Maple Leaf Wrestling (1989-????)

[Scarlet-Left]

Really happy to see Misty Blue Simmes go over here! Fun brawl with Raymond Rougeau and Mike Lozanski. It'll be interesting to see what you do with that guy. Great tag team action to end the show!

[kevinmcfl]

Thanks for all the info on the Montreal wrestling scene.  So interesting.

Great card on Feb 4th.  Really love Neidhart and Saito as a team.  

[Control21]

It's great to see Ryuma Go in such an interesting promotion. I'm a big fan of his work and it's good to see him being utilized in Dawn of War.

I agree with everyone else that Saito and Neidhart make for a great tag team. 

Excellent job on the write-ups so far. I love your work and it's great to see you bring your vision of Canadian wrestling to us again. Long may it continue!

[SirEdger]

Maple Leaf Wrestling

February 11th, 1989

 

- The episode opens with Maple Leaf Wrestling's commentator team, Chic Cullen and Frenchie Martin, welcoming the viewers to another action-packed night of wrestling. They hype up the upcoming matches and storylines.

Match 1: Misty Blue Simmes vs. Lelani Kai
-The match begins with a lock-up, and Misty Blue Simmes quickly takes control with a headlock. She whips Leilani Kai to the ropes and hits a dropkick, sending Kai to the outside. Simmes follows her and slams her head on the apron, then rolls her back into the ring. Simmes climbs the top rope and goes for a crossbody, but Kai moves out of the way and Simmes crashes to the mat.

Kai seizes the opportunity and stomps on Simmes, then chokes her with the bottom rope. She distracts the referee and signals to Judy Martin, who is at ringside. Martin slides a foreign object to Kai, who hides it in her hand. Kai punches Simmes in the face with the object, then covers her for the pin. The referee counts one, two, but Simmes kicks out at the last second.

Kai is frustrated and argues with the referee, then tries to hit Simmes again with the object. Simmes ducks and rolls up Kai for a near fall. Simmes gets up and delivers a series of punches and kicks to Kai, then hits a suplex. She goes for the cover, but Martin pulls her leg and breaks the count. Simmes gets up and confronts Martin, who backs away. Kai tries to attack Simmes from behind, but Simmes sees her coming and dodges. Kai accidentally hits Martin, who falls off the apron.

Simmes takes advantage of the situation and hits Kai with a DDT. She covers her and the referee counts one, two, three. Simmes wins the match and celebrates with the crowd, while Kai and Martin are left in disbelief and anger.
Winner : Misty Blue Simmes

Backstage Segment:
- Chris Champion and Sean Royal are interviewed by Chic Cullen. Champion confidently expresses his desire to become the top contender for the Maple Leaf Wrestling Championship. Royal vows to support him throughout his journey.

Match 2: Pierre-Carl Ouellet vs. Chris Walker
The match is a no-disqualification match, meaning that anything goes and there are no rules. The referee is only there to count the pinfall or the submission.

The match starts with PCO and Walker locking up in the center of the ring. PCO overpowers Walker and pushes him to the corner. He delivers a series of chops to Walker's chest, making him scream in pain. PCO then whips Walker to the opposite corner and charges at him, but Walker moves out of the way and PCO crashes into the turnbuckle. Walker takes advantage of PCO's mistake and hits him with a clothesline, followed by a dropkick. He covers PCO for the pin, but PCO kicks out at two.

Walker picks up PCO and tries to suplex him, but PCO blocks it and reverses it into a suplex of his own. PCO gets up and stomps on Walker's chest, then picks him up and throws him out of the ring. PCO follows Walker outside and grabs a steel chair from under the ring. He swings the chair at Walker, but Walker ducks and the chair hits the ring post. Walker then kicks PCO in the gut and grabs the chair from him. He smashes the chair on PCO's back, making him fall to the floor. Walker then tosses the chair back into the ring and rolls PCO back in. He covers PCO for the pin, but PCO kicks out at two again.

Walker gets frustrated and argues with the referee, giving PCO time to recover. PCO gets up and grabs Walker from behind. He hits him with a German suplex, then another one, then a third one. He bridges the third suplex for the pin, but Walker kicks out at two and a half. PCO can't believe it and gets angry. He picks up Walker and sets him up for his finishing move, the PCO-sault, which is a moonsault from the top rope. He climbs the turnbuckle and leaps off, but Walker rolls out of the way and PCO lands hard on the mat. Walker quickly gets up and hits PCO with his finishing move, the Wild Thing, which is a running powerslam. He covers PCO for the pin, but PCO barely gets his shoulder up before the three count.

Walker is shocked and can't believe that PCO kicked out of his finisher. He decides to go for another chair shot, hoping to put PCO away for good. He grabs the chair from the ring and raises it above his head, but PCO suddenly gets up and kicks Walker in the groin, making him drop the chair. PCO then picks up the chair and hits Walker in the head with it, knocking him out. PCO then covers Walker for the pin and gets the three count. PCO wins the match and celebrates his victory.
Winner : PCO 

Backstage Segment:
- Raymond Rougeau is seen confronting Chic Cullen, demanding an opportunity to show his skills in the ring. Cullen reluctantly agrees to give Rougeau a shot in the next episode.

Match 3: Tom Zenk vs. Matt Borne
- A clash between two hard-hitting competitors. Tom Zenk, known for his technical prowess, tries to outsmart the powerful Borne. However, Matt Borne's sheer strength overpowers Zenk, allowing him to secure a dominant victory.

Backstage Segment:
- Rockin Robin is interviewed by Frenchie Martin. Robin talks about her upcoming rivalry with Candi Devine, highlighting her determination to prove herself as the best women's wrestler in Maple Leaf Wrestling.

Match 4: Kevin Von Erich vs. Jacques Rougeau
- The match is set in a steel cage, with no disqualification rules. Kevin Von Erich enters the ring first, wearing his signature blue trunks and boots. He waves to the crowd, who cheer for him loudly. Jacques Rougeau comes next, accompanied by his manager, Frenchie Martin, who left the broadcast booth. He wears a mountie outfit and carries an electric shockstick. He snarls and growls at Kevin, who looks unfazed.

The bell rings, and the match begins. Jacques Rougeau charges at Kevin, swinging his stick wildly. Kevin dodges and kicks him in the gut, then follows up with a series of punches. He tries to throw Jacques Rougeau into the cage wall, but Jacques reverses and slams Kevin into the steel. He then hits him with the stick, knocking him down. He covers him for the pin, but Kevin kicks out at two.

Rougeau continues to dominate Kevin, using his stick and the cage as weapons. He busts Kevin open, making him bleed from his forehead. He taunts Kevin, calling him a weakling and a coward. He tries to climb out of the cage, but Kevin grabs his leg and pulls him down. He then hits him with a low blow, followed by a DDT. He covers him for the pin, but Jacques kicks out at two.

Kevin mounts a comeback, hitting Rougeau with a dropkick, a clothesline, and a back body drop. He then applies his signature move, the Iron Claw, on Rougeau's head. Jacques Rougeau screams in pain, but refuses to give up. He reaches for his stick, but Kevin kicks it away. He then tightens his grip, making Rougeau's eyes roll back. The referee checks on Jacques rougeau, and sees that he is unconscious. He calls for the bell, and declares Kevin Von Erich the winner by submission.

Kevin Von Erich celebrates his victory, raising his hand in the air. The crowd cheers for him, chanting his name. He climbs out of the cage, and walks to the back, leaving Jacques Rougeau lying motionless in the ring.
Winner : Kevin Von Erich

Main Event: Jim Neidhart vs. Mr. Saito
- The match is set for one fall, with a 20-minute time limit. The bell rings, and the two wrestlers lock up in the center of the ring. Neidhart uses his strength to push Saito back into the corner, but Saito reverses and chops Neidhart in the chest. Saito whips Neidhart to the opposite corner and follows with a running clothesline. Saito then hits a snap suplex and goes for the cover, but Neidhart kicks out at two.

Saito applies a headlock on Neidhart, trying to wear him down. Neidhart fights back and pushes Saito off the ropes. Saito comes back with a shoulder block, but Neidhart doesn't go down. Saito tries again, but Neidhart still stands. Saito runs to the ropes a third time, but Neidhart catches him with a powerslam. Neidhart then drops an elbow on Saito and hooks the leg, but Saito kicks out at two.

Neidhart picks up Saito and slams him to the mat. He then climbs to the second rope and attempts a diving headbutt, but Saito rolls out of the way. Saito gets up and kicks Neidhart in the ribs. He then lifts Neidhart up and delivers a backbreaker. Saito then goes to the top rope and executes a diving knee drop on Neidhart's back. Saito covers Neidhart, but Neidhart barely gets his shoulder up at two.

Saito argues with the referee, claiming it was a three count. He then grabs Neidhart by the hair and pulls him up. He tries to hit a piledriver, but Neidhart counters with a back body drop. Neidhart then clotheslines Saito over the top rope and follows him to the outside. Neidhart rams Saito's head into the steel steps and then throws him back into the ring. Neidhart then signals for his finisher, the Anvil Flattener. He hooks Saito's arms and lifts him up, but Saito kicks his legs and lands behind Neidhart. Saito then hits a German suplex and bridges for the pin, but Neidhart kicks out at two and a half.

Saito can't believe it. He gets up and stomps on Neidhart's head. He then drags Neidhart to the corner and sets him up for his finisher, the Saito Suplex. He wraps his arms around Neidhart's waist and tries to lift him up, but Neidhart blocks it. Neidhart then elbows Saito in the face and breaks free. He then spins Saito around and hits a belly-to-belly suplex. He then covers Saito, but Saito kicks out at two and a half.

Both men are exhausted. They slowly get up and exchange punches. Neidhart gets the upper hand and backs Saito into the ropes. He then whips Saito to the opposite ropes and ducks for a back body drop, but Saito stops and kicks Neidhart in the face. Saito then runs to the ropes and comes back with a flying forearm, but Neidhart ducks and catches Saito in mid-air. He then slams Saito to the mat with the Anvil Flattener. He covers Saito and gets the three count. The bell rings, and Neidhart's music plays. He celebrates his victory, while Saito is laid out on the mat.
Winner : Jim Neidhart

Post-Match:
- As Neidhart celebrates his win, Ryuma Go, appears on the ramp. Go stares down Neidhart, reminding him that their future match is approaching soon. Neidhart stands tall in the ring, showing his determination to claim the victory.

The episode concludes with Chic Cullen and Frenchie Martin hyping up the upcoming matches and storylines, promising an even more thrilling episode in the following week.

[Autistic Dragon]

Simmes is putting herself at the head of the women's division.

Champion is shooting for the top and Royal is cheering him on.

PCO is establishing himself as MLW's hardcore specialist.

The Maniac is too much for the Z man.

Raymond demands an opportunity.

Kevin stands tall in the cage.

Neidhart defeats one Japanese star but another is waiting in the wings.

[Scarlet-Left]

Great opener with the ladies! I always like seeing the DDT ending matches! Excellent cage match, and I'm delighted to see Kevin Von Erich come out on top! Cool main event! Jim Neidhart looks really strong going forward!

[spaldoni]

I really like the ladies getting a lot of shine here. 

Royal's a pretty loyal friend and partner. I wonder if this will last. 

PCO is getting over big time. 

I would like to see a Borne/Anvil showdown. 

Come on, give Raymond a chance. 

Von Erich vs. Rougeau is a money making match here. 

Anvil and Saito are two powerhouses that can go. They proved that tonight. Anvil has established himself as the man here. 

 

[SirEdger]

Maple Leaf Wrestling

February 18th, 1989

 

The episode starts with Maple Leaf Wrestling's iconic commentator, Chic Cullen, welcoming the audience to another exciting night of professional wrestling. He is joined by his co-host, Luna Vachon.

Match 1: Chris Walker vs. Raymond Rougeau

In a fast-paced opener, Chris Walker showcases his incredible athleticism against the crafty veteran, Raymond Rougeau. Walker impresses the crowd with his high-flying maneuvers and ultimately secures the victory with a devastating powerbomb.

Winner: Chris Walker

Segment: Backstage Interview with Rockin' Robin and Frenchie Martin

Rockin' Robin, the Women's Champion, and  Frenchie Martin address the upcoming title defense against Misty Blue Simmes. Robin promises to retain the championship and assert their dominance in the women's division.

Match 2: Damien 666 vs. Jacques Rougeau

The match begins with Damien 666 and Jacques Rougeau locking up in the center of the ring. Damien 666 gains the upper hand with a headlock, but Rougeau pushes him off the ropes and hits a shoulder block. Rougeau goes for a quick cover, but Damien 666 kicks out at one.

Rougeau tries to keep the momentum going with a series of punches and kicks, but Damien 666 counters with a rake to the eyes. Damien 666 then whips Rougeau into the corner and follows up with a running clothesline. Damien 666 then climbs to the second rope and delivers a diving headbutt to Rougeau, who falls to the mat.

Damien 666 covers Rougeau, but only gets a two count. Damien 666 argues with the referee, giving Rougeau a chance to recover. Rougeau gets up and surprises Damien 666 with a roll-up, but Damien 666 kicks out at two. Rougeau then hits Damien 666 with a dropkick, sending him to the outside.

Rougeau follows Damien 666 to the outside and slams his head into the steel steps. Rougeau then throws Damien 666 back into the ring and goes for a top rope elbow drop, but Damien 666 moves out of the way. Damien 666 then grabs a steel chair from under the ring and smashes it over Rougeau's head, causing a disqualification.

The referee calls for the bell, but Damien 666 doesn't care. He continues to assault Rougeau with the chair, hitting him repeatedly in the back and the head. Damien 666 then sets up the chair in the corner and tosses Rougeau into it, causing the chair to bend. Damien 666 then poses over the fallen Rougeau, celebrating his victory by disqualification.

Winner: Jacques Rougeau by DQ

Segment: Backstage Interview with Jim Neidhart

Chic Cullen interviews the powerhouse Jim Neidhart, who vows to become the next Maple Leaf Wrestling Heavyweight Champion. Neidhart promises to take down anyone who stands in his way, including the current champion.

Match 3: Candi Devine & Penny Mitchell vs. Lelani Kai & Misty Blue Simmes

The match is a best-of-three-falls tag team match, with a 30-minute time limit. The match starts with Candi Devine and Lelani Kai locking up in the center of the ring. They exchange some punches and kicks, before Candi takes Lelani down with a hip toss. Candi tags in Penny, who continues to work on Lelani’s arm with an armbar. Lelani manages to reach her corner and tag in Misty, who surprises Penny with a dropkick. Misty then applies a headlock on Penny, and tries to wear her down. Penny fights back and pushes Misty to the ropes, where she hits a clothesline. Penny goes for the cover, but Misty kicks out at two. Penny tags in Candi again, and they double-team Misty with a double suplex. Candi covers Misty, but Lelani breaks up the pin. The referee tries to get Lelani out of the ring, but she refuses to leave. Candi and Penny take advantage of the distraction and hit Misty with a double DDT. Candi pins Misty again, and this time the referee counts to three. The first fall goes to Candi and Penny.

The second fall begins with Lelani and Misty arguing in their corner, blaming each other for losing the first fall. Candi and Penny look confident and ready to finish the match. Candi starts the fall with Misty, who is still groggy from the DDT. Candi hits Misty with a series of moves, including a snapmare, a leg drop, and a backbreaker. Candi then climbs to the top rope and prepares to hit Misty with a flying splash. However, Lelani runs to the ropes and shakes them, causing Candi to lose her balance and fall to the mat. Misty crawls over and covers Candi, while Lelani holds Candi’s legs down. The referee doesn’t see the interference and counts to three. The second fall goes to Lelani and Misty.

The third and final fall is a tense and exciting one, as both teams are determined to win the match. Penny and Lelani start the fall, and they trade some holds and counters, showing their technical skills. Penny gains the upper hand with a monkey flip, followed by a dropkick. Penny then tags in Candi, who hits Lelani with a flying crossbody. Candi goes for the pin, but Lelani kicks out. Candi then tries to hit Lelani with a piledriver, but Lelani reverses it into a back body drop. Lelani tags in Misty, who comes in with a flying elbow drop on Candi. Misty then picks up Candi and slams her to the mat. Misty then signals for her finishing move, the Misty Flip, which is a cartwheel into a splash. Misty runs to the ropes and does a cartwheel, but Candi rolls out of the way, avoiding the splash. Candi quickly gets up and hits Misty with a superkick, knocking her down. Candi then tags in Penny, who climbs to the top rope and hits Misty with a moonsault. Penny covers Misty, and Candi blocks Lelani from interfering. The referee counts to three, and the match is over. Candi and Penny win the match, and celebrate their victory. The crowd cheers for them, as they raise their arms in triumph.

Winners: Candi Devine & Penny Mitchell (2 falls to 1)

Match 4: Mike Graham vs. Bob Bradley

The match is scheduled for one fall with a 15-minute time limit. Mike Graham enters the ring first, wearing blue trunks and boots. He gets a decent reaction from the crowd. Bob Bradley comes out next, wearing red trunks and boots. He is booed by the fans.

The bell rings and the two men lock up. Graham applies a side headlock and takes Bradley down to the mat. Bradley tries to escape, but Graham keeps the pressure on. Bradley manages to get to the ropes and forces a break. Graham backs off and waits for Bradley to get up.

They lock up again and Bradley pushes Graham to the corner. He delivers a few punches and chops to Graham's chest, then whips him to the opposite corner. Bradley charges in, but Graham moves out of the way and Bradley hits the turnbuckle hard. Graham rolls him up from behind for a near fall.

Bradley kicks out and gets up quickly. He swings at Graham, but Graham ducks and hits a dropkick that sends Bradley to the floor. Graham follows him outside and slams his head into the ring apron. He throws Bradley back into the ring and climbs to the top rope. He leaps off and hits a flying crossbody on Bradley for another near fall.

Bradley kicks out again and rolls to the corner. He pulls himself up by the ropes and waits for Graham to approach. He then rakes Graham's eyes and kicks him in the gut. He hits a suplex on Graham and covers him for a two count. He picks up Graham and tries to hit a piledriver, but Graham reverses it into a back body drop.

Both men are down and the referee begins to count. They get up at the same time and exchange punches. Graham gets the upper hand and knocks Bradley down with a right hand. He runs to the ropes and hits a knee drop on Bradley's head. He covers him for a two count. He picks up Bradley and sets him up for a piledriver of his own, but Bradley counters with a back drop.

Bradley gets up and goes to the second rope. He jumps off and tries to hit a splash on Graham, but Graham gets his knees up and blocks it. Bradley clutches his ribs and rolls away. Graham gets up and grabs Bradley's legs. He turns him over and applies a figure-four leglock. Bradley screams in pain and tries to reach the ropes, but Graham pulls him back to the center of the ring. Bradley has no choice but to tap out.

The bell rings and Graham releases the hold. He gets up and raises his arms in victory. The crowd cheers for him as he celebrates. Bradley rolls out of the ring and limps to the back, holding his leg. Graham leaves the ring and high-fives some fans on his way to the locker room.

Winner: Mike Graham

Segment: In-ring Promo with Pierre-Carl Ouellet and Reggie Bennett

Pierre-Carl Ouellet, the Canadian sensation, and Reggie Bennett take the center stage. Ouellet addresses his upcoming match for the vacant Maple Leaf Wrestling Television Championship, Davey Boy Smith, expressing his determination to claim the title.

Main Event: Davey Boy Smith vs. Pierre-Carl Ouellet - Maple Leaf Wrestling Television Championship

The following contest is scheduled for one fall and it is for the Maple Leaf Wrestling Television Championship. Introducing first, the challenger, from Leeds, England, weighing 260 pounds, he is the British Bulldog, Davey Boy Smith! And his opponent, from Montreal, Quebec, Canada, weighing 300 pounds, Pierre-Carl Ouellet!

The match begins with both men locking up in the center of the ring. Ouellet uses his size and strength to push Smith into the corner, but Smith fights back with a series of punches and chops. Smith whips Ouellet to the opposite corner and charges at him, but Ouellet moves out of the way and Smith crashes into the turnbuckles. Ouellet then hits Smith with a clothesline and covers him for a two count.

Ouellet continues to dominate Smith with a variety of power moves, such as a scoop slam, a backbreaker, and a leg drop. He tries to finish Smith off with a piledriver, but Smith counters with a back body drop. Smith then mounts a comeback with a flying forearm, a dropkick, and a suplex. He signals for his finisher, the running powerslam, and lifts Ouellet up on his shoulders. However, Ouellet slips out and shoves Smith into the ropes. As Smith bounces back, Ouellet catches him with a big boot to the face and covers him for a near fall.

Ouellet argues with the referee about the count, giving Smith a chance to recover. Smith gets up and surprises Ouellet with a small package for a two count. Ouellet kicks out and gets up, but Smith hits him with a headbutt and a DDT. Smith then climbs to the top rope and delivers a diving headbutt to Ouellet's chest. He hooks the leg and gets the three count. Smith wins the match and the Maple Leaf Wrestling Television Championship!

The crowd cheers as Smith celebrates with his new title belt. Ouellet rolls out of the ring, holding his chest and looking furious. Smith poses with the belt and waves to the fans, as the announcer declares him the new champion.

Winner: Davey Boy Smith (Maple Leaf Wrestling TV Champion)

[kevinmcfl]

Nice job with all the match details.  This is something I really struggle with.

I really think you have a done a great job building a roster that works for you and gives you a lot of choices.  You have big names who might be on the second half of their careers and up and coming youngsters.  Whatever way you go, you can make $$$!  

Neidhart and Go seems like an awesome matchup!

 

[Autistic Dragon]

Jacques technically won but a pretty rough night for the Rougeau brothers.

Devine and Mitchell win a thrilling 2/3 falls.

Davey Boy is officially the face of MLW as TV champion.

[SirEdger]

40 minutes ago, kevinmcfl said:

Nice job with all the match details.  This is something I really struggle with.

I really think you have a done a great job building a roster that works for you and gives you a lot of choices.  You have big names who might be on the second half of their careers and up and coming youngsters.  Whatever way you go, you can make $$$!  

Neidhart and Go seems like an awesome matchup!

 

It depends on the matches. Sometimes, I just can be really inspired and go with a more descriptive match and when I'm not, I just go with a summary instead. I just can't explain why it happens this way. But glad you all enjoy it!

[Scarlet-Left]

Awesome visual for Damien 666 vs Jacques Rougeau to end on! Solid women's tag with a two out of three falls stipulation! Really happy to see Davey Boy Smith get the win in the main event and the television title!

[spaldoni]

AWWWW man, poor Raymond finally gets his chance but Walker was on his A game tonight. 

Damn! Damien really did a number on Jacques. We've got a big feud now. 

It's Anvil's time! 

Loved the ladies match. Very well written and a lot of fun to read. 

Graham vs. Bradley was also a fun match to read. I agree with Kev, really liked the details. 

Huge way to end the show as Davey Boy Smith captures the TV title! 

Great show!

 

[Control21]

Chris Walker getting a win over Raymond Rougeau must be huge, especially in Canada! Davey Boy Smith vs PCO sounded like a great main event, and that's a matchup that probably should have happened in real life at least once or twice (if it never did, can't remember). Davey Boy Smith as the TV champion will be huge for the promotion going forward.

Kevin Von Erich vs Jacques Rougeau and Jim Neidhart vs Mr. Saito on the previous show were excellent too. Good writing!

[SirEdger]

Maple Leaf Wrestling

February 25th, 1989 (Unionville, ON)

 

Match 1: Damien 666 vs. Mike Rotunda
The match begins with Damien 666 and Mike Rotunda locking up in the center of the ring. Damien 666 gains the advantage with a headlock, but Rotunda pushes him off and hits a shoulder block. Damien 666 gets up quickly and charges at Rotunda, who ducks and catches him with a hip toss. Rotunda follows up with an elbow drop and goes for a cover, but Damien 666 kicks out at one.

Rotunda tries to keep the pressure on Damien 666 with a series of punches and kicks, but Damien 666 fights back with some chops and forearms of his own. Damien 666 whips Rotunda into the ropes and hits a clothesline, then a leg drop. He covers Rotunda, but only gets a two count. Damien 666 picks up Rotunda and slams him to the mat, then climbs to the top rope. He signals for his finishing move, the 666 Splash, but Rotunda gets up and crotches him on the turnbuckle.

Rotunda climbs up to join Damien 666 and attempts a superplex, but Damien 666 blocks it and headbutts Rotunda, sending him crashing to the mat. Damien 666 regains his balance and leaps off the top rope, hitting the 666 Splash on Rotunda. He hooks the leg and gets the three count, winning the match.

Winner: Damien 666

Match 2: Rockin Robin vs Misty Blue Simmes
Maple Leaf Wrestling Women’s Championship Match

The match started with both women locking up in the center of the ring. Rockin Robin used her speed and agility to take down Misty Blue Simmes with a series of arm drags and dropkicks. She then went for a quick pin attempt, but Misty kicked out at two.

Misty fought back with some hard chops and kicks, and then whipped Rockin Robin into the ropes. She tried to catch her with a clothesline, but Rockin ducked and hit a crossbody for another near fall. Rockin then climbed to the top rope and attempted a flying splash, but Misty rolled out of the way and Rockin crashed to the mat.

Misty seized the opportunity and applied a Boston crab on Rockin, putting pressure on her lower back. Rockin screamed in pain and tried to reach the ropes, but Misty pulled her back to the center of the ring. Rockin refused to give up and managed to flip over and kick Misty off her.

Both women got to their feet and exchanged punches and slaps. Rockin gained the upper hand and hit a DDT on Misty, stunning her. She then grabbed her guitar and smashed it over Misty's head, knocking her out. The referee called for the bell and disqualified Rockin for using a foreign object, but Rockin didn't care. She celebrated with her guitar and the crowd cheered for her.

Winner: Misty Blue Simmes by disqualification (Rockin Robin still Women’s Champion)

Match 3: Tom Zenk vs. Rick Steiner
The action continues with a hard-hitting contest between Tom Zenk and Rick Steiner These two competitors leave it all in the ring, throwing punches and executing high-risk maneuvers. After a back-and-forth battle, Tom Zenk connects with a devastating spinning heel kick to pick up the win.

Winner: Tom Zenk

Match 4: Chris Walker vs. Pierre-Carl Ouellet
Next up, rising star Chris Walker takes on the highly skilled Pierre-Carl Ouellet. The match is fast-paced and showcases the athleticism of both competitors. Ouellet shows his technical prowess, but Walker's high-flying maneuvers steal the show. With a jaw-dropping Shooting Star Press, Chris Walker secures the victory.

Winner: Chris Walker

Match 5: Jim Neidhart & Bob Bradley vs. Matt Borne & Steve Lombardi
The match started with Neidhart and Lombardi locking up in the center of the ring. Neidhart overpowered Lombardi and threw him into the corner, where he tagged in Bradley. Bradley continued the assault on Lombardi, hitting him with a series of punches and kicks. Bradley then whipped Lombardi into the ropes and caught him with a back body drop. Bradley went for the cover, but Lombardi kicked out at two.

Bradley tagged Neidhart back in, and they double-teamed Lombardi with a double clothesline. Neidhart then applied a bear hug on Lombardi, squeezing the air out of him. Lombardi tried to fight back, but Neidhart tightened his grip. Lombardi was fading fast, but he managed to rake Neidhart's eyes and escape the hold. Lombardi crawled to his corner and tagged in Borne.

Borne came in with a burst of energy, hitting Neidhart with a flying forearm and a dropkick. Borne then ran to the ropes and attempted a crossbody, but Neidhart caught him in mid-air and slammed him down. Neidhart then tagged in Bradley, who climbed to the top rope and delivered a flying elbow drop to Borne. Bradley hooked the leg, but Borne kicked out at two.

Bradley picked up Borne and tried to suplex him, but Borne blocked it and reversed it into a small package. Bradley barely kicked out at two, and both men got up quickly. Borne hit Bradley with a right hand and a headbutt, stunning him. Borne then tagged in Lombardi, who came in and hit Bradley with a knee lift and a neckbreaker. Lombardi covered Bradley, but Neidhart broke up the pin.

Neidhart and Lombardi started to brawl, while Borne and Bradley also exchanged blows. The referee tried to restore order, but he lost control of the match. All four men were in the ring, fighting each other. The crowd was cheering loudly, as the action was fast and furious.

The match ended when Neidhart and Bradley gained the upper hand, and threw Borne and Lombardi out of the ring. Neidhart and Bradley then followed them outside, and continued to attack them. The referee counted to ten, and declared the match a double count-out.However, Neidhart and Bradley were not satisfied, and dragged Borne and Lombardi back into the ring. Neidhart and Bradley then hit their finishers on Borne and Lombardi, and posed for the fans, who gave them a big ovation.

Result: Jim Neidhart & Bob Bradley and Borne & Steve Lombardi fought to a double count-out in 8:34.

Main Event: Mr. Saito & Tarzan Goto vs. Richard Charland & Jacques Rougeau
The match started with Charland and Goto locking up in the center of the ring. Charland tried to overpower Goto with his size and strength, but Goto countered with his speed and agility. He hit Charland with a series of kicks and chops, then tagged in Mr. Saito. Saito continued the assault on Charland, hitting him with a suplex and a knee drop. He then applied a sleeper hold, trying to wear down Charland.

Rougeau saw his partner in trouble and entered the ring to break the hold. He attacked Saito with a clubbing blow to the back of the head, then threw him to the corner. He followed up with a splash, crushing Saito against the turnbuckles. He then dragged Saito to his corner and tagged in Charland. The two Canadians double-teamed Saito, hitting him with a double clothesline and a double elbow drop. They then took turns stomping and punching Saito, keeping him isolated from his partner.

Goto tried to intervene, but the referee stopped him and ordered him back to his corner. This allowed Charland and Rougeau to continue their illegal tactics, choking and biting Saito behind the referee's back. They also used the ropes and the ring apron as weapons, slamming Saito's head and body against them. The crowd cheered as they watched Saito suffer.

Saito was in a bad shape, but he refused to give up. He showed his fighting spirit by kicking out of every pin attempt and resisting every submission hold. He also managed to land some punches and kicks of his own, stunning his opponents. He finally saw an opening when Charland missed a leg drop and hit the mat hard. Saito crawled towards his corner, reaching for Goto's hand.

Rougeau tried to stop him, but Saito kicked him away. He then made the tag to Goto, who entered the ring with a burst of energy. He knocked down Rougeau with a dropkick, then turned his attention to Charland. He hit him with a flying forearm, then a DDT. He then climbed to the top rope and delivered a diving headbutt, covering Charland for the pin.

One, two, three!

The bell rang and the referee raised Goto's hand in victory. Saito joined him in the ring, and the two Japanese wrestlers celebrated their win. The crowd booed them, but they didn't care. They had proven themselves to be the better team, and they had earned the respect of their opponents.

Winners: Mr. Saito & Tarzan Goto

[Autistic Dragon]

Damian over Rotunda is a pretty big upset to me.

Robin holds onto the gold but Simmes has a good case for a rematch. Interesting to see the crowd cheering for the champ getting dq'd.

I imagine Zenk & Steiner was a fun time.

Walker is on a major roll.

Things get heated in the semi-main.

Saito & Goto with a hard fought win to close the show.

Between cheering Robin taking the easy way out and booing the Japanese duo despite them playing faces, you're making the MLW crowd a interesting part of the show.

[SirEdger]

Never forget that I hold shows both in Ontario and Quebec. So the crowd is gonna react differently to the Rougeaus in Ontario than they will in Quebec

[Scarlet-Left]

Fun way to get out of the women's match! Great brawl with Jim Neidhart and Matt Borne! Back-to-back tag action is a nice way to end the show.

[spaldoni]

Wow, Damien defeating Rotunda is a pretty big deal. No doubt about it, this elevates Damien. 

Robin playing heel along with a guitar gives her a fun gimmick. I miss Scarlet's Woman's Wrestling, so it's great that you're giving the woman a place to shine. 

 Zenk takes down Steiner in another upset. Tremendous win for Zenk. 

Walker is rapidly rising the ranks. I think you have a future superstar on your hands. 

It's cool seeing Bradley and Lombardi getting to play with the main eventers. Teaming with Anvil and Borne does nothing but help their careers here. Fun ending. 

Exciting main event with a fun twist as the "babyface" team of Saito and Goto take down Rougeau and Charland. Very enjoyable. 

Some exciting things happening in Maple Leaf Wrestling. 

 

[Control21]

Damien with a big win over Rotunda! I didn't see that one coming.

Tom Zenk looked very impressive against Steiner. I wouldn't call that an upset as Tom Zenk is a tremendous wrestler when given the opportunity to showcase his talents. Chris Walker looks great as well. You are making good use of him here.

Saito and Goto as the babyfaces make for an interesting dynamic. I think that's a good call on your part.

Keep 'em coming!

[LowBlowPodcast]

I love seeing the WwF talent come and go here as it helps build up the rest of the roster and the brand. I have a feeling Maple Leaf will be coming into its own before too long as a major powerhouse in Canada. Also love you’re using the women. Glad they have another home here

[kevinmcfl]

I think I predicted almost every match incorrectly.  That's one thing that makes these games fun as we all see things differently.  It could also be that I am not as familiar with some of the new wrestlers like Damien 666 or with the Canadian fan base.  

Really enjoying how the roster gets juggled a lot in terms of who is a babyface and who is a heel depending on where the show is.  This dynamic reminds me of when I was in both Toronto and Quebec in 1993.  Toronto seemed very much like New York while Quebec seemed to hate everything about NY.  

[rainmakerrtv]

8 hours ago, kevinmcfl said:

 

Really enjoying how the roster gets juggled a lot in terms of who is a babyface and who is a heel depending on where the show is.  This dynamic reminds me of when I was in both Toronto and Quebec in 1993.  Toronto seemed very much like New York while Quebec seemed to hate everything about NY.  

"Toronto is just like New York City except without all the stuff!"

[LastStopTour]

International stars, women's wrestling - Maple Leaf Wrestling has a little bit of everything for the fans.

Big fan of 666 who looks good here despite being far from home. A win over Rotunda has to be somewhat of an upset, even in Canada. Looking forward to seeing more from the Man from Mexico north of the border.