Post by fifthhorseman on Mar 1, 2014 4:57:55 GMT -5
[The show starts with a video montage beginning with highlights from AWA Bi-Coastal Brawl, through the various episodes of Wednesday Night Warriors and Throwdown, and finally, still shots of SuperClash 2.1. THIS IS THE AMERICAN WRESTLING ASSOCIATION – REBORN!]
Joey Styles: Hello! Salutations! And welcome to AWA Wednesday Night Warriors! We are live for the next two hours, coming to you from the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Settle in and hold on tight, while we set the scene for you. Last Sunday night, at SuperClash 2.1, the American Wrestling Association crowned its first and newest Heavyweight champion, and his name is Daniel Bryan! If you have not seen that match yet, then I suggest – no, I insist – you buy the replay on pay-per-view!
Tonight, the champ is here – but that’s not all. We have five sensational matches on the card tonight, and in the main event, AWA Intercontinental champion Bruiser Brody defends his title against the Monarchy’s Drew McIntyre! I’m going to turn it over to my broadcast partner, the man, the myth, the legend, Josh Mathews, and he’ll tell you what else to expect tonight. Josh?
Josh Mathews: Thank you, Joey Styles, and hello AWA fans! Also in action, Magnum T.A. squares off against Ethan Carter III. Scott Hall battles one half of the Natural Born Thrillers, Mark Jindrak. Rick Martel takes on the newest wrestler on the AWA roster, Mike Awesome! And in tag-team action, the Varsity Club locks up with FlexForce! A new era has begun in the American Wrestling Association, folks – and it’s time to go to the ring, right now!
VS.
Mike Awesome vs. Rick Martel: An important contest for both men; this was Awesome’s AWA debut, and Martel’s latest foray in singles action. The French-Canadian took control in the early going, using his pure wrestling skill to keep his larger opponent off-balance. He scored several near-falls, but eventually the tide turned Awesome’s way, as he managed to catch and batter his foe down to the mat with a multitude of high-impact maneuvers. He finished Martel off with his patented Awesome Bomb, ending a hard-fought battle that both men would feel the next day.
As Awesome headed back up the ramp, he was met by Gary Hart, who raised the titan’s hand and declared that he didn’t need Stan Hansen anymore… not when he had a stronger, faster, and better man to represent his Gaijin Invasion.
VS.
FlexForce (Chris Masters and Paul Orndorff) vs. the Varsity Club (Mike Rotunda and Jack Swagger): The Varsity Club was accompanied to the ring by Verne Gagne, who was on crutches after sustaining a high ankle sprain in his match against Ken Shamrock at SuperClash. The veterans Orndorff and Rotunda started the match; they were as evenly matched as their younger partners, who locked up later on. It was a see-saw battle that ended when FlexForce whiffed on a double-clothesline, and Swagger rolled up Orndorff for the win. After the match, Masters and Orndorff argued their way to the dressing room.
VS.
Ethan Carter III vs. Magnum T.A.: Old-school vs. new-school. Carter’s pre-match confidence bordered on arrogance, while Magnum looked cool and relaxed. But when the bell rang, it was a fast-paced match that went beyond the boundaries of the ring ropes several times. Carter was extremely aggressive, utilizing his fists, feet, and throws, but Magnum stopped every rally with some hard-thrown punches of his own. The Virginian took control, and connected with his belly-to-belly suplex seconds before the bell rang, but Carter lifted his shoulder just in time. The match ended in a 20-minute time-limit draw.
The Daniel Bryan “coronation” was next, and he received a standing ovation from the St. Paul crowd. He walked around ringside, shaking hands, and was met in the ring by Lance Russell. The announcer congratulated the new champ and handed him the microphone. A partial transcript of Bryan’s speech:
Daniel Bryan: I want to thank all of the fans who came out tonight, who have supported me and have come back to support the AWA. When I arrived in the AWA, and I looked at the roster of talented men and great champions that also joined this promotion, I knew that I made the right choice. This, without question, is the toughest, most competitive promotion in the world.
When I was chosen to participate in the Heavyweight Championship tournament back in December, I was honored – and I have to admit, a little bit nervous when I saw the brackets. Let me say it again – I am surrounded by great wrestlers. And when the tournament started, I went into it with the mentality that every match was sudden death. Single elimination. One loss and you’re out, watching from the outside while your peers move on. I went into it knowing that an early-round loss meant the likelihood that a title shot wouldn’t be coming my way for a long time, if at all.
I want to give credit where credit is due. Nigel McGuinness, Magnum T.A., Harley Race – what a road. Each one of them is amongst the elite in the sport, and to be honest, any of them could be standing in here right now, wearing this championship belt. Vader – what I just said goes double for you – and not just because you’re bigger than two of me put together. I’m sure we’ll meet in this ring again. I’m looking forward to it.
Now, I don’t know who’s next. I’m sure that the AWA championship committee will figure something out and I’ll be defending this championship very soon. But in the meantime, I’m going to enjoy the victory, rest this beaten-up body, and represent you, the fans, as your AWA Heavyweight champion.
VS.
Scott Hall vs. Mark Jindrak (w/JJ Dillon and Sean O’Haire): After getting roughed up by Edge’s colleagues at SuperClash 2.1, Hall demanded retribution. He and Jindrak locked up like a pair of angry bulls, evenly matched in height and weight. This was a power match, pure and simple, between two tough rugged athletes. The constant ringside distractions, however, allowed Jindrak to connect with a perfect standing dropkick, and he stayed on the offensive. With Dillon and O’Haire cheering him on, the Thriller attacked, but Hall would not stay down. Minutes later, as the referee barked at O’Haire to get off the ring apron, Hall caught Jindrak with a second-rope bulldog for the quick win. After the match, he rolled out of the ring before the Thrillers could attack him again.
VS.
[C] Bruiser Brody vs. Drew McIntyre (w/Layla): McIntyre strode down the ramp first, with the lovely Layla El by his side; the champion Brody barreled to the ring last with The Intercontinental strap around his waist. The big-fight intros were made by Christy Hemme; the two men stood nose-to-nose throughout, and eagerly awaited the bell. Brody took charge of the bout early on, throwing the Scot out of the ring. They brawled near the announcers’ table, and the slightly smaller McIntyre gamely stood in with the champ. The official eventually coerced them back in the ring, and Brody continued his onslaught until his foe hit him with a future-shock DDT, a move that only resulted in a two-count. Still, it allowed McIntyre to keep Brody down, and after wearing him down further, he locked in a figure-four leglock in the middle of the ring. Writhing in pain, Brody fought his way out of it. Regaining his feet, he powered McIntyre up and brought him down with a jackhammer slam, knocking the breath from his opponent and giving him the tough win.
Joey Styles: Hello! Salutations! And welcome to AWA Wednesday Night Warriors! We are live for the next two hours, coming to you from the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. Settle in and hold on tight, while we set the scene for you. Last Sunday night, at SuperClash 2.1, the American Wrestling Association crowned its first and newest Heavyweight champion, and his name is Daniel Bryan! If you have not seen that match yet, then I suggest – no, I insist – you buy the replay on pay-per-view!
Tonight, the champ is here – but that’s not all. We have five sensational matches on the card tonight, and in the main event, AWA Intercontinental champion Bruiser Brody defends his title against the Monarchy’s Drew McIntyre! I’m going to turn it over to my broadcast partner, the man, the myth, the legend, Josh Mathews, and he’ll tell you what else to expect tonight. Josh?
Josh Mathews: Thank you, Joey Styles, and hello AWA fans! Also in action, Magnum T.A. squares off against Ethan Carter III. Scott Hall battles one half of the Natural Born Thrillers, Mark Jindrak. Rick Martel takes on the newest wrestler on the AWA roster, Mike Awesome! And in tag-team action, the Varsity Club locks up with FlexForce! A new era has begun in the American Wrestling Association, folks – and it’s time to go to the ring, right now!
VS.
Mike Awesome vs. Rick Martel: An important contest for both men; this was Awesome’s AWA debut, and Martel’s latest foray in singles action. The French-Canadian took control in the early going, using his pure wrestling skill to keep his larger opponent off-balance. He scored several near-falls, but eventually the tide turned Awesome’s way, as he managed to catch and batter his foe down to the mat with a multitude of high-impact maneuvers. He finished Martel off with his patented Awesome Bomb, ending a hard-fought battle that both men would feel the next day.
As Awesome headed back up the ramp, he was met by Gary Hart, who raised the titan’s hand and declared that he didn’t need Stan Hansen anymore… not when he had a stronger, faster, and better man to represent his Gaijin Invasion.
VS.
FlexForce (Chris Masters and Paul Orndorff) vs. the Varsity Club (Mike Rotunda and Jack Swagger): The Varsity Club was accompanied to the ring by Verne Gagne, who was on crutches after sustaining a high ankle sprain in his match against Ken Shamrock at SuperClash. The veterans Orndorff and Rotunda started the match; they were as evenly matched as their younger partners, who locked up later on. It was a see-saw battle that ended when FlexForce whiffed on a double-clothesline, and Swagger rolled up Orndorff for the win. After the match, Masters and Orndorff argued their way to the dressing room.
VS.
Ethan Carter III vs. Magnum T.A.: Old-school vs. new-school. Carter’s pre-match confidence bordered on arrogance, while Magnum looked cool and relaxed. But when the bell rang, it was a fast-paced match that went beyond the boundaries of the ring ropes several times. Carter was extremely aggressive, utilizing his fists, feet, and throws, but Magnum stopped every rally with some hard-thrown punches of his own. The Virginian took control, and connected with his belly-to-belly suplex seconds before the bell rang, but Carter lifted his shoulder just in time. The match ended in a 20-minute time-limit draw.
The Daniel Bryan “coronation” was next, and he received a standing ovation from the St. Paul crowd. He walked around ringside, shaking hands, and was met in the ring by Lance Russell. The announcer congratulated the new champ and handed him the microphone. A partial transcript of Bryan’s speech:
Daniel Bryan: I want to thank all of the fans who came out tonight, who have supported me and have come back to support the AWA. When I arrived in the AWA, and I looked at the roster of talented men and great champions that also joined this promotion, I knew that I made the right choice. This, without question, is the toughest, most competitive promotion in the world.
When I was chosen to participate in the Heavyweight Championship tournament back in December, I was honored – and I have to admit, a little bit nervous when I saw the brackets. Let me say it again – I am surrounded by great wrestlers. And when the tournament started, I went into it with the mentality that every match was sudden death. Single elimination. One loss and you’re out, watching from the outside while your peers move on. I went into it knowing that an early-round loss meant the likelihood that a title shot wouldn’t be coming my way for a long time, if at all.
I want to give credit where credit is due. Nigel McGuinness, Magnum T.A., Harley Race – what a road. Each one of them is amongst the elite in the sport, and to be honest, any of them could be standing in here right now, wearing this championship belt. Vader – what I just said goes double for you – and not just because you’re bigger than two of me put together. I’m sure we’ll meet in this ring again. I’m looking forward to it.
Now, I don’t know who’s next. I’m sure that the AWA championship committee will figure something out and I’ll be defending this championship very soon. But in the meantime, I’m going to enjoy the victory, rest this beaten-up body, and represent you, the fans, as your AWA Heavyweight champion.
VS.
Scott Hall vs. Mark Jindrak (w/JJ Dillon and Sean O’Haire): After getting roughed up by Edge’s colleagues at SuperClash 2.1, Hall demanded retribution. He and Jindrak locked up like a pair of angry bulls, evenly matched in height and weight. This was a power match, pure and simple, between two tough rugged athletes. The constant ringside distractions, however, allowed Jindrak to connect with a perfect standing dropkick, and he stayed on the offensive. With Dillon and O’Haire cheering him on, the Thriller attacked, but Hall would not stay down. Minutes later, as the referee barked at O’Haire to get off the ring apron, Hall caught Jindrak with a second-rope bulldog for the quick win. After the match, he rolled out of the ring before the Thrillers could attack him again.
VS.
[C] Bruiser Brody vs. Drew McIntyre (w/Layla): McIntyre strode down the ramp first, with the lovely Layla El by his side; the champion Brody barreled to the ring last with The Intercontinental strap around his waist. The big-fight intros were made by Christy Hemme; the two men stood nose-to-nose throughout, and eagerly awaited the bell. Brody took charge of the bout early on, throwing the Scot out of the ring. They brawled near the announcers’ table, and the slightly smaller McIntyre gamely stood in with the champ. The official eventually coerced them back in the ring, and Brody continued his onslaught until his foe hit him with a future-shock DDT, a move that only resulted in a two-count. Still, it allowed McIntyre to keep Brody down, and after wearing him down further, he locked in a figure-four leglock in the middle of the ring. Writhing in pain, Brody fought his way out of it. Regaining his feet, he powered McIntyre up and brought him down with a jackhammer slam, knocking the breath from his opponent and giving him the tough win.