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LIW Spring Dawning - 4/22/06

Critic of the DawnPosted on 04/14/05 at 02:11:46

I can't express how pleased I am with how this card turned out.  It wasn't perfect - I would have liked to see a ****+ main event - but the entire show was solid and the new wrestlers debuting all put on an excellent showing.  I will have to think some about how to push one new wrestler in particular, but I'm not too worried.  He'll work well at whatever level I place him.

*****

Wataru Sakata vs. Simon Diamond

Wataru Sakata is unable to compete after being attacked backstage.  Jimmy Snuka will fill in for him.

Simon Diamond hits Jimmy Snuka with a dropkick.
Simon Diamond executes a short clothesline on Jimmy Snuka.
Simon Diamond is going for the cover.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, kickout.
Simon Diamond smiles, satisfied at a move well done.
The crowd is booing Simon Diamond.
Masato Tanaka throws Jimmy Snuka the ring bell, but Simon Diamond intercepts it.
Simon Diamond hits Jimmy Snuka with it and goes for the pin.
Simon Diamond pulls the tights.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, KICKOUT.
Jimmy Snuka hits a bodyslam on Simon Diamond.
Jimmy Snuka hits a kneedrop on Simon Diamond.
Jimmy Snuka works the crowd.
The crowd breaks into a "Superfly! Superfly!" chant.
Jimmy Snuka nails Simon Diamond with a flying headbutt.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, thr... kickout.

Simon Diamond kicks Jimmy Snuka.
Jimmy Snuka punches Simon Diamond.
There are lots of chants for Jimmy Snuka.
Jimmy Snuka takes Simon Diamond down with a backbreaker.
There are lots of chants for Jimmy Snuka.
Jimmy Snuka gives the sign for the Superfly Splash.
Jimmy Snuka goes for the Superfly Splash, but Simon Diamond counters it with
a roll away.
Simon Diamond throws Jimmy Snuka out of the ring.
Harry Alston counts: one, two, Jimmy Snuka reenters the ring.
Simon Diamond uses a DDT on Jimmy Snuka.
Simon Diamond further incites the crowd.
Simon Diamond nails Jimmy Snuka with a tiger suplex.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, kickout.
Simon Diamond hits Jimmy Snuka with an elbowdrop.
Simon Diamond goes for a short arm scissors, but Jimmy Snuka blocks it.
Jimmy Snuka takes Simon Diamond down with a reverse neckbreaker.
The crowd is really behind Jimmy Snuka.

Simon Diamond whips Jimmy Snuka into the ropes.
Simon Diamond goes for a chokehold, but Jimmy Snuka counters it with
a kick to the midsection.
In turn, Simon Diamond counters it with a dragon screw.
Simon Diamond hits a jumping DDT on Jimmy Snuka.
The crowd is vociferously booing Simon Diamond.
Simon Diamond executes the Simonizer on Jimmy Snuka.
The ring is quickly filling up with debris.
Simon Diamond goes for the pin.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Simon Diamond executes a piledriver on Jimmy Snuka.
The crowd breaks into a "Simon Sucks" chant.
Simon Diamond hits a jumping DDT on Jimmy Snuka.
Simon Diamond is being booed out of the building.
Simon Diamond goes for a tiger suplex, but Jimmy Snuka blocks it.
Jimmy Snuka uses a vertical suplex on Simon Diamond.
Jimmy Snuka executes a vertical suplex on Simon Diamond.
Jimmy Snuka nails Simon Diamond with a chop.
Jimmy Snuka nails Simon Diamond with a headbutt.
Jimmy Snuka hits an inside cradle on Simon Diamond.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Jimmy Snuka hits Simon Diamond with a backbreaker.
Jimmy Snuka goes for the Superfly Splash, but Simon Diamond counters it with
a roll away.
The decibel level in the building is unbelievable.
Simon Diamond nails Jimmy Snuka with a kick to the head.
The crowd is vociferously booing Simon Diamond.
Simon Diamond hits Jimmy Snuka with a kick to the midsection.
Simon Diamond goes for a chokehold, but Jimmy Snuka counters it with a facerake.
Jimmy Snuka nails Simon Diamond with a headbutt.
Jimmy Snuka nails Simon Diamond with a chop.
Jimmy Snuka whips Simon Diamond into the ropes.
Simon Diamond hits Jimmy Snuka with a kick.
Simon Diamond nails Jimmy Snuka with a low blow.
Simon Diamond runs into the ropes.
Simon Diamond hits Jimmy Snuka with a kick.
Simon Diamond executes a DDT on Jimmy Snuka.
Simon Diamond is being booed out of the building.
Simon Diamond goes for a Northern Lights suplex, but Jimmy Snuka
counters it with a DDT.
In turn, Simon Diamond counters it with a low blow.
Simon Diamond executes a backdrop on Jimmy Snuka.
Simon Diamond hits a fisherman suplex on Jimmy Snuka.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, Masato Tanaka distracts Harry Alston.
Simon Diamond goes for a short clothesline, but Jimmy Snuka counters it with
a crucifix.
There is no referee to count.
Harry Alston is back on the job.
Harry Alston counts: One, two, three.
Simon Diamond complains about a fast count.
The crowd is going into a frenzy.

The winner is Jimmy Snuka. Time of match: 0:16:53

Jimmy Snuka pinned Simon Diamond after a crucifix in 0:16:53.
Rating: ****
[Masato Tanaka interfered against Simon Diamond.]
(Wataru Sakata no-showed.)

Before this match could begin, cameras went backstage, where The International Thug Syndicate was laying a beatdown on Simon Diamond's opponent for this evening, Wataru Sakata.  Simon Diamond makes his way to the ring with a confident smirk, and quickly it is announced that Wataru Sakata is not able to compete tonight.  Diamond has just started to leave the ring when "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka's music hits, and Snuka is announced as Sakata's replacement!  This proved to be an excellent match despite Snuka's advancing age, and near the end of the match Masato Tanaka made his way to ringside.  It was Tanaka's interference in revenge for Diamond's cowardly attack on his partner that allowed Snuka to escape a pin that certainly would have finished him, and roll Diamond up into a crucifix for the victory!  Simon Diamond is NOT pleased by this, and shouts something about the Syndicate making it their priority to take the New York State Tag Team Titles as officials move to keep him seperated from Tanaka.

El Mephisto vs. Chris "HAIL!" Sabin

They lock up.
Chris Sabin goes for a German suplex, but El Mephisto blocks it.
El Mephisto goes for a Fujiwara armbar, but Chris Sabin blocks it.
El Mephisto begs off.
Chris Sabin whips El Mephisto into the ropes.
Chris Sabin goes for a dropkick, but El Mephisto side-steps and Chris Sabin
only hits air.
El Mephisto hits a series of stomps on Chris Sabin.
A portion of the crowd is cheering El Mephisto.
El Mephisto hits Chris Sabin with a flying senton.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, shoulder up.
El Mephisto throws Chris Sabin out of the ring.
El Mephisto goes for a running somersault plancha, but Chris Sabin
moves out of the way.
Chris Sabin goes for the Future Shock, but El Mephisto counters it with
a small package.
They're brawling inside the ring area.

Chris Sabin uses a dropkick on El Mephisto.
Chris Sabin takes El Mephisto down with a kneelift.
Chris Sabin throws El Mephisto out of the ring.
Chris Sabin goes through the ropes.
Chris Sabin goes for a power bomb, but El Mephisto blocks it.
Keith Bancroft counts:  1.
They're brawling inside the ring area.
El Mephisto takes Chris Sabin down with a slap.
El Mephisto nails Chris Sabin with a back suplex.
Keith Bancroft counts:  2.
El Mephisto throws Chris Sabin into the guardrail.
El Mephisto throws Chris Sabin into the guardrail.
El Mephisto goes for a forearm smash, but Chris Sabin blocks it.
Keith Bancroft counts:  3.
Keith Bancroft counts:  4.
Chris Sabin throws El Mephisto back into the ring.
Chris Sabin takes El Mephisto down with a forearm smash.
Chris Sabin executes the Future Shock on El Mephisto.
Chris Sabin goes for the pin.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, three.
The crowd is wildly cheering Chris Sabin with only a few scattered boos audible.

The winner is Chris Sabin. Time of match: 0:17:01

Chris Sabin pinned El Mephisto with the Future Shock in 0:17:01.
Rating: ** 1/2

New Europe's El Mephisto and The Usurpers' Chris Sabin had a hell of a fastpaced match that really got the crowd on their feet.  Neither of these men are anything close to fan favorites, but the exciting moves and exchanges got the fans behind both, although Sabin was quite clearly the favorite of the Long Island fans.  After things slowed down to a lengthy brawl both inside and outside of the ring, Sabin was able to return the action to the ring and hit a quick Future Shock for the victory!  With this win, The Usurpers lead New Europe 1-0 in their series this evening.

The Harris Twins vs. Lance Storm & Kid Kash

Lance Storm leaves the ring.
Ron Harris executes a belly-to-belly suplex on Kid Kash.
Ron Harris goes for a headsmash into the turnbuckle, but Kid Kash reverses it.
Kid Kash throws Ron Harris out of the ring.
Kid Kash jumps onto him with an Asai Twisting Plancha.
Kid Kash hits an enzuigiri to the face on Ron Harris.
Russell Durand counts:  1.
Kid Kash goes for flying headscissors, but Ron Harris counters it with a Hotshot.
The crowd is going crazy.
Ron Harris whips Kid Kash into the guardrail.
They're brawling inside the ring area.
Ron Harris sets up Kid Kash on the table.
Ron Harris executes the Cobra Clutch Slam through the table.
The table is broken in half.
The crowd is going crazy.
Russell Durand counts:  2.

Lance Storm uses a back suplex on Ron Harris.
Kid Kash leaves the ring.
Lance Storm runs into the ropes.
Ron Harris misses with a clothesline.
Ron Harris uses a clothesline on Lance Storm.
Ron Harris hits Lance Storm with an inside cradle.
Russell Durand counts: One, two, kickout.
Ron Harris runs into the ropes.
Ron Harris uses a clothesline on Lance Storm.
Ron Harris runs into the ropes.
Ron Harris misses with a shoulderblock.
Ron Harris misses with a clothesline.
Ron Harris misses with a clothesline.
Lance Storm misses with an elbow.
Ron Harris executes the Cobra Clutch Slam on Lance Storm.
Ron Harris has the crowd going wild.
Ron Harris goes for the pin.
Russell Durand counts: One, two, Kid Kash makes the save.

Ron Harris catches Kid Kash in a bearhug.
Kid Kash breaks the hold after 8 seconds.
Kid Kash goes for a springboard somersault dropkick, but Ron Harris
side-steps and Kid Kash only hits air.
Ron Harris uses a legdrop on Kid Kash.
Ron Harris hits Kid Kash with a bodyslam.
Don Harris enters the ring to make it two-on-one.
Don Harris goes for a clothesline, but Kid Kash counters it with a crucifix.
Kid Kash uses the ropes for leverage.
Russell Durand counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Lance Storm goes for a German suplex, but Don Harris blocks it.
Don Harris leaves the ring.
Don Harris nails Lance Storm with an elbowsmash.
Don Harris hits Lance Storm with a fallaway slam.
Don Harris goes for a backbreaker, but Lance Storm blocks it.
Lance Storm chops Don Harris.
Lance Storm hits Don Harris.
The crowd breaks into a "Impact Players!" chant.

Don Harris punches Lance Storm.
Don Harris has the crowd going wild.
Don Harris punches Lance Storm.
The crowd is going crazy.
Don Harris uses a belly-to-belly suplex on Lance Storm.
Don Harris goes for a slap, but Lance Storm blocks it.
Lance Storm runs into the ropes.
Lance Storm takes Don Harris down with a clothesline.
Lance Storm tags out to Kid Kash.
Ron Harris enters the ring and throws Lance Storm out of the ring.
Don Harris and Ron Harris whip Kid Kash into the ropes.
Don Harris and Ron Harris hit Kid Kash with a double roundhouse right.
Ron Harris leaves the ring.
Don Harris catches Kid Kash in a chokehold.
Russell Durand warns Don Harris to let go.
Russell Durand counts: One, two, three, four, five.
Russell Durand warns Don Harris.
Ron Harris enters the ring to make it two-on-one.
Lance Storm enters the ring, but gets cut off.
Don Harris and Ron Harris whip Kid Kash into the ropes.
They attempt to hit Kid Kash with a double fist to the midsection, but he
counters it with a double clothesline.
Ron Harris leaves the ring.
Kid Kash attempts to place Don Harris on the turnbuckle, but Don Harris
blocks it.
Kid Kash runs into the ropes.
Don Harris misses with a clothesline.
Don Harris hits Kid Kash with a backdrop.
Kid Kash falls out of the ring.
Russell Durand counts: one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten.
The crowd is going crazy.

The winners are The Harris Twins. Time of match: 0:16:18

The Harris Twins (Ron Harris and Don Harris) defeated Lance Storm and Kid Kash
when Heavy D defeated Kash by countout in 0:16:18.
Rating: ** 1/2

Lance Storm and Kid Kash were looking for a huge high profile victory here against The Harris Twins, but instead all they got was a beating.  The Harris Twins once again seem to be almost unbeatable in tag team action, and with this victory they have almost certainly earned a tag team title shot some time in the near future if they are interested.  With the International Thug Syndicate AND The Harris Twins potentially breathing down their necks, Dangan have got to be wondering how long they can hold onto their titles in their second reign.

("Burn in my Light" hits, and Randy Orton makes his way out to the ring as the
fans try their best to boo him out of the building.)

Randy Orton: Was there really any doubt?  Was there REALLY any doubt that I
could defeat Terry Funk?  Not to take anything away from him - the Funker is
a true legend in the sport - but Terry is an old man now.  And I... am the
Legend Killer.  I nearly took poor Terry's head off with a forearm right
between the eyes!  I killed Terry Funk just like I've killed every other legend
I face!  And just like I'm going to continue killing Cactus Jack month after
month until he realizes that I'm simply better than he ever was and gives up!
Face facts, Mick...  you're a-

("Born to be Wild" hits, and Cactus Jack charges toward the ring.  Orton meets
him on the outside, and the two exchange blows.  Then KEVIN NASH steps out of
the crowd, taking Orton down with a hard lariat.)

Kevin Nash: You've pissed off one too many guys here in LIW, Randy.  Next time
Cactus and I see you... you better have a partner with you.  Because at the
next show, it's gonna be me and Cactus Jack against you... and anyone you can
find to back you up.  Good luck there, buddy.

(Nash steps away, allowing Cactus Jack to run down the ring apron and deliver
a running elbowdrop all the way to Orton on the concrete floor!  What a message
sent to Randy Orton!)

Masato Tanaka vs. A debuting wrestler

It's Justin Credible!  And he's wearing an International Thug Syndicate T-Shirt!

Masato Tanaka goes for the Roaring Elbow, but Justin Credible blocks it.
Masato Tanaka executes an armbar takedown on Justin Credible.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible with a vertical suplex.
Justin Credible begs off.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible with a back suplex.
Masato Tanaka goes for a piledriver, but Justin Credible counters it with
a slingshot into the turnbuckle.
Justin Credible is being booed like there is no tomorrow.
Justin Credible uses a belly-to-back suplex on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible puts Masato Tanaka in a choke against the ropes.
Ted Blandford warns Justin Credible to let go.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, three.
Justin Credible whips Masato Tanaka into the ropes, but Masato Tanaka
reverses it.
Justin Credible misses with a clothesline.
Masato Tanaka uses a jumping DDT on Justin Credible.
The crowd erupts.

Justin Credible hits Masato Tanaka with a flying bodypress.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Justin Credible goes for a piledriver, but Masato Tanaka blocks it.
Masato Tanaka kicks Justin Credible.
The crowd is going into a frenzy.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible.
The crowd is giving Masato Tanaka a standing ovation.
Masato Tanaka executes a punch on Justin Credible.
Masato Tanaka goes for a spinning DDT, but Justin Credible counters it with
a backdrop.
Justin Credible uses a fist to the midsection on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible executes the That's Incredible on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible goes for the pin.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Justin Credible gives him a hiptoss, but Masato Tanaka only stares at him.
Justin Credible kicks Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible is being booed like there is no tomorrow.

Justin Credible gives him a gutwrench suplex, but Masato Tanaka only stares at
him.
Justin Credible chops Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible further incites the crowd.
Justin Credible kicks Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible further incites the crowd.
Justin Credible kicks Masato Tanaka.
Numerous fans are using Justin Credible for target practice.
Justin Credible executes a punch on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible hits a flying axhandle on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible executes the That's Incredible on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible goes for the pin.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, kickout.
Justin Credible throws Ted Blandford out of the ring.
Ted Blandford is out cold.
Justin Credible uses a forearm to the back on Masato Tanaka.
Ted Blandford crawls back into the ring.

Masato Tanaka goes for a tope suicida, but Justin Credible moves out of the way.
Masato Tanaka is out cold.
Justin Credible throws Masato Tanaka back into the ring.
Justin Credible executes the That's Incredible on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible goes for the pin.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Justin Credible gives him a snap suplex, but Masato Tanaka only stares at him.
Masato Tanaka punches Justin Credible.
Justin Credible kicks Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible further incites the crowd.
Masato Tanaka punches Justin Credible.
Masato Tanaka chops Justin Credible.
The chants for Masato Tanaka are deafening.
Justin Credible chops Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible is being booed like there is no tomorrow.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible.
Justin Credible chops Masato Tanaka.
Masato Tanaka chops Justin Credible.
Justin Credible hits Masato Tanaka.
The arena is exploding in a chorus of boos.
Justin Credible chops Masato Tanaka.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible.
The chants for Masato Tanaka are deafening.
Justin Credible chops Masato Tanaka.
Numerous fans are using Justin Credible for target practice.
Justin Credible uses a bodyslam on Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible whips Masato Tanaka into the turnbuckle, but Masato Tanaka
reverses it.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible with a forearm smash.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible with a forearm smash.
Masato Tanaka hits Justin Credible with a forearm smash.
Masato Tanaka executes the Roaring Elbow on Justin Credible.
Masato Tanaka goes for the pin.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Masato Tanaka nails Justin Credible with a forearm to the back.
Masato Tanaka takes Justin Credible down with an inside cradle.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Masato Tanaka sends Justin Credible into the turnbuckle.
Masato Tanaka charges in with a lariat.
Masato Tanaka runs into the ropes.
Justin Credible hits Masato Tanaka with a clothesline.
Justin Credible gives him a hiptoss, but Masato Tanaka only stares at him.
Justin Credible takes Masato Tanaka down with a side suplex.
Justin Credible is being booed out of the building.
Justin Credible hits Masato Tanaka with a kick to the midsection.
Justin Credible executes the That's Incredible on Masato Tanaka.
The decibel level in the building is unbelievable.
Justin Credible goes for the pin.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, kickout.
Justin Credible takes Masato Tanaka down with a punch.
Justin Credible hits Masato Tanaka.
Justin Credible is being booed like there is no tomorrow.
Justin Credible chops Masato Tanaka.
Masato Tanaka punches Justin Credible.
The chants for Masato Tanaka are deafening.
Masato Tanaka hits a back suplex on Justin Credible.
Masato Tanaka hits a fist to the midsection on Justin Credible.
Masato Tanaka takes Justin Credible down with the Running Forearm Smash.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, three.
The crowd erupts.

The winner is Masato Tanaka. Time of match: 0:18:20

[Debut Match]:
Masato Tanaka pinned Justin Credible after the Running Forearm Smash in 0:18:20.
Rating: *** 3/4

The International Thug Syndicate's new man turned out to be none other than Justin Credible.  Credible worked with LIW for several months last year, mainly teaming with Lance Storm.  Now he has apparently embraced the ITS creed, doing whatever is necessary to prove to the world that he is terribly underrated.  As a result, this was a high intensity brawl, with Credible actually holding the advantage for most of the match.  Though he beat Tanaka bloody, he just could not seem to gain a pinfall.  Even after ducking the Roaring Elbow and hitting That's Incredible several times, Tanaka refused to stay down.  Eventually he was able to end this contest with a stiff forearm shot right to Credible's face which very nearly knocked him out cold.  Even with a defeat in this match, Credible looked very good, and was definately a wise acquisition for ITS.

Vampiro vs. "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner vs. A debuting wrestler

BREAK THE WALL DOOOOOOOOOOWN!  It's Chris Jericho!  The fans are going BANANA!

Scott Steiner punches Vampiro.
Scott Steiner uses a double underhook power bomb on Vampiro.
The decibel level in the building is unbelievable.
Scott Steiner takes Vampiro down with a chop.
Scott Steiner takes Vampiro down with an overhead belly-to-belly suplex.
The crowd breaks into a "We Want Rick" chant.
Scott Steiner uses a clothesline on Vampiro.
Scott Steiner hits Vampiro with an elbowdrop.
Scott Steiner goes for a vertical suplex, but Vampiro blocks it.
Vampiro kicks Scott Steiner.
Vampiro chops Scott Steiner.
The crowd is giving Vampiro a standing ovation.
Vampiro executes a side suplex on Scott Steiner.
Vampiro executes a roundhouse kick on Scott Steiner.
The crowd erupts.
Vampiro tags out to Chris Jericho.
Chris Jericho goes for a snap mare, but Scott Steiner blocks it.

Chris Jericho takes Vampiro down with a springboard dropkick.
The chants for Chris Jericho are deafening.
Chris Jericho is going for the pin.
Alan Tso counts: One, kickout.
Chris Jericho throws Vampiro out of the ring.
Alan Tso counts: one, Vampiro reenters the ring.
Chris Jericho uses a faceslam on Vampiro.
Chris Jericho hits Vampiro with a lionsault.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, KICKOUT.
Vampiro hits Chris Jericho with a lariat.
Vampiro tags out to Scott Steiner.
Scott Steiner goes for a fallaway slam, but Chris Jericho counters it with
a forearm smash.
Chris Jericho hits Scott Steiner with an enzuigiri.
Chris Jericho is going for the pin.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Chris Jericho works the crowd.
The crowd is behind Chris Jericho all the way.

Chris Jericho uses a flying forearm on Scott Steiner.
The chants for Chris Jericho are deafening.
Chris Jericho executes the Walls Of Jericho on Scott Steiner.
Vampiro makes the save.
Chris Jericho attempts to place Scott Steiner on the turnbuckle, but
Scott Steiner blocks it.
Chris Jericho hits Scott Steiner with a clothesline.
Chris Jericho is going for the pin.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Chris Jericho runs into the ropes.
Chris Jericho hits Scott Steiner with an elbow.
Chris Jericho runs into the ropes.
Chris Jericho goes for a spinning heel kick, but Scott Steiner blocks it.
Scott Steiner chops Chris Jericho.
Chris Jericho kicks Scott Steiner.
Chris Jericho punches Scott Steiner.
The chants for Chris Jericho are deafening.

Vampiro hits Chris Jericho with a kick.
Vampiro goes for a roundhouse kick, but Chris Jericho blocks it.
Chris Jericho executes a clothesline on Vampiro.
Chris Jericho locks Vampiro in a chokehold.
Alan Tso warns Chris Jericho to let go.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, three, four.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, three, four.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, three, four.
Alan Tso threatens Chris Jericho with disqualification.
Chris Jericho executes a faceslam on Vampiro.
Chris Jericho works the crowd.
The crowd is behind Chris Jericho all the way.
Chris Jericho hits a lionsault on Vampiro.
Alan Tso counts: One, kickout.
Chris Jericho executes a double underhook backbreaker on Vampiro.
Chris Jericho goes for a springboard dropkick, but Vampiro side-steps and
Chris Jericho only hits air.
Vampiro hits Chris Jericho with a kick to the midsection.
Vampiro goes for a series of slaps, but Chris Jericho ducks out of the way.
Chris Jericho takes Vampiro down with a slap.
Chris Jericho takes Vampiro down with a Northern Lights suplex.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, three.
The crowd erupts.

The winner is Chris Jericho. Time of match: 0:21:00

[Debut Match]: Triangle Match:
Chris Jericho defeated Vampiro and Scott Steiner when Jericho pinned Vampiro
after a Northern Lights suplex in 0:21:00.
Rating: *** 1/2

It's Chris Jericho!  CHRIS JERICHO has come to LIW!

Though they might not see eye to eye on much, as soon as that familiar music hit, Steiner looked at Vampiro and said to him "You may be a whiny gothic bitch, but we might need to work together on this one."  And work together they did.  Steiner and Vampiro did everything in their power to stay on top of Jericho, but Y2J proved that he was just too good for them to keep down.  Jericho even managed to get the Walls of Jericho for a few seconds before the hold was broken.  A quick Northern Lights suplex a few moments later, though, and Jericho had won his debut match!  Great things may be in store for Chris Jericho here in LIW!

Michael Shane & Frankie Kazarian vs. International Thug Syndicate Members Ricky Reyes & Too Cold Scorpio

Ricky Reyes lets go after 12 seconds.
Ricky Reyes throws Michael Shane out of the ring.
Ricky Reyes jumps onto him with a running moonsault plancha.
Ricky Reyes executes a kick to the head on Michael Shane.
Keith Bancroft counts:  1.
Ricky Reyes knocks Michael Shane into the ringsteps.
Ricky Reyes shoves Michael Shane into the guardrail.
Keith Bancroft counts:  2.
Ricky Reyes goes for the Avalanche Brain Buster, but Michael Shane
counters it with a slidedown.
Michael Shane gets back into the ring.
Ricky Reyes follows him back in.
Michael Shane tags out to Frankie Kazarian.
Frankie Kazarian and Michael Shane whip Ricky Reyes into the ropes.
They attempt to hit Ricky Reyes with a double backdrop, but he counters
it with a double headsmash.
Michael Shane leaves the ring.
Ricky Reyes takes Frankie Kazarian down with a spinning heel kick.

Michael Shane enters the ring and lays out Ricky Reyes.
Michael Shane is getting a good reaction from the crowd.
Frankie Kazarian and Michael Shane hit Too Cold Scorpio with a double kneelift.
Michael Shane leaves the ring.
Frankie Kazarian hits a forearm smash on Too Cold Scorpio.
Frankie Kazarian hits an electric chair drop on Too Cold Scorpio.
Frankie Kazarian hits Too Cold Scorpio with a snap mare.
Frankie Kazarian goes for a kick to the midsection, but Too Cold Scorpio blocks it.
Too Cold Scorpio hits Frankie Kazarian with a spinwheel kick.
A wave of boos is going through the crowd.
Too Cold Scorpio goes for a spinwheel kick, but Frankie Kazarian
ducks out of the way.
Frankie Kazarian executes a gutwrench suplex on Too Cold Scorpio.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, kickout.
Frankie Kazarian whips Too Cold Scorpio into the ropes.
Too Cold Scorpio hits Frankie Kazarian with a kick.
Too Cold Scorpio executes the 450 Splash on Frankie Kazarian.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, three.
A wave of boos is going through the crowd.

The winners are International Thug Syndicate. Time of match: 0:16:08

International Thug Syndicate (Ricky Reyes and Too Cold Scorpio) defeated
Michael Shane and Frankie Kazarian when Scorpio pinned F. Kazarian with the
450 Splash in 0:16:08.
Rating: ** 1/2

From the opening moments of this match, Ricky Reyes beat the holy hell out of both Michael Shane and Frankie Kazarian.  It took nearly ten minutes for Shane and Kazarian to begin to make a comeback, but when that comeback came the fans were good and ready for it!  Using every ounce of their speed and grappling ability, Shane and Kazarian clawed their way back into this match.  It just wasn't enough, though, and in the end a HUGE 450 Splash put Kazarian away, giving the International Thug Syndicate another tag team victory and bringing them one step closer to a shot at the tag team titles.

Frank Shamrock vs. "The British Sensation" Jonny Storm

Frank Shamrock gets a single-leg takedown into a leglock on Jonny Storm.
Jonny Storm tries to escape the hold.
Jonny Storm makes it to the ropes after 14 seconds.
Frank Shamrock goes for a mounted punch, but Jonny Storm blocks it.
Jonny Storm hits Frank Shamrock with a power bomb.
Ted Blandford counts: One, shoulder up.
Jonny Storm hits Frank Shamrock.
The cheers for Jonny Storm are drowning out the boos.
Frank Shamrock kicks Jonny Storm.
All of a sudden, the boos are turning into almost unanimous cheers.
Frank Shamrock chops Jonny Storm.
The crowd breaks into a "Shamrock!  Shamrock!" chant.
Jonny Storm hits Frank Shamrock.
Jonny Storm gets a sleeperhold on Frank Shamrock.
Frank Shamrock tries to escape the hold.
Frank Shamrock makes it to the ropes after holding out for 15 seconds.
Jonny Storm hits Frank Shamrock.
The crowd seems to be rallying behind Jonny Storm.
Jonny Storm hits Frank Shamrock.
Frank Shamrock kicks Jonny Storm.
All of a sudden, the boos are turning into almost unanimous cheers.
Jonny Storm chops Frank Shamrock.
Jonny Storm chops Frank Shamrock.
The cheers for Jonny Storm are drowning out the boos.
Jonny Storm hits Frank Shamrock.
The cheers for Jonny Storm are drowning out the boos.
Frank Shamrock hits Jonny Storm.
Frank Shamrock hits Jonny Storm with a forearm smash.
Frank Shamrock runs into the ropes.
Stevie Knight hits Frank Shamrock in the back with a chair.
Ted Blandford calls for the DQ.
The boos are resurfacing again.

The winner is Frank Shamrock. Time of match: 0:03:01

Frank Shamrock defeated Jonny Storm by disqualification in 0:03:01.
Rating: **
[Stevie Knight interfered against Frank Shamrock.]

Both New Europe and The Usurpers came to ringside to watch their respective leaders battle it out.  Frank Shamrock and Jonny Storm had only begun to feel each other out when New Europe tried to steal an easy victory.  Stevie Knight hit Frank Shamrock in the back with a chair, but the ref saw it.  Though he called for the DQ, you could hardly tell, as both groups quickly jumped each other and began brawling all over the ring area.  It took several minutes for officials to seperate these two groups and restore order.  Up next: the debut of one of the most entertaining men in the history of professional wrestling!

(With the ring area finally clear, the highly anticipated debut of one of the
most entertaining men in the history of the business could finally happen.  The
crowd hushes in expectation, then a figure dressed in a sharp suit made his
way to the ring...  is that... Lamont?)

Lamont: Ladies and gentlemen, please give it up to THE Most Entertaining Man
in Sports Entertainment...  My good friend... Ernest "The Cat" Miller!

("Paid the Cost To Be the Boss" by James Brown hits, and Miller struts to the
ring with a sequined cloak over his tights.  The crowd is stunned.  Then the
boos begin.  THIS is the famous entertainer that was hyped so highly!?!)

Ernest Miller: Thank you!  Now I know most of you came here to see wrestling,
but I can do you all one better!  I have been paid the cost to be the boss, and
the boss says that the time for wrestling is over and the time for DANCING has
begun!  Somebody call my mama!  Hit that music!

(Funky music begins to play and Ernest Miller dances around the ring as the
crowd boos him, throws trash towards the ring, and just generally indicates
that they are NOT happy with what is happening.  Then... Aviv Maayan's music
cuts in, and Maayan dashes towards the ring to a pop from the crowd.)

Ernest Miller: What?  Oh no you di'nt!  I am a National KaraTE champion, boy,
and for interrupting my partay your face is gonna get a good kicking!

(The bell rings and the match begins.)

Aviv Maayan vs. Ernest "The Cat" Miller

They lock up.
Ernest Miller hits Aviv Maayan with a legsweep faceslam.
Ernest Miller executes a flying bodypress on Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller pulls the tights.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, kickout.
Ernest Miller whips Aviv Maayan into the ropes.
Lamont trips Aviv Maayan.
Keith Bancroft threatens Ernest Miller with disqualification.
Keith Bancroft warns Lamont.
Keith Bancroft is back on the job.
Ernest Miller uses an earringer on Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller kicks Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller is starting to get under the crowd's skin.
Ernest Miller hits Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller is starting to get under the crowd's skin.
Aviv Maayan hits Ernest Miller.
A few fans are cheering on Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller kicks Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller is starting to get under the crowd's skin.
Aviv Maayan kicks Ernest Miller.
Aviv Maayan puts Ernest Miller in a side headlock.
Ernest Miller makes it to the ropes after 5 seconds.
Aviv Maayan throws Ernest Miller out of the ring.
Aviv Maayan goes for a plancha, but Ernest Miller moves out of the way.
Aviv Maayan is out cold.
A fan at ringside badmouths Ernest Miller.
Ernest Miller throws Aviv Maayan back into the ring.
Ernest Miller executes the Thrust Kick on Aviv Maayan.
A fan at ringside badmouths Ernest Miller.
Ernest Miller goes for the pin.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, kickout.
Ernest Miller runs into the ropes.
Aviv Maayan hits a monkey flip on Ernest Miller.
Aviv Maayan goes for a hiptoss, but Ernest Miller counters it with a lariat.

Ernest Miller begs off.
Aviv Maayan goes for a German suplex, but Ernest Miller blocks it.
Ernest Miller punches Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller kicks Aviv Maayan.
The crowd is booing Ernest Miller.
Ernest Miller chops Aviv Maayan.
The crowd breaks into a "Booooring" chant.
Ernest Miller goes for a bodyslam, but Aviv Maayan counters it with
a small package.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, kickout.
Ernest Miller begs off.
Aviv Maayan uses a hiptoss on Ernest Miller.
Aviv Maayan hits Ernest Miller with a Japanese armdrag takedown.
Aviv Maayan executes a snap mare on Ernest Miller.
Aviv Maayan goes for a monkey flip, but Ernest Miller blocks it.
Ernest Miller uses a chop on Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller throws Aviv Maayan into the turnbuckle, but Aviv Maayan
reverses it.

Ernest Miller hits a double underhook suplex on Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller is eliciting a sizable round of boos.
Ernest Miller goes for a spin kick, but Aviv Maayan ducks out of the way.
Aviv Maayan whips Ernest Miller into the ropes, but Ernest Miller reverses it.
Aviv Maayan uses a clothesline on Ernest Miller.
Aviv Maayan hits a brain buster on Ernest Miller.
The crowd is cheering on Aviv Maayan.
Aviv Maayan takes Ernest Miller down with a brain buster.
The crowd is cheering on Aviv Maayan.
Aviv Maayan takes Ernest Miller down with a spinning leg lariat.
Aviv Maayan nails Ernest Miller with the Coup De Grace.
Aviv Maayan is going for the cover.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, kickout.
Ernest Miller begs off.
Aviv Maayan gives the sign for the Viva Las Vegas.
Aviv Maayan executes the Viva Las Vegas on Ernest Miller.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, thr... kickout.

Aviv Maayan works the crowd.
The crowd breaks into a "Viva!" chant.
Aviv Maayan nails Ernest Miller with a springboard armdrag.
Aviv Maayan is going for the pin.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Aviv Maayan runs into the ropes.
Aviv Maayan goes for a clothesline, but Ernest Miller ducks out of the way.
Ernest Miller sets up Aviv Maayan on the turnbuckle.
Ernest Miller executes a belly-to-belly superplex on Aviv Maayan.
Ernest Miller is being booed like there is no tomorrow.
Ernest Miller executes the Thrust Kick on Aviv Maayan.
The arena is exploding in a chorus of boos.
Ernest Miller goes for the pin.
Ernest Miller uses the ropes for leverage.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, he sees it.
Keith Bancroft threatens Ernest Miller with disqualification.
Ernest Miller goes for a side suplex, but Aviv Maayan blocks it.

Aviv Maayan takes Ernest Miller down with a flying huracanrana.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Aviv Maayan gives the sign for the Viva Las Vegas.
Aviv Maayan executes the Viva Las Vegas on Ernest Miller.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, kickout.
Aviv Maayan hits the Swinging DDT on Ernest Miller.
The crowd is really behind Aviv Maayan.
Aviv Maayan puts Ernest Miller in a leg hammerlock.
Aviv Maayan lets go after 13 seconds.
Aviv Maayan gets a side headlock on Ernest Miller.
Ernest Miller breaks the hold after 5 seconds.
Ernest Miller uses a jumping side kick on Aviv Maayan.
The arena is exploding in a chorus of boos.
Ernest Miller executes the Thrust Kick on Aviv Maayan.
Numerous fans are using Ernest Miller for target practice.
Ernest Miller goes for the pin.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Ernest Miller takes Aviv Maayan down with an inside cradle.
Ernest Miller pulls the tights.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Ernest Miller goes for a side suplex, but Aviv Maayan counters it with
spinning headscissors.
The crowd is really behind Aviv Maayan.
Aviv Maayan executes an armdrag takedown on Ernest Miller.
Ernest Miller begs off.
Aviv Maayan hits Ernest Miller with a Japanese armdrag takedown.
Aviv Maayan hits a flying huracanrana on Ernest Miller.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, Lamont distracts Keith Bancroft.
Aviv Maayan hits spinning headscissors on Ernest Miller.
Aviv Maayan whips Ernest Miller into the ropes, but Ernest Miller reverses it.
Aviv Maayan hits Ernest Miller with a kick.
Aviv Maayan runs into the ropes.
Ernest Miller hits Aviv Maayan with an elbow.
Ernest Miller takes Aviv Maayan down with a forearm smash.
Keith Bancroft is back on the job.
Ernest Miller whips Aviv Maayan into the ropes.
Ernest Miller hits Aviv Maayan with a kick.
Ernest Miller runs into the ropes.
Aviv Maayan hits Ernest Miller with a backdrop.
Aviv Maayan hits an armdrag takedown on Ernest Miller.
Aviv Maayan goes for a flying huracanrana, but Ernest Miller counters it with
a power bomb.
Keith Bancroft counts: One, two, three.
The decibel level in the building is unbelievable.

The winner is Ernest Miller. Time of match: 0:19:26

[Debut Match]:
Ernest Miller pinned Aviv Maayan after a power bomb in 0:19:26.
Rating: ***
[Lamont interfered against Aviv Maayan.]

The crowd absolutely HATED Ernest Miller for his tired dancing act, and really got behind Aviv Maayan as he ran in to put a stop to it before the fans all fled.  Immediately Ernest Miller gave him exactly the face kicking he promised, but Aviv Maayan took it and came back for seconds.  We haven't seen this much fire in Maayan for quite some time, but in the end the distractions of Lamont and Miller's martial arts skills proved too much for him, and Miller was able to powerbomb the crap out of a tired Aviv Maayan during a rana attempt.  Lamont handed him his cape, and Miller limped to the back as Lamont spoke one last time tonight.  "Ladies and Gentlemen, the Cat has left the building!"

Edward Chastain vs. "Shining Light" Stevie Knight

Alan Tso counts:  4.
Edward Chastain climbs back into the ring.
Stevie Knight rolls back in under the bottom rope.
Edward Chastain nails Stevie Knight with a forearm to the back.
Edward Chastain uses a waistlock takedown on Stevie Knight.
Edward Chastain nails Stevie Knight with a power bomb.
Alan Tso counts: One, kickout.
Edward Chastain executes an eye gouge on Stevie Knight.
Edward Chastain goes for a sidewalk slam, but Stevie Knight counters it with
a DDT.
The crowd seems to be rallying behind Stevie Knight.
Stevie Knight executes a drop toe hold on Edward Chastain.
Stevie Knight works the crowd.
The cheers for Stevie Knight are drowning out the boos.
Stevie Knight goes for a forearm to the back, but Edward Chastain
side-steps and Stevie Knight only hits air.
Edward Chastain hits Stevie Knight with a senton.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, KICKOUT.
Stevie Knight uses an eye gouge on Edward Chastain.
Stevie Knight chops Edward Chastain.
The crowd seems to be rallying behind Stevie Knight.
Stevie Knight kicks Edward Chastain.
The crowd seems to be rallying behind Stevie Knight.
Edward Chastain chops Stevie Knight.
Edward Chastain is starting to get more cheers than boos.
Edward Chastain kicks Stevie Knight.
Edward Chastain acknowledges the portion of the crowd which is cheering him.
Edward Chastain uses an avalanche on Stevie Knight.
Edward Chastain acknowledges the portion of the crowd which is cheering him.
Edward Chastain runs into the ropes.
Edward Chastain hits a clothesline on Stevie Knight.
Edward Chastain executes a senton on Stevie Knight.
Alan Tso counts: One, two, three.
Edward Chastain acknowledges the portion of the crowd which is cheering him.

The winner is Edward Chastain. Time of match: 0:02:31

Edward Chastain pinned Stevie Knight after a senton in 0:02:31.
Rating: * 3/4

The third match in the New Europe vs. The Usurpers series ended even faster than the second, with Stevie Knight being absolutely flattened beneath the sheer mass of the monster Edward Chastain.  With three victories in three matches, The Usurpers are looking very strong indeed with this easy win, while it is even more evident that New Europe is in decline.

(Frank Shamrock's music hits, and The Usurpers hit the ring.)

Frank Shamrock: Oh Jonny...  I do believe that we've beaten the crap out of you
just like we promised.  That means it's time for New Europe to step aside.  
There's a new power in Long Island Wrestling... and it is The Usurpers.  Your
time is finished, Storm.

("Ode To Joy" hits, and El Mephisto and Jonny Storm join the battered Stevie
Knight at ringside.)

Jonny Storm: Is that so, Frank?  I don't think so.  You've got a good group,
sure, but I still hold all the power here.  New Europe's name carries weight
that your doesn't because we are a group for champions.  Oh, we don't hold any
belts right NOW.  But soon we will once again!  So basically... No.  You and
your toadies can go to hell!

Frank Shamrock: In that case, you have two options.  First, Sabin, Chastain and
I can come out there and finish the job.  You've all been beaten badly enough
that I expect I can snap a few ankles with ease.  The other option is put up
or shut up.  At the next show... New Europe vs. The Usurpers.  A six man tag
team match... with the losing group disbanding.  What do you say, Storm?  A
beat down, or a chance to prove that your precious vision isn't dead?

Jonny Storm: You're on, Frank.  And I look forward to bidding the headache that
you and your cause me farewell.

(Fade out.)

Johnny B. Badd vs. A debuting wrestler

And... It's... Solo Snuka!  Jimmy Snuka accompanies his son to the ring for his first match here in LIW!

Johnny B. Badd attacks Solo Snuka before the bell.
Johnny B. Badd takes Solo Snuka down with a reverse neckbreaker.
Johnny B. Badd runs into the ropes.
Solo Snuka hits Johnny B. Badd with a clothesline.
Solo Snuka is going for the cover.
Jeffrey Brace counts: One, two, kickout.
Solo Snuka uses an atomic drop on Johnny B. Badd.
Solo Snuka uses a vertical suplex on Johnny B. Badd.
Solo Snuka runs into the ropes.
Johnny B. Badd hits Solo Snuka with a shoulderblock.
Johnny B. Badd works the crowd.
The crowd breaks into a "Mero Sucks!" chant.
Johnny B. Badd whips Solo Snuka into the ropes, but Solo Snuka reverses it.
Johnny B. Badd executes a clothesline on Solo Snuka.
Johnny B. Badd works the crowd.
Johnny B. Badd is starting to get more cheers than boos.
Johnny B. Badd takes Solo Snuka down with a clothesline.

Johnny B. Badd throws Solo Snuka out of the ring.
Johnny B. Badd rolls out under the bottom rope.
Johnny B. Badd shoves Solo Snuka into the guardrail.
Johnny B. Badd nails Solo Snuka with a kneelift.
Jeffrey Brace counts:  1.
Johnny B. Badd goes for the Badd Mood, but Solo Snuka blocks it.
Johnny B. Badd shoves Solo Snuka into the guardrail.
Johnny B. Badd throws Solo Snuka into the guardrail.
Johnny B. Badd reenters the ring.
Solo Snuka climbs back into the ring.
Johnny B. Badd gives the sign for the fireman's carry into an Ace Crusher.
Johnny B. Badd hits a fireman's carry into an Ace Crusher on Solo Snuka.
Johnny B. Badd goes for a jab, but Solo Snuka blocks it.
Solo Snuka uses a gutwrench suplex on Johnny B. Badd.
Jeffrey Brace counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Solo Snuka executes a backbreaker on Johnny B. Badd.
Solo Snuka is going for the pin.
Jeffrey Brace counts: One, two, kickout.
Solo Snuka works the crowd.
A portion of the crowd is cheering Solo Snuka.
Solo Snuka uses a bodyslam on Johnny B. Badd.
Solo Snuka nails Johnny B. Badd with a flying headbutt.
Jeffrey Brace counts: One, two, three.
A portion of the crowd is booing Solo Snuka.

The winner is Solo Snuka. Time of match: 0:03:58

[Debut Match]:
Solo Snuka pinned Johnny B. Badd after a flying headbutt in 0:03:58.
Rating: ** 3/4

It's Solo Snuka!  Jimmy Snuka's son has debuted here in LIW!

Johnny B. Badd seemed to be off his game tonight, as Solo Snuka was able to rush in, hit him hard and fast, then get a quick victory after a flying headbutt!  If Solo Snuka is as talented as it seems, having both him and his father in the promotion could produce some very interesting matchups...

Your Main Event:
Paul London vs. "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson for the New York State Heavyweight Title

Arn Anderson gets a Boston crab on Paul London.
Paul London is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Paul London gets ahold of the ropes after being trapped for 24 seconds.
Arn Anderson executes the Spinebuster on Paul London.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, kickout.
Arn Anderson goes for a piledriver, but Paul London counters it with
a slingshot into the turnbuckle.
The crowd is going crazy.
Paul London goes for a superkick, but Arn Anderson ducks out of the way.
Arn Anderson hits Paul London with a snap mare.
Arn Anderson locks Paul London in a sleeperhold.
Paul London is inching his way towards the ropes.
Arn Anderson lets go after 16 seconds.
Arn Anderson hits Paul London with an atomic drop.
Arn Anderson whips Paul London into the ropes.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with an elbow.
Paul London takes Arn Anderson down with a spinning neckbreaker.
The crowd is going crazy.
Paul London gives the sign for the Cosmic Cyclone.
Paul London executes the Cosmic Cyclone on Arn Anderson.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Paul London goes for an Asai moonsault, but Arn Anderson side-steps and
Paul London only hits air.
Arn Anderson gives the IV Horsemen sign.
The crowd erupts.
Arn Anderson executes a kneelift on Paul London.
Arn Anderson throws Paul London out of the ring.
Arn Anderson rolls out under the bottom rope.
They're brawling inside the ring area.
Arn Anderson throws Paul London into the guardrail.
Arn Anderson throws Paul London back into the ring.
Arn Anderson hits Paul London with a backbreaker.
The crowd is going into a frenzy.
Arn Anderson goes for a sleeperhold, but Paul London counters it with
a go-behind.

Ted Blandford counts:  4.
Arn Anderson throws Paul London into the guardrail.
Ted Blandford counts:  5.
Arn Anderson throws Paul London into the guardrail.
Ted Blandford counts:  6.
Arn Anderson goes for a backbreaker, but Paul London blocks it.
Ted Blandford counts:  7.
Paul London shoves Arn Anderson into the guardrail.
Paul London takes Arn Anderson down with a dropsault.
Paul London gets back into the ring.
Arn Anderson follows him back in.
Paul London goes for a kick to the head, but Arn Anderson blocks it.
Arn Anderson executes the Spinebuster on Paul London.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Arn Anderson executes an atomic drop on Paul London.
Arn Anderson executes a DDT on Paul London.
The crowd is behind Arn Anderson all the way.

Arn Anderson runs into the ropes.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with an elbow.
Paul London gives the sign for the Cosmic Cyclone.
Paul London executes the Cosmic Cyclone on Arn Anderson.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Paul London executes a gutwrench suplex on Arn Anderson.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Paul London uses a dropsault on Arn Anderson.
Paul London executes a Japanese armdrag takedown on Arn Anderson.
Paul London goes for a power bomb, but Arn Anderson blocks it.
Arn Anderson executes a vertical suplex on Paul London.
Arn Anderson nails Paul London with a swinging neckbreaker.
The crowd is going into a frenzy.
Arn Anderson goes for a back suplex, but Paul London flips over.
Paul London goes for a dragon sleeper, but Arn Anderson blocks it.
Arn Anderson kicks Paul London.
The chants for Arn Anderson are deafening.

Arn Anderson goes for a backbreaker, but Paul London blocks it.
Paul London executes a power bomb on Arn Anderson.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, kickout.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with spinning headscissors.
Paul London locks Arn Anderson in a side headlock.
Arn Anderson inches his way towards the ropes after being locked up for 5
seconds.
Paul London throws Arn Anderson out of the ring.
Paul London goes for a baseball slide, but Arn Anderson moves out of the way.
Paul London is out cold.
Arn Anderson throws Paul London back into the ring.
Arn Anderson executes the Spinebuster on Paul London.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Arn Anderson hits Paul London.
Arn Anderson kicks Paul London.
Arn Anderson hits Paul London.
There are lots of chants for Arn Anderson.
Arn Anderson uses a legsweep on Paul London.
Arn Anderson executes a forearm smash on Paul London.
Arn Anderson runs into the ropes.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with an elbow.
Paul London gives the sign for the Cosmic Cyclone.
Paul London executes the Cosmic Cyclone on Arn Anderson.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Paul London takes Arn Anderson down with a dropsault.
Paul London gets a dragon sleeper on Arn Anderson.
Arn Anderson makes it to the ropes after 6 seconds.
Paul London hits an inside cradle on Arn Anderson.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Paul London executes a legsweep faceslam on Arn Anderson.
Paul London whips Arn Anderson into the ropes.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with a clothesline.
Paul London runs into the ropes.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with a clothesline.
Arn Anderson falls out of the ring.

Paul London hits Arn Anderson with a shoulderblock.
Paul London throws Arn Anderson into the turnbuckle.
Paul London hits a kneelift on Arn Anderson.
Paul London nails Arn Anderson with a forearm smash.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with a forearm smash.
Paul London hits Arn Anderson with a springboard headscissors.
Paul London hits a springboard headscissors on Arn Anderson.
The crowd is cheering on Paul London.
Paul London uses a springboard enzuigiri on Arn Anderson.
Paul London executes a gutwrench suplex on Arn Anderson.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Paul London uses a vertical suplex on Arn Anderson.
Paul London runs into the ropes.
Arn Anderson hits Paul London with a kick.
Arn Anderson is going for the pin.
Ted Blandford counts: One, two, three.
There are lots of chants for Arn Anderson.

The winner is Arn Anderson. Time of match: 0:27:42

Arn Anderson defeated Paul London via pinfall in 0:27:42.
Rating: *** 3/4
(Arn Anderson retained the New York State Heavyweight Title.)

Arn Anderson and Paul London proved to be very evenly matches, with neither man able to hold the advantage for long in this match.  London tried to keep Anderson guessing with his speed, but Anderson brawled and wrestled his way back into control, only for London's superb mat skills to allow him to escape so the whole cycle could begin again.  In the end, simple fatigue proved to be the bane of Paul London.  After kicking out of several hard Spinebusters and pursuing his own tiring offense, he simply didn't have enough left to kick out after a hard kick to the head by Anderson.  Arn Anderson retains the New York State Heavyweight Champion, but offers London a handshake for an excellent match.

Card rating: ** 3/4

Match of the Evening: Jimmy Snuka vs. Simon Diamond

*****

Eric "Critic of the Dawn"
Shaun SindelmanPosted on 04/14/05 at 16:55:29

Nice win for Chris Sabin. Mephisto was obviously still coming off his win at Battle of Long Island, even if it WAS by DQ. =)

Good to see that The Harris Brothers are doing alot better here than Hard Knox. I can predict them working for only ONE Long Island company fairly soon.

Oooo, Cactus & Nash vs Orton and ??? Hmm, me thinks Randy brings dad in for one night.

Justin Credible is an ITS - very nice debut.

WOAH - Chris Jericho comes to Long Island. Another big debut. Good to see the Ayatollah of Rock and Rollla get the win.

I dont know about Ernest Miller being a highly anticipated debut but hey, if you can roll with it, that's cool.

Allow me to predict that next month, New Europe's run ends at the hands of The Usurpers.

Nice sportsmanship between London & Anderson.

Overall, good event. Keep 'em coming.
VertigoPosted on 04/16/05 at 03:53:10

Would have preferred to see Sakata take on Diamond, but Snuka is good too. I like some legends mixing it up with some current wrestlers. Cool to see Snuka win it and have a very good match in the process. ITS just hasn't been the same since Booker T left.

Sabin wins it for The Usurpers. I say I'm pushing for New Europe in this series because for some reason I can't really get behind The Usurpers at all.

It was no shock seeing The Harris Twins win. They're so dominate together that it's a wonder that they ever split up. Dangan is DEFINATLY in some serious trouble if the Harris Twins get that title shot.

I actually found myself rooting for Kevin Nash in the segment with Orton. I'm not much of a fan of Orton in WWE or LIW... so even Nash beating on Orton gets me pretty pumped up. Yeah, Orton's arrogance is definatly pushing everyone's buttons.

Masato Tanaka is a machine.. always has been and probably always will be. Justin Credible is tough and a good addition to ITS, but Tanaka made of steel! If he wasn't so occupied with Dangan, I'd give him a run at the Championship.

Wow! Y2J!! What a gain for LIW!! There was no doubt in my mind that Y2J would overcome the mediocre Vampiro and Scott Steiner. I can't even imagine what's to come of Y2J in LIW.

What's with Ernest Miller? These new additions keep getting wilder and wilder!

Damnit! The Usurpers swept New Europe! Well, the second match may not be a win for either team because of the DQ, but either way... damnit!! Here's to hoping New Europe disbands The Usurpers at the next show.

I was surprised to see Solo Snuka beat Badd. Badd seemed to be on some sort of role in LIW... I honestly think he might be overlooked a bit... but hey, a win for Solo Snuka is a win for everyone!

Yeah! Double A retains! While London definatly makes a great challenger and would probably be a hell of a champion, I just love the fact that Double A is the main man in LIW. He's awesome.
Critic of the DawnPosted on 04/16/05 at 05:36:42

LIW Newsline - 4/29/06

Spring Dawning proved to be a huge night for LIW, with four new stars making their debuts.  Justin Credible returned after a long absence to join the International Thug Syndicate.  Chris Jericho made a huge impact by defeating both Vampiro and Scott Steiner in a very solid match that had the fans on their feet in support of the Highlight of the Night.  Ernest "The Cat" Miller made his debut to much less fanfare after much more hype, much to the disgust of the fans - and things only got worse when he defeated the man who confronted him to try to stop his tired dancing routine!  Finally, Solo Snuka joined his father here in LIW with a solid victory over Johnny B. Badd!  After holding three of our last four shows in Long Island, LIW is heading back upstate to Buffalo to put on our next show.  May 6 is promising to be a hell of a night's worth of wrestling.  With two huge challenges already on the table pending booking committee approval, plus the matches still to be announced, this should be a very entertaining event!

"Superfly" Jimmy Snuka has told LIWrestling.com how proud he is of his son for his debut victory here in Long Island, as well as his intention to team up with his boy at the May 6 show.  Solo Snuka claims that he is doing his best to follow in his father's footsteps, and that he feels like he can learn so much by teaming with him that he'd be a fool to do otherwise.  Jimmy and Solo will be teaming up against Lance Storm and Kid Kash in the opening match of the show.  Three generations of talent will be in the ring in this match, and everyone involved has demonstrated the ability to have a solid match.  As a consequence, this should be a very interesting way to start off the show!

Chris Jericho will be in action on May 6, and will be taking on a wrestler appearing for one night only in an exhibition match.  Jericho is enormously talented and is one of the most charismatic men in the industry, so don't miss this rare opportunity to see him live!  When asked who Jericho would be facing, the booking committee simply responded with a "wait and see."  Chris Jericho himself debuted as a result of such a claim, but then again so did several of the less famous wrestlers on the roster.  Whoever Jericho's opponent is, a surprise along with a chance to see Jericho wrestle live and up close should be more than enough reason to watch.

Finally, with Paul London's defeat at the hands of New York State Heavyweight Champion "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson, LIW has been left without a top contender.  This will be remedied on May 6, when "Master of the Eight Angles" Octagon takes on Too Cold Scorpio of the International Thug Syndicate in a match to determine the new Top Contender for Arn Anderson's title.  You can be sure that Anderson will be watching this match closely from the back, as he will be facing the winner for the New York State Heavyweight Title in June.  You have to bet that after losing twice to Octagon in the past couple shows, ITS leader Simon Diamond will have something up his sleeve.  Octagon may just be good enough to pick up the victory anyway.

LIW Top Five:
Champion: "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson

1) Vacant - The new top contender will be determined on May 6 when Octagon faces Too Cold Scorpio.

2) Frank Shamrock - With The Usurpers seemingly poised to sweep New Europe out of Long Island Wrestling, and with a DQ victory over Jonny Storm to his credit at Spring Dawning, Frank Shamrock is on one hell of a roll.  When offered a spot in the top contendership match by the booking committee, Shamrock stated that his first priority was establishing the Usurpers once and for all as the most dominant force in LIW, and that only once that was done would he resume his hunt for the title.

3) "The Monster" Edward Chastain - Chastain scores an easy victory over Stevie Knight, and once again proves himself to be the biggest asset - literally - of The Usurpers.  Nobody in New Europe can stand up to this 500 pound behemoth of a man, and it seems likely that there aren't many in the rest of the promotion who can either.

4) "Master of the Eight Angles" Octagon - Octagon rises a spot after Jonny Storm suffers a DQ loss to Frank Shamrock.  Holding several major victories over key LIW players and consistently putting on strong matches since the founding of LIW over a year ago, Octagon has proved to be one of the workhorses of the promotion.  In recognition of that, and of his recent success against Simon Diamond, Octagon has been granted a chance to become the new Top Contender.

5) "The British Sensation" Jonny Storm - Storm suffers an embarassing DQ loss to his rival Frank Shamrock, who at this point seems to be outmaneuvering him at each and every turn.  If the proposed Six Man Tag Team Match does go down on May 6, will Jonny Storm be able to hold onto his power?  If not, it's a loooooong way down for Storm.

*****

Eric "Critic of the Dawn"
Critic of the DawnPosted on 04/18/05 at 18:04:38

LIW Newsline - 5/3/06

We are three days away from the May 6th show in Buffalo, and we have some major match announcements and news to share here in the Newsline!  Tickets are already selling very well due largely to the name value of Chris Jericho, but after reading this we are confident that the fans from across the state, Canada, and even the greater Northeast will realize just how stacked this show is.  The stakes are going to be so high that the booking committee has officially named the show Showdown in Buffalo.  You'll see why in just a moment.  Before we can get to that, however, we have some unfortunate news to report.

Michael Shane announced to the booking committee yesterday that after several years in the business and only achieving moderate success anywhere he went, he will be leaving the wrestling business to pursue other endeavors.  Shane has apparently been discussing the possibility of retiring with Frankie Kazarian for several months now, and reportedly felt that their second defeat at the hands of the International Thug Syndicate in as many shows proved that things simply weren't going to improve.  With that in mind, he has declined to re-sign his contract, and will not be seen again in LIW.  His partner, Frankie Kazarian, has decided to continue competing in Long Island Wrestling, but is not yet sure whether he wishes to pursue a singles run or to find a new tag team partner.

Randy Orton has officially accepted the challenge of Kevin Nash and Cactus Jack, and it has been approved by the booking committee.  When asked who he had found for his partner, Randy Orton simply stated that it was a man who had made a huge impact on LIW.  When pressed, he replied "Wait and see!  According to the stipulations of the match, I don't have to announce who my partner is.  Cactus Jack and Kevin Nash may be over the hill, but they didn't achieve the success they achieved by being stupid.  If I tell you who my partner will be, they'll read it on the Newsline and be that much more prepared for me.  I'm better than them, but I'm not inclined to take any chances."

Finally, the match we've all been waiting for has been signed.  "The British Sensation" Jonny Storm will lead El Mephisto and "Shining Light" Stevie Knight into battle against Frank Shamrock, Chris "HAIL!" Sabin and "The Monster" Edward Chastain.  New Europe and The Usurpers will collide in a Stable Showdown match.  This innovative match is a six man elimination tag team match with a catch!  If the leader of either stable (Jonny Storm or Frank Shamrock) is defeated, the match will be over, with their stable coming out the loser!  This is a situation which both stables must try to avoid, because this match carries a stipulation where the losing group MUST disband and cease functioning as a unit.  If they fail to do so, all offenders will be suspended.  New Europe is easily the most influential group in the history of Long Island Wrestling, but ever since they lost former New York State Heavyweight Champion Alex Wright and The Usurpers recruited "The Monster" Edward Chastain, New Europe has been in a steady decline.  If New Europe can somehow defeat The Usurpers, they may be able to regain the prestige they have lost.  If not... the Usurpers will have succeeded in their goal: to take the top of Long Island Wrestling by storm!

Matches confirmed for Showdown in Buffalo:
* Lance Storm & Kid Kash vs. Snuka And Son
* Chris Jericho vs. TBA
* Randy Orton & A Partner vs. Cactus Jack & Kevin Nash
* Octagon vs. Too Cold Scorpio in a Top Contender's Match
* New Europe vs. The Usurpers in a Stable Showdown match

Also confirmed for the show are Wataru Sakata, New York State Heavyweight Champion "The Enforcer" Arn Anderson, Sean Waltman, "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner, Ernest "The Cat" Miller, "Violent R" Ron Harris, "Dangan" Masato Tanaka, ITS Leader Simon Diamond, Mikey Whipwreck and Johnny B. Badd.

*****

Eric "Critic of the Dawn"