FORUM HOME > TNM Circuits > NDW
NDW Week 43 - A Calculated Risk

Critic of the DawnPosted on 07/17/04 at 06:01:37

Going into this card I was pretty excited about the Number One Contender's match.  It won't be a good match, but it will be good TV if you take my meaning.  Both Ron Simmons and Bob Sapp are big, strong power based guys who could make things very interesting for Edge next week.  After running this card, I have to say I'm pleased both with the results of the match I mentioned, but also with how good the main event was.

Anyway, I'm rambling.  Here's the card.

*****

Ron Simmons vs. "The Unstoppable Force" Bob Sapp in a Number One Contender's Match

Bob Sapp works the crowd.
Bob Sapp is being booed like there is no tomorrow.
Bob Sapp executes a power bomb on Ron Simmons.
Bob Sapp executes the Diving Headbutt on Ron Simmons.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Bob Sapp gets an armbar submission on Ron Simmons.
Ron Simmons manages to grab the ropes after 5 seconds.
Bob Sapp nails Ron Simmons with a forearm smash.
Bob Sapp takes Ron Simmons down with a punch.
Bob Sapp uses a dropkick on Ron Simmons.
Bob Sapp uses a mounted elbowsmash on Ron Simmons.
Bob Sapp goes for a series of mounted punches, but Ron Simmons blocks it.
Ron Simmons nails Bob Sapp with a chop.
Ron Simmons runs into the ropes.
Bob Sapp hits Ron Simmons with a clothesline.
Bob Sapp works the crowd.
The crowd is booing Bob Sapp.

Bob Sapp misses with a kick.
Bob Sapp hits Ron Simmons with a clothesline.
Ron Simmons falls out of the ring.
Earl Hebner counts: one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, Ron Simmons
reenters the ring.
Bob Sapp executes the Diving Headbutt on Ron Simmons.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
The ring is quickly filling up with debris.

The winner is Bob Sapp. Time of match: 0:13:58

Number-One-Contenders-Match:
Bob Sapp pinned Ron Simmons with the Diving Headbutt in 0:13:58.
Rating: 1/4*

This was exactly what was expected: a brutal exchange of stiff punches and power moves between two former World Champions who excel in that style of match.  Ron Simmons used his experience to gain an early advantage with a series of powerslams and some brawling on the outside, but in the end Bob Sapp's youth, size, and sheer power proved to Ron Simmons that he is indeed the Unstoppable Force.  This win makes Bob Sapp the Top Contender to Edge's Global Heavyweight Title at Ragnarok, and Edge may well be hard pressed to stop the unstoppable.  He will have to pick the stipulations of the match very carefully to avoid becoming Sapp's latest victim.

The Dark Princes vs. Ron "The Truth" Killings & "The Madman From Tijuana" Psicosis

Prince Nana hits Psicosis with an avalanche.
The ring is quickly filling up with debris.
Prince Nana nails Psicosis with a snap mare.
Prince Nana executes a kneelift on Psicosis.
Prince Nana goes for a powerslam, but Psicosis counters it with
a high cross body.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, shoulder up.
Psicosis works the crowd.
Psicosis has the crowd going wild.
Psicosis uses a clothesline on Prince Nana.
Psicosis uses a running lariat on Prince Nana.
Ron Killings enters the ring to make it two-on-one.
The Undertaker enters the ring and lays out Ron Killings.
The Undertaker leaves the ring.
Prince Nana takes Psicosis down with a powerslam.
Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, three.
The ring is quickly filling up with debris.

The winners are The Dark Princes. Time of match: 0:08:58

The Dark Princes (The Undertaker and Prince Nana) defeated
Ron Killings and Psicosis when Nana pinned Psicosis after a powerslam in
          0:08:58.
Rating: **

The Dark Princes win!  In a rare display of teamwork, The Undertaker and Prince Nana actually worked together extremely well against Ron Killings and his newly debuted friend "The Madman from Tijuana" Psicosis.  'Taker and Nana double teamed Killings and Psicosis relentlessly, although Psicosis was able to turn the tide several times with his quick luncha-style offense.  In the end, a powerslam out of nowhere by Nana just barely kept Psicosis down for 3, and The Dark Princes picked up the victory.

(We proceed to the locker room, where Chris Harris and James Storm can be
seen.)

James Storm: Are you sure taking on The Future in a Handicap Match is wise,
Chris?  We both know how good they can be - together we're a match for them.
Alone... well, I'm worried.

Chris Harris: It's a calculated risk, James.  If I win the match, we can pick
the stipulation for our title defense against them.  And that gives us the
advantage!

James Storm: I guess so...  Just be careful, Chris.  And remember.  I've got
your back, but I can't fight this one for you.  Be careful!

Chris Harris: You sound like my mother, James.  I'll be fine.  They call me
Wildcat for a reason, you know.

James Storm: I know, I know...  Good luck, man.

A-Train vs. Chuck Palumbo

Chuck Palumbo uses a kick to the midsection on A-Train.
Chuck Palumbo runs into the ropes.
Ahmed Johnson hits Chuck Palumbo in the back with a chair.
Mike Sparks threatens A-Train with disqualification.
A-Train goes for the Train Wreck, but Chuck Palumbo blocks it.
A-Train goes for a kick to the head, but Chuck Palumbo blocks it.
Shane Douglas throws A-Train a frying pan.
A-Train hits Chuck Palumbo with it and goes for the pin.
Mike Sparks counts: One, two, Nunzio distracts Mike Sparks.
A-Train whips Chuck Palumbo into the ropes.
A-Train uses an armbar takedown on Chuck Palumbo.
A-Train executes an atomic drop on Chuck Palumbo.
A-Train executes a clothesline on Chuck Palumbo.
Mike Sparks is back on the job.
A-Train takes Chuck Palumbo down with the Derailer.
A-Train runs into the ropes.
Chuck Palumbo hits A-Train with a kick.

Chuck Palumbo misses with a clothesline.
Chuck Palumbo hits A-Train with a kick.
Chuck Palumbo executes a springboard dropkick on A-Train.
Chuck Palumbo uses an inverted atomic drop on A-Train.
Chuck Palumbo hits a roundhouse right on A-Train.
Chuck Palumbo goes for a spinebuster slam, but A-Train counters it with
a swinging neckbreaker.
The crowd is booing A-Train.
In turn, Chuck Palumbo counters it with a side suplex.
Chuck Palumbo is going for the cover.
Mike Sparks counts: One, kickout.
Chuck Palumbo goes for a chokehold, but A-Train counters it with
a kick to the midsection.
A-Train hits a kick to the midsection on Chuck Palumbo.
Nunzio enters the ring and hits A-Train with a chair.
Before Nunzio connects, A-Train moves out of the way.
Nunzio hits Chuck Palumbo.
A-Train throws Nunzio over the top rope.
The crowd is booing A-Train.
Chuck Palumbo is out cold.
A-Train hits Chuck Palumbo with an inside cradle.
A-Train pulls the tights.
Mike Sparks counts: One, two, thr... he sees it.
Mike Sparks threatens A-Train with disqualification.
A-Train executes the Train Wreck on Chuck Palumbo.
A wave of boos is going through the crowd.
A-Train goes for the pin.
Mike Sparks counts: One, two, Nunzio distracts Mike Sparks.
A-Train hits Chuck Palumbo with a kick to the head.
Mike Sparks is back on the job.
A-Train hits Chuck Palumbo with a sidewalk slam.
A wave of boos is going through the crowd.
A-Train covers Chuck Palumbo.
Mike Sparks counts: One, two, Nunzio distracts Mike Sparks.
A-Train hits Chuck Palumbo with a backbreaker.
A-Train catches Chuck Palumbo in a double reverse chinlock.
There is no referee there to ask Chuck Palumbo.
Mike Sparks is back on the job.
Mike Sparks sees that Chuck Palumbo is out cold and stops the match after 17
seconds.
A wave of boos is going through the crowd.

The winner is A-Train. Time of match: 0:07:21

A-Train defeated Chuck Palumbo when Chuck Palumbo passed out in
a double reverse chinlock in 0:07:21.
Rating: **
[Nunzio interfered against A-Train.]
[Ahmed Johnson and Shane Douglas interfered against Chuck Palumbo.]

A-Train picked up the win in this match after an almost absurd amount of interference both by Overpower and by Chuck Palumbo's manager Nunzio.  The end was a confusing mass of distractions by Nunzio and sneak attacks by Overpower, but apparently A-Train was able to render Chuck Palumbo unconscious somehow and lock him in a chinlock for the victory.

Jay Briscoe vs. Chris "HAIL" Sabin vs. Sean O'Haire

Jay Briscoe goes for a lariat, but Chris Sabin counters it with a crucifix.
Nick Patrick counts: One, two, kickout.
Chris Sabin goes for a swinging Soviet suplex into a backbreaker, but
Jay Briscoe blocks it.
Jay Briscoe uses a dragon suplex on Chris Sabin.
Nick Patrick counts: One, two, kickout.
The bell rings. The time limit has expired.

Triangle Match:
Jay Briscoe drew Sean O'Haire and Chris Sabin in 0:20:00.
Rating: ***

An excellent display of chain wrestling between three of New Deal Wrestling's most senior workers.  Despite how hard each man worked, they were each just too good to be defeated before the time limit ended tonight.

(We go back to the locker room once again, where Chris Harris is trying to
focus and prepare for his match.  Suddenly there is a loud knock and Alex
Wright tries to storm in.  James Storm moves to intercept.)

James Storm: Hey, hold up!  This is our locker room, what do you think you're
doing?

Alex Wright: Clear the way, "Cowboy!"  Das Wunderkind needs to use Das
Badezimmer!

James Storm:  What the hell are you talking about!

Alex Wright: I need to use your bathroom, so get the hell out of my way!

James Storm: There's one right across the hall, you idiot.  Chris is trying to
prepare himself for his match.

Alex Wright: Oh, did I interrupt your little love session?  I'm so sorry!  I'll
leave you and your "special friend" alone!

James Storm: Very funny, Wright.  Still, your presence here has made a certain
amount of sense.  After all, ever since Chris Hero carried your ass to a good
match, every single match you've wrestled has been an excuse for a bathroom
break.

Alex Wright: That's it!  I want you in a match later tonight, Storm!  Somebody
needs to teach you that there is no place for cowboys in modern society!  Or in
politics, for that matter!

James Storm: Hey, leave the "I'm an evil foreigner who hates the American
Government" gimmick for WWE, okay?  And you're on.  I'll see you in the ring
tonight!

Deranged & Marcos vs. "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka & Legend

Deranged falls back into the ring.
Jimmy Snuka executes a bodyslam on Deranged.
Jimmy Snuka hits Deranged with a splash.
Chad Patton counts: One, kickout.
Jimmy Snuka executes a backbreaker on Deranged.
Jimmy Snuka executes the Superfly Splash on Deranged.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, Marcos makes the save.
Deranged tags out to Marcos.
Marcos and Deranged whip Jimmy Snuka into the ropes.
They hit Jimmy Snuka with a double fist to the midsection.
Deranged leaves the ring.
Marcos nails Jimmy Snuka with a piledriver.
Marcos whips Jimmy Snuka into the ropes.
Marcos hits Jimmy Snuka with a roundhouse right.
Marcos hits Jimmy Snuka with a clothesline.
Marcos tags out to Deranged.
Deranged and Marcos whip Jimmy Snuka into the ropes.

Deranged leaves the ring.
Jimmy Snuka takes Marcos down with a kneedrop.
Jimmy Snuka takes Marcos down with a vertical suplex.
The crowd is vociferously booing Jimmy Snuka.
Jimmy Snuka executes a backbreaker on Marcos.
Jimmy Snuka executes the Superfly Splash on Marcos.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Jimmy Snuka runs into the ropes.
Marcos goes for a kick to the midsection, but Jimmy Snuka blocks it.
Jimmy Snuka whips Marcos into the ropes.
Jimmy Snuka hits Marcos with a clothesline.
Marcos falls out of the ring.
Chad Patton counts: one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, Marcos
reenters the ring.
Jimmy Snuka uses a vertical suplex on Marcos.
Jimmy Snuka runs into the ropes.
Marcos misses with a clothesline.

Jimmy Snuka hits a savate kick on Marcos.
Jimmy Snuka goes for a vertical suplex, but Marcos blocks it.
Marcos throws Jimmy Snuka into the turnbuckle.
Marcos charges into the corner.
Marcos goes for a piledriver, but Jimmy Snuka counters it with a backdrop.
Jimmy Snuka runs into the ropes.
Marcos catches Jimmy Snuka totally by surprise.
The crowd is on its feet cheering for Marcos.
Marcos executes the Tilt-a-Whirl Inverted DDT on Jimmy Snuka.
The crowd is on its feet cheering for Marcos.
Marcos goes for the pin.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, Legend makes the save.
Marcos whips Jimmy Snuka into the ropes.
Marcos misses with a shoulderblock.
Jimmy Snuka hits Marcos with a kick.
Jimmy Snuka tags Legend.
Legend lifts Marcos up.
Jimmy Snuka nails Marcos with the Legendary Splash and goes for the pin.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, three.
The ring is quickly filling up with debris.

The winners are Legend and Jimmy Snuka. Time of match: 0:18:39

Legend and Jimmy Snuka defeated Deranged and Marcos when J. Snuka pinned Marcos
after the Legendary Splash in 0:18:39.
Rating: *** 3/4

Jimmy Snuka and Legend defeat another young pair of high fliers, this time taking out Deranged and Marcos, whom Deranged seems to have taken under his wing.  This was a back and forth match that looked like it very well might run past the time limit, but a Legendary Splash by Legend and Snuka grabbed the win with less than 2 minutes remaining.

Matt Hardy & Overpower (Julio Dinero & Shane Douglas) vs. Edge & The Basham Brothers

Edge executes the Edgecution on Shane Douglas.
Edge goes for the pin.
Mike Sparks counts: One, two, three.
The crowd is behind Edge all the way.

The winners are The Basham Brothers and Edge. Time of match: 0:09:22


The Basham Brothers (Doug Basham and Danny Basham) and Edge defeated
Overpower (Julio Dinero and Shane Douglas) and Matt Hardy when Edge pinned
Douglas with the Edgecution in 0:09:22.
Rating: *** 1/2

The Global Heavyweight Champion ends this one quickly, spiking Overpower's advisor Shane Douglas with a blazing fast Edgecution for an easy pin.  Edge has really stepped up his game as of late, and it's quite obvious that he deserves the belt he wears.

(As Edge and company head to the back, Julio Dinero stands over Shane Douglas
and grabs a microphone.)

Julio Dinero: You got lucky, Edge!  If that had been me in the ring, I would
have gotten clear and taken you down with the STO, easy.  But it wasn't.  It
was The Franchise here, and even he knows that he's past his prime!

(Shane Douglas stirs, gets to his feet, and grabs the microphone.)

Shane Douglas: What the hell are you talking about, Dinero?

Julio Dinero: I was telling Edge that it was your fault that I lost the match,
and that when he faced me-

Shane Douglas: Shut up, Dinero.  If you want to actually matter, you can't make
excuses for losing.  You have to get revenge.  Actions speak louder than words.
You know that.

Julio Dinero: Fine.  Edge, you had best pray that Bob Sapp defeats you next
week at Ragnarok, because if we meet at The Big One... well, let's just say
that it'll end with you taking an extended vacation.

"Mr. Ass" Billy Gunn vs. "The Pearl River Powerhouse" Ahmed Johnson

Ahmed Johnson misses with a shoulderblock.
Billy Gunn executes the Fame-Ass-Er on Ahmed Johnson.
The chants for Billy Gunn are deafening.
Billy Gunn goes for the pin.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Billy Gunn goes for a suplex into a powerslam, but Ahmed Johnson blocks it.
Ahmed Johnson chops Billy Gunn.
Billy Gunn hits Ahmed Johnson.
Billy Gunn punches Ahmed Johnson.
The chants for Billy Gunn are deafening.
Billy Gunn whips Ahmed Johnson into the ropes, but Ahmed Johnson reverses it.
Ahmed Johnson goes for a bodyslam, but Billy Gunn counters it with a facerake.
Billy Gunn goes for a tilt-a-whirl suplex, but Ahmed Johnson counters it with
an enzuilariato.
In turn, Billy Gunn counters it with a duck-down move.
Billy Gunn uses a kick to the midsection on Ahmed Johnson.
Billy Gunn runs into the ropes.

Billy Gunn goes for a suplex into a powerslam, but Ahmed Johnson
counters it with a low blow.
Ahmed Johnson hits Billy Gunn.
The arena is exploding in a chorus of boos.
Ahmed Johnson hits Billy Gunn.
Billy Gunn hits Ahmed Johnson.
Billy Gunn hits Ahmed Johnson.
The crowd is going crazy.
Billy Gunn whips Ahmed Johnson into the turnbuckle.
Billy Gunn hits a bodyslam on Ahmed Johnson.
Billy Gunn throws Ahmed Johnson out of the ring.
Charles Robinson counts: one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine,
ten.
The crowd is behind Billy Gunn all the way.

The winner is Billy Gunn. Time of match: 0:14:18

Billy Gunn defeated Ahmed Johnson by countout in 0:14:18.
Rating: -* 3/4

Billy Gunn comes out on top of The Pearl River Powerhouse after an absolutely brutal match (in more ways than one).  It looked like Ahmed Johnson had this one handily in the bag, however Gunn was able to score a Fame-Ass-Er out of nowhere.  Johnson kicked out, but he was clearly stunned by the move, because in short order he was knocked out of the ring and unable to beat the ten count.

Slash vs. "The Amazing" Red

Red attacks Slash before the bell.
Red runs into the ropes.
Slash hits Red with a kick.
Funaki comes to ringside.
Slash runs into the ropes.
Funaki hits Slash in the back with a chair.
Danny Davis threatens Red with disqualification.
New Jack comes to ringside.
Red gives the sign for the InfraRed.
Red executes the InfraRed on Slash.
Red has the crowd going wild.
Red goes for the pin.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, three.
Red has the crowd going wild.

The winner is Red. Time of match: 0:00:22

Red pinned Slash with the InfraRed in 0:00:22.
Rating: *
[Funaki interfered against Slash.]

Well, that was short.  Funaki apparently was expecting treachery, so he came to ringside and hit Slash with a chair, allowing Red to gain a quick win with the InfraRed.  Sure enough, New Jack made his way out moments later with a chair of his own and began swinging wildly, sending Red and Funaki scattering.  A match between these two teams at Ragnarok would not be out of the question.

"The Tennessee Cowboy" James Storm vs. "Das Wunderkind" Alex Wright

James Storm uses a clothesline on Alex Wright.
James Storm hits a belly-to-belly suplex on Alex Wright.
James Storm hits Alex Wright with a running clothesline.
James Storm takes Alex Wright down with a DDT.
The crowd is going into a frenzy.
James Storm executes an inverted atomic drop on Alex Wright.
James Storm whips Alex Wright into the ropes.
Alex Wright goes for a back heel kick, but James Storm ducks out of the way.
James Storm hits Alex Wright with a flying dropkick.
James Storm is going for the pin.
Jack Doan counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Alex Wright begs off.
James Storm executes the 8 Second Ride on Alex Wright.
The crowd is behind James Storm all the way.
James Storm goes for the pin.
Jack Doan counts: One, two, three.
The crowd is behind James Storm all the way.

The winner is James Storm. Time of match: 0:10:34

James Storm pinned Alex Wright with the 8 Second Ride in 0:10:34.
Rating: *** 3/4

James Storm defeats Alex Wright convincingly here.  Wright fought well, but he was simply no match for The Tennessee Cowboy.  One Eight Second Ride later, and Alex Wright was down for the count.

Your Main Event:
The Future vs. "Wildcat" Chris Harris - If Harris Wins, AMW can pick the stipulations of their title defense

Chance Beckett takes Chris Harris down with a lariat.
Chance Beckett is going for the pin.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
Chance Beckett locks Chris Harris in a forearm choke.
Earl Hebner warns Chance Beckett to let go.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three, four.
Chance Beckett executes the Chance Encounter on Chris Harris.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
Chance Beckett whips Chris Harris into the ropes.
Chris Harris goes for a flying clothesline, but Chance Beckett
ducks out of the way.
Chance Beckett hits Chris Harris with a reverse neckbreaker.
Numerous fans are using Chance Beckett for target practice.
Chance Beckett executes a monkey flip on Chris Harris.
Chance Beckett whips Chris Harris into the ropes.
Chance Beckett uses a legsweep on Chris Harris.
Chance Beckett executes a reverse neckbreaker on Chris Harris.

Xavier gives the sign for the Kiss Your X Goodbye.
Xavier executes the Kiss Your X Goodbye on Chris Harris.
Xavier further incites the crowd.
Xavier goes for the pin.
Earl Hebner counts: One, kickout.
Xavier executes a hiptoss on Chris Harris.
Xavier locks Chris Harris in a boot choke.
Earl Hebner warns Xavier to let go.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three, four.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three, four.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
Earl Hebner threatens Xavier with disqualification.
Xavier takes Chris Harris down with a running knee strike.
Xavier executes a clothesline on Chris Harris.
Chance Beckett enters the ring to make it two-on-one.
Chance Beckett executes a lariat on Chris Harris.
Xavier uses a cobra clutch suplex on Chris Harris.

Chris Harris hits Chance Beckett with a flying elbowdrop.
Earl Hebner counts:  2.
Chris Harris uses a slingshot on Chance Beckett.
Chris Harris hits a chop on Chance Beckett.
Chris Harris gets back into the ring.
Chance Beckett rolls back in under the bottom rope.
Chris Harris goes for a spear, but Chance Beckett side-steps and Chris Harris
only hits air.
Chance Beckett executes the Chance Encounter on Chris Harris.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Chance Beckett takes Chris Harris down with a double underhook suplex.
Chance Beckett nails Chris Harris with a double arm DDT.
The crowd is vociferously booing Chance Beckett.
Chance Beckett covers Chris Harris.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Chance Beckett goes for a bicycle kick, but Chris Harris blocks it.
Chris Harris nails Chance Beckett with a bulldog.

Chance Beckett climbs back into the ring.
Chris Harris goes for a flying cross body press, but Chance Beckett
rolls through with the move.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Chance Beckett executes a vertical suplex on Chris Harris.
Xavier enters the ring to make it two-on-one.
Chance Beckett and Xavier whip Chris Harris into the ropes.
They hit Chris Harris with a double clothesline.
Xavier leaves the ring.
Chance Beckett nails Chris Harris with a series of punches.
Chance Beckett executes the Chance Encounter on Chris Harris.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
Chance Beckett is being booed out of the building.

The winners are The Future. Time of match: 0:23:03

[Winner Sets Stipulations]: Handicap-Match:
The Future (Chance Beckett and Xavier) defeated Chris Harris when Beckett
pinned C. Harris with the Chance Encounter in 0:23:03.
Rating: **** 1/2

Chris Harris called this match a calculated risk.  Unfortunately, the risk was just too great, and taking on a tag team which has not only dominated the tag team ranks, but is made up of two former Global Heavyweight Champions just didn't pay off.  Once the victory was secured, The Future picked Harris up to try to eliminate him for good...

But wait!  It's James Storm!  Eight Second Ride to Xavier!  Superkick to Chance Beckett!  America's Most Wanted may have lost this battle, but they haven't lost the war!

Card rating: ** 1/2


Match observations:

Match of the Evening:  The Future vs. Chris Harris

Ragnarok comes next week, and fittingly, the entire show will be no DQ.

First, AMW will defend their tag team titles against perpetual challengers The Future in a rematch of their epic Steel Cage match at Caged Fury.  Any match between these two teams is bound to be gold, so this brutal challenge should be extremely exciting.

Next, Ron Simmons will face off against the returning Insane Dragon in a bout that will see sheer power against blazing speed.  Who will come out on top?  We shall see!

Billy and Chuck will team up together once again to take on A-Train and Ahmed Johnson of Overpower.  The fact that it is no-DQ seems to give Overpower a major advantage, but perhaps the fact that the match will be Falls Count Anywhere will work to Billy and Chuck's advantage.

Julio Dinero is looking to gain a measure of revenge for his defeat last week, and while no match has been granted against Edge, he has managed to get approval for an I Quit Match against Danny Basham.  Dinero promises to show Danny the power of the dollar by making him say that he quits in front of the entire world!

Perhaps foolishly, Edge has agreed to face down Matt Hardy once again next week before his title defense.  This time, Edge and Hardy will face off in a First Blood Match!

Things will definately heat up when The Amazing Red, Funaki and Deranged face off against Slash, New Jack, and Shane Douglas in an Elimination Tables 6-Man Tag Team match.  Can the speed and high flying agility of Red, Funaki and Deranged defeat the Hardcore knowhow of their opponents?  Tune in!

Finally, Bob Sapp has managed to secure for himself a shot at the Global Heavyweight Title.  Sapp is a former IWGP Champion, and the moniker of "The Unstoppable Force" may very well be appropriate for him!  Add to that the fact that Edge will already have wrestled another match and things do not look good for our champion.  To ensure an even fight, Edge has been allowed to pick the stipulation, and his choice of a Ladder Match is definately something which will work in his favor because of the importance of speed over brute force.  Will it be enough?  Or will The Unstoppable Force roll over Edge?

Catch Ragnarok to find out!

*****

Eric "Critic of the Dawn"
Owen Hart RIPPosted on 07/17/04 at 07:55:06

Great card, I like how everything just flows together!
91Posted on 07/18/04 at 02:12:15

I was going to say that I was impressed with the effort of Harris in that final match, I seriously thought he was taking that, but on second thought, I'm more impressed with Shane Douglas going through an entire interview without any profanity. Knock off that Billy Gunn match (I'm even more impressed that one :P ) and you've got a great card.
Critic of the DawnPosted on 07/18/04 at 02:51:29

Glad you enjoyed the card, Owen Hart RIP.  I've been impressed with how easy it's been to keep NDW flowing nicely, both within the shows and in a longer term sense.  Rick's ruleset is definately great to work with, and I'm sure a lot of the flow can be attributed to it.  Also helpful is TNM SE's ability to insert commentary after every match rather than just at the end.  I find it makes it easier to follow what's going on there.

Chris Harris put up a hell of a fight in the main event, but really, The Future is made up of two of NDW's most formidable heels.  I didn't personally think much of Harris's chances going into the match, and therefore I wasn't surprised that he was eventually worn down and defeated.  The Future and AMW are definately 2 of New Deal Wrestling's biggest attractions, though, and this match demonstrated why once again.

As for Shane Douglas's lack of profanity... well, NDW is a "classier" promotion than ECW, so to speak.  So to keep him family friendly, we've threatened to make him room with A-Train when NDW goes to California for The Big One.  After that, he was actually so polite that we had to hit him with a chair a few times to keep WWE from suing us for infringing on Brother Love's gimmick.

As for the Billy Gunn match... I'm deriving a sadistic pleasure from creating long lines in the restrooms by pairing up Billy Gunn in matches with Ahmed Johnson.  Also, during that match NDW sold more merchandise than during the entire rest of the show, so I'd argue that it did indeed have a purpose!

Eric "Critic of the Dawn"
91Posted on 07/18/04 at 04:38:33

If you want long lines in the restrooms, you could also start catering to women. :P ;D