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WWF Saturday Night Main Event 22

Date: July 29, 1989

Location: Worcester Centrum, Worcester, MA



Opening Segment:

The show kicks off with a high-energy montage of recent WWF highlights, including intense matches and superstar promos.

Vince McMahon and Jesse "The Body" Ventura welcome viewers, teasing tonight’s main event and exciting matchups.



Match 1: The Bushwhackers vs. The Bolsheviks

A fun, comedic opener featuring the goofy Bushwhackers facing off against the villainous Bolsheviks (Nikolai Volkoff and Boris Zhukov).

The Bushwhackers secure the victory after a bizarre but entertaining match with their signature antics.



Segment: Hulk Hogan Promo

Hulk Hogan cuts a fiery promo, calling out upcoming challengers and reaffirming his status as top contender for the WWF Championship

He issues a challenge to any other top contender to face him at the upcoming SummerSlam.



Match 2: Brutus Beefcake vs. The Honky Tonk Man (with Jimmy Hart)

A musical-themed match where Beefcake tries to regain momentum.

Jimmy Hart interferes, but Beefcake overcomes the odds and wins with a Sleeper Hold.



Segment: The Ultimate Warrior Promo

The Ultimate Warrior appears, pounding his chest and promising to bring "strength and victory" to the WWF.

He then confronts the Honky Tonk Man, setting up a future showdown.



Match 3: The Rougeau Brothers vs. 2 enhancement talents

The Rougeaus gets the victory with La Bombe Rougeau



Main Event: Hulk Hogan vs. "Macho Man" Randy Savage (with Sensational Sherri)

A highly anticipated main event featuring former WWF Champion Hulk Hogan against the reigning WWF Champion, Randy Savage.

The match is intense, with both superstars showcasing their athleticism and charisma.

The bout ends in a disqualification when Sensational Sherri interferes, attacking Hogan, leading to chaos.



Closing Segment:

Hogan and Savage brawl outside the ring, with officials rushing to separate them.

The show ends with a shot of Hogan and Savage staring each other down, setting up a potential SummerSlam showdown.

 

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WWF SummerSlam 1989

Date: August 28, 1989

Location: Meadowlands Arena, East Rutherford, NJ

The main event pits once again Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage for the WWF Championship in a rematch from Wrestlemania but they're forced to team together to deal with common enemies in the Twin Towers right before the main event. Elsewhere, Ravishing Rick Rude regains the Intercontinental Title from the Honky Tonk Man and defends against Ultimate Warrior; The Rockers face off with WWF Tag Team Champions The Brain Busters in a non-title match; Brutus Beefcake and Honky Tonk Man settle their score; The Bushwhackers take on the Fabulous Rougeaus

Main Event:

WWF Championship Match

Hulk Hogan vs. Randy "Macho Man" Savage (c)

A highly anticipated showdown for the WWF Title featuring intense rivalry and high-energy action.

Outcome: Hulk Hogan regains the title after a thunderous leg drop, overcoming Savage’s interference from Elizabeth.



Under Card Highlights:

1. The Mega Powers vs. The Twin Towers (Akeem & Big Boss Man)

Tag Team Match

Hulk Hogan teams with Randy Savage to take on Akeem and Big Boss Man in a tag team clash filled with high-flying moves and power displays.

Result: Hogan and Savage secure the victory with a combined finishing move.



2. The Rockers (Shawn Michaels & Marty Jannetty) vs. The Brain Busters (Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard)

Tag Team Match

A fast-paced, technical bout showcasing the future stars of wrestling.

Result: The Rockers win after a double dropkick.



3. "Ravishing" Rick Rude vs. The Ultimate Warrior

Intercontinental Championship Match

A fierce contest between two powerhouse characters, with Rude attempting to use underhanded tactics.

Result: The Ultimate Warrior wins via pinfall after a splash, capturing the Intercontinental title.



4. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake vs. Honky Tonk Man

Singles Match

A comedic yet intense match with Beefcake’s scissors and Honky Tonk Man’s guitar antics.

Result: Beefcake wins with a sleeper hold.



5. The Bushwhackers vs. The Fabulous Rougeaus

Tag Team Match

A humorous and energetic bout featuring the popular Australian duo versus the French-Canadian villains.

Result: The Bushwhackers secure the win with a battering ram.

 

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WWF Saturday Night Main Event 23

Date: October 14, 1989

Location: Cincinnati Gardens, Cincinnati, OH

After losing the WWF Championship back to Hulk Hogan at Summerslam, Randy Savage makes the change to Sensational Sherri as his new valet. Sherri is on hand in the main event to assist Savage. Elsewhere; another Bushwhackers-Fabulous Rougeaus matchup; Honky Tonk Man battles Greg Valentine

Opening Segment:

The show kicks off with a hype video highlighting upcoming matches, including the main event between Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage for the WWF Championship.

The crowd is electric, chanting "Hulk! Hulk! Hulk!"

Match 1: The Bushwhackers vs. The Fabulous Rougeaus

Type: Tag Team Match

Result: The Bushwhackers pick up a humorous and energetic win after Butch tags in Luke, and they perform their signature battering ram, leading to a pin.

Comedy spots, with the crowd clapping along.



Interview Segment:

Hulk Hogan comes out to a thunderous ovation.

Hogan cuts a promo, promising to defend the WWF Championship tonight and warning Randy Savage to prepare for the "Hulkster's wrath."

He is interrupted by Zeus, who challenges Hogan to a future match, escalating their rivalry.

Match 2: The Honky Tonk Man vs. Greg Valentine

Type: Singles Match

Result: Honky Tonk Man wins via interference from Jimmy Hart, distracting Valentine long enough for Honky to hit the Shake, Rattle & Roll for the victory.

Jimmy Hart and Honky celebrate, teasing a possible title shot.



Main Event: Randy Savage (with Sensational Sherri) vs. Hulk Hogan (WWF Championship Match)

Type: Singles Match for the WWF Championship

Result:



A hard-fought match with high spots, including Savage using his agility and Sherri interfering to try to sway the match.

Hogan eventually powers out of a Savage flying elbow attempt and hits the leg drop for the pinfall victory, retaining the WWF Championship.

After the match, Hogan and Savage exchange intense stares, hinting at future clashes, while Sherri and Savage argue ringside.

Closing Segment:

Hogan celebrates his victory as the show closes with him holding the WWF Championship high.

 

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WWF Survivor Series 1989

Date: November 23, 1989

Location: Rosemont Horizon, Rosemont, Illinois

Multiple wrestlers pull double duty for this edition of Survivor Series and once again, Hulk Hogan & Randy Savage must find themselves on the same side in the main event, despite having fought each other earlier in the night. An 8-Men Tag Team Survivor Series match put together by a panel of former WWF & wrestling legends determined by how the action went during the night. This is why Hogan must team with Savage in the main event (and The Rockers) against the Twin Towers & The Bolsheviks. That match also presents an opportunity for Hogan to get revenge on Boss Man who walked away on his team to reunite with Akeem later in the night.


Match Card & Results:

1. Opening Match: The Bushwhackers & The Rockers vs. The Bolsheviks & The Fabulous Rougeau Brothers



Type: Traditional Survivor Series Tag Team Elimination

The Bushwhackers' eccentric antics and The Rockers' agility set the tone. The Bolsheviks dominate early, but The Rockers rally for the win after a double superkick on Nikolai Volkoff.

Winning Team: The Bushwhackers & The Rockers

2. Team Hulk Hogan (Hulk Hogan, Tugboat, Jim Duggan, Jake Roberts, & The Big Boss Man) vs. Team Randy Savage (Randy Savage, The Honky Tonk Man, Earthquake, Rick Rude, & The Red Rooster)



Type: 5-on-5 Survivor Series Elimination

Savage’s team gains an early advantage, with Earthquake dominating the ring. Hogan’s team fights back with Tugboat and Duggan's toughness. Earthquake is eliminated after a big boot from Hogan, followed by the elimination of Rude and Honky Tonk Man. The Big Boss Man walks out on Hogan's team early in the match. Hogan’s team wins as Savage is the last to be eliminated.

Winning Team: Team Hulk Hogan

3. The Twin Towers (Akeem & The Big Boss Man) vs. The Hart Foundation (Bret Hart & Jim Neidhart)

A physical contest with the Hart Foundation showcasing technical skill. The Twin Towers secure the victory after Akeem pins Bret Hart with a splash.

Winners: The Twin Towers

4. The Ultimate Warrior & Dusty Rhodes vs. The Honky Tonk Man & Rick Rude

The high-energy Warrior dominates, leading to a decisive victory over Rude with a Warrior Splash. Dusty Rhodes provides crowd-pleasing moments and resilience.

Winners: The Ultimate Warrior & Dusty Rhodes

5. Main Event: Survivor Series Elimination Match – The Mega Powers (Hulk Hogan & Randy Savage) & The Rockers (Shawn Michaels & Marty Jannetty) vs. The Twin Towers (Akeem & The Big Boss Man) & The Bolsheviks



Type: 8-Man Tag Team Elimination

Highlights: The match features intense teamwork, with high-flying maneuvers from The Rockers and the raw power of The Twin Towers. Tensions flare as alliances shift. Hogan and Savage work seamlessly, eliminating Akeem early. The Bolsheviks are eventually overwhelmed. The final moments see Hogan and Savage teaming up to eliminate The Big Boss Man after a double leg drop.

Winners: The Mega Powers & The Rockers

 

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Saturday Night's Main Event XXIV - November 25, 1989​

Venue: Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona
Attendance: 9,800

While taped in late October, the show airs 2 days after Survivor Series and a continuation of the Survivor Series main event, WWF Champion Hulk Hogan teams up with The Rockers to take on the Twin Towers & Ted Dibiase in this SNME main event. Elsewhere: Intercontinental champion Ultimate Warrior continues his rivalry with Rick Rude in a non-title match; Randy Savage battles Jim Duggan; Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake and Honky Tonk Man renew their rivalry; The Bushwhackers battle the Fabulous Rougeaus

Event Highlights

1. Opening Segment:

The show kicks off with Vince McMahon and Jesse "The Body" Ventura welcoming fans to the special Thanksgiving weekend edition of Saturday Night Main Event. They hype the main event and recent storylines, including the ongoing rivalry between Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage.



Match Results & Highlights

2. The Bushwhackers vs. The Fabulous Rougeaus

The comedic duo of The Bushwhackers pulls out their signature antics to secure a victory over The Rougeaus with a battering ram and their signature licks.



Result: The Bushwhackers win via disqualification after The Rougeaus attack them with a steel chair.



3. Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake vs. The Honky Tonk Man


A clash of two popular mid-carders. Beefcake overcomes The Honky Tonk Man with a sleeper hold after a back-and-forth contest.



Result: Brutus Beefcake wins by submission.



4. "Macho Man" Randy Savage vs. Jim Duggan


A fierce battle showcasing Savage's agility versus Duggan's toughness. Savage wins with a flying elbow drop after interference from his manager, Sensational Queen Sherri.



Result: Randy Savage wins via pinfall.



5. The Ultimate Warrior vs. Rick Rude (with Bobby Heenan)


A highly anticipated showdown. Warrior dominates early, but Rude fights back with underhanded tactics. Warrior ultimately hits the running splash for the victory.



Result: The Ultimate Warrior wins by pinfall.



Main Event:

Hulk Hogan & The Rockers (Shawn Michaels & Marty Jannetty) vs. The Twin Towers (Akeem & The Big Boss Man) & Ted DiBiase

Six-Man Tag Team Match



This electrifying main event features Hogan teaming with The Rockers to face the formidable Twin Towers and Ted DiBiase. The match is filled with high-energy spots, double-team maneuvers, and crowd excitement. Hogan hits the leg drop on Akeem, securing the victory for his team.



Result: Hulk Hogan & The Rockers win via pinfall after Hogan pins Akeem following a leg drop.