop 1..2..Kick Out. Miguel weathers the storm and eventually makes the tag to Castillo. Castillo gets things in Boricuas favor as they work over Mark. Castillo slams Mark as Miguel hits an elbow drop from the top rope 1..2..Chris runs in to break it. A pier six brawl breaks out. During the melee the bell sounds signaling a ten minute draw. The bell keeps ringing but the brawl is still going. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Nelson: Wow, as you just saw, the tag team competition here in the AWA is at an all time high. Fans, joining me now is the Commissioner Magnum TA. Magnum, I know you have a lot to talk about so go right ahead. 

Magnum: Thank you Larry. Things are really moving in the AWA and honestly, I'm still on a high from WrestleRock. However, the AWA is ready to move forward in an exciting way. In 2 weeks, Title Night will take place in Winnipeg. Last week the Guerreros were announced as the number one world tag team contenders. Due to a scheduling conflict, they won't be able to get their shot at Title Night but will get their shot in the near future. As for Title Night, the RPMs will take on Canek and Mascaras for the world tag titles. That should be a great match for sure. Now, we all saw what happened to Gama Singh last week at the hands of that lunatic Norman. Gama suffered a couple broken ribs but insisted he will be at Title Night to defend his title. I tried to talk him out of it but like I said, he insisted. So, as of now, he'll be defending his title against the winner of tonight's Al Perez/Rip Morgan match. And finally, added to Title Night will be a 4 man gauntlet match to determine the number one contender to the AWA world title. The 4 men that have been chosen are The Magnificent Muraco, Bad News Brown, Dick Slater and Art Barr. I want to note that the Big Bossman would've been in this match but due to injuries sustained by Col Debeers and the Hangman at WrestleRock,  he's unfortunately still out of action. Title Night is set and you won't want to miss it. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

The Barbarian vs. Neil Jordan 

Poor Neil Jordan gets the beating of his life. Barbarian puts him out of his misery with a diving clothesline from the top rope! 

 

Nelson: Wow! The Barbarian has already taken the AWA by storm... 

Boooooooos as Greg Gagne walks out. 

Nelson: (rolls his eyes) Greg, what are you doing here? 

Gagne: Shut up Nerd and just listen! At WrestleRock, everybody witnessed the biggest and luckiest fluke in wrestling history. 

Nelson: (smiling) Are you referring to Bobby Blaze pinning your ace? 

Gagne: I said shut up! (calms down) It was a major fluke, plain and simple. From now on, no more games and no more playing nice guy. My ace is in Sweden training harder than ever. I'm out here to simply say, we want a rematch with Bobby Blaze and if he has the guts, he'll accept. But listen up Bobby Boy! Lighting won't strike twice and we can guarantee that! I'm out of here. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

The Mavericks vs. Vic Dutro and Willie Lopez 

Young and Storm look more confident than ever. Young puts Lopez down with a bulldog from the second rope and tags in Storm. Storm swings Lopez to the ropes and hits the spere for the win. 

The Mavericks cut a promo and say that now their business with Austin Idol is over, they're looking at a chance for some tag team gold. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Bad News Brown vs. Ray Glader 

Brown rips apart his opponent and ends it with the ghetto blaster! 

 

Nelson: Bad News Brown, at WrestleRock, it was obvious the match against Maxx Payne didn't matter to you. 

Brown: That was just to show that when you mess with me, it's bad news for you! Speaking of bad news, at Title Night, I'm going in there for one reason and one reason only and that's to stake my claim for the world title which means that's a lot of bad news for those three other slouches! 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Winner gets an AWA TV title shot at Title Night 

Al Perez vs. Rip Morgan w/The Equalizer 

Perez starts off quick by taking down Morgan with hip tosses and dropkicks. The tide changes when Equalizer trips Perez allowing Morgan to work over Perez. Morgan chokes Perez on the ropes. During the break, Equalizer reaches in and chokes Perez. Morgan slams Perez's head on the turnbuckle, swings him to the ropes and hits a big boot to the face 1..2..Perez gets his shoulder up. Morgan swings Perez to the corner and charges in but Perez moves. 

Perez fires up. He hops on the turnbuckles and punches down on Morgan as the fans count along. Perez grabs Morgan and hits a hanging suplex. Perez swings off the ropes and hits a jumping elbow drop 1..2..Kick Out. Equalizer hops on the apron. Perez goes over and nails him with a punch. Perez turns around as Morgan rakes his eyes. 

Morgan pounds down on Perez. Equalizer stands up on the apron. Morgan swings Perez towards him but Perez reverses it and swings Morgan into Equalizer. Morgan staggers into a bridging back suplex by Perez 1..2..3! 

An excited Perez cuts a promo and wishes his brother a speedy recovery from knee surgery. Perez then says he's excited to face Gama at Title Night and hopes he'll be in good health by then. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

AWA World Tag Team Champs Mil Mascaras and El Canek vs. William Hillman and Todd Rooney 

The champs are in total sync tonight. Canek holds Rooney up in a suplex position as Mascaras hits a flying press from the top rope for the win! The fans cheer as Canek and Mascaras hold up the titles. 

 

Commercial Break 

 

Nelson: Fans, before we get to our next match, I've been informed that next week Chicky Starr will be here and boy does he have a lot of explaining to do. Ok, back to the ring. 

 

AWA 6-Man Champs Demolition vs. 3 Local Talents 

Pure showcase for Demolition as they get their hard hitting spots in and win the match with the decapitator! 

 

Nelson: Another win for the 6 man champs. Smash, you get the opportunity of a lifetime at Title Night when you go for the world title against Kokina. 

Crush: We couldn't be happier for our brother! 

Ax: We'll be by his side and if Adnan sticks his nose in things, it'll be hell to pay! 

Smash: Kokina! You're big and bad but that doesn't mean nothing to me! Let's see how you respond when I kick your teeth down your throat! We're the 6 man champs but Demolition will hold all of the titles in the AWA if we want! And nobody can stop us! 

 

AWA Title Night 

Winnipeg Arena 8-22-91 

 

AWA World Title Bout 

Kokina (C) w/Adnan Al-Kassie vs. Demolition Smash w/Ax and Crush

 

AWA World Tag Team Title Bout 

El Canek and Mil Mascaras (C) vs. The Rock N Roll RPMs 

 

AWA International Title Bout 

Konnan (C) vs. Scott 'Flash' Norton w/ Ted Arcidi 

 

AWA TV Title Bout 

Gama Singh (C) vs. Al Perez 

 

AWA World Title Number One Contender Gauntlet Match 

The Magnificent Muraco vs. Bad News Brown vs. 'Unpredictable' Dick Slater vs. 'The Love Machine' Art Barr w/The Vin Man 

 

[ErictheDragon]

Borne sends out a challenge to anybody in the AWA who thinks their tough.

I think Norton & Arcidi may be overdoing the energy drinks.

Los Boricuas and the Nation run into each other on the hunt for gold.

Barby shows up, wrecks a fool than leaves, sounds like a good role for him.

Gagne is up in his feelings and demands a rematch for his "Ace".

The Mavericks try to focus on what's important.

Bad News will gladly k.o three men at once if it means a World title shot.

Perez survives the monster and earns a TV title match.

The tag champs are looking great.

Demolition send a strong message to Kokina.