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ECW November To Remember 1998

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EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING DELIVERS THRILLING PPV EVENT IN NEW ORLEANS

Lakefront Arena, New Orleans, Louisiana - November 1, 1998

In a night filled with high-flying action, hard-hitting brawls, and shocking upsets, Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) presented its latest Pay-Per-View extravaganza at the Lakefront Arena in New Orleans. The sold-out crowd of 5,800 enthusiastic fans witnessed seven matches that left them on the edge of their seats.

Tag Team Action Kicks Off the Night

The evening commenced with a tag team match featuring Super Nova and The Blue Meanie taking on Danny Doring and Roadkill. In an intense contest that lasted 10 minutes and 54 seconds, the veteran duo prevailed over their opponents, showcasing their cunning teamwork and impressive aerial attacks.

Singles Matches Steal the Spotlight

Tommy Rogers made quick work of Tracy Smothers in a singles match, finishing him off with a swift top-rope hurricanrana in just 7 minutes and 51 seconds. Meanwhile, Spike Dudley stunned Mabel and Ulf Herman in a two-on-one handicap match by dispatching both opponents simultaneously in a mere 32 seconds.

Lance Storm Proves His Worth

In a highly competitive singles bout, Lance Storm outlasted Jerry Lynn, utilizing his cunning submission skills to force the referee to stop the match at 16 minutes and 48 seconds. This performance solidified Storm's reputation as one of ECW's top contenders.

Title Match Thrills the Crowd

The highly anticipated ECW World Tag Team Title match saw Balls Mahoney and Masato Tanaka challenge The Dudley Boyz (Buh Buh Ray, D-Von, and Raven). In a closely contested affair, Mahoney and Tanaka managed to overcome the reigning champions in an exciting contest.

Dreamer and Roberts Shine in Tag Team Action

Tommy Dreamer and Jake Roberts teamed up to take on Jack Victory and Justin Credible. The match featured a mix of high-flying moves, technical grappling, and brutal brawling, ultimately culminating in the victors' 12-minute and 26-second triumph.

Triple Threat Falls Short

In the main event, ECW's top stars Rob Van Dam, Sabu, and Taz faced off against The Triple Threat (Bam Bam Bigelow, Chris Candido, and Shane Douglas). This six-man tag team extravaganza was marked by intense action, with all three teams trading near-falls. In the end, the victorious trio emerged victorious after a grueling 12-minute and 57-second battle.

In conclusion, ECW's latest Pay-Per-View event in New Orleans delivered an electrifying night of professional wrestling that will be remembered for a long time to come. With its unpredictable nature, innovative match concepts, and passionate fan base, Extreme Championship Wrestling continues to solidify its position as one of the most exciting promotions in the world.

Rating: 4.5/5

Recommendation: For fans of high-flying action, technical grappling, and hard-hitting brawls, this Pay-Per-View event is a must-watch. The matches featuring Tommy Dreamer and Jake Roberts, as well as Rob Van Dam, Sabu, and Taz, are particularly noteworthy.

Final Thoughts: ECW's commitment to delivering innovative and unpredictable matches continues to pay dividends. With its talented roster of performers and passionate fan base, the promotion is poised for continued success in the years to come.


Card Details

  • Date: 01 Nov 1998
  • Promotion: Extreme Championship Wrestling
  • Arena: Lakefront Arena
  • Attendance: 5800
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 01 Nov 1998

Matches

  1. Super Nova and The Blue Meanie defeat Danny Doring and Roadkill in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 10:54

  2. Tommy Rogers defeat Tracy Smothers in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 07:51

  3. Spike Dudley defeat Mabel and Ulf Herman in a Two On One Handicap Match
    Match Time: 00:32

  4. Lance Storm defeat Jerry Lynn in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 16:48

  5. Balls Mahoney and Masato Tanaka(C) defeat The Dudley Boyz in a ECW World Tag Team Title Match

  6. Jake Roberts and Tommy Dreamer defeat Jack Victory and Justin Credible in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 12:26

  7. Rob Van Dam, Sabu and Taz defeat The Triple Threat (Bam Bam Bigelow, Chris Candido and Shane Douglas) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 12:57