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WWF In Your House 10: Mind Games
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- Tails Azimuth
WWE In Your House Report
September 22, 1996 - CoreStates Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
A sold-out crowd of 15,000 fans packed the CoreStates Center in Philadelphia for WWE's In Your House pay-per-view event. The card featured a mix of high-stakes matches and wild brawls, with some unforgettable moments that will be etched in wrestling lore.
Match 1: Free For All Match - Savio Vega vs. Marty Jannetty
The action began with a spirited Free For All Match between Savio Vega and Marty Jannetty. The two competitors traded blows and showed no signs of letting up, with Vega ultimately emerging victorious at the 5:22 mark.
Match 2: Caribbean Strap Match - Savio Vega vs. Justin Bradshaw
Vega didn't get much rest, as he stepped into the ring once more for a Caribbean Strap Match against Justin Bradshaw. This bout was marked by intense physicality and some brutal punishment dished out to both competitors. In the end, Vega managed to secure the win at 7:09.
Match 3: Singles Match - Jose Lothario vs. Jim Cornette
The third match of the evening saw Jose Lothario take on Jim Cornette in a singles bout. The crowd was fully engaged as Lothario dominated the action, ultimately pinning Cornette in just 57 seconds.
Match 4: WWF World Tag Team Title Match - Owen Hart & The British Bulldog vs. The Smoking Gunns
Next up were the tag team champions, Owen Hart and The British Bulldog, who put their titles on the line against The Smoking Gunns. This match featured a healthy dose of high-flying action and technical grappling, with Hart and Bulldog retaining their championships.
Match 5: Singles Match - Mark Henry vs. Jerry Lawler
Mark Henry made his presence known in this singles match against Jerry Lawler. Both men gave it their all, but Henry's sheer power proved too much for the veteran Lawler, who submitted at 5:13.
Match 6: Final Curtain Match - The Undertaker vs. Goldust
The main event featured two of WWE's biggest stars in a thrilling Final Curtain Match between The Undertaker and Goldust. This bout was marked by some incredible near-falls and a strong sense of urgency, as both competitors left everything they had in the ring. In the end, The Undertaker emerged victorious at 10:23.
Match 7: WWE Title Match - Shawn Michaels vs. Mankind
The evening's main event saw WWE Champion Shawn Michaels put his title on the line against challenger Mankind. This was a true clash of styles, with Michaels' high-flying antics pitted against Mankind's rugged, hard-hitting approach. The match featured some breathtaking moments, including an unforgettable top-rope dive from Mankind. In the end, Michaels managed to retain his championship at 26:25.
Overall, WWE In Your House was a true spectacle that left fans in attendance and watching at home eager for more. With so many memorable moments and thrilling matches, this event is sure to be remembered as one of the best of 1996.
Card Details
- Date: 22 Sep 1996
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: CoreStates Center
- Attendance: 15000
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 22 Sep 1996
Matches
Savio Vega defeat Marty Jannetty in a Free For All Match
Match Time: 05:22Savio Vega defeat Justin Bradshaw in a Caribbean Strap Match
Match Time: 07:09Jose Lothario defeat Jim Cornette in a Singles Match
Match Time: 00:57Owen Hart and The British Bulldog
(C)
defeat The Smoking Gunns in a WWF World Tag Team Title MatchMark Henry defeat Jerry Lawler in a Singles Match
Match Time: 05:13The Undertaker defeat Goldust in a Final Curtain Match
Match Time: 10:23Shawn Michaels
(C)
defeat Mankind in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 26:25