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WWF WrestleMania IX - "The Biggest Stars In The World Are Coming To Las Vegas!"
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WrestleMania IX Report
Las Vegas, Nevada - April 4, 1993
Caesars Palace played host to the ninth annual WrestleMania extravaganza, and what a show it was! The sold-out crowd of 15,045 witnessed a thrilling evening of action-packed matches that will be remembered for years to come.
Pre-Show Action
The night kicked off with El Matador taking on Papa Shango in a pre-show match. El Matador's high-flying moves and aggressive style proved too much for the veteran Papa Shango, as he picked up the win in just 7:37.
Intercontinental Title Match
Shawn Michaels put his WWE Intercontinental Title on the line against Tatanka, but it was the challenger who left with the gold. Tatanka's impressive powerbombs and submissions were too much for HBK, as he secured a 18:13 victory to become the new champion.
Tag Team Action
The Steiner Brothers (Rick and Scott) looked sharp in their tag team match against The Headshrinkers (Fatu and Samu). In the end, it was Rick's Frankensteiner that sealed the deal for the Steiners, who took home the win in 14:22.
Crush vs. Doink
In a bizarre encounter, Crush found himself on the wrong end of Doink's antics. The creepy clown used his cunning and quickness to outmaneuver Crush, securing an 8:28 victory.
Razor Ramon vs. Bob Backlund
Razor Ramon made quick work of Bob Backlund, finishing him off with a Razor's Edge in just 3:45.
WWF World Tag Team Title Match
Money Inc. (Irwin R. Schyster and Ted DiBiase) successfully defended their WWF World Tag Team Titles against The Mega Maniacs. The cunning duo used their experience to outsmart their opponents, retaining the gold in 18:27.
Lex Luger vs. Mr. Perfect
In a highly anticipated match, Lex Luger faced off against Mr. Perfect. In the end, it was Luger's power and aggression that proved too much for the veteran Perfect, as he picked up the win in 10:56.
Giant Gonzalez vs. The Undertaker
The Deadman looked to continue his winning streak against Giant Gonzalez. Despite Gonzalez's size advantage, Taker used his experience and cunning to outmaneuver the giant, securing a 7:33 victory.
WWE Title Match
Yokozuna put his WWE Championship on the line against Bret Hart, but it was Hart who came up short. Yokozuna's sheer power proved too much for The Excellence of Execution, as he took home the win to retain the title.
Main Event
In an instant classic, Hulk Hogan faced off against Yokozuna in a bid to reclaim his WWE Championship. In a back-and-forth match that had the crowd on their feet, Hogan managed to overcome Yokozuna's size and power to secure a thrilling victory. The Hulkster's third WWE Title reign was cemented, as he celebrated with the adoring crowd.
That's all for this year's WrestleMania IX. Until next time, when the world will be watching... [The camera cuts off]
Report by Jonathan Wilson for zohash.com
Card Details
- Date: 04 Apr 1993
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Caesars Palace
- Attendance: 15045
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 04 Apr 1993
Matches
El Matador defeat Papa Shango in a Pre-Show Match
Match Time: 07:37Tatanka
(C)
defeat Shawn Michaels in a WWE Intercontinental Title Match
Match Time: 18:13The Steiner Brothers (Rick Steiner and Scott Steiner) defeat The Headshrinkers (Fatu and Samu) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 14:22Razor Ramon defeat Bob Backlund in a Singles Match
Match Time: 03:45Money Inc. (Irwin R. Schyster and Ted DiBiase)
(C)
defeat The Mega Maniacs in a WWF World Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 18:27Lex Luger defeat Mr. Perfect in a Singles Match
Match Time: 10:56The Undertaker defeat Giant Gonzalez in a Singles Match
Match Time: 07:33Hulk Hogan
(C)
defeat Yokozuna in a WWE Title Match