Episode 168 - Wrestling Challenge - August 19th

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge':

Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan were on commentary.

"Cowboy" Bob Orton (with Mr. Fuji) pinned Reno Riggins.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed Jimmy Hart & The Honky Tonk Man, who spoke about Jake "The Snake" Roberts.

"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan pinned Tiger Chung Lee. During the match, it was announced Duggan will face One Man Gang at 'SummerSlam'. Slick (with One Man Gang) cut an inset promo, during the match.

There was a recap of King Kong Bundy's attack on Big John Studd, at 'Saturday Night's Main Event', last Saturday night.

"Outlaw" Ron Bass pinned Duane Gill.

There was a recap from last week's 'Superstars', of "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), onstage with Craig DeGeorge, revealing a deal with Andre The Giant & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, for Andre to be in DiBiase's corner at 'SummerSlam'.

Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) defeated Rusty Brooks & Terry Gibbs, when Warlord pinned Brooks. During the match, The New Dream Team (Greg "The Hammer" Valentine & Dino Bravo) & Jimmy Hart cut an inset promo, on the Powers of Pain.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, reacted to Andre The Giant being in "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase's corner, and revealed that he will also have someone in is corner, who's identity will be revealed tomorrow, on 'Superstars'. The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) spoke about WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash). Big John Studd spoke about King Kong Bundy. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat v "Adorable" Adrian Adonis was announced for the show. Adonis spoke about Steamboat.

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat pinned The Brooklyn Brawler.

Next week - Koko B. Ware v "The Natural" Butch Reed, and Mike Rotunda v "Adorable" Adrian Adonis.

Episode 167 - Saturday Night's Main Event - August 15th

 

Results from 'Saturday Night's Main Event', on NBC:

Vince McMahon & Jesse "The Body" Ventura were the commentary team.

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) spoke about WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan.

  WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan spoke about "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, Andre The Giant, and Virgil.

"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff pinned Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan).

There was a recap of Brutus "The Barber" Beefacke cutting up "Outlaw" Ron Bass's whip and hat, on last week's 'Superstars'.

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake and "Outlaw" Ron Bass were both counted out of the ring. Bass viciously beat Beefcake throughout the match, and afterwards Bass choked and dragged Beefcake with his whip, then sliced Beefcake's head open with his spurs. Several wrestlers rushed the ring, making the save.

 "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, who addressed what "Outlaw" Ron Bass just did to his friend, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, and spoke about "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, and Andre The Giant.

In a Non-Title Match, WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan pinned Virgil (with  "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase). During the match, Hogan assaulted DiBiase.

 There was an advert for 'SummerSlam', on pay-per-view, on Sunday, August 30th.

Big John Studd defeated "King" Harley Race (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan & King Kong Bundy), by disqualification, after Bundy attacked Studd, and delivered three Avalanche Splashes.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil & Andre The Giant), who spoke about WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed King Kong Bundy, who spoke about Big John Studd.

The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) defeated The Moondogs (Rex & Spot), when Dynamite Kid pinned Rex.

Episode 166 - Superstars - August 13th

 

This week on 'Superstars':

Vince McMahon & Jesse "The Body" Ventura were on commentary.

"Outlaw" Ron Bass pinned a Local Talent. After the match, Bass choked his opponent with his whip, Miss Betsy, and began to attack him with his spurs, but Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake made the save, and cut up Miss Betsy and Bass's hat.

In the 'Event Center', Sean Mooney detailed 'Saturday Night's Main Event', this Saturday night, on N.B.C. WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, spoke about "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase & Virgil. The SNME card in full is:

Hulk Hogan v Virgil

Big John Studd v "King" Harley Race

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake v "Outlaw" Ron Bass

"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff v Hercules

The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) v The Moondogs (Rex & Spot)

 Sam Houston pinned The Gladiator.

 There was a Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond) & Jimmy Hart promo, followed by a "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan promo.

The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart) pinned Bill Mulkey.

Onstage with Craig DeGeorge, "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) revealed he has purchased Andre The Giant from Bobby "The Brain" Heenan. Andre will be in DiBiase's corner as he challenges WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, at 'SummerSlam', on August 30th. Andre vowed to deliver the WWF Championship to DiBiase.

The Young Stallions (Paul Roma & Jim Powers) defeated The Nightmares, when Roma pinned Nightmare #2.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) spoke about "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff. Big John Studd spoke about King Kong Bundy & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan. The Hart Foundation (Bret "Hitman" Hart & Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart) will face The Islanders (Haku & Tama). The Hart Foundation spoke about the match.

Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka pinned "Iron" Mike Sharpe.

Next week -  WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash), and WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude.

Episode 165 - Wrestling Challenge - August 12th

 

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge':

Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan were on commentary.

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake defeated a Local Talent, by submission, with the Sleeper. After the match, Beefcake trimmed his opponent's hair.

In the 'Event Center', Sean Mooney detailed 'Saturday Night's Main Event', coming up this Saturday night on N.B.C. WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, will face Virgil, in a Non-Title Match. "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) spoke about Hulk Hogan. The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) will meet The Moondogs (Rex & Spot). Ken Resnick interviewed "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, who spoke about WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, and Hercules.

"The Rebel" Dick Slater pinned Barry O.

In 'The Snake Pit', Jake "The Snake" Roberts addressed The Honky Tonk Man, and last week's attack, and said he will see The Honky Tonk Man at 'SummerSlam'.

"Adorable" Adrian Adonis (with Jimmy Hart) pinned Jake Milliman.

There was a video package on "The Natural" Butch Reed, followed by a video package on Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka.

Koko B. Ware pinned Gary Royal.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. Junkyard Dog spoke about "The Natural" Butch Reed. From Sunset Beach, Hawaii, The Magnificent Muraco spoke about Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka. Jake "The Snake" Roberts will meet The Honky Tonk Man.

Strike Force (Rick Martel & Tito Santana) defeated Goldie Rogers & Charlie Fulton, when Rogers submitted to Martel's Boston Crab.

Episode 164 - Superstars - August 6th

 

Results from this week's 'Superstars':

Vince McMahon & Jesse "The Body" Ventura were on commentary.

Mike Rotunda pinned The Gladiator.

In the 'Event Center', Sean Mooney detailed 'Saturday Night's Main Event', on N.B.C., on Saturday, August 15th. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake spoke about "Outlaw" Ron Bass. "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff v Hercules was announced. Hercules spoke about the match.

"King" Harley Race & Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) defeated George South & Rocky King, when Race pinned South.

There was a recap from last night's 'Wrestling Challenge', when The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart) attacked Jake "The Snake" Roberts, on 'The Snake Pit'. Roberts will speak about it on next week's 'Wrestling Challenge'.

The Magnificent Muraco (with Mr. Fuji) pinned David Haskins.

There was an advert for 'SummerSlam', followed by an advert for the August issue of WWF Magazine.

The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell) defeated Jose Estrada & Jose Luis Rivera, when Brunzell pinned Estrada.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) spoke about WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, and said he will reveal his insurance policy next week. Junkyard Dog v "The Natural" Butch Reed was announced for the show. Craig DeGeorge interviewed Slick (with Reed).

"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff pinned Black Bart. During the match, WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan appeared onstage, and Rude posed. After the match, Orndorff posed towards Rude.

Episode 163 - Wrestling Challenge - August 5th

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge':

Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan were on commentary.

Nikolai Volkoff (with Slick) pinned Don Kernodle.

In the 'Event Center', Sean Mooney detailed 'Saturday Night's Main Event', on N.B.C. on Saturday, August 15th. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake will face "Outlaw" Ron Bass. Bass spoke about the match.

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake defeated Tiger Chung Lee, by submission, with the Sleeper.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, spoke about "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase. The Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) will face The New Dream Team (Greg "The Hammer" Valentine & Dino Bravo). Jimmy Hart (with The New Dream Team) spoke about the Powers of Pain. Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka v The Magnificent Muraco was announced.

The Bushwhackers (Luke & Butch) defeated Barry O & Gary Royal, when Butch pinned Royal.

In 'The Snake Pit', with Jake "The Snake" Roberts, the guests were The Honky Tonk Man & Jimmy Hart. HTM wanted to sing a song, but Roberts mocked him. HTM & Hart seemingly stormed off, but crept around behind Roberts, and HTM smashed Roberts over the head with his guitar.

"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan pinned Terry Gibbs.

There was an advert for the August issue of WWF Magazine, followed by an advert for 'SummerSlam'.

The New Dream Team (Greg "The Hammer" Valentine & Dino Bravo, with Jimmy Hart), defeated S.D. Jones & "Pistol" Pez Whatley, when Bravo pinned Jones.

Episode 162 - Superstars - July 30th

 

This week on 'Superstars':

Vince McMahon & Jesse "The Body" Ventura were on commentary.

One Man Gang & "The Natural" Butch Reed (with Slick) defeated The Mulkey Bros. (Bill & Randy), when Gang got the pin.

The fans were asked if WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, was right not to sell out to "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase.

"Leaping" Lanny Poffo pinned Barry O.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed 'Saturday Night's Main Event', on N.B.C. on Saturday, August 15th. Bobby "The Brain" Heenan (with "King" Harley Race) spoke about Big John Studd.

"Outlaw" Ron Bass pinned George South.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. Bobby "The Brain" Heenan (with WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude) spoke about "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff.

Junkyard Dog pinned "Playboy" Buddy Rose.

Onstage, Craig DeGeorge interviewed "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), who addressed WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan's refusal to sell him the WWF Championship, and promised he has an insurance policy, heading into 'SummerSlam'.

There was an advert for 'SummerSlam', followed by an advert for the August issue of WWF Magazine.

Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) defeated The Shadows, when Warlord got the pin.

Episode 161 - Wrestling Challenge - July 29th

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge':

Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan were on commentary.

 The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart) pinned Billy Travis.

 There was advert for the August issue of WWF Magazine, followed by an advert for 'SummerSlam'.

 Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka pinned The Gladiator.

 In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney announced 'Saturday Night's Main Event', on NBC, on Saturday, August 15th. Big John Studd v "King" Harley Race was announced for the show. Studd spoke about the match, and about his 'SummerSlam' match against King Kong Bundy.

The Hart Foundation (Bret "Hitman" Hart & Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart) defeated The Nightmares, when Neidhart got the pin following a Hart Attack.

 The was a recap of "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), onstage on the July 9th 'Superstars', offering to buy the World Wrestling Federation Championship from WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, followed by Hogan's response on last week's 'Superstars'.

 "Cowboy" Bob Orton (with Mr. Fuji) pinned Rocky King.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report', and announced that WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, will defend his Title against "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase. WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, will defend his Title against "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff. Orndorff spoke about the match.

Dynamite Kid pinned Shadow #1.

WWF Magazine - Year 2 - August

 

Episode 160 - Spectrum Wrestling - July 25th

 

Results from The Spectrum in Philadelphia:

Dick Graham and Craig DeGeorge were on commentary.

The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond, with Jimmy Hart) defeated The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell), when Jacques got the pin.

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake and Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) fought to a double countout.

The Islanders (Haku & Tama, with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) defeated Junkyard Dog & Koko B. Ware, when Haku pinned Koko.

Strike Force (Tito Santana & Rick Martel) defeated The Moondogs (Rex & Spot), when Santana pinned Rex.

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat pinned The Magnificent Muraco (with Mr. Fuji).

"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff won a Battle Royal, also featuring Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka, Mike Rotunda, "King" Harley Race, The Honky Tonk Man, "Cowboy" Bob Orton, "The Natural" Butch Reed, and "Outlaw" Ron Bass. Bass eliminated Race. Orndorff eliminated Rotunda. Orndorff eliminated HTM. Snuka eliminated Reed. Orndorff eliminated Orton. Bass eliminated Snuka. Orndorff eliminated Bass. Orndorff will now challenge for the WWF Intercontinental Championship, at SummerSlam, on August 30th.

WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) retained his Title by pinning "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan.

In a Six-Man Tag Team Match, WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, & The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) defeated Killer Khan & WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash), when Kid pinned Khan.

Episode 159 - Superstars - July 23rd

 

Results from this week's 'Superstars':

"The Rebel" Dick Slater pinned Terry Gibbs.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. Bobby "The Brain" Heenan (with King Kong Bundy) spoke about Big John Studd.

There was an advert for 'SummerSlam'.

The Brooklyn Brawler pinned Reno Riggins.

There was an advert for WWF LJN toys, followed by an advert for 'SummerSlam'.

The Young Stallions (Paul Roma & Jim Powers) defeated Barry O & Gary Royal, when Roma pinned Barry O.

Onstage with Craig DeGeorge, WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, addressed "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase's offer to buy the WWF Championship. Hogan said the answer is a resounding "no".

Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned Don Kernodle.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed this Saturday night's show in the Philadelphia Spectrum. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid). Craig DeGeorge interviewed "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. Ken Resnick interviewed "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff. The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond) spoke about The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell), and The Killer Bees spoke about The Rougeaus.

The Spectrum card in full is:

SIX-MAN TAG TEAM MATCH:

Hulk Hogan & The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) v Killer Khan & Demolition (Ax & Smash)

WWF INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP:

(c) "Ravishing" Rick Rude (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) v "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan

WWF INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP #1 CONTENDER BATTLE ROYAL:

"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka, Mike Rotunda, "The Natural" Butch Reed, "King" Harley Race, The Honky Tonk Man, "Outlaw" Ron Bass, "Cowboy" Bob Orton

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat v The Magnificent Muraco (with Mr. Fuji)

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake v Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan)

Strike Force (Rick Martel & Tito Santana) v The Moondogs (Rex & Spot)

Junkyard Dog & Koko B. Ware v The Islanders (Haku & Tama, with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan)

The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell) v The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond, with Jimmy Hart)

"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan pinned Tiger Chung Lee.

Episode 158 - Wrestling Challenge - July 22nd

 

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge':

Davey Boy Smith pinned Shadow #2.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash) spoke about The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid). Big John Studd v King Kong Bundy was announced for the show.

King Kong Bundy (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned David Haskins.

In 'The Snake Pit', with Jake "The Snake" Roberts, the guest was The Honky Tonk Man. Things got tense between Jake & HTM.

The Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) defeated The Nightmares, by submission, to Barbarian's Claw Hold.

Onstage, Craig DeGeorge interviewed "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil). DiBiase bragged about buying the WWF Championship, from Hulk Hogan, and about buying the editor of WWF Magazine, and vowed to be the first Million Dollar Champion.

Greg "The Hammer" Valentine (with Jimmy Hart) defeated Rocky King, by submission, with the Figure Four Leg Lock.

In the Event Centre, Sean Mooney detailed this Saturday night's show in The Spectrum, in Philadelphia. "Cowboy" Bob Orton, and "The Natural" Butch Reed (with Slick), each spoke about the Intercontinental Championship Number 1 Contender Battle Royal. WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan), spoke about "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, and addressed the winner of the Battle Royal. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed The Magnificent Muraco, about Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake v Hercules, and The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell) v The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond) was announced for the show. The Killer Bees spoke about the match.

"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff pinned Moondog Rex.

Episode 157 - Superstars - July 16th

 

Results from this week's 'Superstars of Wrestling':

Nikolai Volkoff (with Slick) pinned Barry Hardy.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) spoke about challenging WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash).

Strike Force (Tito Santana & Rick Martel) defeated Jose Estrada & Jose Luis Rivera, when Santana pinned Rivera.

The WWF managers offered their opinions on "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase offering to buy the WWF Championship, from Hulk Hogan, including Jimmy Hart, Slick, and Mr. Fuji.

"The Natural" Butch Reed (with Slick) pinned Billy Travis.

Footage aired from this past weekend, when Craig DeGeorge approached WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, regarding "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase's offer to buy the WWF Championship. Hogan said he will address it next week.

"Cowboy" Bob Orton & The Magnificent Muraco (with Mr. Fuji) defeated George South & Rocky King, when South submitted to Muraco's Asiatic Spike.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed the upcoming card, in the Philadelphia Spectrum, on Saturday, July 25th. The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart), and "Outlaw" Ron Bass, each spoke about the Battle Royal, with the winner to challenge for the WWF Intercontinental Championship, at 'SummerSlam'. WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan spoke about "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. Announced for the show, Strike Force (Tito Santana & Rick Martel) v The Moondogs (Rex & Spot).

Bret "Hitman" Hart defeated "Playboy" Buddy Rose, by submission, with the Sharpshooter.

Next week - WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, will address "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase's offer to buy the WWF Championship.

Episode 156 - Wrestling Challenge - July 15th

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge':

The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart) pinned Rocky King.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund presented his 'SummerSlam Report'. WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash), will defend their Titles against The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid). There was a recap of Demolition defeating The British Bulldogs for the WWF Tag Team Championship, at 'WrestleMania'.

The Bushwhackers (Luke & Butch) defeated Jose Estrada & Jose Luis Rivera, when Butch pinned Rivera.

There was a recap from last week's 'Superstars', of "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), onstage with Craig DeGeorge, offering to buy the WWF Championship, from Hulk Hogan. DeGeorge spoke with WWF President, Jack Tunney, who said he is unsure if Hogan has received a formal offer from DiBiase, and he's also unsure of the WWF rules regarding such a transaction.

Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka pinned The Gladiator.

In 'The Snake Pit', with Jake "The Snake" Roberts, the guests were "The Natural" Butch Reed & Slick.

"Adorable" Adrian Adonis (with Jimmy Hart) defeated David Haskins, by submission, with Goodnight Irene.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed the upcoming show in the Philadelphia Spectrum, on Saturday, July 25th. In a Six-Man Tag Team Match, WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan & The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid) will face Killer Khan & WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash). There will a Battle Royal, with the winner to challenge for the WWF Intercontinental Title, at 'SummerSlam'.The participants are: "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka, "Outlaw" Ron Bass, "Cowboy" Bob Orton, "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, Mike Rotunda, The Honky Tonk Man, "King" Harley Race, and "The Natural" Butch Reed. WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, will defend his Title against "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. Gene Okerlund interviewed Duggan. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat will meet The Magnificent Muraco. There was a recap of Muraco & Mr. Fuji hanging Steamboat in The Spectrum, back on May 30th. Steamboat spoke about the match.

The Islanders (Haku & Tama, with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) defeated The Mulkey Brothers (Randy & Bill), when Tama got the pin.

Next week - "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff v Moondog Rex.

Episode 155 - Madison Square Garden - July 11th

 

Results from Madison Square Garden:

Gorilla Monsoon & Jesse "The Body" Ventura were on commentary.

"King" Harley Race (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned Don Kernodle.

The Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) defeated The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond, with Jimmy Hart), when Barbarian pinned Jacques.

"The Natural" Butch Reed (with Slick) pinned Mike Rotunda.

Sean Mooney interviewed WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, about his Title defense against Killer Khan, and about "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase's offer to buy the WWF Championship.

King Kong Bundy (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart.

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat & "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff defeated The Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton (with Mr. Fuji), when Orndorff pinned Orton.

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) pinned "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan.

WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash, with Mr. Fuji) retained their Titles by defeating The Moondogs (Rex & Spot), when Smash pinned Rex.

Gorilla Monsoon interviewed "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), who spoke about his victory over "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, and his quest to purchase the WWF Championship.

WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, retained his Title, when he pinned Killer Khan (with Mr. Fuji).

Episode 154 - Superstars - July 9th

 

Results from this week's 'Superstars':

Mike Rotunda spoke about challenging WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude.

WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) spoke about his Title defense against Mike Rotunda.

Vince McMahon & Jesse "The Body" Ventura were on commentary.

The Young Stallions (Paul Roma & Jim Powers) defeated Goldie Rogers & Charlie Fulton, when Roma pinned Fulton.

There was arena footage of "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), post-match, paying a young fan to kiss his bare foot.

Onstage with Craig DeGeorge, "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), said he is going to buy the WWF Championship from Hulk Hogan.

Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned Siva Afi.

There was an advert for the July issue of WWF Magazine.

There was an advert for 'SummerSlam'.

Killer Khan (with Mr. Fuji) pinned "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell.

There was a Bushwhackers (Luke & Butch) promo.

There was a Honky Tonk Man & Jimmy Hart promo.

The Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) defeated Barry O & Gary Royal, when Barbarian pinned Barry O.

In the Event Centre, Sean Mooney detailed this weekend's show, in Madison Square Garden. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, about his Title defense against Killer Khan. Ken Resnick interviewed "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff, about teaming with Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat against The Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton. Craig DeGeorge interviewed "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, about "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase. The MSG card in full is:

WWF CHAMPIONSHIP:

(c) Hulk Hogan v Killer Khan (with Mr. Fuji)

WWF TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS:

(c) Demolition (Ax & Smash, with Mr. Fuji) v The Moondogs (Rex & Spot)

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat & "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff v The Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton (with Mr. Fuji)

"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan v "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil)

Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart v King Kong Bundy (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan)

Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) v The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond, with Jimmy Hart)

Mike Rotunda v "The Natural" Butch Reed (with Slick)

Don Kernodle v "King" Harley Race (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan)

Mooney also detailed the upcoming show at The Spectrum, in Philadelphia, on Saturday, July 25th. There will be a 10 Man Battle Royal to determine the number one contender for the Intercontinental Championship.

WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) retained his Title when he pinned Mike Rotunda.

Episode 153 - Wrestling Challenge - July 8th

 

Results from this week's 'Wrestling Challenge':

Gorilla Monsoon & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan were on commentary.

Don Kernodle defeated "Iron" Mike Sharpe, by submission, with the Cobra Clutch. During the match it was announced that Kernodle will meet "King" Harley Race, this Saturday night, in Madison Square Garden.

In 'The Snake Pit', with Jake "The Snake" Roberts, the guests were "The Natural" Butch Reed & Slick.

"Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff pinned Gary Royal. During the match, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat cut an inset promo speaking about teaming with Orndorff to meet The Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton, this Saturday night, in Madison Square Garden.

There was an advert for the July issue of WWF Magazine, followed by an advert for 'SummerSlam'.

The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond, with Jimmy Hart) defeated Reno Riggins & Mario Mancini, when Raymond pinned Riggins.

There was a vignette on Killer Khan, narrated by Mr. Fuji.

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake defeated "Crippler" Rip Oliver, by submission, with the Sleeper.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed this Saturday's card in Madison Square Garden. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed Killer Khan & Mr. Fuji. Okerlund interviewed The Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton. The MSG Card in full is:

WWF CHAMPIONSHIP:

(c) Hulk Hogan v Killer Khan (with Mr. Fuji)

WWF TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS:

(c) Demolition (Ax & Smash, with Mr. Fuji) v The Moondogs (Rex & Spot)

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat & "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff v The Magnificent Muraco & "Cowboy" Bob Orton (with Mr. Fuji)

"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan v "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil)

Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart v King Kong Bundy (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan)

Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) v The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond, with Jimmy Hart)

Mike Rotunda v "The Natural" Butch Reed (with Slick)

Don Kernodle v "King" Harley Race (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan)

On Saturday night, July 25th, the WWF will return to The Spectrum, in Philadelphia. Mooney announced Junkyard Dog & Koko B. Ware v The Islanders (Haku & Tama) for the show.

"Hacksaw" Jim Duggan pinned The Brooklyn Brawler.

Episode 152 - Superstars - July 2nd

 

This week on 'Superstars':

Koko B. Ware pinned Goldie Rogers.

Recap of the 'King of The Ring' Tournament.

Onstage with Craig DeGeorge, "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), spoke about his 'King of The Ring' victory, said he wants the WWF Championship, and said that next week he would have a message for WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan.

Strike Force (Rick Martel & Tito Santana) defeated Barry O & Gary Royal, when Santana pinned Royal.

Recap of WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash) defeating The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell), at 'King of The Ring'.

Recap of WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, defeating "Macho Man" Randy Savage, at 'King of The Ring'.

"King" Harley Race (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned Siva Afi.

Recap of WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, defeating "Adorable" Adrian Adonis, at 'King of The Ring'.

WWF Magazine July issue advert.

'SummerSlam' advert.

The Moondogs (Rex & Spot) defeated Duane Gill & Jake Milliman, when Rex pinned Milliman.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed the Madison Square Garden show, coming up on Saturday, July 11th. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed Mr. Fuji, about Killer Khan's challenge of WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan. WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash), entered the frame, and spoke about The Moondogs (Rex & Spot).The Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) v The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond) was announced. Jimmy Hart (with The Fabulous Rougeau Bros.) spoke about The Powers of Pain.

Mike Rotunda pinned Tiger Chung Lee

Next week - The Powers of Pain, and WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, will defend his Title against Mike Rotunda. Rude spoke about the match.

Episode 151 - Wrestling Challenge - July 1st

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge':

"The Natural" Butch Reed (with Slick) pinned George South.

Recap of the 'King of The Ring' Tournament.

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) spoke about winning the 'King of The Ring' Tournament, and about how he wants the WWF Championship.

Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian) defeated "Playboy" Buddy Rose & "Crippler" Rip Oliver, when Barbarian pinned Rose.

Recap of WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash) defeating The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell), at 'King of The Ring'.

Recap of WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, defeating "Macho Man" Randy Savage, at 'King of The Ring'.

The New Dream Team (Greg "The Hammer" Valentine & Dino Bravo, with Jimmy Hart) defeated S.D. Jones & "Pistol" Pez Whatley, when Bravo pinned Whatley.

Recap of WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, defeating "Adorable" Adrian Adonis, at 'King of The Ring'.

WWF Magazine July issue advert.

'SummerSlam' advert.

Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart pinned Barry O.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed the Madison Square Garden show, coming up on Saturday, July 11th. WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, will defend his Title against Killer Khan. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed Hogan. WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash), will defend their Titles against The Moondogs (Rex & Spot). "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan will face "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase. Duggan spoke about the match.

Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat defeated "Cowboy" Bob Orton, by disqualification, when The Magnificent Muraco attacked Steamboat. "Mr. Wonderful" Paul Orndorff made the save for Steamboat, who was being attacked by both Muraco and Orton.

Episode 150 - King of The Ring - June 28th

 

Results from 'King of The Ring', live on pay-per-view, from Dayton, Ohio:

Gorilla Monsoon & Jesse "The Body" Ventura are on commentary.

In a 'King of The Ring' Quarter-Final Match, "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) pinned Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka.

Footage was aired from earlier in the night, when "Macho Man" Randy Savage was arriving at the arena, and was attacked by King Kong Bundy.

Recap of The Magnificent Muraco & Mr. Fuji hanging Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, in the Philadelphia Spectrum, on May 30th.

In a 'King of The Ring' Quarter-Final Match, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and The Magnificent Muraco were both eliminated from the tournament, when both were counted out. "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase advanced to the final after receiving a bye in the semi-finals. After the match, Muraco attacked Steamboat with a steel chair.

There was an advert for 'SummerSlam', on pay-per-view, on Sunday, August 30th.

In a 'King of The Ring' Quarter-Final Match, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan pinned The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart).

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase spoke about how he is going to win the 'King of The Ring' Tournament, and then the WWF Championship.

In a 'King of The Ring' Quarter-Final Match, Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake, after Hercules whipped Beefcake into a turnbuckle, which had been exposed by Heenan.

Strike Force (Rick Martel & Tito Santana) defeated The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond, with Jimmy Hart), when Santana pinned Raymond.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell) about their WWF Tag Team Championship Match against WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash).

In a 'King of The Ring' Semi-Final Match, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan pinned Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan), to advance to the final, where he will face "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase.

There was an advert for 'SummerSlam', on pay-per-view, on Sunday, August 30th.

WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan), retained his Title, when he defeated "Macho Man" Randy Savage (with Miss Elizabeth), when Savage was counted out after being piledriven by Rude on the arena floor.

Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed "Adorable" Adrian Adonis, about his WWF Championship Match with WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan.

In the 'King of The Ring' Final, "The Million" Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) won the 'King of The Ring' tournament, when he pinned "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. DiBiase's feet were on the ropes when he pinned Duggan.

Ken Resnick interviewed WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, about his Title defence against "Adorable" Adrian Adonis.

WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash, with Mr. Fuji) retained their Titles by defeating The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell), when Smash pinned Brunzell.

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) bragged about winning the 'King of The Ring' tournament, and vowed to become WWF Champion.

WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, retained his Title, when he pinned "Adorable" Adrian Adonis (with Jimmy Hart).

WWF Magazine - Year 2 - July

 

Episode 149 - Superstars - June 25th

 

This week on 'Superstars', days ahead of 'King of The Ring':

"Adorable" Adrian Adonis (with Jimmy Hart) defeated Jake Milliman, by submission, with Goodnight Irene.

"Lord" Alfred Hayes narrated a promotion for 'King of The Ring', live on pay-per-view, this Sunday. Jimmy Hart (with The Fabulous Rougeau Bros., Jacques & Raymond) spoke about Strike Force (Tito Santana & Rick Martel).

Killer Khan (with Mr. Fuji) pinned Don Kernodle.

"Lord" Alfred Hayes narrated a promotion for 'King of The Ring', live on pay-per-view, this Sunday. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed The Magnificent Muraco. Ken Resnick interviewed Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat.

Mike Rotunda pinned Nikolai Volkoff (with Slick).

The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart), "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, and "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), each spoke about 'King of The Ring'.

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) defeated Mario Mancini, by submission, with the Million Dollar Dream.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed the Madison Square Garden show, coming up on Saturday night, July 11th. "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed "The Natural" Butch Reed & Slick, about Reed's match with Mike Rotunda. Mooney announced that The Moondogs (Rex & Spot) will challenge the WWF Tag Team Champions.

The Mega-Powers (WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan & "Macho Man" Randy Savage, with Miss Elizabeth) defeated The Islanders (Haku & Tama, with WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude), by disqualification, when Rude got into a brawl with Savage. Rude fled, with Savage in pursuit, as Hogan brawled with The Islanders.

Episode 148 - Wrestling Challenge - June 24th

 

This week on 'Wrestling Challenge', days away from 'King of The Ring':

Tim Horner defeated "Playboy" Buddy Rose, by submission, with a Sleeper.

"Lord" Alfred Hayes advertised 'King of The Ring', this Sunday, on pay-per-view, specifically WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan v "Adorable" Adrian Adonis. Adonis and Hogan each spoke about the match.

Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake defeated Gary Royal, by submission, with a Sleeper.

"Lord" Alfred Hayes advertised 'King of The Ring', this Sunday, on pay-per-view, specifically WWF Tag Team Champions, Demolition (Ax & Smash) v The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell), and WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude v "Macho Man" Randy Savage. The Killer Bees and Demolition & Mr. Fuji each spoke about their match. "Ravishing" Rick Rude & Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, and "Macho Man" Randy Savage each spoke about their match.

Dino Bravo (with Jimmy Hart) pinned Siva Afi.

"Lord" Alfred Hayes advertised 'King of The Ring', this Sunday, on pay-per-view, specifically the 'King of The Ring' tournament. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake and Hercules each spoke about the tournament and their Quarter-Final Match. Strike Force (Tito Santana & Rick Martel) v The Fabulous Rougeau Bros. (Jacques & Raymond) was announced for the show. Strike Force spoke about the match.

Junkyard Dog pinned Black Bart.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney announced the WWF will return to Madison Square Garden, in New York City, on Saturday, July 11th. Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart will face King Kong Bundy. Ken Resnick interviewed Bundy. Mike Rotunda will face "The Natural" Butch Reed.

In a 'King of The Ring' Qualifying Match, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat pinned Greg "The Hammer" Valentine (with Jimmy Hart).

Next week - the debut of The Powers of Pain (Warlord & Barbarian).

Episode 147 - Superstars - June 18th

 

This week on 'Superstars':

"Leaping" Lanny Poffo pinned Charlie Fulton.

Next week on 'Superstars', The Mega Powers (WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan & "Macho Man" Randy Savage) will face The Islanders (Haku & Tama). Bobby "The Brain" Heenan (with The Islanders) spoke about the match, and addressed Strike Force (Rick Martel & Tito Santana). The Mega Powers (with Miss Elizabeth) spoke about the match, and about their matches at 'King of The Ring'.

The Young Stallions (Paul Roma & Jim Powers) defeated The Brooklyn Brawler & "Iron" Mike Sharpe, when Roma pinned Sharpe.

Onstage with Craig DeGeorge, "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, paid a man in the crowd $200 to kiss Virgil's bare foot.

Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart pinned "Crippler" Rip Oliver.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewed The Bushwhackers (Luke & Butch), while they were eating sardines.

The Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & "Jumpin'" Jim Brunzell) defeated Barry O & Gary Royal, when Blair pinned Royal.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney detailed 'King of The Ring', coming up on pay-per-view, on Sunday, June 28th. Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka, and "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil), each spoke about their 'King of The Ring' Quarter-Final Match. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, each spoke about their 'King of The Ring' Qualifying Match, which will take place on next week's 'Wrestling Challenge'.

In a 'King of The Ring' Qualifying Match, Hercules (with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan) pinned Koko B. Ware. Hercules will face Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake in  the 'King of The Ring' Quarter-Finals. Beefcake cut an inset promo during the match.

Next week - The Mega Powers v The Islander, and Mike Rotunda v Nikolai Volkoff.

Episode 146 - Wrestling Challenge - June 17th

 

Happenings from this week's 'Wrestling Challenge':

Bobby "The Brain" Heenan announced that "King" Harley Race has relinquished his place in the 'King of The Ring' Tournament, to "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase.

Don Kernodle defeated Terry Gibbs, by submission, with the Cobra Clutch.

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase (with Virgil) spoke about "King" Harley Race relinquishing his place in the 'King of The Ring' Tournament to him.

Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka pinned Goldie Rogers.

In 'The Snake Pit', with Jake "The Snake" Roberts, the guests were "Adorable" Adrian Adonis & Jimmy Hart. Adonis spoke about his WWF Championship Match, against WWF Champion, Hulk Hogan, at 'King of The Ring'.

Dynamite Kid pinned Tiger Chung Lee.

Vince McMahon hosted a feature on Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, who spoke about his career as he received a massage from his wife.

The Bushwhackers (Luke & Butch) defeated "Playboy" Buddy Rose & "Crippler" Rip Oliver, when Butch pinned Rose.

In the 'Event Centre', Sean Mooney spoke about 'King of The Ring', on pay-per-view, on Sunday, June 28th. The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart) and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, each spoke about the tournament. WWF Intercontinental Champion, "Ravishing" Rick Rude, spoke about "Macho Man" Randy Savage.

In a 'King of The Ring' Qualifying Match, The Magnificent Muraco pinned "The Rebel" Dick Slater. After the match, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat appeared and attacked Muraco.