Post by John Laurinaitis on Mar 19, 2012 5:25:16 GMT -6
Live! From The Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena In Los Angeles, California!
March 19th, "1998"
As the intro fades into the Compaq Center, fireworks come shooting down from the ceiling and exploding across the stage. With "Thorn in Your Eye" blaring through the arena, the camera pans the crowd, catching the excitement and anticipation for the return of Raw Is War! As the camera pans over to the announce table, Jim Ross and Jerry "The King" Lawler welcome us to the show!
Jim Ross: Welcome to Raw, ladies and gentlemen! I'm Jim Ross...
Jerry "The King" Lawler: And I'm Jerry "The King" Lawler!
Jim Ross: Last week Raw went off with a bang as Kane and Stone Cold cleared the ring of Shawn Michaels and the rest of Degeneration X!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: I bet DX is not happy with how those two handled them last week, JR! They'll be seeking revenge tonight!
Jim Ross: They'll get their chance at revenge tonight, King! McMahon has booked Shawn Michaels and Helmsley to take on Austin and Kane in the main event!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: I don't know if the ring can hold all that action, JR! It's gonna be huge!
Jim Ross: We are days away from the Royal Rumble, ladies and gentlemen, and the heat has surely been turned up! In just a week's time, 30 men will enter the ring and one will walk out... with a chance to put his name in the history books at Wrestlemania!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Who do you think is gonna win it, JR?
Jim Ross: It could be anyone, King! My money is on the last man to enter the ring@ That number 30 spot is the most coveted spot, and everyone will be hoping and praying they draw that very number!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: JR, I got bad news for you... You're gonna have to call your first match all on your own! i've got to get ready for King's Court! Didn't you hear?
Jim Ross: Yeah, yeah. you go ahead and get ready. This match will be just fine getting called by me, King.
As Jim Ross finishes speaking, Jerry Lawler gets up from the commentary table and heads off to the back.
Jim Ross: Ladies and gentlemen, our first match of the night goes back to our return to television, when Edge turned his back on the Brood. Since then, Gangrel and Christian have been trying to make Edge's life a living hell. Others have payed the price along the way, including Edge's partner for tonight, X-Pac! He and Edge will try to get the upper hand on te Brood heading into the Royal Rumble!
Edge & X-Pac vs. Gangrel & Christian
(Tag Team Match!)
Edge and X-Pac made their way out on their own looking confident as ever. As the Brood made their way out, the match started before they could reach the ring. X-Pac and Edge met them at the end of the ramp, where the two teams brawled all over the ringside area. As the referee gained control, X-Pac started off against Gangrel. The two battled back and forth, until X-Pac used his speed to gain momentum. Gangrel finally tagged out, but Christian was met by Edge, who was tagged in and on fire! Edge battle Christian into the corner, beating him to a pulp. Christian finally escaped and made the tag. Gangrel took it to Edge, until he had to tag out. X-Pac came in and went for the X-Factor only to have it reversed. Gangrel nailed X-Pac with the Impaler DDT to pick up the win for the Brood.
Winner: Gangrel & Christian
As the bel sounds, Gangrel gets to his feet, raising his arm in victory. As Christian joins him in the ring, the crowd is booing them with all they've got, letting them know that they cannot stand them. As Gangrel and Christian turn around, they are both nailed with a Spear! Both men are taken down by Edge, and the crowd is suddenly on fire! As Gangrel and Christian roll out of the ring holding their ribs, Edge beckons for a microphone.
Jim Ross: Bah god! Edge has cleared the ring! He's taken care of the Brood before they could do one of those sick blood baths! What's he going to say?
With the microphone in his hand, Edge paces the ring, contemplating what he should say.
Edge: Gangrel! ...ever since I decided to step out on my own, you've been trying to make my life a living hell! Last week you attacked me backstage. You beat me until a bled... and then... you drank my blood. You want my blood, Gangrel? Well... i'll give you your chance to get it! I'll see you at the Royal Rumble!
Edge drops the microphone, as Gangrel and Christian back their way up the ramp. With the challenge on the table, Edge taunts the Brood, letting them know he wants a piece of them at the Rumble.
Jim Ross: Did you hear that, ladies and gentlemen? Edge has issued a challenge to Gangrel at the Royal Rumble!
As Edge paces the ring taking in the crowd's cheers, Raw fades to commercial.
As Raw Is War returns from commercial break, fans find a new scenery within the ring. The ring is now covered in a crushed red velvet carpet, as well as containing a large, gold and red velvet throne. Some fans are confused as to what we are seeing while others immediately boo at the scenery, knowing it can only mean one thing...
Blasting throughout the arena is the royal music of WWF's most hated commentator, Jerry "The King" Lawler. Jerry appears from behind the curtains sporting a mile wide smile, adorned in his long flowing cape and his crown upon his head. Jerry makes his way to the ringside area, scaling the steps and entering through the ropes. Jerry demands a mic as his music dies down and all that is heard now is the negative reaction from the thousands of fans in attendance.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: You ugly idiots shut up and let royalty speak! Because this is the renewal of the greatest show to ever grace WWF television... King's Court!
The boo's only grow louder, nearing deafening proportions as King laughs to himself in the ring before continuing.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Oh shut up... Now, this is going to be one of the most exciting and controversial King's Court ever! As my guests tonight are the man, the myth, the legend, the person who created all you see today, the world's greatest boss... Vince McMahon!
Fans boo at the mention of the arrogant owner and The King's overwhelming support of him.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Oh yeah, and that cry baby Bret Hart is gonna be here too...
At the mere mention of Bret's name Jerry recieves his first ovation for the name, though some boo for the slight dealt to him before the mention.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: So without further delay, I proudly introduce to you the Chairman of the Board, Mr. Vincent Kennedy McMahon!
Fans boo as King announces his first guest and the all too familiar music begins to wash over the arena.
"No Chance" blares through the arena, as a roar of boos englufs the arena. The curtain slings open, as Mr. McMahon makes his way out. With his arrogant strut, McMahon makes his way down to the ring, an evil smirk on his face. As McMahon enters the ring, Lawler shakes his hand, welcoming him to his show. Lawler hands McMahon a microphone, as his music slowly fades away. With the boos still roaring, Lawler speaks.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Mr. McMahon... welcome to King's Court! I want to thank you personally for allowing me to bring back on the greatest shows in WWF history!
Mr. McMahon: You're welcome. Jerry. You know, when someone appreciates what I do for them, I feel like they deserve to be treated right, and Jerry, you certainly appreciate what I do around this place.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Now Mr. McMahon, two weeks ago, that no good, rotten Bret Hart made his return to the WWF, surprising everyone. Heck, I never thought we'd have to listen to him whine ever again! But... we don't have that luxury, Mr. McMahon. The Hitman is back.
A guitar suddenly shreds through the apeakers, as the crowd erupts in cheers!
The curtain slings open, as Bret "The Hitman" Hart makes his way out onto the stage. With his trademark jacket and glasses, Bret makes his wa down the ramp. As Bret reaches the ring, he climbs up the steps and ducks under the top rope. Wasting no time, Bret snatches a microphone from someone at ringside and removes his glasses, staring Mr. McMahon right in the eyes.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Easy, chump! You better not lay a finger on McMahon!
Bret "The Hitman" Hart: Lawler, if I were going to lay a finger on McMahon, I would have already done ie when I stepped into this ring. You got that? Just get on with your stupid show, so we can hear what this sorry piece of crap has to say for himself!
The crowd roars for Bret, supporting him 100%!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Bret... you just shut your mouth and speak when you're spoken to. Got it? Now... where were we? Yes, that's right. Two weeks ago this good for nothing loser came walking back into the WWF placing a hit on Mr. McMahon. Bret, what makes you think you can just go around maing hits on whoever you want? Huh? Just who do you think you are?
Mr. McMahon: I'll answer that for him, Lawler. I'll tell you who he is. He's a good for nothing piece of garbage! He thinks he can just come back to the WWF, the company that made him, and demand me... in a match! I don't think so, Bret! You think you didn't derseve what you got? Huh? you think you didn't have it coming to you? You damn sure did deser-
Bret "The Hitman" Hart: I derserved it? McMahon, if it wasn't for me, the wWF would have gotten nowhere! Who was going to carry this company? Huh? Those guys were all gone! Those guys went where I went! We all took the money, McMahon. We were paid better. We were given better benefits. We were treated like gods. And here... what are we treated like? Huh? We're treated like garbage, McMahon! You waltz around this comapny treating every guy in the back like they're your pawns that you can do whatever you want with. Well McMahon... I've had enough of it! While I was in that other company, I realized something. I realized that when I left, I simply made it easier for you to do what you do. And Vince... I'm not going to let that happen anymore. I'm here to put a stop to this crap, and I'm here ot make you pay for what you did to me... and countless other guys! I'm gonna make you tap like a-
Mr. McMahon: You shut the hell up! I ougth to just break your ne-
Before McMahon can finish speaking, Bret charges at him, wrapping his hands around his throat. McMahon screams for security, as Bret starts to choke the life out of him. Having no second thought, Jerry Lawler slams his microphone right into the back of Bret's head. Lawler spins Bret around, hammering him in the face with several right hands! As McMahon falls back into the corner, security rushes the ring. Security separates, Lawler and Hart, making sure Hart doesn't get his hands on anyone else. McMahon slowly gets up with help from Lawler, as he grabs a microphone.
Mr. McMahon: You want a fight, huh? I'll give you a damn fight! At the Royal Rumble... you'll be fighting Jerry "The King" Lawler!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: You hear that, Bret? I'm gonna kick your sorry ass the Rumble, haha!
Bret Hart is escorted up the ramp by security, as he accepts the match ordered by Mr. McMahon.
Jim Ross: What has King gotten himself into? Bret is likely to rip him apart!
Jerry Lawler slowly makes his way over to the announce table, taking his seat.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Did you see that, JR? Haha! I'm gonna make that idiot regret coming back to the wWF! I guarantee it!
Jim Ross: Well good luck... We'll be right back, folks!
Jim Ross: Welcome back, folks! Up next you are going to witness the World Wrestling Federation's Hardcore Divison! Mr. McMahon has chosen The Godfather's next opponent in "Sexual Chocolate" Mark Henry!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Mark Henry has been laying out superstars week after week trying to get noticed.
Jim Ross: That's true King-Fish, and last week he made sure that The Godfather knew his intentions. There is no telling what kind of brutality we will see between these two men, King. They're going to go to new limitations here tonight to walk out a champion!
Jerry "The King" Lalwer: Well I predicted it last week, JR. I think that beast Mark Henry is going to destroy The Godfather here tonight.
Jim Ross: That very well might happen, Jerry, but I am being told that Mark Henry is making his way to the ring for his match here folks, and it looks like we might actually have a Hardcore Championship match start in the ring for once, King.
"Sexual Chocolate" blares through the PA system as the intense Mark Henry emerges from the back. Henry makes his way to the ring with a mixture of cheers and boos for "Sexual Chocolate". Henry gets in the ring and demands a microphone.
Mark Henry: Godfather, before you come out here, let me explain one thing to you and the rest of the WWF! Sexual Chocolate is dead and buried. All that remains is me, "The World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry. Tonight, you face a new man with a new attitude, so get yo' ass out here with my championship!
"Sexual Chocolate" Mark Henry vs. The Godfather
(Falls Count Anywhere/Extreme Rules: Hardcore Championship!)
Godfather emerges from the back with his hoes at his side and the Hardcore Championship around his waist. He climbs into the ring and the referee rings the bell. Godfather turns his back to take off his entrance gear and gets drilled from behind by the charging Henry. Henry wastes no time and slams Godfather onto his own Hardcore Championship. Godfather groans in pain as Henry grabs a trashcan from ringside and slams it into the head of the Godfather. Henry slams the trashcan on the ground and picks up the Godfather drilling him with the World's Strongest Slam onto the trashcan for the victory.
Winner: Mark Henry
Jim Ross: We've got a new champion, folks! Mark Henry has demolished the Godfather!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: He sure did, JR! I knew it! I knew he was gonna win!
A different theme blares through the arena, as Mark Henry is handed the Hardcore Championship. As Henry places the title over his shoulder, he exits the ring. The fans boo and boo him, as he makes his way to the back.
As Raw is War returns from commercial, the camera focuses on Owen Hart who is backstage.
Owen Hart: Last week I earned my spot in the finals of the Intercontinental Championship. I shouldn't even be in this tournament! I should be competing for the WWF Championship. But for now... this will have to do. Ken Shamrock, at the Royal Rumble I will go through you, and I will walk out with the Intercontinental Championship. Do you understand that, Shamrock? I'm a Hart. In fact... I'm the best Hart this business has seen. And this Sunday at the Rumble... it will be proven. First, I will win the Intercontinental Championship. And then... I will win the Royal Rumble and challenge for the WWF Championship at Wrestlemania! Enough is enough... and it's time for a change!
Owen shoves past the camera, as he heads to the Gorilla position to head out for his match.
"King of Harts" Owen Hart vs. Bart Gunn
(Singles Match)
Owen Hart made his way out, determined to further prove he is the best Hart in the business. Looking to score a second victory in a row, Bart Gunn rushed out. In the beginning, Bart gave Owen a run for his money. They went back and fourth, until Owen started to wear down Bart's back, preparing him for the end. Eventually Owen tripped Bart and was able to lock him in the Sharpshooter. After fighting for as long as he could, Bart eventually tapped out, awarding Owen the victory.
Winner: Owen Hart
Jim Ross: Just as Owen stated, he is out to prove a point. He picked up yet another victory, and he is looking more and more impressive every week, King.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: That he is, JR! Owen is by far THE best Hart in this company! If only McMahon would give him what he deserved, a shot at the WWF Championship!
Jim Ross: If he deserves it... he'll get it, King.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: After I take care of Bret at the Rumble, Owen won't have to worry about proving his point anymore. He'll be the only Hart left!
Jim Ross: Welcome back to Raw Is War! What a night it has been so far, and we're only about half way through the night!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: There's no telling what else will happen tonight, JR! Anything could go down!
Jim Ross: Here come the WWF Tag Team Champions!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: The Outlaws!
As the New Age Outlaws music blares through the arena, the crowd is on fire, cheering their heads off for them! with the gold around their waists, the New Age Outlaws come out onto the stage, as the curtain slings open. The Outlaws make their way down to the ring, throwing up X's with their arms for Degeneration X. As Road Dogg and Billy Gunn enter the ring, Road Dogg calls for a microphone. As their music fades out, Road Dogg brings the microphone to his mouth...
"Road Dogg" Jesse James: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages... Degeneration X proudly brings to yoooooooou! The Tag Team Chaaaaampions of the Wooooooorld! The "Road Dogg" Jesse James! The "Badass" Billy Gunn! The New! Age! Outlaws!
Road Dogg tosses the microphone to Billy Gunn...
"Badass" Billy Gunn: Ken Shamrock... last week you got the better part of me, but tonight... that's not gonna happen! Road Dogg here is gonna knock your lights out with a little Shake, Rattle, and Roll, and there ain't a damn thing you can do about it! and if you ain't down with that... We got two words for ya!
The crowd screams in unison with Billy Gunn.
"Suck it!"
Billy climbs out of the ring, as they await Shamrock to come down to the ring.
jim Ross: The Outlaws better watch what they say! If they piss Shamrock off, he is likely to snap someone's ankle right in half!
"World's Most Dangerous Man" Ken Shamrock vs. "Road Dogg" Jesse James
(Singles Match!)
Shamrock made his way down to the ring, looking extremely pissed off after hearing what the Outlaws had to say. As Shamrock entered the ring, he tossed Road Dogg right over his head with a suplex! Shamrock went right to work on Road Dogg, nailing him with thunderous blows to the body. As Shamrock went for the Ankle Lock early, Road Dogg rolled through it, gaining some momentum. He started to take it to Shamrock, nailing him with the Shake, Rattle, and Roll! As Road Dogg danced around, Shamrock suddenly locked onto his ankle, twisting it! As Road Dogg went down, he was screaming in pain. He last for as long as he could, but he eventually tapped out.
Winner: Ken Shamrock
Jim Ross: Shamrock has picked up yet another victory! I told you, King, the Outlaws should have watched what they said. They have both fallen to the hands of Ken Shamrock.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Yeah, yeah... Shamrock's days are numbered, JR. At the Royal Rumble, Owen Hart is going to put a whipping on him.
Shamrock's music blares through the arena, as he makes his way to the back, being cheered on heavily by the fans in the building. Back in the ring, Billy Gunn helps Road Dogg up, who is slightly limping from that painful ankle lock. As the New Age Outlaws are about to leave the ring, two men come jumping over the barricade.
Jim Ross: That's... That's the Hardy Boys!
The Hardy Boys, Matt and Jeff, come sliding into the ring behind the Outlaws. Jeff nails Road Dogg across the back, as Matt nails Billy Gunn. As Matt shoves Gunn into the corner, Jeff nails Road Dogg with a Twist of Fate! Matt slams Gunn on the ground and climbs to the top rope. He leaps off... Leg Drop!
Jim Ross: The Hardys are taking care of business!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: How cheap can these two punks be? They attacked the Outlaws from behind!
As the Outlaws are down, Matt Hardy slides out of the ring, grabbing their WWF Tag Team Championships. Matt hands one to Jeff, as they climb to the middle rope. Both men hold up the titles, declaring their claim at them for the Royal Rumble!
Jim Ross: It looks like the New Age Outlaws might have some competition for the Royal Rumble.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Oh please! These two punks don't deserve a shot at the titles!
Jim Ross: We'll be right back, folks!
As Raw Is War returns from commercial, the camera follows Ken Shamrock backstage. From the look on his face, it seems as if he is on a mission to find someone.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Who is he looking for? Someone needs to get some security back there before he snaps on someone! He could go off at any moment.
Jim Ross: I have got a good feeling as to who Shamrock is after, King. Shane and Vince McMahon!
As Shamrock walks down the hall, he reads each nameplate on the doors. He finally stops at one, noticing that it is the very one he is looking for. The name on the door reads "Mr. McMahon". Shamrock grabs the doorknob and turns it, but it is locked.
Ken Shamrock: Open the door, McMahon!
Shamrock beats and bangs on the door, as several security guards come rushing to the scene. One by one, Shamrock lays out the security guards, catching them with crushing blows to the head! As the security guards are all laid out, Shamrock begins kicking the door. As Shamrock is focused on the door, he is nailed from behind with a nightstick! The Big Bossman slams Shamrock into the wall, knocking him to the ground. The door to McMahon's office opens, as the Rock makes his way out followed by Shane and Vince McMahon. As Bossman pins Shamrock against the wall with his nightstick, the Rock begins to put the boots to him. Shane begins to laugh, as he bends down, looking Shamrock in the eyes.
Shane McMahon: How's that feel, Shamrock? Huh? You think you can just bark orders and demands at my father? Huh? I don't think so, Ken!
Shane slaps Shamrock right across the face, as police show up with their handcuffs ready. Bossman takes out his own cuffs, locking them around Shamrock's wrists.
Shane McMahon: Get him out of there! I don't want to see his face until the Rumble! And Ken... you can guaran-damn-tee one thing. You won't be winning either the Intercontinental Championship or the Royal Rumble!
Official Police Officers pull Shamrock up to his feet and escort him away, as he tries to fight them off.
Shane McMahon: Feels good to be corporate, huh, fellas?
Mr. McMahon: Welcome to the Corporation, Rock... Bossman. Those that oppose us... will have hell to pay!
The camera cuts to ringside, focusing on Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler.
Jim Ross: The Corporation? What in the hell is McMahon talking about? What's... what is this Corporation?
Jerry "The King" Lawler: I hope McMahon offers me a spot, JR. I sure do deserve one after sticking up for him tonight.
Jim Ross: Way to be a kiss ass, King. Good for you.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Don't be jealous because the boss likes me more than you.
Jim Ross: You know what's next, King?
Jerry "The King" Lawler: What, JR? What's next?
Jim Ross: You're favorite superstar is about to head out here for his match. The Hitman!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: Just great!
Bret "The Hitman" Hart vs. Vader
(Mr. McMahon's Punishment For Bret Hart #2!)
Vader made it known at the beginning of the match, that he was here to punish Bret for leaving the WWF months earlier like he did. Vader took it to Bret, still feeling the affects of King's attack on him earlier. After taking so much from Vader, Bret started to get the upperhand. Bret started working on Vader's legs, wearing them down. As Bret was about to lock in the Sharpshooter, Jerry Lawler slid into the ring and attacked him from behind!
Winner: Bret "The Himan" Hart
Jim Ross: What are you doing, King? Get out of there!
As Bret releases Vader, he turns around, as King drills him in the face with a big right hand. Bret and Lawler begin trading blows, nailing eachother in the face. Bret finally blocks King and pulls his legs out from under him! Bret twists King's legs together and locks him in the Sharpshooter!
Jim Ross: Bret has it locked in! I told you to get out of there, King! You moron!
As Bret leans back, increasing the leverage, King screams in pain. The Big Bossman suddenly comes charging down the ramp, nightstick in hand. As Bossman slides into the ring, Bret releases the holds and slides out of the ring. Bossman stomps around the ring, swinging the nightstick, daring Bret to get back in. As Bret backs away from the ring, Bossman helps Lawler up to his feet, who is still in pain.
Jim Ross: We'll be right back, folks!
As Raw Is War returns from commercial break, Cactus Jack is seen making his way to the Gorilla position. Before he goes into the tarped off tunnel, Cactus stops to cut a promo. With a crazed look in his eye, Cactus Jack starts to speak.
Cactus Jack: Undertaker! ...you may have beaten me a few weaks ago. You may have ended my hopes at becoming the WWF Champion. But you didn't end me, Undertaker! You had the chance to finish me off, but here I am... still standing! Tonight, Undertaker, I will make you feel the pain which I enjoy. I will make you pay for stealing my chance at glory. I will not go down, Undertaker... Bang! Bang!
As Cactus does his trademark taunt with his hands, the camera slowly fades to ringside.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: What is that lunatic talking about, JR? He's lost his mind.
Jim Ross: I'm not too sure Cactus Jack ever had one, but one thing is for sure... he won't go down tonight without a fight!
The Undertaker vs. Cactus Jack
(Singles Match!)
Undertaker, showing no worry about his match tonight or his match at the Royal Rumble for the WWF Championship, made his way to the ring. As Cactus Jack rolled into the ring, Undertaker wasted no time, stomping away at him. Undertaker took control of the match from the beginning, punishing Cactus with every move he made. As Undertaker went for the Chokeslam, Cactus managed to counter it, nailing Undertaker with a huge DDT! Cactus battled his way back into the match, setting Undertaker up for the Double Underhook DDT. But he couldn't hit it! Undertaker reversed it, pulling Cactus Jack right into a Tombstone Piledriver. Undertaker crossed Cactus' arms and picked up the victory.
Winner: The Undertaker
Jim Ross: Once again the Undertaker has defeated Cactus Jack.
Jerry "The King" Lawler: That is the second time in a month, JR! If that idiot knows what is best, he'll stay as far away from the Undertaker as possible!
Undertaker slowly paces the ring, Cactus Jack makes his way to the back. Contemplating what to do, Undertaker beckons for a microphone. With the microphone in hand, Undertaker speaks...
The Undertaker: Next Sunday... Shawn Michaels steps into the ring with me... The Phenom. Michaels... death awaits you at the Royal Rumble. And it is death which you shall receive rather than the WWF Championship. For far too long now, I have seeked that title, and I will no longer be denied it. The Undertaker will walk out of the Royal Rumble the World Wrestling Federation Champion, Shawn. Whether you... or the rest of Degeneration X likes it or not! In just a matter of days, Shawn, you will... Rest... in... peace.
Looking deep into the camera, the Undertaker's eye rolls straight into the back of his head. As the camera looks into the whites of his eyes, Raw fades to commercial.
Jim Ross: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to Raw Is War! We just saw the Undertaker give Shawn Michaels a fair warning for the Royal Rumble this Sunday. Let's see what Michaels has to say about it before he comes out here for the main event tonight!
The camera cuts backstage to the Degeneration X lockerroom. Shawn Michaels sits in a steel chair. His elbows rest on his knees, and his chin rests on his hands. The rest of Degeneration X surrounds him, awaiting for him to respond to what the Undertaker just said.
"HBK" Shawn Michaels: Deadman... I heard every last word of what you just said, and I'll be honest with you...
Shawn swallows a lump in his throat, looking nervous.
"HBK" Shawn Michaels: "The Heart Break Kid" Shawn Michaels isn't the least bit worried, Undertaker! You can talk all the spooky talk you want. You can on all the spirits and creatures of the night, but let me tell you something, Undertaker. None of those... matter. This Sunday at the Royal Rumble it's gonna be me... and it's gonna be you. There's no graves, no coffins, no creepy minions, no Degeneration X. That belt belongs to me, Taker. and if you want it... you're gonna have to pry it from my cold... dead... hands. And if you got a problem with that... then me... and these guys... got two words for ya'!
The crowd can be heard screaming...
"Suck It!"
Shawn stands up, from the chair, as Hunter pats him on the back. The rest of Degeneration X pump them up before sending Shawn and Hunter on their way to bring home a victory.
Jim Ross: There you heard it, folks! This Sunday at the Royal Rumble Shawn Michaels and the Undertaker will not be backing down! One man will walk out the WWF Champion!
Main Event:
Kane & "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. Hunter Hearst Helmsley & "HBK" Shawn Michaels
(Tag Team Match!)
As Austin and Kane made their way out, they didn't look to be on the same page. Shawn and Hunter made their way out, looking confident as ever. They are ready to pay Austin and Kane back for what they did to the last week. The match starts with Triple H and Kane locking up. Kane powers Triple H into the corner and takes control of the match. Using his brute strength, Kane begins to wear down Triple H. Triple H somehow manages to break free and makes a hot tag to Michaels. Shawn came in on fire, hammering Kane across the face with a series of lefts and rights. Shawn then nailed him with a flying forearm! As Shawn went to the top rope, Kane suddenly sat up. As Shawn leaped off the top, Kane caught him and sent him crashing to the mat with a Chokeslam! Kane went for the cover, but Triple H was able to break it up just in time. On the outside, Austin was pacing his apron back and fourth, yelling at Kane for a tag. As Kane was shoved back, Austin slapped him on the back, tagging himself in. Austin spun Kane around, flipped him the bird, and nailed him with a Stunner! As Austin rolled out of the ring and started to make his way up the ramp, Shawn pinned Kane for the victory.
Winner: Shawn Michaels & Hunter Hearst Helmsley
Jim Ross: What are you doing, Austin? You can't just turn on your partner like that!
Jerry "The King" Lawler: I always knew Austin was a dummy! Haha!
Jim Ross: Oh shut up! You know good and damn well Austin gets along with nearly nobody!
Shawn Michaels prances around the ring, celebrating his victory. As he and Hunter raise their hands up high, the crowd suddenly begins to roar with cheers and boos. The Undertaker is coming down the ramp! Hunter slides out of the ring, trying to cut him off... Undertaker nails him with a Big Boot! Undertaker slides into the ring, and Shawn charges at him. Both men swing for the fences, nailing eachother with huge haymakers! Watching from the top of the ramp, Austin decides he needs to get involved. Austin takes off down the ramp, but he is cut off by Kane! Kane and Austin begin to brawl! X-Pac, Billy Gunn, & Road Dogg come charging down the ramp, followed by the Hardy Boys! The entire lockerroom empties, as the ring is filled with superstars brawling like crazy!
Jim Ross: Bah God! We're running out of time, and all hell has broken loose! The entire lockerroom is out here! We'll see you at the Rumble, folks!
