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NDW Week 46 - Once Bitten Twice Shy

Critic of the DawnPosted on 08/08/04 at 06:20:26

Pretty much all of my plans for The Big One hinge on the outcome of tonight's Title Match.  And, since I run this circuit unbooked, your guess is as good as mine as to who will win and which way things will turn out.  And I like it that way.  Anyway, I'll spare you the suspense and get right to the card.

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Doug Basham vs. Edge

Doug Basham climbs back into the ring.
Edge rolls back in under the bottom rope.
Doug Basham hits Edge.
The crowd is behind Doug Basham all the way.
Edge kicks Doug Basham.
Edge chops Doug Basham.
Doug Basham chops Edge.
Doug Basham kicks Edge.
The crowd is behind Doug Basham all the way.
Doug Basham hits Edge with a forearm to the back.
Doug Basham goes for a vertical suplex, but Edge counters it with
a small package.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, kickout.
Edge complains about a slow count.
Edge sets up Doug Basham on the turnbuckle.
Edge hits Doug Basham with a top-rope Frankensteiner.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, three.
The crowd is going into a frenzy.

The winner is Edge. Time of match: 0:06:19

Edge pinned Doug Basham after a top-rope Frankensteiner in 0:06:19.
Rating: ***

Both Edge and Doug Basham are fan favorites, and the crowd was clearly pleased to see this rare lockup between babyfaces.  While the match was fairly short, it was very well worked, and Doug Basham actually held an advantage throughout most of it.  The tide turned quickly, however, and Edge's top rope Frankensteiner put an end to Basham tonight.  Following the match, the two men shook hands as the crowd cheered.

The Future vs. Flying Tigers (Red & Funaki)

Chance Beckett whips Red into the ropes, but Red reverses it.
Red hits Chance Beckett with a backdrop.
Red takes Chance Beckett down with a flying dropkick.
The crowd is behind Red all the way.
Red throws Chance Beckett out of the ring.
Red goes for a Springboard Somersault Plancha, but Chance Beckett
moves out of the way.
Red is out cold.
Chance Beckett knocks Red into the ringpost.
A few fans are trying to get a shot in.
Chance Beckett throws Red back into the ring.
Chance Beckett goes for the Chance Encounter, but Red blocks it.
Chance Beckett executes a snap suplex on Red.
Chance Beckett tags out to Xavier.
Xavier and Chance Beckett hit Red with a double vertical suplex.
Xavier and Chance Beckett whip Red into the ropes.
They attempt to hit Red with a double fist to the midsection, but he counters
it with a double clothesline.

Chance Beckett enters the ring and lays out Funaki.
The crowd is vociferously booing Chance Beckett.
Chance Beckett uses a lariat on Red.
Chance Beckett is being booed out of the building.
Xavier executes a cobra clutch suplex on Red.
A fan at ringside badmouths Xavier.
Chance Beckett leaves the ring.
Xavier hits an Asai moonsault on Red.
Jack Doan counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Xavier gives the sign for the Kiss Your X Goodbye.
Xavier tags Chance Beckett.
Xavier nails Red with the Running Forearm Smash.
Chance Beckett executes an inverted DDT and goes for the pin.
The crowd is vociferously booing Chance Beckett.
Jack Doan counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Chance Beckett executes a flying somersault splash on Red.
Red springs to his feet.

Chance Beckett kicks Red.
The arena is exploding in a chorus of boos.
Chance Beckett punches Red.
The arena is exploding in a chorus of boos.
Red kicks Chance Beckett.
The crowd is giving Red a standing ovation.
Chance Beckett punches Red.
Numerous fans are using Chance Beckett for target practice.
Chance Beckett goes for a vertical suplex, but Red reverses it.
Red goes for a roundhouse kick, but Chance Beckett ducks out of the way.
Chance Beckett hits Red with a dropkick to the knee.
Chance Beckett hits Red with a monkey flip.
Chance Beckett gets an Indian deathlock on Red.
Red is writhing in pain.
Red submits after 15 seconds.
The decibel level in the building is unbelievable.

The winners are The Future. Time of match: 0:14:50

The Future (Chance Beckett and Xavier) defeated Flying Tigers (Red and Funaki)
when Beckett made Red submit to an Indian deathlock in 0:14:50.
Rating: *** 1/2

(Matt Hardy can be seen walking through the backstage area, when suddenly Edge
comes around a corner and gets in his face.)

Edge: So, you say you cost me my title, Matt...

(Matt Hardy grimaces, and yells right back.)

Matt Hardy: Listen bonehead.  I didn't do anything you don't already know
about!  Yeah, I cost you your title match, but I did it by giving you the sort
of beating that only Matt Hardy, Version 1, can give you!  I made you bleed
like a stuck pig, Edge!  And that left you too weak to fight a man as strong
as Bob Sapp.  But one thing I did not do was steal your ladder!  Because, face
it, I didn't need to, Edge!  You didn't have the Mattributes to come through
in your title defense!

(Edge practically snarls, and it seems that one of the most anticipated matches
from The Big One is going to come early until referees rush into the area and
seperate the two men.)

Overpower (Shane Douglas & Julio Dinero) vs. Deranged & Marcos

They're brawling inside the ring area.
Deranged hits the Psycho Cutter on Julio Dinero.
Deranged goes for a roundhouse kick, but Julio Dinero counters it with
a low blow.
Julio Dinero throws Deranged into the ringsteps.
Julio Dinero throws Deranged into the guardrail.
They're brawling inside the ring area.
Julio Dinero uses the Maximo Spin on Deranged.
Julio Dinero hits Deranged with an elbowsmash.
Julio Dinero hits the Maximo Spin on Deranged.
Brian Hebner counts:  5.
Julio Dinero uses a kick to the midsection on Deranged.
Brian Hebner counts:  6.
Brian Hebner counts:  7.
Julio Dinero uses a fireman's carry on Deranged.
Julio Dinero throws Deranged into the guardrail.
Brian Hebner counts:  8.
Alexis Laree comes from behind, but Deranged nails Alexis Laree.
Brian Hebner counts:  9.
Alexis Laree comes from behind, but Deranged nails Alexis Laree.
Brian Hebner counts: 10.
The verdict: A DOUBLE COUNTOUT !

Overpower (Julio Dinero and Shane Douglas) and Deranged and Marcos battled to a
double countout in 0:08:24.
Rating: ** 1/4

Overpower was clearly in control here, but Dinero seemed to be more concerned with making an example out of someone, and so he and Deranged battled to a Double Count Out.  Moments later, Julio Dinero hit his STO, knocking the young daredevil out cold.

"Das Wunderkind" Alex Wright vs. Chris "HAIL" Sabin

Alex Wright begs off.
Chris Sabin whips Alex Wright into the ropes.
Alex Wright misses with a clothesline.
Chris Sabin misses with a kick.
Alex Wright hits Chris Sabin with a clothesline.
Chris Sabin falls out of the ring.
Alex Wright goes outside.
Mike Sparks counts:  1.
Alex Wright shoves Chris Sabin into the guardrail.
Alex Wright executes a dragon suplex on Chris Sabin.
Mike Sparks counts:  2.
They're brawling inside the ring area.
Mike Sparks counts:  3.
Chris Sabin goes for a tiger suplex, but Alex Wright counters it with
a go-behind.
Mike Sparks counts:  4.
Alex Wright executes a spinning leg lariat on Chris Sabin.
Mike Sparks counts:  5.
Alex Wright reenters the ring.
Chris Sabin follows him back in.
Alex Wright throws Chris Sabin out of the ring.
Mike Sparks counts: one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten.
Numerous fans are using Alex Wright for target practice.

The winner is Alex Wright. Time of match: 0:11:47

Alex Wright defeated Chris Sabin by countout in 0:11:47.
Rating: ** 1/4

Upset!  Alex Wright once again shows his fire by defeating longtime fan favorite and NDW's first longterm signee after a well worked match.  Granted, Das Wunderkind wasn't able to pin or make his opponent submit, but even a countout victory over such a highly ranked member of the roster will raise Wright's status.

"Mr. Ass" Billy Gunn vs. "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka

Billy Gunn goes for the Fame-Ass-Er, but Jimmy Snuka counters it with
a side step.
Jimmy Snuka whips Billy Gunn into the ropes.
Billy Gunn hits Jimmy Snuka with a clothesline.
Billy Gunn nails Jimmy Snuka with a jab.
Billy Gunn throws Jimmy Snuka out of the ring.
Billy Gunn goes through the ropes.
Billy Gunn throws Jimmy Snuka into the guardrail.
Billy Gunn throws Jimmy Snuka back into the ring.
Billy Gunn goes for a jab, but Jimmy Snuka blocks it.
Jimmy Snuka nails Billy Gunn with a vertical suplex.
Jimmy Snuka throws Billy Gunn out of the ring.
Earl Hebner counts: one, two, three, Billy Gunn reenters the ring.
Jimmy Snuka goes for a backbreaker, but Billy Gunn blocks it.
Billy Gunn nails Jimmy Snuka with a powerslam.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
Billy Gunn uses a Gorilla Press on Jimmy Snuka.
Billy Gunn uses a hiptoss on Jimmy Snuka.
Billy Gunn goes for a kick to the midsection, but Jimmy Snuka counters it with
a legsweep.
Jimmy Snuka covers Billy Gunn.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
Jimmy Snuka is eliciting a sizable round of boos.

The winner is Jimmy Snuka. Time of match: 0:03:49

Jimmy Snuka pinned Billy Gunn after a legsweep in 0:03:49.
Rating: 1/2*
[Chuck Palumbo interfered against Jimmy Snuka.]

The less said about this decidedly poor match between two past their prime veterans, the better.

"The Madman From Tijuana" Psicosis vs. Insane Dragon

Psicosis goes for a ropeflip moonsault, but Insane Dragon gets his knees up.
Insane Dragon is going for the pin.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, kickout.
Insane Dragon goes for an enzuigiri, but Psicosis ducks out of the way.
Psicosis sets up Insane Dragon on the turnbuckle.
Psicosis uses a top-rope Frankensteiner on Insane Dragon.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Psicosis uses a dropkick on Insane Dragon.
Psicosis has the crowd going wild.
Psicosis is going for the cover.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Psicosis executes the Flying Legdrop on Insane Dragon.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, three.
The crowd is on its feet cheering for Psicosis.

The winner is Psicosis. Time of match: 0:10:03

Psicosis pinned Insane Dragon with the Flying Legdrop in 0:10:03.
Rating: ** 3/4

Two generations of insane high fliers faced off here in this match, and Psicosis proved that his experience was more than a match for Insane Dragon's frantic spots.  This one was solidly Psicosis for most of it, though Dragon did manage to hit a few impressive moves of his own.  Matches like this continue to prove why Psicosis is such a good fit in NDW.

Ron Simmons vs. "The Pearl River Powerhouse" Ahmed Johnson

Ahmed Johnson hits Ron Simmons with a Gorilla Press.
Quite a few boos are audible.
Ahmed Johnson gives him a kick to the midsection, but Ron Simmons
doesn't even care.
Ron Simmons gives him a powerslam, but Ahmed Johnson doesn't budge.
Ron Simmons runs into the ropes.
Ahmed Johnson misses with a clothesline.
Ron Simmons hits Ahmed Johnson with a clothesline.
Ron Simmons is going for the cover.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Ron Simmons throws Ahmed Johnson out of the ring.
Ron Simmons goes outside.
Ron Simmons executes a snap suplex on Ahmed Johnson.
Earl Hebner counts:  1.
Ron Simmons goes for the Dominator, but Ahmed Johnson blocks it.
Ron Simmons executes the Dominator on Ahmed Johnson on the concrete floor.
There are lots of chants for Ron Simmons.
Ahmed Johnson is out cold.
Ron Simmons throws Ahmed Johnson back into the ring.
Ron Simmons executes the Dominator on Ahmed Johnson.
The crowd is really behind Ron Simmons.
Ron Simmons goes for the pin.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
The crowd is going into a frenzy.

The winner is Ron Simmons. Time of match: 0:14:12

Ron Simmons pinned Ahmed Johnson with the Dominator in 0:14:12.
Rating: -* 3/4

This atrocious brawl ended when Ron Simmons managed to score the Dominator on the outside, stunning Johnson long enough to roll him back into the ring, hit it again, and pick up the pinfall victory.  Johnson was on offense for the majority of the match, but Simmons' experience allowed him to turn it around.

(Backstage, The Undertaker can be seen brooding as is his wont.  After a
moment, Prince Nana enters the locker room.)

Prince Nana: Ah, Undertaker.  There you are!  I was looking for you.  Listen,
we need to talk, and we need to do it here and now.

The Undertaker: What do you want, Nana.

Prince Nana: I need to know your plans for the Royal Court, Undertaker.  Things
seem to be going downhill fast, and it seems like your attention is elsewhere.

The Undertaker: The Royal Court as it is now exists only as a vehicle to place
me in contention for the Global Heavyweight Title, Nana.  As your leader, I
expect you to do all you can to ensure that happens.

Prince Nana: You call yourself a leader.  You aren't leading anywhere, 'Taker!
All you are doing is hogging the spotlight and letting the group fall apart
around you!

The Undertaker: And I take it you think we should expand and pursue the tag
team titles, then?

Prince Nana: Of course!  If you want my loyalty, you have to do something for
me!  Perhaps you have forgotten, Undertaker, but I am the Prince of Ghana!  I
do not have to put up with you if you are not going to work to my advantage!

(The Undertaker scowls and reaches out a hand, shoving Nana against a wall with
a hand at his throat as if going for the Choke Slam.)

The Undertaker: You may be a Prince in Ghana, Nana.  But here, you are the
servant!  Do not forget that!

(Fade out)

Sean O'Haire & "The Beast of the Apocalypse" Damian 666 vs. Hardcore Hell

Damian 666 goes for an Asai leg lariat, but Slash side-steps and Damian 666
only hits air.
Slash stares out at the crowd.
Numerous fans are using Slash for target practice.
Slash tags out to New Jack.
New Jack takes Damian 666 down with a Hotshot.
New Jack gives the sign for the Diving Headbutt.
New Jack executes the Diving Headbutt on Damian 666.
New Jack goes for the pin.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, three.
New Jack is being booed out of the building.

The winners are Hardcore Hell. Time of match: 0:13:43

Hardcore Hell (Slash and New Jack) defeated Sean O'Haire and Damian 666 when
New Jack pinned Damian 666 with the Diving Headbutt in 0:13:43.
Rating: *** 1/2

Excellent tag team match.  It's clear that Damian 666 and Sean O'Haire didn't have much experience working together, as Slash and New Jack were easily able to dominate the match for the duration, although there were a few moments when it appeared that Sean O'Haire might have turned the tide.  Unfortunately, it wasn't to be.  A Diving Headbutt later, and O'Haire and Damian had lost their first match as a team.

A-Train vs. Ron "The Truth" Killings

They lock up.
Overpower come to ringside.
Ron Killings goes for a roundhouse kick, but A-Train counters it with a low blow
.
A-Train throws Ron Killings out of the ring.
Rudy Charles counts: one, two, three, A-Train distracts Rudy Charles.
Shane Douglas hits Ron Killings with a powerslam.
Rudy Charles is back on the job: Ron Killings reenters the ring.
A-Train is going for the pin.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
A-Train executes an atomic drop on Ron Killings.
A-Train kicks Ron Killings.
A-Train is eliciting a sizable round of boos.
Ron Killings chops A-Train.
Ron Killings hits A-Train.
The crowd is really behind Ron Killings.
A-Train chops Ron Killings.

A-Train chops Ron Killings.
A-Train is eliciting a sizable round of boos.
Ron Killings punches A-Train.
Ron Killings hits A-Train with a side suplex.
Ron Killings dances.
The crowd is really behind Ron Killings.
Ron Killings hits a series of kicks to the midsection on A-Train.
There are lots of chants for Ron Killings.
Ron Killings goes for a slap, but A-Train blocks it.
A-Train goes for an abdominal stretch, but Ron Killings counters it with
an elbowsmash.
Ron Killings executes a spinning heel kick on A-Train.
Ron Killings uses a series of kicks to the midsection on A-Train.
There are lots of chants for Ron Killings.
Ron Killings dances.
The crowd is really behind Ron Killings.
Ahmed Johnson throws A-Train a baseball bat.
A-Train hits Ron Killings with it and goes for the pin.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, three.
A-Train is eliciting a sizable round of boos.

The winner is A-Train. Time of match: 0:01:25

A-Train pinned Ron Killings after hitting him with a baseball bat in 0:01:25.
Rating: 1/2*
[Shane Douglas and Ahmed Johnson interfered against Ron Killings.]

Brutal, just brutal.  This match wasn't even remotely fair, and Overpower was able to effortlessly dismantle Ron "The Truth" Killings without even breaking a sweat through some very effective interference led by Shane Dougals.  Overpower is clearly becoming extremely effective at working together, and that is becoming increasingly dangerous for NDW's fan favorites.

Chuck Palumbo vs. "Wildcat" Chris Harris vs. Jay Briscoe

Chris Harris executes a full nelson slam on Chuck Palumbo.
Chris Harris hits Chuck Palumbo with a double-axhandle to the back.
Chris Harris uses a slingshot on Chuck Palumbo.
The crowd is giving Chris Harris a standing ovation.
Chris Harris runs into the ropes.
Chris Harris misses with an elbow.
Chuck Palumbo executes the Jungle Kick on Chris Harris.
The crowd is going crazy.
Chuck Palumbo goes for the pin.
Brian Hebner counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Chuck Palumbo runs into the ropes.
Chris Harris hits Chuck Palumbo with a shoulderblock.
Chris Harris whips Chuck Palumbo into the turnbuckle.
Chris Harris charges into the corner, but Chuck Palumbo moves out of the way.
Chuck Palumbo runs into the ropes.
Chuck Palumbo nails Chris Harris with a lariat.
The crowd is going crazy.

Chuck Palumbo executes the Jungle Kick on Jay Briscoe.
The crowd is really behind Chuck Palumbo.
Chuck Palumbo goes for the pin.
Brian Hebner counts: One, two, Chris Harris makes the save.
Chuck Palumbo uses a roundhouse right on Jay Briscoe.
Chuck Palumbo nails Jay Briscoe with a back elbow.
Chuck Palumbo covers Jay Briscoe.
Brian Hebner counts: One, two, three.
The crowd is really behind Chuck Palumbo.

The winner is Chuck Palumbo. Time of match: 0:07:13

Triangle Match:
Chuck Palumbo defeated Chris Harris and Jay Briscoe when C. Palumbo pinned
J. Briscoe after a back elbow in 0:07:13.
Rating: ***

Jay Briscoe knocks himself out with a missed dive to the outside, and Chuck Palumbo capitalizes with a pair of Jungle Kicks.  Chris Harris managed to break up the pin, but Palumbo dumped him to the outside and knocked Briscoe back down with a simple back elbow for the pin.

(Xavier's music hits and he makes his way to the ring.)

Xavier: Before our main event, I just thought I'd come out here and get
something straight.  Chris Harris, James Storm... last week you got lucky
against us.  All the same, you won fair and square.  As a result, management
tells me we've had our last shot at the titles for the time being.  But guys...
and everyone else here, from Bob Sapp to the fans... don't forget.  You never
know when the future will arrive.  I'll be waiting in the wings to regain the
gold.  Whether it be the Global Heavyweight Title, or the Global Tag Team Titles
with Chance Beckett, I will be victorious once again.  The Future cannot be
stopped!

Your Main Event:
"The Tennessee Cowboy" James Storm vs. "The Unstoppable Force" Bob Sapp

James Storm goes for a forearm to the back, but Bob Sapp side-steps and
James Storm only hits air.
Bob Sapp locks James Storm in an armbar submission.
James Storm is struggling to reach the ropes.
James Storm reaches the ropes after 5 seconds.
Bob Sapp hits a crossface punch on James Storm.
The decibel level in the building is unbelievable.
Bob Sapp goes for a series of mounted punches, but James Storm blocks it.
James Storm uses a series of punches on Bob Sapp.
James Storm goes for a dropkick, but Bob Sapp side-steps and James Storm
only hits air.
Bob Sapp whips James Storm into the ropes, but James Storm reverses it.
James Storm hits Bob Sapp with a kick to the midsection.
James Storm throws Bob Sapp into the turnbuckle, but Bob Sapp reverses it.
Bob Sapp charges into the corner.
Bob Sapp hits James Storm with a series of punches.
Bob Sapp executes the Diving Headbutt on James Storm.
Bob Sapp pulls the tights.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Bob Sapp runs into the ropes.
James Storm misses with a shoulderblock.
Bob Sapp hits James Storm with a shoulderblock.
Bob Sapp goes for a dropkick, but James Storm side-steps and Bob Sapp
only hits air.
The crowd is giving James Storm a standing ovation.
James Storm goes for the 8 Second Ride, but he can't do it.
Bob Sapp uses a power bomb on James Storm.
Bob Sapp executes the Diving Headbutt on James Storm.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
The ring is quickly filling up with debris.

The winner is Bob Sapp. Time of match: 0:13:33

Bob Sapp pinned James Storm with the Diving Headbutt in 0:13:33.
Rating: *** 1/4
(Bob Sapp retained the Global Heavyweight Title.)

Bob Sapp retains the Global Heavyweight Title after a very close match.  It can safely be said that only Sapp's sheer size saved the title for him, because James Storm was unable to lift him to hit the Eight Second Ride.  Sapp didn't have that handicap to worry about, however, so after 2 Diving Headbutt's, the last challenger before The Big One had fallen.

Within seconds of the match ending, Overpower hit the ring and took down the battered James Storm.  As Storm was laid out with a Train Wreck, Julio Dinero approached Bob Sapp and held out a hand of friendship...

Only to be met by Bob Sapp's huge right hand directly to the face!  The crowd explodes in cheers as Bob Sapp knocks down Julio Dinero, then singlehandedly takes on Overpower.  Power Bomb to Shane Douglas!  Diving Headbutt to A-Train!  And Sapp hoists up Ahmed Johnson and puts him in the Torture Rack!  He turns... and WHAM, steel chair directly to the face by Julio Dinero.  Sapp is down and bleeding as Julio Dinero stands over him and holds the chair high!

And we are out of time!


Card rating: **

Match observations:

Match of the Evening: Sean O'Haire & Damian 666 vs. Hardcore Hell

With only three weeks remaining after tonight's show to The Big One in San Francisco, quite an impact has been made.  The main event is now clear - Julio Dinero will take on defending Global Heavyweight Champion Bob Sapp, who has spurned Dinero's attempts to recruit him into Overpower.

Next week will kick off with Doug Basham facing Ahmed Johnson in what is sure to be a stiff contest.  Overpower is beginning to pick up steam now; will Basham be their latest victim?

Also next week, A-Train, Shane Douglas & Julio Dinero will take on Deranged, Marcos & Psicosis.  This battle of high fliers against the ever dangerous team of Overpower should prove to be quite exciting.

Sean O'Haire will be facing Chance Beckett next week in singles action, and his new partner Damian 666 will face Xavier.  Both of these matches should prove to be exciting, as all four of these workers are capable of excellent matches.

The Amazing Red and Funaki, now known collectively as Flying Tigers, will have a hell of a challenge next week - literally.  They will square off against Hardcore Hell.  Speaking of hell, The Dark Princes will face off against Billy And Chuck in another tag team match next week.  It should be an interesting one.

Finally, America's Most Wanted will be defending the Global Tag Team Titles for the last time before The Big One.  Who will contend for them?  Not even AMW know yet, but rumor has it that it will be a newly debuting team!

Tune in.

*****

Eric "Critic of the Dawn"
Rick GarrardPosted on 08/08/04 at 06:58:13

hmm..  the quote from Hardy makes me think that the ladder thief was Sean O'Haire, but I'm not telling you anything you didn't already know.  ;)

Taker and Nana seem to be headed into a faceoff in the near future.

And Edge vs Hardy should not disappoint even if we have some interference from a guest(s).

And Sapp taking on Overpower single-handedly may not be the smartest of moves if he wants to have a long reign as champ.  And as you said during the card, they are quickly becoming a force to reckon with in NDW.

I am looking forward to The Big One.
Critic of the DawnPosted on 08/09/04 at 01:30:30

Interesting theory about the ladder thief, Rick.  I won't say if you're right or not, but what I will say is that the thief will be revealed next week!

'Taker and Nana are definately coming into conflict as the Royal Court goes through its final death throes.  A match between the two at The Big One seems pretty likely at this point.

Edge and Hardy definately won't dissappoint - they haven't yet, after all.  This should be the blowoff match to their excellent feud, and as such it's one of the biggest draws going into The Big One.

Sapp may very well have made a mistake here, but by taking on Overpower, he's positioned himself as the face in the match which will headline NDW's biggest show ever.  And, really, the main event deserves better than a squash match, and Julio Dinero on his own is hardly the most intimidating wrestler in the company.  Hence the somewhat rash decision by Sapp.  I'm sure he'll be able to find allies of his own, however.

Eric "Critic of the Dawn"