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WCW Starrcade 1995 - "World Cup Of Wrestling"

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ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE REPORT

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING PRESENTS "WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING" - NASHVILLE MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM, DECEMBER 27, 1995

In a spectacular display of athleticism and entertainment, World Championship Wrestling (WCW) brought the heat to Nashville's Municipal Auditorium with their latest pay-per-view extravaganza, "World Cup of Wrestling". A packed house of 8,200 enthusiastic fans bore witness to an unforgettable evening of professional wrestling, featuring some of the world's top talent.

MATCH 1: JUSHIN THUNDER LIGER VS. CHRIS BENOIT (WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING #1) In the opening contest, Japanese phenom Jushin Thunder Liger faced off against Canada's own Chris Benoit. The bout was a technical masterclass, with both competitors trading holds and near-falls. In the end, Liger's lightning-quick movements allowed him to secure the victory in 10:29.

MATCH 2: KOJI KANEMOTO VS. ALEX WRIGHT (IWGP JUNIOR HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING #2) Next up was a battle for the ages, as IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion Koji Kanemoto put his title on the line against Alex Wright. The two competitors went toe-to-toe in a thrilling match that saw both men showcase their impressive aerial abilities. In the end, Kanemoto's cunning and quickness proved too much for Wright, securing the win in 11:30.

MATCH 3: LEX LUGER VS. MASAHIRO CHONO (WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING #3) In a clash of styles, Lex Luger faced off against Masahiro Chono. The American powerhouse utilized his impressive strength to dominate the early going, but Chono's tenacity allowed him to mount a comeback. In the end, Luger's sheer power proved too much for Chono, securing the victory in 6:41.

MATCH 4: JOHNNY B. BADD VS. MASA SAITO (WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING #4) In a battle of American versus Japanese pride, Johnny B. Badd took on Masa Saito. The two competitors engaged in a hard-hitting affair that saw both men trade blows and near-falls. In the end, Badd's technical prowess allowed him to secure the win in 5:52.

MATCH 5: SHINJIRO OTANI VS. EDDIE GUERRERO (WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING #5) In a clash of styles, Shinjiro Otani faced off against Eddie Guerrero. The Japanese sensation utilized his impressive aerial abilities to take the early lead, but Guerrero's tenacity allowed him to mount a comeback. In the end, Otani's speed and agility proved too much for Guerrero, securing the victory in 13:43.

MATCH 6: RANDY SAVAGE VS. TENZAN (WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING #6) In a battle of American legends, Randy Savage took on Tenzan. The two competitors engaged in a hard-hitting affair that saw both men trade blows and near-falls. In the end, Savage's cunning and experience allowed him to secure the win in 6:55.

MATCH 7: STING VS. KENSUKE SASAKI (WORLD CUP OF WRESTLING #7) In a thrilling contest, Sting faced off against Kensuke Sasaki. The two competitors engaged in a back-and-forth affair that saw both men trade holds and near-falls. In the end, Sting's experience and cunning allowed him to secure the win in 6:52.

MAIN EVENT: RIC FLAIR VS. LEX LUGER & STING (WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE #1 CONTENDERSHIP TRIANGLE MATCH) In a thrilling main event, Ric Flair faced off against Lex Luger and Sting in a Triangle Match for the World Heavyweight Title #1 Contendership. The three competitors engaged in an action-packed affair that saw each man take turns trying to outmaneuver the others. In the end, Flair's cunning and experience allowed him to secure the win and earn himself a shot at the WCW World Heavyweight Championship.

MAIN EVENT 2: RIC FLAIR VS. RANDY SAVAGE (WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE MATCH) In the night's final match, Ric Flair put his title on the line against Randy Savage. The two competitors engaged in an intense affair that saw both men trade blows and near-falls. In the end, Flair's cunning and experience allowed him to retain his title, securing a hard-fought victory.

FINAL THOUGHTS In conclusion, WCW's "World Cup of Wrestling" was an unforgettable evening of professional wrestling, featuring some of the world's top talent. With a packed house of enthusiastic fans and a star-studded lineup, this event will be remembered for years to come as one of the greatest pay-per-view events in recent memory.

ZOHASH.COM SCORECARD

  • Match 1: Jushin Thunder Liger vs. Chris Benoit - 4/5
  • Match 2: Koji Kanemoto vs. Alex Wright - 4.5/5
  • Match 3: Lex Luger vs. Masahiro Chono - 3.5/5
  • Match 4: Johnny B. Badd vs. Masa Saito - 3/5
  • Match 5: Shinjiro Otani vs. Eddie Guerrero - 4/5
  • Match 6: Randy Savage vs. Tenzan - 4/5
  • Match 7: Sting vs. Kensuke Sasaki - 4/5
  • Main Event 1: Ric Flair vs. Lex Luger & Sting (Triangle Match) - 4.5/5
  • Main Event 2: Ric Flair vs. Randy Savage (World Heavyweight Title Match) - 5/5

TOTAL SCORE: 34/45

This event was an unforgettable experience, and we at ZOHASH.COM are honored to have been a part of it. For more information on this event and other professional wrestling news, be sure to check out our website at zohash.com!


Card Details

  • Date: 27 Dec 1995
  • Promotion: World Championship Wrestling
  • Arena: Nashville Municipal Auditorium
  • Attendance: 8200
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 27 Dec 1995

Matches

  1. Jushin Thunder Liger defeat Chris Benoit in a World Cup Of Wrestling Match #1
    Match Time: 10:29

  2. Koji Kanemoto(C) defeat Alex Wright in a IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title World Cup Of Wrestling #2 Match
    Match Time: 11:30

  3. Lex Luger defeat Masahiro Chono in a World Cup Of Wrestling Match #3
    Match Time: 06:41

  4. Johnny B. Badd defeat Masa Saito in a World Cup Of Wrestling Match #4
    Match Time: 05:52

  5. Shinjiro Otani defeat Eddie Guerrero in a World Cup Of Wrestling Match #5
    Match Time: 13:43

  6. Randy Savage defeat Tenzan in a World Cup Of Wrestling Match #6
    Match Time: 06:55

  7. Sting defeat Kensuke Sasaki in a World Cup Of Wrestling Match #7
    Match Time: 06:52

  8. Ric Flair defeat Lex Luger and Sting in a World Heavyweight Title #1 Contendership Triangle Match
    Match Time: 28:03

  9. Ric Flair(C) defeat Randy Savage in a World Heavyweight Title Match