WCW Hog Wild 1996

WRESTLING WIRE REPORT

STURGIS SHOWDOWN SHINES ON PPV

By Henry Winter, Zohash.com Staff Writer

Sturgis, South Dakota - In front of a raucous 5,000-strong crowd at the Sturgis Rally And Race, World Championship Wrestling brought the heat with an electrifying pay-per-view card that will be remembered for years to come. Last night's event, broadcast live on PPV, featured a mix of high-flying action, hard-hitting brawls, and championship stakes.

Cruiserweight Clash Rey Misterio Jr.'s dazzling aerial assault proved too much for Ultimate Dragon in their WCW World Cruiserweight Title Match, as the young luchador secured a thrilling 11:35 victory. This contest set the tone for an event that would showcase the very best of what WCW has to offer.

Singles Smackdown Scott Norton's rugged determination paid off against Ice-Train, as he dispatched his opponent in a mere 5:05. While not the most technically impressive outing, Norton's sheer force and power made all the difference here.

Loser Leaves Town... Literally! Madusa and Bull Nakano engaged in an absurd yet entertaining Loser Smashes Opponent's Bike Match. The always-unpredictable Madusa emerged victorious, crushing her adversary's motorbike with a vicious chair shot to seal the 5:00 win. This bout will undoubtedly go down as one of the most bizarre on recent memory.

Technical Masterclass Chris Benoit and Dean Malenko staged an epic singles contest that saw Benoit ultimately claim victory after 26:55 of back-and-forth grappling. A masterclass in submission holds, Benoit showcased his unparalleled technical prowess to secure the win.

Tag Team Tussle Harlem Heat (Booker T and Stevie Ray) successfully defended their WCW World Tag Team Titles against The Steiner Brothers (Rick and Scott), with the Harlem boys prevailing after 17:53 of intense action. This bout highlighted the incredible chemistry between the teams, making it a true showcase for tag-team wrestling.

United States Championship Showdown Ric Flair's cunning veteran instincts proved too much for Eddie Guerrero in their WCW United States Title Match, as the Nature Boy retained his title after 14:14 of grueling action. This match served as a testament to Flair's enduring ability to adapt and overcome.

Main Event Mayhem The Outsiders (Kevin Nash and Scott Hall) pulled off an upset victory over Lex Luger and Sting in their tag team encounter, with the duo prevailing after 14:36 of chaos. The intensity and unpredictability of this contest made it a must-see for fans of the sport.

Championship Gold Finally, Hollywood Hogan successfully defended his WCW World Heavyweight Title against The Giant in the night's main event. A hard-fought victory for Hogan, who showcased his cunning and resilience to overcome the monstrous Giant's best efforts.

In conclusion, last night's pay-per-view extravaganza was a resounding success, offering fans an unforgettable evening of top-notch wrestling action. If you missed it, don't worry - we've got you covered with all the highlights and lowlights right here at Zohash.com!

Card Details

Date: 10 Aug 1996
Promotion: World Championship Wrestling
Arena: Sturgis Rally And Race
Attendance: 5000
Type: Pay Per View
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 10 Aug 1996

Matches

Rey Misterio Jr.(C) defeat Ultimate Dragon in a WCW World Cruiserweight Title Match
Match Time: 11:35
Scott Norton defeat Ice-Train in a Singles Match
Match Time: 05:05
Madusa defeat Bull Nakano in a Loser Smashes Opponent's Bike Match
Match Time: 05:00
Chris Benoit defeat Dean Malenko in a Singles Match
Match Time: 26:55
Harlem Heat (Booker T and Stevie Ray)(C) defeat The Steiner Brothers (Rick Steiner and Scott Steiner) in a WCW World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 17:53
Ric Flair(C) defeat Eddie Guerrero in a WCW United States Title Match
Match Time: 14:14
The Outsiders (Kevin Nash and Scott Hall) defeat Lex Luger and Sting in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 14:36
Hollywood Hogan(C) defeat The Giant in a World Heavyweight Title Match