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WWF WrestleMania XIV Report

April 26th, 1998 - Greensboro Colosseum, North Carolina

The stage was set for the WWF's latest Pay Per View extravaganza, WrestleMania XIV, as a packed Greensboro Colosseum crowd of 21,427 witnessed an unforgettable evening of professional wrestling. The event featured six matches, each delivering its own share of excitement and drama.

Six-Man Tag Team Match Faarooq, Ken Shamrock, and Steve Blackman proved too much for The Nation (D-Lo Brown, Mark Henry, and The Rock) in the opening contest. Despite being a man down, the trio of babyfaces managed to eke out a 13:07 victory.

WWE European Title Chyna In A Cage Over The Ring Match Triple H's relentless assault on Owen Hart culminated in a submission victory via Pedigree at 12:38. The action was intense, with both men trading near-falls and showing a deep understanding of each other's styles.

NWA World Tag Team Title Match The Midnight Express (Bodacious Bart and Bombastic Bob) successfully defended their titles against the Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson) in a high-energy 7:20 encounter. The challengers' aerial assault was met with equal tenacity from the champions, leading to an ultimately decisive win.

Evening Gown Match Luna's surprise pinfall over Sable at 2:35 marked a thrilling upset in the evening gown match. The crowd went wild as Luna celebrated her unexpected victory, while Sable could only shake her head in dismay.

WWF World Tag Team Title Match The New Age Outlaws (Billy Gunn and Road Dogg) successfully retained their titles against LOD 2000 (Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk), emerging victorious after a 12:13 contest. The veteran tag team's experience was no match for the cunning, high-flying tactics employed by the champions.

Inferno Match The Undertaker faced off against Kane in an Inferno Match that will be remembered for years to come. As the clock struck 15:57, Taker had successfully navigated the ring of fire, leaving his brother in a smoldering heap. The Deadman's victory was a testament to his unyielding determination.

WWE Title Match In the main event, Dude Love faced off against Steve Austin for the WWE Championship. In an 18:52 battle that had everything, including near-falls, chair shots, and even a brief moment of tenderness between the combatants, Love ultimately emerged victorious via roll-up. The win marked a new chapter in the enigmatic superstar's career.

Final Thoughts

WrestleMania XIV was an unforgettable event that delivered on its promise of high-stakes action and drama. With six matches featuring some of the WWF's top talent, fans were treated to a veritable feast of excitement. As we look back on this momentous occasion, it's clear that each bout played its part in shaping the landscape of professional wrestling.

Rating: 4.5/5

Recommendation: If you're a fan of professional wrestling, or simply looking for an entertaining night of action and suspense, WrestleMania XIV is an absolute must-see.

Card Details

Date: 26 Apr 1998
Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
Arena: Greensboro Colosseum
Attendance: 21427
Type: Pay Per View
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 26 Apr 1998

Matches

Faarooq, Ken Shamrock and Steve Blackman defeat The Nation (D-Lo Brown, Mark Henry and The Rock) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 13:07
Triple H(C) defeat Owen Hart in a WWE European Title Chyna In A Cage Over The Ring Match
Match Time: 12:38
The Midnight Express (Bodacious Bart and Bombastic Bob)(C) defeat The Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson) in a NWA World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 07:20
Luna defeat Sable in a Evening Gown Match
Match Time: 02:35
The New Age Outlaws (Billy Gunn and The Road Dogg)(C) defeat LOD 2000 (Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk) in a WWF World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 12:13
The Undertaker defeat Kane in a Inferno Match
Match Time: 15:57
Dude Love(C) defeat Steve Austin in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 18:52