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- Tails Azimuth
WWF In Your House: UK Rampage
NEC Arena, Birmingham, West Midlands, England - September 20, 1997
Attendance: 11,000
Broadcast Type: Taped Pay-Per-View Event
In what was a highly anticipated event, the World Wrestling Federation brought its "UK Rampage" pay-per-view spectacle to the NEC Arena in Birmingham, England. The sold-out crowd of 11,000 fans witnessed eight matches that showcased some of the WWF's top talent.
Match #1: Hunter Hearst Helmsley vs. Dude Love
Hunter Hearst Helmsley made a statement in his singles match against Dude Love, defeating the fan favorite via pinfall in an impressive 12:51 time frame. The former Goldust was relentless in his attack on Love's arm, eventually leading to the submission victory.
Match #2: Tiger Ali Singh vs. Leif Cassidy
Tiger Ali Singh got his first win under the WWF banner by defeating Leif Cassidy in just 4:06 minutes of action. The Indian superstar showcased his impressive athleticism and agility, securing the pin after a series of high-flying moves.
Match #3: WWF World Tag Team Title Match - The Head Bangers vs. Los Boricuas
The Head Bangers (Mosh and Thrasher) successfully defended their WWF World Tag Team Titles against Los Boricuas (Miguel Perez and Savio Vega). The match featured a series of high-flying moves and intense tag team action, ultimately ending with Mosh securing the pin in 13:34 minutes.
Match #4: Flash Funk vs. The Patriot
The Patriot continued his winning streak by defeating Flash Funk via pinfall in an evenly matched 8:47 minute contest. Funk's aerial assault was met with equal force from the American hero, who capitalized on a mistake to secure the win.
Match #5: The Legion of Doom vs. The Godwinns
The Legion of Doom (Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk) dominated their opponents in this tag team match, defeating The Godwinns (Henry O. Godwinn and Phineas I. Godwinn) in a thrilling 10:42 minutes of action. The LoD's signature power moves led to the decisive victory.
Match #6: Owen Hart vs. Vader
In a highly competitive singles match, Vader emerged victorious over Owen Hart via pinfall in an intense 12:14 minute battle. Vader's sheer strength and power proved too much for the cerebral assassin, who was forced to submit.
Main Event: WWE Title Match - Bret Hart vs. The Undertaker
The main event saw WWF Champion Bret Hart defend his title against The Undertaker in a hard-hitting match that lasted 28:35 minutes. Both competitors gave it their all, with neither able to gain a clear advantage until the final moments. In a stunning turn of events, Bret managed to escape the Tombstone Piledriver and countered with a sharpshooter submission hold, forcing 'Taker to tap out.
Main Event 2: WWE European Title Match - Shawn Michaels vs. The British Bulldog
The second main event saw WWF European Champion Shawn Michaels successfully defend his title against The British Bulldog in an electrifying match that showcased both competitors' technical prowess and athleticism. Michaels' aerial assault and signature moves proved too much for the Bulldog, who was forced to submit to the sweet chin music in a thrilling 14:25 minutes of action.
Overall, "UK Rampage" was a highly entertaining event that featured a mix of high-flying action, intense brawling, and technical grappling. Fans were treated to some outstanding matches, with Bret Hart's title defense against The Undertaker serving as the highlight of the evening.
Card Details
- Date: 20 Sep 1997
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: NEC Arena
- Attendance: 11000
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Taped
Matches
Hunter Hearst Helmsley defeat Dude Love in a Singles Match
Match Time: 12:51Tiger Ali Singh defeat Leif Cassidy in a Singles Match
Match Time: 04:06The Head Bangers (Mosh and Thrasher)
(C)defeat Los Boricuas (Miguel Perez and Savio Vega) in a WWF World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 13:34The Patriot defeat Flash Funk in a Singles Match
Match Time: 08:47The Legion Of Doom (Road Warrior Animal and Road Warrior Hawk) defeat The Godwinns (Henry O. Godwinn and Phineas I. Godwinn) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 10:42Bret Hart
(C)defeat The Undertaker in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 28:35Shawn Michaels
(C)defeat The British Bulldog in a WWE European Title Match