Rebooking WWF/WWE: from 1985 to now

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WWF Over the Edge 1999

Date: May 23, 1999

Location: Kansas City Convention Center, Kansas City, Missouri

Headlined by a Triple Threat Match between Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock & Mick Foley. Austin regains the WWF title shortly after Backlash but Mick Foley now enters the title picture.

Event Highlights:

Main Event:

Triple Threat Match for the WWF Championship



Steve Austin (c) vs. The Rock vs. Mick Foley

An intense and unpredictable bout, featuring Austin’s resilience, The Rock’s charisma, and Foley’s hardcore style. The climax sees Foley delivering a shocking surprise with a barbed wire bat, culminating in Austin retaining after a thunderous Stunner.

Under Card Matches:

The Undertaker vs. Kane

A brutal showdown with fire, barbed wire, and intense storytelling. The Undertaker emerges victorious after a chokeslam through the announcer’s table.



Edge & Christian vs. The Hardy Boyz

High-flying tag team action with daring spots and near-falls. Edge & Christian pick up the win with a clever use of the ropes.



Val Venis vs. Shane McMahon

A comedic and chaotic match, highlighting Shane’s unpredictable antics. Val Venis wins with his Money Shot finisher.



The Big Boss Man vs. The Road Dogg

A gritty street fight leading to a victory for the Boss Man.

 

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WWF King of the Ring 1999 – June 27th, 1999



Location: Continental Airlines Arena, East Rutherford, New Jersey



Attendance: Approximately 17,000 fans

A grueling night awaits Shane McMahon as he intends on getting into the KOTR tournament with one vacant spot but he must first qualify against Intercontinental Champion Val Venis! The Rock regains the WWF title after Over The Edge and will defend against Mankind in the main event of the show but with Stone Cold Steve Austin lurking around, who knows what's gonna happen! Val Venis defends the Intercontinental title against Jeff Jarrett while D'Lo Brown is set to defend the European title against X-Pac. Also on the card, The Hardy Boyz continue their rivalry with Edge & Christian

Event Highlights:

Main Event: WWF Championship Match

The Rock (c) vs. Mankind

In a highly anticipated showdown, The Rock defends his WWF Championship against the unpredictable Mankind. The match is intense, with both superstars showcasing their resilience. After a grueling battle, The Rock retains the title with a devastating Rock Bottom, cementing his reign as champion.



Key Matches & Results:

1. King of the Ring Qualifier Match — Shane McMahon vs. Val Venis

Shane McMahon pulls off an upset victory with a surprise roll-up, earning a spot in the King of the Ring tournament.



2. Tag Team Match: The Hardy Boyz (Matt & Jeff) vs. Edge & Christian

The Hardy Boyz win after a high-flying ladder match, showcasing their daring style.



3. Intercontinental Championship Match:

Val Venis (c) vs. Jeff Jarrett

Val Venis retains with a Money Shot.



4. WWF European Championship Match:

D-Lo Brown (c) vs. X-Pac

X-Pac wins the title with a X-Factor, capturing the European Championship.



5. King of the Ring Tournament Quarter-Finals:



The Big Show vs. Kane — Kane advances after a chokeslam.

Road Dogg vs. Billy Gunn — Road Dogg wins in a tag-team rivalry continuation.

Shane McMahon vs. Gangrel — Shane advances with a surprise victory.

The Undertaker vs. Ken Shamrock — The Undertaker wins in a brutal match.

6. Special Attraction Match:

Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. The Rock — A fiery confrontation, ending in a no contest after interference from The Corporation.

7. King of the Ring Semi-Finals

Kane vs Shane McMahon - Shane upsets Kane to advance to the finals
Road Dogg vs The Undertaker - The Undertaker pins Road Dogg to advance to the finals

Tournament Final:

The Undertaker vs. Shane McMahon — Shane pulls off an upset with some interference, earning the King of the Ring crown, which sets up new storylines for the summer