Pro Wrestling All-stars
THE MAIN EVENT
04/05/14
Live from MGM Grand, Las Vegas Nevada
The Main Event kicks off with the official opening video with “Across the Nation” by Union Underground as the theme song. The footage shows Sting, AJ Styles, The Hardys, Tara, Christian Cage, Eric Bischoff, The Young Bucks, Matt Morgan, Antonio Banks, Mickie James, and Hulk Hogan.
The Pyro explodes from the stage in front of the set and fans in the MGM Grand are excited for the huge event in store.
Matt Striker: Ladies and Gentlemen, we are live here in the MGM Grand. Welcome to the Pro Wrestling All-Stars, welcome to a history making night, welcome to the MAIN EVENT. I’m Matt Striker here along with my colleague Scott Hudson.
Scott Hudson: It’s great to be back behind the broadcast booth again, and a real pleasure to be working with you Matt.
The cameras finish looking around the crowd and the arena and turn to ringside with Matt Striker and Scott Hudson standing beside their desk.
Matt: We are in for an amazing and historic night as The Main Event premiers here on TBS and TSN.
Scott: I am thrilled to be making history tonight with all of the action planned for this evening.
Matt: We’re going to kick things off right with the Icon, the Hall of Famer, the face of professional wrestling; Hulk Hogan.
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7,430 Fans jump to their feet with a huge reaction as Hollywood Hulk Hogan emerges with the Red and Yellow on. The pyro goes off and Hogan poses at the top of the entrance way. He starts to walk down the small ramp and down the aisle as Red and Yellow lights flash around the arena. Hogan gets an amazing reaction with fans chanting “Hogan” as he walks through the red, white, and blue ropes. Hogan pauses for several minutes as the crowd continues their response to his entrance.
Hulk Hogan: Pro Wrestling is back once again brother and Hulkamania is running wild here in the MGM Grand!
Fans continue cheering as Hogan pauses for them.
Hulk: I am thrilled to have PWA kicking off its show right here in Las Vegas brother. The Main Event is all about bringing tradition and big time atmosphere back to the sport that we have all grown up with. The world of professional wrestling is changing and we’re making that change tonight brother. Just before we get on with the rest of the show, I wanted to come out here and introduce the world to the greatest prize in this company, the PWA Heavyweight Championship Belt.
Hogan is handed a briefcase from SoCal Val and opens it, revealing to the world the Heavyweight Championship Belt. Hogan hoists the belt over his shoulder and continues to address the crowd.
Hulk: This championship is what it’s all about brother, and tonight we start the quest to crown the first PWA Heavyweight Champion. 8 of the greatest wrestlers in the world today will compete for the greatest prize in the company. The wrestlers competing for the belt tonight include Christian Cage, AJ Styles, Chris Jericho, Scott Steiner, Sting, Antonio Banks, Rhino, and Jeff Hardy. These men are without a shadow of a doubt the best wrestlers in the world today, and I know they will do whatever it takes to become the best in the world.
Hogan is interrupted by the Blueprint Matt Morgan. Morgan comes down to the ring with Jimmy Hart by his side. Morgan gets in Hogan’s face.
Matt Morgan: Why would you dare leave me out of this groundbreaking opportunity? I am the greatest giant in the world today and you bring me into this company only crush any opportunity to be the man to carry this company to the promise land.
Hulk: Listen brother, I believe that you have what it takes to be the best ever, but right now I’ve selected the best this company has to offer at this moment in time. You chance will come Matt, but it will take time.
Matt: I’ve been waiting my whole life for this moment to come. I’ve wanted nothing more than to be a champion for years, so I’m going to give you the chance Hulk to make it right. I’m going to ask you to put me in that tournament because you believe in me and I know I can become the first PWA Heavyweight Champion of the World.
Hulk: I can’t do that Matt I’m sorry brother.
Matt: Well I’m sorry too Hulk, I’m sorry that I’m going to have to do this.
Morgan nails Hogan with the Carbon Footprint, sending the Hall of Famer to the canvas. Hogan is passed out as Morgan stands over him with a foot on his chest. Morgan’s music plays and the Blueprint along with Jimmy Hart leaves the ring.
Matt Striker and Scott Hudson discuss the actions of Matt Morgan than hype the huge PWA Title Tournament happening tonight.
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Match One:
PWA Heavyweight Championship Tournament
AJ Styles vs. Sting
Following commercial the lights go out and fans in the MGM are still quiet as “Evil Ways” plays and the Phenomenal AJ Styles slowly starts to make his way through the entrance way. The lights in the arena start flashing as the multi-time world champion gets an amazing ovation from the crowd on his entrance. Matt Striker and Scott Hudson build on the hype of the Phenomenal AJ Styles and his legacy leading to the opening contest on The Main Event. Midway through his entrance David Penzer starts the introduction of AJ Styles and he climbs through the ropes and gets into the ring. The lights go out once again and a remix of the Crow theme plays as smoke rises over the entrance ramp and down the aisle. The Sting finally emerges to a roaring crowd as Scott Hudson hypes of this encounter between two of the greatest wrestlers never to step foot inside a WWE ring. Cloaked with a hood over his head Sting slowly makes his way down to the ring. He finally takes off his hooded jacket to reveal his White, Black, and Red face paint. David Penzer announces that the match has a 10 Minute TV Time Limit and referee Slick Johnson calls for the bell and the match kicks off. Sting and AJ Styles locks up in center of the ring and the Icon backs the Phenomenal One into the corner. The referee starts a five count and Sting lets go of the lock up. The match slowly starts with a second lock taking place, this time AJ wins the collar/elbow tie up and slaps a side headlock on Sting. The Icon pushes Styles off and into the ropes and AJ charges back, ducking under a clothesline and nailing Sting with a flying forearm. Both men land on the canvas and AJ quickly gets back to his feet. Styles waits for Sting then drops him with a series of hip tosses then slaps a hammerlock on Sting in the middle of the ring. The Icon fights back to his feet then counters with his own wrist lock. AJ counters again and the match changes pace with AJ sending Sting to the canvas with an arm drag take down. The Phenomenal One pulls Sting up and whips him into the corner with so much force that Sting goes over the top rope and lands on the ground. Styles springboards off the top rope and lands on the Icon on the arena floor. Fans go crazy for AJ as he pulls Sting back to his feet and rolls him into the ring; Styles then climbs to the top rope and dives off with a moonsault on the Stinger. AJ covers the Icon for a near fall when Sting kicks out. The Phenomenal AJ Styles keeps the momentum going in his favour with chops to the chest of Sting, backing him into the corner. Styles whips Sting across the ring and charges after with a huge clothesline. Sting staggers out of the corner and is met with a Pelee Kick from Styles. AJ attempts another pin, but only gets a two count before Sting gets a shoulder up. The Icon finally battles back with a few punches to the mid-section followed by a series of rights to the face of Styles. Sting backs AJ into the corner and nails him with a number of knife edged chops. The Icon whips AJ across the ring and charges after with a huge Stinger Splash. Styles is whipped back across the ring and is met with a second Stinger Splash before staggering out of the corner. The Icon drives Styles face first to the ground then gets back up and hollers “WOOOOOO” to the crowd. Sting starts working on the legs of the Phenomenal One, setting him up for a Scorpion Death Lock. Sting is about to slap the hold on when Styles grabs him and rolls him up into a small package. Slick Johnson gets a two count before Sting kicks out. Sting gets back up to his feet and continues to beat down AJ Styles, but the Phenomenal One bounces back one more time with a Enzu Giri kick. Styles drops Sting with the Styles Clash and rolls him up for a 1…2…3.
(7:29) AJ Styles advances in the tournament
The Phenomenal One climbs to the ropes following his victory as Sting slowly recovers from being stunned. Sting pulls AJ down of the ropes and the two stare each other down. Holding his ribs after a beat down, The Icon extends a hand to the winner out of respect. AJ shakes Sting’s hand then proceeds to hug the Icon. The two leave the MGM together as Matt and Scott discuss the mutual respect each wrestler has for one another.
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Eric Bischoff comes out with a mixed reaction from the crowd, but he’s not alone as he walks down the aisle with a number of wrestlers behind him. They all get into the ring and Bischoff is handed a microphone from SoCal Val.
Eric Bischoff: Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you all so very much for coming to Pro Wrestling All-Stars. I know that some of you hate my guts and others think that I am the greatest mind in this business, but I wanted to take a moment to come out and tell you all how much we truly appreciate that support from you our fans. PWA is all about really bringing out the best talent in the world and showcasing them for you. Tonight we’re focusing on the Heavyweights of this company; but they aren’t the be all to end all of this business. Behind me are the workhorses of this company. These are the men who make up the PWA Prime Time Division.
Eric Bischoff takes a moment to listen as the fans cheer in the MGM Grand.
Eric: Over the next couple of weeks we are going to showcase more of our wrestlers and really give you an understanding of what PWA has to offer, and at our first Pay-Per-View The Showdown on May 4, every championship will be decided including the PWA Prime Time Championship. Allow me to take the time to introduce the wrestlers in the Prime Time Division.
Bischoff goes through the wrestlers behind him; Crimson, Chris Hero, Jay Lethal, Joey Ryan, Petey Williams, Shane Helms, Shelton Benjamin, and Sonjay Dutt.
Eric: I truly believe from the bottom of my heart that this is the best crop of wrestlers in the world today, and together we’re going to revolutionize the business once more. I encourage all eight of you do you very best because this a new time for pro wrestling. It’s no longer just about the World Championship even though that is everyone’s end game. I want all of you to strive to be the best in the Prime Time Division so that you can win the PWA Prime Time Title. And as with our other division to be introduced next week; if you are successful in defending your title as champion for 90 days, you automatically get a shot at the PWA Championship at the next Pay-Per-View. This is our way to encourage you to be on top and strive for success because it’s not about a pecking order; we are all working together to build the greatest wrestling promotion in the world. Good luck to all of you!
Bischoff’s music plays and the Boss leaves the ring.
Matt Striker and Scott Hudson hypes the next contest for THE MAIN EVENT; Scott Steiner vs. Jeff Hardy.
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Video package airs hyping The Showdown live on Pay-Per-View Sunday, May 4 from Charlotte, North Carolina.
Backstage: SoCal Val interviews AJ Styles regarding his victory earlier tonight against Sting. AJ is thrilled to have the opportunity to compete on the world stage once again and states that by defeating Sting in the very first match of The Main Event he’s solidified his legacy as the greatest professional wrestler of all time. The interview continues with AJ discussing his determination to be the first PWA World Heavyweight Champion and guarantees victory at the Showdown on May 4.
Match Two:
PWA Heavyweight Championship Tournament
Scott Steiner vs. Jeff Hardy
The return from break has David Penzer kicking off with the announcement of the second contest on the Main Event. Big Poppa Pump comes down to the ring for the next PWA Title Tournament match. He taunts the crowd on the microphone for a bit before handing the mic back to Penzer. The MGM Grand erupts in “Hardy” chants as the Charismatic Enigma is announced. Green smoke fills the place as the brightly painted Hardy comes down the ring. Fans go crazy for him as he poses on the top rope. Steiner jumps Hardy before the bell rings and starts going to work on him with jabs to the mid section. Steiner drops Hardy to the canvas and drops an elbow across his chest. Big Poppa Pump starts getting mixed up with some of the fans before going back to work on the Charismatic Enigma’s lower back area. Steiner whips Hardy into the corner then with his shoulder, Steiner drives Hardy’s back into the turn buckle. Hardy backs out of the corner and falls to the canvas, but Steiner refuses to give him a break and picks him up and nails a number of uppercuts that back Hardy back into the ropes. Big Poppa Pump clotheslines Hardy over the top rope. Steiner goes to the outside after Hardy, but is surprised by Hardy’s comeback outside the ring. Jeff and Scott exchange rights back and forth on the outside before Steiner is slammed to the ground outside the ring. Hardy rolls back inside to break the referee’s count. He climbs to the top rope and dives off with a 180 on Steiner. Hardy rolls his opponent back into the ring and goes in after him. The Charismatic Enigma builds his momentum with a series or jabs on Steiner before backing him into the corner. Steiner is whipped across the ring and is nailed by Hardy with a flying forearm. Hardy drops Steiner with a Twist of Fate then climbs to the top rope. He’s about to dive off with a Swanton when Buff Bagwell races down to the ring. Bagwell pushes Hardy off the rope and gets down off the apron himself. Bagwell watches the rest of the match from the outside as Steiner crawls over to cover Hardy for a near fall. Steiner slaps a Steiner Recliner on Hardy. Hardy gets out of the submission by getting his foot on the rope. Steiner whips Hardy into the ropes and the two of them collide with a clothesline; landing on the canvas. The referee starts the 10 count as they lie out cold in the middle of the ring. Hardy is the first to get up when Bagwell attempts to take him out. Matt Hardy charges down to the ring and takes Bagwell out with a Twist of Fate. Jeff climbs to the top rope and dives off with a Swanton on Steiner. Jeff capitalizes with a pinfall.
(9:22) Jeff Hardy advances in the tournament
Jeff is joined in the ring by his brother as the Hardy Brothers reunite in the squared circle. Bagwell gets back in the ring and attempts to jump Jeff, but Matt steps in and spears Bagwell to the canvas. The two of them leave the ring side by side as Steiner and Bagwell are both laid out.
Backstage: Eric Bischoff is joined in his office by Matt Morgan. Bischoff thanks Morgan for taking the time to come in and meet with him. Bischoff addresses the actions of the Blueprint earlier tonight in regards to his assault on Hogan. Bischoff feels that Morgan actions are out of place and he needs to get in line and earn his shot like everybody else around this company. Morgan argues with Bischoff over where they perceive his spot to be and Bischoff puts him in a match next week on The Main Event. When he asks who is opponent’s going to be Bischoff introduces him to the Alpha Male. Monty Brown comes into the office and stares Matt Morgan down.
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Back from commercial, Matt Striker and Scott Hudson discuss the amazing action so far tonight as wells as the plan for next week’s edition of the Main Event featuring Matt Morgan verses the Alpha Male Monty Brown. They throw things back to the ring with David Penzer for the next contest.
Match Three:
Angelina Love vs. Amazing Kong
Both women make their television wrestling return after being away for almost a year. Amazing Kong is hyped as a Monster as she comes out to the ring. Angelina Love makes her entrance and looks confident that she can take down Kong. When the bell rings Angelina charges after Kong, nailing her with a few elbows to the side of the head and a number of uppercuts; however Kong doesn’t budge, but instead grabs Love by the hair and tosses her across the ring like a rag doll. Angelina Love gets back up and proceeds to go after Kong again, but Amazing Kong sends her to the ground with a head butt. Kong taunts the Canadian wrestler as she slowly gets back up. Amazing Kong puts Angelina into the corner and starts pounding away on her before whipping her across the ring. Kong charges after and nails Angelina with a splash. The impact of the splash sends Angelina to the canvas with her head against the bottom rope. Kong drives several boots to the face of Angelina before choking her out with a boot. Referee Jack Doan gets Amazing Kong out of the corner and she starts mocking the fans as he checks on Angelina Love. Kong pushes the referee away and pulls her up to her feet. Kong drops Angelina with a powerslam to the canvas and covers her, but Angelina manages to get a shoulder up before the three count. Kong climbs to the middle rope and dives off with a cross body, but Angelina rolls out of the way forcing Kong to slam face first on the canvas. Both women are slow to get to their feet. Angelina Love gets up first and nails Kong with a drop kick, sending her reeling into the ropes. Kong falls and gets her arms tied up between the top and the middle ropes. Angelina takes advantage and nails her with several punches to the side of the head before charging at her from one side of the ring and nailing her with a drop kick. The referee finally helps Kong out of the ropes and Love covers for a two count. Love is building momentum in the match, with fans cheering for her. Angelina attempts the Break a Bitch but Kong kicks her in the face. Kong drops Love to the canvas with a sitdown powerbomb. Kong covers Angelina for the 1…2…3.
(4:31) Amazing Kong wins
Kong immediately gets off the canvas and starts heading back up the ramp following the victory over Angelina Love as the broadcast team build on the dominance of this amazing wrestler.
Backstage: Socal Val interviews Christian Cage regarding his match later on tonight in the PWA World Heavyweight Championship Tournament. Cage talks about his longevity in the wrestling business and comments on winning world titles in every promotion he’s worked in. Cage continues on to make it known to SoCal that he will be the World Champion because the Peeps want it, the locker room needs it, and the industry deserves it. Christian ends with his signature “That’s How I Roll” and is about to leave when he is stopped by Chris Jericho. Jericho and Christian have a little discussion about what wrestling fans really deserve and Jericho promises to stop Christian from getting the World Title at the Showdown Pay-Per-View.
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The lights go out in the Arena momentarily as the next match is about to start.
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Chris Jericho enters into the building as the fans in the MGM jump to their feet. A pyro display goes off for Jericho when he poses at the entrance way. Jericho starts walking down the aisle for his match against the “MVP of PWA” Antonio Banks.
Match Four:
PWA Heavyweight Championship Tournament
Chris Jericho vs. Antonio Banks
The two lock up in the centre of the ring with Banks slapping a side head lock on Jericho. Jericho whips Banks into the ropes and sends him to the canvas with a shoulder block. Jericho waits for Banks to get back to his feet and they lock up again, this time with Jericho getting the upper hand. Chris slaps a hammer lock on Banks, but Antonio counters with a wrist lock on Jericho. Chris fights out and once again gets control of Banks, but the MVP of PWA elbows Jericho in the face a number of times before grabbing him by the head and throwing him through the ropes. Antonio Banks goes out to the floor after Jericho and slams him face first into the ring steps. Jericho keeps walking around the ring as Banks gets in the face of some of the fans at ringside. Banks slams Jericho to the ground then rolls in to break the count. The MVP comes back outside and clotheslines Jericho on the mats. With the former Undisputed Champion on the ground, Banks pulls back the ring mats to expose the concrete floor. He gets Jericho set up to drop on the ground with a piledriver, but Jericho fights back and drops MVP with the back body drop. Jericho rolls into the ring before the 10 count and MVP finally gets in behind him. The two exchange rights back and forth until Chris nails MVP with a boot to the mid section then follows through with a jaw breaker. Jericho gets up to a vertical base then starts getting the crowd in the MGM excited once again. Jericho hits the lion salt of the ropes and covers MVP for a near fall. Chris pulls MVP to a sitting position, then puts a knee into his back and pulls Antonio’s arms back. Antonio is in agonizing pain but refuses to quit. Jericho finally lets go of the hold and gets back to his feet. Jericho starts in on the lower back of MVP, but Banks counters with a stunner on Jericho. Antonio gets up and nails Jericho with a spin kick and follows up with a flapjack. Antonio hits the Playmaker on Jericho and covers him for a near fall. Jericho gets up and nails Banks with a back breaker. As Jericho sets himself up for the Walls of Jericho he is stopped by Shelton Benjamin who comes down to the ring. Benjamin attempts to interfere in the match, but is nailed off the apron by Jericho. Chris goes back to Banks, but is surprised by a set of brass knucks right in the kisser. Jericho falls to the canvas and MVP shoves the brass knuckles back into his tights. Banks covers Jericho for the 1…2…3.
(6:40) Antonio Banks advances in the tournament.
Following the match, Jericho remains laid out as Banks and Benjamin stand over him. The MVP of PWA taunts Jericho before posing on the ropes. Banks and Benjamin leave the ring together as the broadcast team question outcome of the match.
Backstage: Eric Bischoff is on the phone with Hogan. He tells Hulk that he’s already taken care of Matt Morgan for him and promises Hulk that another huge surprise is coming Morgan’s way at Showdown. Bischoff tells Hogan to regroup from Morgan’s assault and come back next week for payback.
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David Penzer hypes the final match for tonight’s MAIN EVENT.
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Match Five:
PWA Heavyweight Championship Tournament
Rhino vs. Christian Cage
Christian and the War Machine look to recapture their feud from their TNA days as they square off in the final match of tonight’s card. Cage is found in the early goings of the match at the mercy of Rhino. The War Machine drops Cage with the Death Valley driver and looks to end the match early; however Christian kicks out before three. Cage rolls out onto the floor and hopes to regroup. He finally gets on the apron and Rhino comes after him. Cage pokes Rhino in the eye then pulls his throat down over the top rope, choking the War Machine. Cage rolls into the ring and drops Rhino with an Inverted DDT. Cage poses for the audience for a moment then climbs to the top rope. He dives off with a frog splash on Rhino and covers him for a near fall. The match continues on with Cage pulling Rhino up and slapping a sleeper hold on him. Rhino fights to get up to his feet and throws Cage into the ring. Cage bounces off the ropes and Rhino goes for a spear, but Cage side steps and throws Rhino out of the ring through the middle rope. Cage dives off the top rope with a cross body on Rhino. The two grapple on the floor with Cage whipping Rhino into the steal guard rails. Cage rolls Rhino back under the ropes and gets back inside. Christian taunts Rhino inside the ring with his smug demeanor and pulls him up to his feet. Cage goes for the fireman’s carry, but Rhino fights out and whips Cage shoulder first into the turn buckle post. Rhino slams Cage to the canvas and regroups while Christian lies on the mat. Rhino pulls Cage up and dumps him into the corner then delivers a series of uppercuts on Cage. Rhino whips his opponent across the ring and charges after with a huge splash in the corner. Cage falls to the canvas and Rhino sets himself up for the Gore. Amy Dumas comes running down to the ring area and distracts the referee as Rhino nails Cage with the Gore and attempts the pinfall. Without the referee to count Rhino gets up and starts to approach the referee when Adam Copeland gets in the ring with a steel chair. He cracks the chair across the back of Rhino’s head, busting the War Machine open and causing him to collapse on the ground. Adam then puts Cage on top of Rhino and gets out of the ring. Slick Johnson counts the 1…2…3.
(7:01) Christian Cage advances in the tournament.
Cage is helped to his feet by Adam Copeland and Amy Dumas and the three of the celebrate Cage’s victory as he advances in the tournament.
Eric Bischoff comes out through the entrance way and applauds Cage.
Eric: Well I wanted to come out here and be the first to congratulate you on advancing to the next round of the tournament. That being said, I am putting you on notice Christian Cage, no more interference from anybody in your coalition or else you will be disqualified immediately by me. Next week in the second round of the Tournament we’re going to see Christian Cage square off against…JEFF HARDY!!!!
Bischoff leaves the entrance way as Christian looks on in concern. PWA’s THE MAIN EVENT goes off air.