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WWF King Of The Ring 1996

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Zoha's Wrestling Report

King of the Ring 1996: A Night to Remember

The Mecca Arena in Milwaukee, Wisconsin was electric on June 23rd as World Wrestling Entertainment brought their flagship event, King of the Ring 1996, to the masses via Pay Per View. The packed house of 8,762 fans witnessed a night of high-flying action, intense rivalries, and championship gold on the line.

The Undercard: A Preview of Things to Come

The evening kicked off with an exciting Free For All Tag Team Match between The Body Donnas (Skip and Zip) and The New Rockers (Leif Cassidy and Marty Jannetty). In a thrilling contest that lasted 8 minutes and 6 seconds, the former tag team champions emerged victorious, sending a statement to the tag team division.

Next up was the first King of the Ring semi-final match, pitting Steve Austin against Marc Mero. The Texas Rattlesnake proved why he's a fan favorite, outlasting his opponent with a dominant performance that lasted 16 minutes and 49 seconds.

Jake "The Snake" Roberts then took on Vader in another intense semifinal bout. In a match that showcased both men's grappling prowess, Roberts managed to overcome the massive Vader in just 3 minutes and 34 seconds.

Tag Team Chaos

The tag team scene was set ablaze when The Smoking Gunns (Bart Gunn and Billy Gunn) successfully defended their WWF World Tag Team Titles against The Godwinns (Henry O. Godwinn and Phineas I. Godwinn). This hard-hitting contest lasted 10 minutes and 10 seconds, cementing the Gunns' status as top contenders.

Ultimate Warrior's Triumphant Return

In a match that was equal parts nostalgia trip and intense competition, The Ultimate Warrior made his highly anticipated return to WWE by defeating Jerry Lawler. This brief yet thrilling encounter clocked in at just 3 minutes and 50 seconds.

The main event of the evening saw Mankind face off against The Undertaker. In a battle for the ages, these two hard-hitting competitors clashed in an 18-minute and 21-second war that left both men reeling.

Championship Gold

In what proved to be the match of the night, Ahmed Johnson successfully defended his WWE Intercontinental Title against Goldust. This intense contest showcased the skills of both competitors, ultimately ending with Johnson's arm raised high in victory.

The evening culminated with Steve Austin and Jake Roberts facing off in the King of the Ring final. In a thrilling match that lasted 4 minutes and 28 seconds, Austin emerged victorious to claim the coveted title.

Finally, WWE Champion Shawn Michaels put his title on the line against The British Bulldog, accompanied by special outside referee Mr. Perfect. This epic encounter lasted an impressive 26 minutes and 25 seconds, with Michaels emerging triumphant to retain his championship reign.

In conclusion, King of the Ring 1996 was a night to remember for wrestling fans everywhere. With its blend of high-stakes matches, intense rivalries, and championship gold on the line, this event will be etched in the memories of those who witnessed it for years to come. Zoha's Wrestling Report gives it two thumbs up!

Card Details

  • Date: 23 Jun 1996
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: Mecca Arena
  • Attendance: 8762
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 23 Jun 1996

Matches

  1. The Body Donnas (Skip and Zip) defeat The New Rockers (Leif Cassidy and Marty Jannetty) in a Free For All Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 08:06

  2. Steve Austin defeat Marc Mero in a King Of The Ring 1996 Semi Final Match
    Match Time: 16:49

  3. Jake Roberts defeat Vader in a King Of The Ring 1996 Semi Final Match
    Match Time: 03:34

  4. The Smoking Gunns (Bart Gunn and Billy Gunn)(C) defeat The Godwinns (Henry O. Godwinn and Phineas I. Godwinn) in a WWF World Tag Team Title Match
    Match Time: 10:10

  5. The Ultimate Warrior defeat Jerry Lawler in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 03:50

  6. Mankind defeat The Undertaker in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 18:21

  7. Ahmed Johnson(C) defeat Goldust in a WWE Intercontinental Title Match

  8. Steve Austin defeat Jake Roberts in a King Of The Ring 1996 Final Match
    Match Time: 04:28

  9. Shawn Michaels(C) defeat The British Bulldog in a WWE Title Match (Special Outside Referee: Mr. Perfect)
    Match Time: 26:25

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