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WWF Pay Per View: A Night to Remember in Richmond
May 11th, 1997 will go down in the annals of professional wrestling history as a night that will be etched in the memories of fans for years to come. The WWF's latest pay-per-view extravaganza, held at the Richmond Coliseum in Virginia, USA, did not disappoint.
The evening kicked off with a frenetic Free For All Match between Rockabilly and Jesse Jammes. In a bout that was over all too soon, Rockabilly emerged victorious, securing the win in just 3 minutes and 36 seconds.
Next up were Hunter Hearst Helmsley and Flash Funk, who clashed in a singles match that showcased the athleticism of both competitors. In the end, it was Helmsley's cunning and agility that proved too much for Funk, as he emerged triumphant after a grueling 10 minutes and 5 seconds.
The action then shifted to the ring where Mankind and Rocky Maivia were engaged in a thrilling singles match. The crowd was on the edge of their seats as these two fan favorites traded moves, but ultimately it was Mankind's determination that paid off, with him securing the win in an impressive 8 minutes and 46 seconds.
The Nation Of Domination (Crush, Faarooq and Savio Vega) then took to the ring, looking to make a statement by taking down Ahmed Johnson in a Three On One Gauntlet Match. While they started strong, Johnson's determination and sheer willpower ultimately saw him emerge victorious after a 13 minutes and 43 seconds of intense action.
The main event was saved for last, with Ken Shamrock and Vader locking horns in a No Holds Barred Match that had the crowd on its feet from start to finish. In the end, it was Shamrock's cunning and strategic thinking that allowed him to secure the win, with the match lasting an impressive 13 minutes and 21 seconds.
But the night truly belonged to The Undertaker, who faced off against Steve Austin in a WWE Title Match for the ages. These two bitter rivals have been locked in a fierce feud for months now, and it was clear that this would be no ordinary bout. In the end, Taker's sheer power and determination proved too much for Austin, with him retaining his title after an epic 20 minutes and 6 seconds.
As the dust settled on another unforgettable night of WWF action, fans were left in awe of what they had just witnessed. With a star-studded card that featured some of the biggest names in professional wrestling, it's little wonder that this pay-per-view event will be remembered for years to come.
Zohash.com Rating: 4.5/5
Recommendation: If you're a fan of professional wrestling, do yourself a favor and seek out a recording of this event. It's an absolute must-see.
Card Details
- Date: 11 May 1997
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Richmond Coliseum
- Attendance: 9381
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 11 May 1997
Matches
Rockabilly defeat Jesse Jammes in a Free For All Match
Match Time: 03:36Hunter Hearst Helmsley defeat Flash Funk in a Singles Match
Match Time: 10:05Mankind defeat Rocky Maivia in a Singles Match
Match Time: 08:46The Nation Of Domination (Crush, Faarooq and Savio Vega) defeat Ahmed Johnson in a Three On One Gauntlet Match
Match Time: 13:43Ken Shamrock defeat Vader in a No Holds Barred Match
Match Time: 13:21The Undertaker
(C)
defeat Steve Austin in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 20:06