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WWF WrestleMania II - "What The World Is Coming To" (Halle 1)
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- Tails Azimuth
WrestleMania II: A Night to Remember at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
Uniondale, New York - April 7, 1986 - The Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum played host to the biggest event in professional wrestling, WrestleMania II, and what a night it was! The packed arena of 16,585 enthusiastic fans witnessed some of the most thrilling matches in recent memory.
The evening kicked off with Paul Orndorff facing off against the formidable Magnificent Muraco. In a hard-hitting affair that showcased both competitors' technical prowess, Orndorff emerged victorious via double count out after just 4 minutes and 10 seconds of action. A solid start to the night's proceedings.
Next up, the Macho Man Randy Savage put his WWE Intercontinental Title on the line against George Steele. This bout was an absolute barnburner, with both men giving it their all in a spirited contest that lasted an impressive 5 minutes and 10 seconds. In the end, Savage retained his title, much to the delight of the Uniondale faithful.
Jake "The Snake" Roberts then took center stage against George Wells in a singles match. Roberts' quickness and cunning proved too much for Wells, as he dispatched his opponent in just 3 minutes and 15 seconds with a vicious DDT.
The main event pitted Mr. T, the charismatic celebrity guest star, against the one and only Roddy Piper in a unique boxing match. With legendary judges Cab Calloway, Darryl Dawkins, and G. Gordon Liddy keeping score, this battle of the fists was an absolute thrill ride from start to finish. In the end, Mr. T's superior conditioning and punching power earned him the win, much to the delight of the crowd.
All in all, WrestleMania II delivered on its promise of delivering a night to remember. Each match featured its own unique blend of drama, excitement, and athleticism, making this event one for the ages.
Match Ratings:
- Orndorff vs. Muraco (7/10)
- Savage vs. Steele (8.5/10)
- Roberts vs. Wells (6.5/10)
- Mr. T vs. Piper (9.5/10)
Overall Event Rating: 8.5/10
That's my report from the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, folks! WrestleMania II was an unforgettable experience that left everyone in attendance and watching at home eager for more.
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Card Details
- Date: 07 Apr 1986
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum
- Attendance: 16585
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 07 Apr 1986
Matches
Paul Orndorff Double Count Out The Magnificent Muraco in a Singles Match
Match Time: 04:10Randy Savage
(C)
defeat George Steele in a WWE Intercontinental Title Match
Match Time: 05:10Jake Roberts defeat George Wells in a Singles Match
Match Time: 03:15Mr. T defeat Roddy Piper in a Boxing Match (Judges: Cab Calloway, Darryl Dawkins & G. Gordon Liddy)
Match Time: 10:15