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Battlebowl Report

Pensacola's Civic Center played host to a thrilling Pay Per View event as World Championship Wrestling brought the heat with their inaugural Battlebowl card. A sold-out crowd of 7,000 fans bore witness to eight tag team matches and a main event battle royal that will be remembered for ages to come.

Tag Team Action

The night kicked off with Big Van Vader and Cactus Jack taking down Charlie Norris and Kane in a spirited opener. The dynamic duo's chemistry was on full display as they dispatched their opponents in just over seven minutes. Next up, Brian Knobbs and Johnny B. Badd bested Erik Watts and Paul Roma in a hard-hitting contest that saw the winning team capitalize on Watts' miscommunication with his partner.

Paul Orndorff and The Shockmaster continued their impressive form, outlasting Lord Steven Regal and Ricky Steamboat in a closely fought match. Meanwhile, Dustin Rhodes and King Kong's tag team debut was marked by a dominant victory over Awesome Kong and The Equalizer.

Jerry Sags and Sting proved too strong for Keith Cole and Ron Simmons, while Ric Flair and Steve Austin demonstrated their championship mettle with a convincing win over 2 Cold Scorpio and Maxx Payne. Rick Rude and Shanghai Pierce also came out on top against Marcus Alexander Bagwell and Tex Slazenger in a bout filled with high-flying action.

Finally, Rip Rogers and Road Warrior Hawk edged out Davey Boy Smith and Kole in a match that saw the former World Tag Team Champions showcase their teamwork.

The Main Event: A Battle Royal for the Ages

And then there was the main event. A 14-man battle royal featuring some of WCW's biggest stars, including Big Van Vader, Brian Knobbs, Cactus Jack, Dustin Rhodes, Jerry Sags, Johnny B. Badd, King Kong, Paul Orndorff, Ric Flair, Rick Rude, Rip Rogers, Road Warrior Hawk, Shanghai Pierce, Steve Austin, Sting, and The Shockmaster.

In a contest that defied gravity and pushed the limits of athleticism, Big Van Vader emerged victorious after dispatching nearly half the field. A testament to his sheer power and endurance, Vader's performance was awe-inspiring as he battled through the chaos, eliminating opponent after opponent until only one remained.

Final Thoughts

Battlebowl was an unforgettable night of professional wrestling that left this reporter in a state of wonder. With so many memorable moments and outstanding matches, it's hard to pick just a few highlights. Suffice it to say that WCW has set the bar high for future Pay Per View events, and fans are already clamoring for more.

For now, we can bask in the glory of Big Van Vader's triumphant return to the top of the mountain. A true giant among men, he proved once again why he is a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling.

Rating: 4.5/5

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Card Details

  • Date: 20 Nov 1993
  • Promotion: World Championship Wrestling
  • Arena: Civic Center
  • Attendance: 7000
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 20 Nov 1993

Matches

  1. Big Van Vader and Cactus Jack defeat Charlie Norris and Kane in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #1
    Match Time: 07:34

  2. Brian Knobbs and Johnny B. Badd defeat Erik Watts and Paul Roma in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #2
    Match Time: 12:56

  3. Paul Orndorff and The Shockmaster defeat Lord Steven Regal and Ricky Steamboat in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #3
    Match Time: 12:26

  4. Dustin Rhodes and King Kong defeat Awesome Kong and The Equalizer in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #4
    Match Time: 05:55

  5. Jerry Sags and Sting defeat Keith Cole and Ron Simmons in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #5
    Match Time: 13:14

  6. Ric Flair and Steve Austin defeat 2 Cold Scorpio and Maxx Payne in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #6
    Match Time: 14:31

  7. Rick Rude and Shanghai Pierce defeat Marcus Alexander Bagwell and Tex Slazenger in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #7
    Match Time: 14:50

  8. Rip Rogers and Road Warrior Hawk defeat Davey Boy Smith and Kole in a BattleBowl Tag Team Match #8
    Match Time: 07:55

  9. Big Van Vader defeat Brian Knobbs, Cactus Jack, Dustin Rhodes, Jerry Sags, Johnny B. Badd, King Kong, Paul Orndorff, Ric Flair, Rick Rude, Rip Rogers, Road Warrior Hawk, Shanghai Pierce, Steve Austin, Sting and The Shockmaster in a BattleBowl Battle Royal
    Match Time: 25:32

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