Hollywood Hogan vs. Ric Flair
WCW World Heavyweight Championship Match — First Blood match
Editor’s Pick: Ric Flair
The last time these two fought in a cage, Hogan walked out with a victory and Flair considered retiring from professional wrestling. Things have certainly changed. While Hogan has become obsessed with his success and fame, Flair has rediscovered the fighting spirit that made him a 13-time World Champion. Hogan took Flair’s blood when he recruited his oldest son. Now, it’s the Nature Boy’s turn for revenge.
Bam Bam Bigelow vs. Raven vs. Hak
Triangle Match
Editor’s Pick: Bam Bam Bigelow
Calling a hardcore match is like betting on trailers during a hurricane. In a contest that could involve everything from barbed wire to baseball bats, the only guarantee is that somebody — or everybody — will be risking their career. Since Hak and Raven seem to have more unresolved issues, expect The Beast from the East to let his opponents pummel each other.
Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko vs. Curt Hennig & Barry Windham
World Tag Team Championship — Lumberjack belt match
Editor’s Pick: Curt Hennig and Barry Windham
The rules are simple: Four men enter the squared circle, eight lumberjacks wielding belts surround the ring. If anyone is thrown to the arena floor — or tries to escape an in-ring beating –, the men on the outside are instructed to whip the competitors brutally. Although Horsemen are quite accustomed to brutal matches, Hennig and Windham are quintessential cheaters. If weapons are present, expect the veterans to take full advantage.
The Cat & Sonny Onoo vs. Jerry Flynn
Handicap Karate Match
Editor’s Pick: Jerry Flynn
Despite being outnumbered, Flynn might have the advantage in this contest. Lately, Onoo’s interference has seemed to agitate Cat, more that help the Karate Champion win matches. If Flynn can avoid Miller’s deadly kicks, confusion between his opponents will make the difference.
Rey Mysterio, Jr. vs. Kevin Nash
Editor’s Pick: Rey Mysterio, Jr.
After his embarrassing loss on Nitro, Nash certainly won’t toy with Mysterio– he will battle the Luchador with all the strength and brutality that has made Bigsexy the true giant in our sport. The odds against the former Cruiserweight Champion are heavy, but isn’t that when Rey is most lethal? WCW.com is betting on the underdog.
