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- Tails Azimuth
Wrestling Report: A Thrilling Evening at the Philadelphia Civic Center
October 28th, 1989 - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
The World Championship Wrestling (WCW) presented a spectacular pay-per-view event at the historic Philadelphia Civic Center, drawing an impressive crowd of 7,300 enthusiastic fans. This live broadcast on October 28th was a true testament to the enduring appeal of professional wrestling.
Match #1: The Z-Man vs. Mike Rotunda
The evening commenced with a solid singles match between The Z-Man and Mike Rotunda. Despite Rotunda's best efforts to assert his dominance, The Z-Man's quickness and agility allowed him to secure a well-deserved victory in 13 minutes and 23 seconds.
Match #2: Samoan Swat Team & Samoan Savage vs. Steve Williams & The Midnight Express
The Samoan Swat Team, comprising Afa and Sika, joined forces with their countryman, Samoan Savage, to take on the formidable duo of Steve Williams and The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton and Stan Lane). This six-man tag team match was a highlight reel in the making, featuring high-flying moves, powerbombs, and intense grappling. In the end, the Samoans emerged victorious after 18 minutes and 16 seconds.
Match #3: Tommy Rich vs. The Cuban Assassin
In a relatively quick contest, Tommy Rich dispatched The Cuban Assassin with ease, submitting him in just 8 minutes and 26 seconds. This brief bout allowed the crowd to recharge for the matches that followed.
Match #4: Fabulous Freebirds (Jimmy Garvin & Michael Hayes) vs. Dynamic Dudes (Johnny Ace & Shane Douglas)
The NWA World Tag Team Title was on the line as The Fabulous Freebirds, Jimmy Garvin and Michael Hayes, clashed with their challengers, The Dynamic Dudes (Johnny Ace and Shane Douglas). The Freebirds' technical prowess ultimately proved too much for the Dudes, as they retained their titles in 11 minutes and 28 seconds.
Match #5: Doom (#1 & #2) vs. Steiner Brothers (Rick Steiner & Scott Steiner)
The tag team division took center stage once more, with Doom (comprising two unnamed members) facing off against the high-flying Steiner Brothers (Rick and Scott). This intense match saw Doom's power and aggression matched by the Steiners' athleticism and teamwork. In the end, Doom emerged victorious after 15 minutes and 26 seconds.
Match #6: Lex Luger vs. Flyin' Brian
In a highly anticipated bout for the NWA United States Heavyweight Title, Lex Luger defended his championship against Flyin' Brian. This thrilling contest saw both competitors push each other to the limit, with Luger ultimately retaining his title in 16 minutes and 48 seconds.
Match #7: Road Warriors (Animal & Hawk) vs. The Skyscrapers
The evening's penultimate match featured a tag team showdown between the legendary Road Warriors (Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk) and their opponents, The Skyscrapers. This hard-hitting contest saw both teams trading blows, with the Road Warriors ultimately securing the victory in 11 minutes and 39 seconds.
Main Event: Four Horsemen (Ric Flair & Sting) vs. J-Tex Corporation (Terry Funk & Great Muta)
The main event was a Thunderdome Match between two of professional wrestling's most storied factions, The Four Horsemen (Ric Flair and Sting), and J-Tex Corporation (Terry Funk and The Great Muta). This intense, no-holds-barred match saw both teams give it their all, with the Four Horsemen emerging victorious after 21 minutes and 55 seconds.
In conclusion, this WCW pay-per-view event was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish. With a mix of high-flying action, technical grappling, and intense brawling, there was something for every wrestling fan in attendance at the Philadelphia Civic Center. The result: a truly unforgettable evening of professional wrestling.
Card Details
- Date: 28 Oct 1989
- Promotion: World Championship Wrestling
- Arena: Philadelphia Civic Center
- Attendance: 7300
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 28 Oct 1989
Matches
The Z-Man defeat Mike Rotunda in a Singles Match
Match Time: 13:23The Samoan Swat Team and Samoan Savage defeat Steve Williams and The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton and Stan Lane) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 18:16Tommy Rich defeat The Cuban Assassin in a Singles Match
Match Time: 08:26The Fabulous Freebirds (Jimmy Garvin and Michael Hayes)
(C)defeat The Dynamic Dudes (Johnny Ace and Shane Douglas) in a NWA World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 11:28Doom (Doom #1 and Doom #2) defeat The Steiner Brothers (Rick Steiner and Scott Steiner) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 15:26Lex Luger
(C)defeat Flyin' Brian in a NWA United States Heavyweight Title Match
Match Time: 16:48The Road Warriors (Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk) defeat The Skyscrapers in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 11:39The Four Horsemen (Ric Flair and Sting) defeat J-Tex Corporation (Terry Funk and The Great Muta) in a Thunderdome Match
Match Time: 21:55