Extreme Championship Wrestling by Stojy

[Stojy]

ECW Hardcore TV Preview
November 17th, 2001
Nashville, Tennessee​

Last week we finally saw November To Remember, and the biggest news coming out of the pay per view is that Steve Corino retained the ECW Championship by defeating the seemingly unstoppable Rhino. Not only did Corino beat Rhino, but he broke Rhino’s neck with a Piledriver off of the ring apron and there’s a chance Rhino may never wrestle again. Whilst ‘The King Of Old School’ hasn’t been booked in action tonight, one can assume that we will hear from the champ at some stage so he can gloat over proving everybody wrong.

November To Remember drew mixed results for The Network though. Cyrus will be relieved that they retained the ECW Championship, however CW Anderson lost the ECW Television Championship to Yoshihiro Tajiri at the show. It has been made clear for a while now that the goal of The Network is simple, and that’s to have all the titles under their control. They have been scheming for weeks now to add the final piece of the puzzle, which was the tag team titles. Now that the TV title is no longer under their control, one can only assume that Cyrus and The Network will be taking their scheming to a whole new level.

There are currently two matches announced for the show. The first one is similar to a match that took place at November To Remember, as four teams will do battle in a sudden death match. Three of the teams involved were involved in the pay per view’s tag team match and they are Christian York and Joey Matthews, Danny Doring and Roadkill and Team Me. The fourth team getting a shot are the dastardly Italians, Guido Maritato and Tony Mamaluke. It seems after falling short in singles competition, Guido is back to looking for tag team success. Considering Eye Balls just won the titles in this exact type of match at November To Remember, one must assume a win tonight could do wonders in determining the next team to earn a title shot.

The other match will be a battle between old wrestling school buddies who trained together at the Shawn Michaels Wrestling Academy. Not only will this be a battle between two familiar friends, but it will be the debut of one of them in ECW. Coming off of a successful display in a Submission match at November To Remember, Bryan Danielson will look to continue that momentum when he goes one on one with the debuting Michael Shane. There are huge expectations on young Shane considering he’s the cousin of the man whose school these guys trained at, in Shawn Michaels himself. Will the younger debut in style or will Danielson continue to work his way up the ranks here in ECW?

We’re also expected to get a status update from Commissioner Shane Douglas regarding New Jack, after New Jack appeared at November To Remember and attacked Homicide. Meanwhile, we will hear from Eddie Guerrero who will make his intentions clear regarding his return to ECW, after successfully defeating Low Ki at November To Remember.

Please tune in for all of this and much, much more…

Confirmed Matches:

Christian York and Joey Matthews vs. Danny Doring and Roadkill vs. Guido Maritato and Tony Mamaluke vs. Team Me

Bryan Danielson vs. Michael Shane​

 

[Stojy]

Trying not to ramble but this feels like a cool moment for me. This BTB will always be my absolute favourite. Some of you know, I've reached November To Remember 2002 and this is all a repost, BUT we've reached a period now where I got lazy and decided to do 'Road To' posts for a few PPV's. I'm not reposting those. So here's the first NEW SHOW if this BTB on WS.

ECW Hardcore TV
November 17th, 2001
Nashville, Tennessee​

The first show after November To Remember opens up with one, sole figure standing in the middle of the ring, and it’s none other than JOEY STYLES. With a big smile on his face, ‘The Voice Of ECW’ has a microphone in his hand, but he can’t speak due to the velocity of “ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chants reverberating around the arena.

Joey keeps his mic to his side and kills time by fixing his time, whilst the camera begins panning around the arena, showing more and more of the extreme fans. Eventually, the camera goes back to Joey and the audience dies down enough so that Styles can speak.

Joey Styles: Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to another episode of ECW Hardcore TV! I’m Joey Styles and it’s my pleasure to bring you all of the action after the event of a lifetime last weekend, November To Remember! I’ve been given strict orders at this time to introduce a group who had mixed results at last weekend’s pay per view, so ladies and gentlemen, please welcome… THE NETWORK!!!

There’s a few seconds of heat, before “Old School Style” by Boner plays through the arena speakers. Suddenly, the heat volume goes up TIMES ONE MILLION, as their most hated members of the roster, THE NETWORK step through the curtain. CYRUS leads the way, walking arm in arm with the sultry DAWN MARIE, and neither of them look overly pleased. Behind them, with a big smile on his face despite a head full of bandages, is the only man who was successful for The Network last night, STEVE CORINO. The camera now pans just behind Corino where CW ANDERSON is wearing a neck brace, whilst JUSTIN CREDIBLE isn’t wearing a top with his jean shorts, instead showing taped up ribs. Just as we think everybody is out, the curtain rustles again and JACK VICTORY comes out on crutches. Joey Styles sees this and rolls his eyes, as Victory continues to ham it up on the crutches, despite having absolutely no reason to be injured.

Looking like a sad, injured conglomerate gets The Network some ironic cheers from the fans, as they’re happy to see them struggling. Once they are inside of the ring, Cyrus angrily snatches the microphone from Joey, and points for him to leave the ring. Being severely outnumbered and wanting to keep his job, Styles shakes his head but leaves, whilst the fans go back to giving The Network plenty of heat. Cyrus looks ready to finally speak as their music dies down, but instead a “FUCK THE NETWORK”, “FUCK THE NETWORK”, “FUCK THE NETWORK” chant starts up. After a few moments it dies down, and Cyrus can finally begin to speak.

Cyrus: Last weekend, November To Remember, six days ago…

Well, it looks like we were wrong. Cyrus is forced to stop talking as the fans continue to drill The Network with next level heat. This clearly pisses off everybody in the ring, but none more so than Cyrus.

Cyrus: It’s the biggest show of the year, and quite frankly, The Network went to hell and back…

Another major pop for the misfortune of The Network, which causes ‘The Virus’ to redden in the face. Clearly frustrated, Cyrus now changes tactics and points at Steve Corino.

Cyrus: AND STEVE CORINO DEFEATED THE ANIMAL KNOWN AS RHINO!!!

Corino initially looks shocked at being singled out but seems to enjoy it somewhat. The fans boo the hell out of the call, as Cyrus is clearly trying to get back at the fans at this point.

Cyrus: HE BROKE RHINO’S NECK AND IS STILL THE ECW WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION!!!

This time Corino takes the title from around his waist and raises it above his head, not minding being showered in boos. Meanwhile, the rest of The Network politely applaud their champion. After enjoying the moment for a few seconds, the leader of The Network now pans his eyes across the rest of the ring.

Cyrus: That’s the good news, but unfortunately there’s bad news for The Network as well. You see, our champion retaining the title… That was THE ONLY THING THAT WENT RIGHT THE ENTIRE NIGHT!!!

As you can imagine, whilst Cyrus and The Network get all sour faced again, the fans mark out.

Cyrus: We have worked side by side for the better part of two years to clean up this tragic company, and the same thing should have happened at November To Remember. We should have been at each other’s side.

A neutral kind of statement there, so there’s not much of a fan reaction as Cyrus mulls over his next words.

Cyrus: But I must admit, I’ve been thrown off by the appointment of our new Commissioner, and he’s a big part of why our plans were foiled at the pay per view. We’re always more effective as a collective, but Shane Douglas split us apart by scheduling our matches one after the other.

A cheer goes up for the handiwork of Douglas, which clearly infuriates The Network even further.

Cyrus: Shane Douglas showed a disgusting level of favouritism in making sure we didn’t have the night we wanted. CW Anderson shouldn’t even have had to defend the title against Tajiri to begin with. CW Anderson was robbed of the Television Title.

More boos from the fans, as CW nods his head, but then grabs at his injured neck. Before Cyrus can continue, the fans kick start a brief “TAJIRI”, “TAJIRI”, “TAJIRI” chant, which clearly pisses off everybody.

Cyrus: Congratulations is in order to Shane Douglas and ECW, because now The Network is further away from our goals than we were before November To Remember. We need to hold all of the gold, but now we’ve lost the TV Title, and we still don’t even have the Tag Team Titles.

Another big pop because it does seem that since Douglas came in, the momentum in this war has changed considerably.

Cyrus: But things are about to change… I’m happy to admit that Shane Douglas coming in and having equal power to me, it threw me off, but not anymore. Tonight, I’m back… Tonight, The Network is back, and we’re here to make it clear that the fight is NOT over.

Cyrus is rallying the troops and despite how battered they are, The Network seems pumped up. The fans counter act this by kick starting another “ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chant.

Cyrus: And we’re not wasting anytime getting back to where we should be. That’s why it’s my pleasure to announce that TONIGHT… JUSTIN CREDIBLE IS GOING TO DEFEAT YOSHIHIRO TAJIRI AND WIN BACK THE ECW TELEVISION TITLE!!!

Whoa! Definitely a HUGE announcement there, which gets a good reaction from the fans. Despite his taped ribs, Credible smirks and nods, whilst the rest of The Network seem pretty happy with the decision as well.

Cyrus: BECAUSE IT’S TIME YOU ALL REMEMBER, NOBODY CROSSES THE NETWORK AND GETS AWAY WITH IT!!!

Not to drawn out tonight, as Cyrus is clearly in a mood. He throws the microphone to the mat and begins to leave the ring, allowing the fans to heckle him the whole time. The rest of The Network follow along, leaving the ring, with Corino and Anderson doing their best to pump up Credible ahead of his title match tonight.

Finally, Dawn Marie holds the ropes for the hilariously hobbling Jack Victory, and they make their way to the backstage area as well…

…

Instead of the opening video playing like usual for an episode of Hardcore TV, it’s subbed for a different video package tonight…

***

‘November Rain’ by Prince is the soundtrack for the video package, which is a substantial recap of the November To Remember pay per view. It begins with Da Baldies vs. Hot Commodity vs. The Harris Twins, until The Sandman interrupts and lays out everybody with Singapore Cane shots.​

Masato Tanka defeated The Sandman in a typical ECW match.

Bryan Danielson made Guido Maritato submit in a Submission only match.​

Eddie Guerrero defeated Low Ki in an impressive ECW return for ‘Latino Heat’.​

Christopher Daniels defeated Super Crazy in two straight falls in a Two Out Of Three Falls match. ​

Eye Balls won the ECW Tag Team Championships, defeating Christian York and Joey Matthews, Danny Doring and Roadkill, and Johnny Swinger and Simon Diamond in a Falls Count Anywhere match. ​

Kid Kash defeated Justin Credible in one of the biggest wins of his career. ​

Yoshihiro Tajiri defeated CW Anderson to pry the ECW Television Championship away from The Network.​

Homicide defeated Tommy Dreamer in a Street Fight. After the match, New Jack returned to brawl with Homicide, sending Homicide and himself crashing through a table after a dive off a balcony.​

Steve Corino defeated Rhino to retain the ECW Championship.

***

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-​

Returning from the break, we head to the back, where JOEY STYLES gives us a brief recap of what we saw before the commercial break.

Joey Styles: And in a surprise for all the viewers out there in TV land, I’ve the pleasure of being joined by a special guest tonight… The ECW Commissioner… SHANE DOUGLAS!!!

Accompanied by his custom cackle, SHANE DOUGLAS does indeed appear standing next to Joey.

Joey Styles: Before we get on with the rest of the show, I have to ask what do you think of Cyrus’ announcement. Yoshihiro Tajiri defending the ECW Television Championship against Justin Credible tonight!

Styles look on eagerly as Douglas smirks.

Shane Douglas: I don’t have any objections, Joey. I heard everything Cyrus had to say, and that’s all okay by me. I’ve approved the match because I like it.

Joey is pumped because Tajiri/Credible for the TV Title has been confirmed for tonight’s show.

Shane Douglas: As a matter of fact, it sets the scene perfectly for what I was planning to do anyway. You see, this month is going to be known as the month of champions. Every title is going to be defended in the next month. And outside of the TV Title situation, I’ve got another announcement to make right now. By virtue of his impressive victory at November To Remember… Within the month of champions, in three weeks’ time, our ECW World Heavyweight Champion Steve Corino is going to defend the title against Kid Kash!!!

Everybody seems happy with that as ‘The Voice of ECW’ now takes over, and sends us to ringside for our opening match…

…

Match One
Bryan Danielson vs. Michael Shane

Despite it being a mystery to the viewer, it seems as if these two may know each other. They circle each other cagily, smirks on their faces, before Danielson steps forward, offering a handshake to his opponent. With a scoff, Shane backs away and shakes his head, apparently not interested in fighting with honour.

This removed the smirk from Danielson’s face as the action begins, and they lock up. As they go back and forth in the early stages, on commentary, Styles and Douglas fill us in on their history together. Both men were trained at the same professional wrestling school, and they were both trained by Shawn Michaels himself. As the action continues, despite Shane clearly having talent, Danielson is a step ahead in most exchanges.

Eventually Shane creates some space between the two, wanting to land a killer blow… SUPERKICK!!! NO!!!

DANIELSON AVOIDS THE KICK AND NAILS A DRAGON SUPLEX!!!

DANIELSON MAINTAINS THE BRIDGE…1…2…3!!!

Winner: Bryan Danielson via pinfall @ 4:12​

After the match, Danielson gets a nice ovation, continuing his momentum with yet another victory. He’s all smiles now, whilst an irritated Shane is forced to lick his wounds on the outside…

…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK- ​

Upon returning from the break, we get another video package…

***

Homicide defeated Tommy Dreamer in a Street Fight. After the match, New Jack returned to brawl with Homicide, sending Homicide and himself crashing through a table after a dive off a balcony.

NEW JACK IS BACK!!!

***​

We then return to the commentary booth, where JOEY STYLES and SHANE DOUGLAS stand by. Joey looks at the Commissioner, who looks like he has something to say.

Shane Douglas: New Jack was chomping at the bit to come back and fight somebody, convincing him to do that was the easy part. I haven’t talked to New Jack since and I’m basically just going to let him do his thing. Here’s what I can confirm, any time he wants the actual match against Homicide, I can make that happen. I’ll be ready with a contract.

Joey is pumped as are the fans, but ‘The Franchise’ raises a hand as if to confirm that he’s not finished.

Shane Douglas: Sorry, Joey, I wanted to take this time to address our tag team division as well. Eye Balls were incredible at November To Remember and we have new champions. They can enjoy their victory for now, but in two weeks, they will participate in the month of champions. Eye Balls are going to defend those titles for the first time against the winners of the next match.

More exciting news from Douglas, as Styles now sends us back to ringside for the match…

…

Match Two
Winners get a shot at the ECW Tag Team Championships
Christian York and Joey Matthews vs. Danny Doring and Roadkill vs. Guido Maritato and Tony Mamaluke vs. Team Me

All these teams are eager to impress and get right back in the race when it comes to the tag titles. This means this ones just a balls to the wall spot fest. There are no tags, no strategy, it’s just out and out mayhem between all eight men.

Everyone tries really hard and it’s an entertaining five minutes, which everybody cramming plenty into the match. In the end, Doring and Roadkill manage to isolate Matthews inside of the ring, whilst everybody else is occupied with brawling on the outside. DORING AND ROADKILL MANAGE TO HIT THE BUGGY BANG ON MATTHEWS!!!

Roady stands guard AS DORING HOOKS THE LEG…1…2…3!!!

Winners: Danny Doring and Roadkill via pinfall @ 5:48​

The fans pop loudly for the result, knowing we now have a babyface match of Eye Balls vs. Doring and Roadkill to look forward to. For now though, Doring and Roadkill continue to celebrate to the fans, content with their performance tonight and they opportunity they have earned…

…

And we’re back to the commentary duo of JOEY STYLES and SHANE DOUGLAS.

Shane Douglas: You know what, Joey? I’ll let you announce this one…

With a knowing grin, Douglas hands Joey a small piece of paper. Styles unfolds the paper, and his eyes go wide in excitement.

Joey Styles: Oh my god. I don’t believe it! Ladies and gentlemen, ECW Commissioner Shane Douglas has just confirmed that next week we will see a first. For the first time ever, Low Ki will go one on one with Super Crazy!!! I can’t wait.

Douglas chuckles whilst Styles gives him an approving look, before sending us away…

…

We now get some pre-taped comments from everybody’s favourite returnee, EDDIE GUERRERO. ‘Latino Heat’’ is standing in his wrestling gear, sweat dripping down his chest, as clearly this was recorded after his match at November To Remember.

Eddie Guerrero: I have to be completely honest with everybody, I’ve come back to a different ECW to when I left.

Eddie wipes some sweat off his chest with his towel.

Eddie Guerrero: It’s safe to say that there’s good young talent here, vato’s. That Low Ki gave me a tougher fight than I expected.

Guerrero gives a little silent golf clap, paying respect to Low Ki.

Eddie Guerrero: Considering some of things I’ve been going through, I haven’t been keeping up with some of the younger talent in the business recently. I admit I had never seen Low Ki wrestle; I’d only heard positive things about how he was briefly the TV Champion. I’ve also heard some good talk about those promising esse’s Christopher Daniels and Bryan Danielson and the tremendous debut years they’ve all been having.

My favourite of all time continues to nod along with his rather generic promo.

Eddie Guerrero: I’m here to build myself back up to the top no matter how long it takes. I want to face all of them if I can.

Eddie’s all serious when he says that, ready for competition.

Eddie Guerrero: And I will fight the youngsters and teach them a thing or two, but that’s not the only reason why I’m here, holmes. You see, I wouldn’t mind getting my hands back on the TV Title or even getting a shot at the ECW Title!!! That’s why I’m here!!!

The ‘superstar’ then signals for championship gold to come around his Latin waist, before we cut to the final commercial break of the evening…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-

Match Three
ECW Television Championship Match
Yoshihiro Tajiri (c) defends against Justin Credible

Going back as far as November To Remember 2000, Tajiri tends to have Credible’s number in big match title situations. The same looked obvious early again in this one as Tajiri was able to keep Credible off balance with his vicious kicks.

It actually seems as if Tajiri could look to finish Credible off, but instead he opts to inflict more punishment to The Network member. The beatdown continues until the fans begin to boo and Tajiri stops focusing on Credible, as CW ANDERSON RUNS DOWN TO RINGSIDE AND JUMPS ONTO THE APRON!!!

The former TV Champion is furious, yelling and abusing ‘The Japanese Buzzsaw’. Tajiri stomps over, ignoring CW’s racist remarks… ROUNDHOUSE KICKS TO ANDERSON!!!

NO!!! ANDERSON LEAPS OFF THE APRON TO AVOID CONTACT…

AND THEN CREDIBLE RUNS THROUGH TAJIRI WITH A CLOTHESLINE!!!

This allows Credible to finally take over. The former ECW Champion goes to work from the fan who took the title from him at the first place, looking for revenge. Unfortunately for Credible, he’s unable to put Tajiri away, and after nailing a BASEMENT DROPKICK during a mad scramble, Tajiri begins to fight back.

Sensing the momentum getting away from Credible, CW LEAPS ON THE APRON AGAIN, DISTRACTING THE REFEREE…

BECAUSE ECW CHAMPION STEVE CORINO HAS JUMPED ONTO THE APON ON THE OPPSITE SIDE OF THE RING!!!

Tajiri has no idea, focusing in on Anderson as he goes close to the ropes, walking around the prone body of Credible… CORINO DECKS TAJIRI WITH A HARD FOREARM TO THE BACK OF THE NECK!!!

As Tajiri goes down, The Network members get off the apron, and conveniently, Credible recovers rather quickly. Credible grabs Tajiri and sends him bouncing off the ropes… TILT A WHIRL…

INTO THE THAT’S INCREDIBLE!!!

NO!!! TAJIRI REVERSES WITH AN INSIDE CRADLE…1…2…3!!!

Winner: Yoshiro Tajiri via pinfall @ 13:06​

An ENORMOUS pop goes up from the fans, and Tajiri has his hand raised by the referee. The Japanese extremist immediately gets his TV Title, and raises it in his hand, WHEN HE GETS ATTACKED FROM BEHIND BY CW ANDERSON!!!

Steve Corino is quick to join in, and much to the dismay of the fans, the two of them stomp the living hell out of Tajiri.

As the beating continues, Corino takes a moment to step away and he helps the furious Credible back to his feet.

The three talk a bit of strategy until Credible and CW bring Tajiri to his feet, holding him in place… SO CORINO CAN DROP TAJIRI WITH THE OLD SCHOOL KICK!!!

Tajiri is damn near unconscious now, not moving on the mat, and the three men laugh in the ring. Unfathomably, the heat gets even LOUDER as the leader of The Network, CYRUS walks down the ramp and joins his crew in the ring.

A gloating Cyrus grabs a microphone from a member of the ringside crew, before standing over Tajiri with his buddies.

Cyrus: You need to know your place! You’re going to end up like Rhino.

Major boos directed at Cyrus, who continues to stand over the Jap.

Cyrus: And what means is that you’ll be gone too!!!

As The Network continue to stand over Tajiri, the TV Champ instinctively rolls underneath the bottom rope and to the outside.

Anderson looks to go and grab Tajiri but Cyrus stops him, realizing Tajiri is no longer a threat for tonight.

The quartet continue to bask in the heat from the crowd, when the mood in the arena changes…

BECAUSE EYE BALLS… BALLS MAHONEY AND PIERRE CARL OULETTE RUN DOWN THE RAMP!!!

Cyrus’ eyes bug out and he immediately yells “GO GET THEM”, so Anderson and Credible leave the ring, meeting the tag champs on the ramp.

ALL FOUR MEN START TRADING PUNCHES ON THE ENTRANCE RAMP, NEITHER TEAM BACKING DOWN!!!

Corino and Cyrus simply watch on with interest, whilst the fans break out into an “ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chant.

The brawl continues between the four men, when a ton of SECURITY sprint down the entrance ramp, and they begin breaking the fight up.

More boos from the fans, whilst Cyrus applauds the security ‘rightfully’ doing their jobs. Eventually, the four men are separated, and they all get dragged to the back.

With Tajiri still down on the outside, this leaves the smug Cyrus and ECW Champion Corino remaining in the ring.

Cyrus: Wow! No relation to Justin, but that was incredible.

The audience doesn’t react too much as the two men in the ring giggle at Cyrus’ ‘cleverness’.

Cyrus: Despite the TV Champ AND the tag champs coming after us, they didn’t even touch our ECW Champion.

Corino smirks, requesting the microphone from Cyrus. The champ straightens the title on his shoulder, having picked it up after the beat down on Tajiri.

Steve Corino: I’ll tell you why that is, it’s because nobody can touch me!

Major heat from the fans again as Corino begins to obnoxiously brag.

Steve Corino: I beat the untouchable and that makes me the untouchable. I beat Rhino for the first time in a year and a half.

The champ holds up one finger, whilst Cyrus applauds him. The fans don’t though, they’re not happy.

Steve Corino: Not only did I beat him, but I stole his title, and I broke his neck.

BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO as The Network members inside the ring continue to look impressed with themselves.

Steve Corino: I AM THE BIG FUCKING DEAL… BY TRANSITIVE PROPERTY, I’M ALSO THE WHOLE FUCKING SHOW… BY TRANSITIVE PROPERTY, I’M ALSO THE HUMAN SUPLEX MACHINE… BY TRANSITIVE PROPERTY, I’M ALSO THE FRANCHISE!!!

The outburst from Corino gets plenty more heat from the fans, but the champ clearly believes what he’s saying. He now extends the microphone back towards Cyrus but immediately withdraws it when “Perfect Strangers” by Deep Purple brings out the real Franchise, SHANE DOUGLAS. The fans mark out for the appearance of the Commissioner, whilst on commentary, Joey Styles talks about how Douglas left the commentary position a few minutes ago, not enjoying The Network’s attack.

Inside of the ring, Corino and Cyrus look annoyed at Douglas’ interruption, but the man in the black and yellow suit smirks at them, before getting inside of the ring. Douglas pulls a microphone out of his pocket and his music cuts off before he can get to the catchphrase, so he just starts speaking anyway.

Shane Douglas: Look kid, I let you run your mouth because you’re the champ, but you better watch yourself.

It’s clear that Douglas didn’t like Corino calling himself the franchise, but Corino rolls his eyes, not looking bothered.

Steve Corino: Oh yeah? What are you going to do? Are you going to “shoot” on me?

Boos from the crowd as Cyrus laughs, patting back Corino on the back for the ‘good one’.

Steve Corino: In all seriousness, I know why you’re out here. I appreciate that you want the old ECW back.

Douglas nods his head, not disagreeing with that statement.

Steve Corino: But it isn’t happening because this is the new era of ECW, this is The Network’s era. And make no mistake about it, I’m the greatest ECW Champion of all time.

More applause from Cyrus, whilst the fans boo and Douglas looks annoyed.

Steve Corino: Let me spell it out for you, old timer. What I’m saying is that even if I was around back in your day, I’d still be the ECW Champion and The Network would be the only stable that ever mattered.

The ECW Champ has a shit eating grin now, clearly just trying to take shots at the Commissioner. Douglas keeps himself together though and hits back.

Shane Douglas: That’s actually pretty funny. The three of you, (pointing at Cyrus) not including that jack off who doesn’t wrestle, will never be more than a second rate version of the Triple Threat.

Reliving his glory days, Douglas throws up the ‘Triple Threat’ sign which gets a CRAZY reaction from the fans. The Network clearly disagree though, as Cyrus now takes the microphone from Corino.

Cyrus: You know Shane, I must admit, this you trying to compete with us business, it’s been nice…

Whilst saying that, Cyrus’ face shows that he’s being extremely sarcastic.

Cyrus: And whilst it took me a few weeks to adjust, I have. Your little attempt to derail my vision has failed.

Boos because the fans don’t agree, whilst ‘The Franchise’ rolls his eyes.

Cyrus: We’ve already got the ECW Championship. Tajiri is about to lose the TV Title, Balls and his pirate friend won’t be able to handle what’s coming to them…

More heat for the cocky Cyrus, as Corino laughs at his pirate comment.

Cyrus: We’re so close to being in complete control and you need to face the facts. The old ECW is DEAD.

“ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chant from the fans who aren’t happy with that statement. The Commissioner doesn’t seem impressed either.

Cyrus: I don’t believe that you’re just here on a crusade to make sure I don’t abuse my power. Why did you even bother coming back?

No response from Douglas so Cyrus presses further.

Cyrus: You’re injured and broken down, you’re passed it. It’s not like you could ever come back to the ring and NOT be a total embarrassment.

This pisses off Shane to no end, who takes a step forward, AND GRABS CYRUS BY THE COLLAR!!!

Douglas cocks his fist, to cheers from the fans and Corino looks set to step in, but Cyrus holds him back, not looking afraid.

Cyrus: Whoa, whoa, be careful…

He shrugs Douglas off of him, full of confidence.

Cyrus: You should know the rules by now. Talent can’t lay their hands on The Network!

Cyrus is full of attitude now, and the fans hate on their attitude. Surprisingly though, ‘The Franchise’ now gets a grin on his face.

Shane Douglas: I AM THE NETWORK… YOU FUCKING STOOGE!!!

A BIG time pop and before anybody can react… SHANE DOUGLAS TAKES DOWN CYRUS WITH A BELLY TO BELLY SUPLEX!!!

The ovation is huge, as another “ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chant breaks through. Corino is having a fit, stomping his feet, red faced, but he knows it’s not in his best interest to lay his hands on Douglas.

Shane looks really serious again now, stepping into Corino’s face as Cyrus rolls around on the mat.

Shane Douglas: This isn’t over and that’s a message about how serious I am…

Suddenly, a buzz goes around the audience, some sort of commotion happening.

Shane Douglas: And here’s another…

Now we know why the crowd was buzzing, as JERRY LYNN HAS COME THROUGH THE CROWD AND ENTERED THE RING!!!

The fans are marking out and Corino has no idea, just yelling incoherently at Douglas…

WHEN LYNN TURNS CORINO AROUND… KICKS HIM IN THE GUT…

AND LYNN DRILLS THE ECW CHAMPION WITH THE CRADLE PILEDRIVER!!!

“ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chants go up as The Network has well and truly been foiled tonight. Douglas nods at Lynn, who picks up the ECW Title… AND LYNN RAISES THE TITLE ABOVE HIS HEAD TO MASSIVE CHEERS FROM THE FANS!!!

With the title on his shoulder, Lynn shares a respectful handshake with Douglas.

The two continue to stand over Corino and Cyrus, seemingly happy with how the night has gone, as we fade to black…

END OF SHOW​

 

[Stojy]

This wasn't exactly planned but blame Dubb and his BTBOTY posts for reminding me of other projects I want to continue. As mentioned previously in this BTB, whilst the booking is the same as a previous version of this BTB, all the shows being posted at the moment are freshly written to avoid the monthly road to recaps I did the first time.

ECW Hardcore TV
November 24th, 2001
Nashville, Tennessee ​

The show begins with those oh so famous “ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chants ringing through everybody’s ears. Meanwhile, backstage, at the commentary position, both full of smiles for another big night are ‘The Voice Of ECW’, JOEY STYLES and the ECW Commissioner, SHANE DOUGLAS.

The duo listens to the intense fans chanting for the favourite promotion, savouring the moment before speaking.

Joey Styles: Ladies and gentlemen, I’m Joey Styles, alongside ‘The Franchise’, Shane Douglas and welcome to ECW Hardcore TV! We already have the wrestlers for the first match tonight on their way to the ring, so we don’t have long. But kudos to you for the main event you’ve booked for tonight’s show. The Network’s CW Anderson teaming with the ECW Champion Steve Corino to take on Eddie Guerrero and another top contender in Kid Kash. I can’t wait for this one.

Douglas smiles at Joey’s appraisal.

Shane Douglas: I’m glad you’re excited for it, Styles. I’ve done a lot of bad things in my career, but none of that matters. I take this Commissioner job extremely seriously, and I plan on making this the best product possible.

Both seem happy with that as Joey then sends us to ringside for our opening match…

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Match One
Homicide vs. The Sandman

They don’t last long in the ring once this starts, as both men willingly engage in a big, ugly brawl. After shoving the referee out of the way, they end up fighting their way around ringside. Whilst there’s not much weapon use in the early stages, it’s just a good, old vicious fight, which Homicide started getting the better of.

As The Sandman staggers away, continuing to get lit up with strikes from Homicide, Sandman notices his Singapore Cane. He desperately picks it up… AND SANDMAN SWINGS WILDLY, CRACKING HOMICIDE ACROSS THE STOMACH AND RIBS WITH THE CANE!!!

Struggling to breathe after that one, Homicide rolls back into the ring and creates some distance. Shaking out the cobwebs, with an annoyed look on his face, Sandman, equipped with Cane, rolls back inside also. Standing over Homicide now… SANDMAN GOES NUTS WITH CANE AFTER CANE SHOT ON HOMICIDE!!!

All Homicide can do is shell up and protect himself, as the “ECDUB” chants continue… UNTIL CRACK!!!​

THE SANDMAN GOES DOWN…​

THANKS TO A SHOT IN THE BACK OF THE HEAD FROM A SINGAPORE CANE…​

BY JUSTIN CREDIBLE!

Credible stands over the fallen Sandman, a huge smile on his face, as the fans boo the hell out of him. Having no choice, the referee communicates with the time keeper and throws out the match. Before the ref can scurry from the ring, annoyed of the result ruling, HOMICIDE GRABS THE REFEREE AND THROWS THEM OUT OF THE RING!!!​

No Contest @ 4:28​

Homicide isn’t happy with the how the much has ended, and with hands on hips, he turns his attention towards Credible. Sensing danger here, Credible quickly takes a few steps back as he digs into his pockets, and he pulls a wad of cash out of his iconic jean shorts.

Homicide is certainly interested in the money, snatching the stack from Credible. He observes the money closely, as Credible grabs a mic and points down at The Sandman.

Justin Credible: That piece of shit right there is still breathing. The Network wants this job finished…

MAJOR heat from the fans, as Homicide shrugs, and heads towards The Sandman. Credible smirks with a glint in his eye, as Homicide grabs Sandman… SETTING HIM UP FOR THE COP KILLA!!!

NO!!!

***GUNSHOT*** ​

***NATURAL BORN KILLAZ*** ​

It’s a tremendous ovation that greets the arrival of NEW JACK. He’s not unarmed either, Jack has his grocery cart full of weapons with him. Inside of the ring, Homicide has just left Sandman on the canvas, all his attention now focused on Jack.

Of all the weapons, Jack picks a trash can from out of the cart and rolls into the ring with it… JACK NAILS CREDIBLE IN THE HEAD WITH THE TRASH CAN!!!

As Credible rolls out for a reprieve, Homicide approaches… NEW JACK NAILS HOMICIDE WITH THE TRASH CAN LID AS WELL!!!

Showing his toughness, Homicide staggers but remains on his feet, until Credible trips him up and pulls him to the outside.

Homicide looks to get back into the fight, but Credible won’t let him. The Sandman has recovered now and both he and New Jack are asking for Homicide and Credible to get back into the ring…

…

As the tension still builds, backstage SHANE DOUGLAS looks urgent. He has removed his headset and grabbed a microphone.

Shane Douglas: NO, THIS ISN’T ENDING LIKE THIS… GET A NEW REFEREE OUT THERE… THIS IS NOW A TAG TEAM MATCH!!!

The drama continues, awaiting for the referee to appear and restart the match, as Credible continues to refrain Homicide. Whilst we wait, we head to our first break of the evening…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-

Match Two
Homicide and Justin Credible vs. New Jack and The Sandman

We return from the break and this one is underway. Despite the match reset, and a new referee, order is never really restored throughout this. As soon as the match was made official, Homicide and Credible got back in the ring and decided to scrap it out.

Whilst initially it’s all four men going at it, it isn’t long before Homicide and Jack pair off, separating from their partners. They fight throughout ringside, nothing pretty, just a straight fight with both men trading the advantage. After dropping Homicide momentarily, New Jack makes it to his trolley and manages to grab something out of it.

We can’t quite see what is, until Homicide gets close… JACK STABS HOMICIDE HARD IN THE FOREHEAD WITH A SCREWDRIVER!!!

The “ECDUB” chants for this are pretty loud, whilst Homicide drop to his knees, blood beginning to trickle down his forehead and over his eyes. Jack clearly enjoys the carnage, but as he drops the screwdriver… HOMICIDE CHARGES HIM… AND THEY BOTH GO TUMBLING OVER THE BARRICADE AND INTO THE CROWD!!!

Once they struggle back to their feet, their brawl continues through the crowd. With no awareness of where they’re at, they continue to fight, all the way through the arena doors, AND HOMICIDE AND NEW JACK CONTINUE FIGHTING OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING!!!

We lose visibility of them once they are outside of the arena, so lets focus on the action inside of the ring. The Sandman is on top of Credible, standing over him… THE SANDMAN REPEATEDLY SMASHES CREDIBLE’S PRONE WITH A SINGAPORE CANE!!!

This continues until boos emanate from the fans. The Sandman looks confused at the reaction… UNTIL HE TURNS STRAIGHT INTO A CHAIN COVERED LEFT HANDED PUNCH TO THE FACE!!!​

FROM CW ANDERSON!!!

The audience is disgusted The Sandman goes down, and CW helps Credible up. Albeit spaghetti legged, Credible does stand on his own two feet, before hoisting The Sandman up… THAT’S INCREDIBLE CONNECTS!!!​

CREDIBLE HOOKS THE SANDMAN’S LEG…1…2…3!!! ​

Winners: Homicide and Justin Credible via pinfall @ 4:08​

Credible’s music hits after scoring the pinfall to a less than favourable reaction from the crowd. The sickening Justin Credible forces the referee to raise his hand in victory, as The Sandman remains down and not moving.

CW Anderson is quick to join Credible in the ring, and the two share a high five, laughing at the chain on Anderson’s fist. The two share some words, almost motioning towards Sandman, potentially talking about him, before Credible requests a microphone from a member of the ringside crew.

Once Credible gets the stick, he’s forced to wait for the heat to die down from the fans before he can speak.

Justin Credible: Homicide clearly has his hands full with some, uh, business at the moment, so he’s not here. To be entirely honest, I don’t even know what happened.

Credible and Anderson both shrug their shoulders carelessly, obviously not really caring about the mercenary.

Justin Credible: But that’s why my boy CW Anderson is out here right now. Homicide might be occupied but we have a job tonight. You see, it has come to our attention from Cyrus’ contacts at The Network that The Network will be VERY happy if The Sandman no longer has a “significant presence” in ECW.

The two don’t look in joking moods anymore, whilst the fans are getting louder with their heat also.

Justin Credible: I know you’re nothing but a bunch of rednecks and hicks here in Nashville, so let me clarify for you all. To explain corporate talk to you fucking idiots, that means we’re taking The Sandman out, just like we took out Mikey.

MAJOR boos for this statement, but the former ECW Champion doesn’t care, as he simply throws the microphone to the canvas. Credible and Anderson now share a few words, before they begin dragging The Sandman’s body towards the apron…

WHEN DANNY DORING AND ROAKILL SPRINT OUT FROM THE BACK AND SLIDE INTO THE RING!!!

All fired up, Doring and Roadkill begin trading blows with Credible and Anderson, making the save for The Sandman.

The fans have erupted for the appearance of one of their favourite teams, as they continue to put in work.

The brawling is rather even between the two teams, as they continue to trade punches, until The Sandman has managed to recover.

Looking down at the canvas, The Sandman picks up his half broken Singapore Cane… AND CHARGES TOWARDS THE BRAWLING TEAMS!!!

BUT CW ANDERSON AND CREDIBLE SEE HIM COMING AND QUICKLY ROLL UNDERNEATH THE BOTTOM ROPE AND TO THE OUTSIDE!!!

More of those famous “ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chants ring out, as The Sandman, Doring and Roadkill have managed to force The Network to flee.

Credible and Anderson continue to back away, whilst The Sandman goes to the outside and searches under the ring. After a few moments of searching, THE SANDMAN FINDS A BEER COOLER!!!

The Sandman throws it into the ring and follows in, immediately grabbing a few cans of beer out. The Sandman passes a can to Doring and one to Roadkill, and they all crack open a can each, EVEN THE BIG AMISH MAN!!!

Amongst LOUD “ECDUB”, “ECDUB”, “ECDUB” chants, the trio share a drink together, having come out on top of Credible and Anderson tonight. The celebration continues as we cut to our first commercial break of the evening.


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We head to a generic looking set area backstage, where the ECW Tag Team Champions EYE BALLS are standing by. BALLS MAHONEY AND PIERRE CARL OULETTE have a title each on their shoulders, both looking to be in a rather serious yet calm mood tonight. Oh and of course PCO has his eye patch on.

Balls Mahoney: Firstly, I just wanted to say congratulations to Danny Doring and Roadkill. You boys clearly hate The Network just as much as we do, because just as we were going to stop those no good sons of bitches from beating down The Sandman, you guys beat us to it. We respect you for that, but you’re the challengers for our tag titles next week so that’s where the niceties end. We are taking next week far too seriously to make friends, we’ve worked one whole year to get these titles.

A rather passionate Mahoney touches his title as he makes that statement.

Pierre Carl Oulette: We’ve bled, we’ve sweat, and we’ve worked our asses off for the past year to get these titles. These belts were all that I could think about and all that I could see.

Balls awkwardly points at PCO’s eye patch.

Balls Mahoney: Ummm, that could be because you have one eye…

PCO rolls his one working eye and shakes his head, not about to buy into a joke. They’re supposed to be serious right now remember?

Pierre Carl Oulette: Well let me put it like this then, I didn’t lose an eye and kill myself throughout my whole career just to come to ECW and lose these titles the first time out.

Mahoney takes back over now.

Balls Mahoney: What we’re trying to say is one way or another, these belts are going to be here with us for a long time.

Both men nod their head in agreement with that statement.

Balls Mahoney: So Doring… Roadkill… After next week, we truly wish you both good luck…

One more pause, before switching the mood.

Balls Mahoney: But as for next week, all bets are off. You boys aren’t going to be leaving with these titles, and you won’t even be leaving with chickens. All you’ll be leaving with next week is with your dicks in your hands.

The champs have well and truly sent their message, and they continue to stare toughly into the camera, before we cut to a break…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-

Match Three
Low Ki vs. Super Crazy

Whilst both men have it in their nature to compete, with Ki especially enjoying hurting people, there is a mutual respect between these two. The fans applaud appreciatively as the two warriors begin things with a handshake. As the match progressed with both men going back and forth, looking impressive, there was a change up on commentary. Shane Douglas was forced to leave to perform some “Commissioner duties”, leaving Joey Styles on his own. That didn’t last long though as CHRISTOPHER DANIELS decided to join Joey up at The Eagle’s Nest.

Daniels basically just took the time to be his arrogant self, talking about how he’s undefeated. He then talked up both men, and how incredible they were, only to remind our viewers that he has already beaten both of them. Back inside of the ring, Crazy eventually used his experience advantage to lay Ki out… TRIPLE MOONSAULT FROM CRAZY!!!​

NO!!! LOW KI ROLLS OUT OF THE WAY… AVOIDING THE MOONSAULT FROM THE TOP ROPE!!!

Crazy crashes and burns, grabbing at his mid-section and gasping for air. Surprisingly, he’s to his feet rather quickly, almost on instinct, but it’s easy pickings for Ki to grab him… AND NAIL THE KI KRUSHER!!!

Instead of going for the cover, Ki brings Crazy up… LOCKING IN THE DRAGON CLUTCH!!!

Crazy flails around for a few seconds, trying to find a way out, before succumbing to the old… CRAZY TAPS OUT!!!​

Winner: Low Ki @ 8:16 ​

After the match, Ki has his hand raised by the referee, getting a very strong ovation from the crowd. ‘The Warrior’ isn’t one for theatrics, preparing to leave the ring, when we cut to see CHRISTOPHER DANIELS up at The Eagle’s Nest. He now stands with the commentary headset off, instead holding a microphone. ‘The Fallen Angel’ mockingly applauds Low Ki, pretending to yawn before speaking.

Christopher Daniels: Well done, Low Ki, well done. That was a nice win, but in case you didn’t know, I’ve already beaten Super Crazy. It’s an important point to remember because it’s emblematic of just what you are compared to ‘The Fallen Angel’…

Daniels pauses for just a moment, his arrogant smirk widening.

Christopher Daniels: Compared to me, you’re second best.

Boos ring out for the arrogance of Daniels, who drops his mic. Meanwhile, Low Ki is fuming in the ring, the gloss of his victory seemingly ruined…

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Somewhere outside the arena, huffing and puffing but seemingly having separated himself from his nemesis, HOMICIDE speaks.

Homicide: This been going to long and I’m done. I’m tired of this shit.

The mercenary thinks for a moment, before exploding with fury.

Homicide: NEW JACK’S TIME IS OVER!!!

‘The Notorious 187’ spits venom, absolutely fuming.

Homicide: I AM GOING TO KILL HIM!!!

Suddenly, an equally as frazzled NEW JACK appears, shirt ripped, sweaty, but ready for more.

New Jack: KILL ME NOW, BITCH!!!

NEW JACK LEAPS AT HOMICIDE, REIGNITING THE BRAWL!!!

Jack beats Homicide to the punch, hammering away with right hands, causing Homicide to stagger backwards. Before Jack starts going after Homicide, he turns his attention towards the camera man.

New Jack: Make sure you follow us…

The camera man clearly does as he’s told, following Jack, who reaches Homicide. Homicide fights back and the two continue to trade blows, fighting out onto the road. They cross the road together, a blur of punches and profanity, eventually making it to the other side without being run over.

Both men continue to bring the violence, when we hear a voice over the footage…

Joey Styles: We’ve got to cut away, we’ve got our main event promo and match to get to.

Homicide and New Jack continue to exchange blows, but unfortunately we don’t get to see anymore, cutting away from the scene…

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In the back, the ECW WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION STEVE CORINO stands by. The champ is dressed for action, looking chock full of confidence, flanked as always by the gorgeous DAWN MARIE, and the loyal, JACK VICTORY.

Steve Corino: I don’t think our Commissioner really thought through my next title defence. I made it past Rhino, the most feared man in the industry, the man NOBODY could beat. I didn’t just beat Rhino, I ran him out of this company and now I’m supposed to be shaking in my boots over Jerry Lynn and Kid Kash.

Corino chuckles to himself, causing his buddies to laugh as well.

Steve Corino: There’s no reason to be so I’m not afraid of Jerry Lynn. At this point, the guys a joke. How many times is he going to come back at The Network before he realises he’s done?

‘The King Of Old School’ pretends as if he’s counting the amount of times, but runs out of fingers.

Steve Corino: I’ll give him his due, he had a role to play at one point in time. He played it, somewhat successfully, but then he stopped being useful because he just can’t do it anymore.

The champ shakes his head in disdain at the thought of Lynn.

Steve Corino: Now, as for Kid Kash, well, whatever…

He shrugs nonchalantly.

Steve Corino: I know the role I have as champion in ECW, but I don’t care. I know I have a role as the World Heavyweight Champion to make every new challenger look good and get over with the crowd. That’s my responsibility, but I’m not interested in helping somebody like Kid Kash.

Corino screws up his face at the thought, looking disgusted.

Steve Corino: I’ve learnt the hard way that being giving isn’t worth it. I’m not interested in helping anyone else but myself and The Network right now. I’ve helped people in the past and look at the thanks I get.

The champ truly looks irritated as he reminisces.

Steve Corino: I helped Yoshihiro Tajiri and he tried to kill me. I helped Rhino and he tried to break my neck, so enough is enough. I’m not waiting around for the next one.

Corino taps the title around his waist to start emphasising his next point.

Steve Corino: So I’m going to do what the champ does.

Victory pats him on the back encouragingly.

Steve Corino: I’ll do what needs to be done. I’ll let Kid Kash do all his cool little dives and flips and shit. I’ll make him look real good, and then I’ll do what I always do, then I’m going to win.

He now turns his attention towards his comrades behind him.

Steve Corino: DAWN… FLASH THE TITS!!!

Well, it’s not a flash but she certainly shows some cleavage. That causes Victory to throw up the V.

Jack Victory: HIGH SPOT!!!

Steve Corino: LETS GO!!!

The fans pop in the arena like crazy as the trio disappear. They hate them, but apparently also love some titties, and with everybody in a good mood, we cut to a break…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-​

We’re supposed to return for our main event tonight, but instead, we’re back outside where HOMICIDE AND NEW JACK continue to brawl on some random footpath. The only difference now is there are flashing lights everywhere, AS THEY ARE CORNERED BY SEVERAL POLICE CARS!!!

The cops in the car are trying to speak through their megaphones to stop the fight, but Jack and Homicide won’t stop fighting. Eventually, Homicide overextends with a right hand… ALLOWING JACK TO GRAB HIM BY THE COLLAR… AND THROW HIM ONTO THE HOOD OF ONE OF THE POLICE CARS!!!

Jack leaps onto the hood and starts teeing off with right hands… UNTIL THE POLICE ENGAGE FROM BEHIND, HANDCUFFING NEW JACK!!!

As they drag Jack off of the hood of the car, Homicide seizes the opportunity to boot Jack hard in the face… SO NOW THE POLICE HANDCUFF HOMICIDE AS WELL!!!

Both men are being dragged in different directions, but most likely they will both end up in a cell. They continue to get taken away, yelling obscenities, as another office comes and places his palm over the camera, ending our footage of the explosive situation…

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Match Three
CW Anderson and Steve Corino w/Dawn Marie and Jack Victory vs. Eddie Guerrero and Kid Kash

Unlike the other tag match on tonight’s show, this one was a more traditional match, with all four men abiding by tag rules. Despite the fact that Kash is one of his upcoming challengers, it’s very noticeable throughout, that Corino seems to have an issue with Guerrero as well. Corino looked impressive as the champ, but every time he looked in trouble from Eddie or Kash, CW Anderson would step in as The Enforcer, and look to keep things on track.

The rules were followed until they weren’t as all hell did break loose towards the end of the match. With Kash and Eddie starting to get on top, CYRUS ran down the ramp to interfere, however SHANE DOUGLAS appeared right behind him. As they reached ringside, much to the delight of the fans, Douglas demanded that Cyrus “GO TO THE BACK”!

Cyrus argued back and as the two debated, and as this is happening, on the other side of ringside… EDDIE TAKES OUT ANDERSON WITH A PLANCHA!!!

The fans give Eddie an “ECDUB” chant, whilst inside the ring, Kash bounces off the ropes… ONLY FOR VICTORY TO GRAB HIS FOOT… TRIPPING HIM FROM OUTSIDE THE RING!!!

Furious at the interference, Douglas points at Cyrus, Dawn and Victory… AND HE EJECTS THEM ALL FROM RINGSIDE!!!

The Network members all throw a tantrum as ‘The Franchise’ demands they leave. They start to back away, when a furious Corino leans through the ropes, putting a hand on Douglas’ shoulder and spinning him around… ON INSTINCT, WITHOUT REALLY LOOKING… DOUGLAS NAILS CORINO IN THE JAW WITH A RIGHT HAND!!!

The Commissioner immediately looks distraught, realising what he’s done, as Corino staggers around… RIGHT INTO A MONEY MAKER FROM KID KASH!!!​

KASH HOOKS THE LEG…1…2…3!!! ​

Winners: Eddie Guerrero and Kid Kash @ 10:40​

The fans mark out for the result as Kid Kash has pinned Corino just two weeks away from their title match. Kash celebrated, alongside Eddie, who joins him in the ring, whilst Douglas hurries to the back, unhappy with his own involvement in the result.

Joey Styles: Kid Kash now has all the momentum in the world heading into his title shot against Corino in two weeks. One has to wonder what repercussions Shane Douglas may face next week for his involvement here tonight. You’ll have to tune in next week to find out, and alongside that, we’ll have Danny Doring and Roadkill vs. Eye Balls for the ECW Tag Team Championships…

The final shot we get before the show fades to black is of Kash standing on the top rope, signalling that the ECW Title will be around his waist in fourteen days…

END OF SHOW​

 

[Stojy]

Roster:

Owner: The Network
Commissioner: Shane Douglas
Commentators: Joey Styles
Backstage Interviewer: Stephen Prazak
Ring Announcer: Stephen DeAngelis

Angel
Balls Mahoney
Bill E. Wiles
Bryan Danielson
Chris Hamrick
Christian York
Christopher Daniels
CW Anderson
Cyrus
Danny Doring
Dawn Marie
Eddie Guerrero
EZ Money
Guido Maritato
Homicide
Jack Victory
Jerry Lynn
Joey Matthews
Johnny Swinger
Justin Credible
Kid Kash
Low Ki
New Jack
Pierre Carl Oulette
Roadkill
Sal E. Graziano
Scotty Anton
Simon Diamond
Steve Corino
Super Crazy
The Prodigy
The Sandman
Tommy Dreamer
Tony DeVito
Tony Mamaluke
Yoshihiro Tajiri

PPV Schedule
ECW Guilty As Charged 2002 – January 13th, 2002 – Villa Park, Illinois – The Odeum
ECW Living Dangerously 2002 – February 24th, 2002 – Monaca, Pennsylvania – The Golden Dome
ECW Hardcore Heaven 2002 – May 5th, 2002 – Milwaukee, Wisconsin – The Rave
ECW Heatwave 2002 – July 28th, 2002 – Dayton, Ohio – The Hara Arena
ECW Anarchy Rulz 2002 – October 6th, 2002 – Los Angeles, California – Grand Olympic Auditorium
ECW November To Remember 2002 – November 24th, 2002 - ???​

 

[Stojy]

ECW Hardcore TV
December 1st, 2001
Atlanta, Georgia
Centre Stage ​

It’s a new environment but a historical one for ECW, as we are at the infamous Centre Stage this week. Regardless of the arena, regardless of whether there’s a teleprompter, we’re still getting our “ECDUB” chants to start the show. The cameras pan around ringside, showing off the different look to an ECW show, and a big ECW show at that.

Joey Styles: Welcome to ECW Hardcore TV! I’m Joey Styles, ‘The Voice Of ECW’, and it’s my pleasure to welcome you all here tonight. We’ve got a fun show in store for the night, repercussions from last week will be felt, and others will continue to forge a road to Guilty As Charged. On top of all that, we’ve got ECW Tag Team Championships on the line in our main event when Eye Balls defend their titles against Danny Doring and Roadkill.

***OLD SCHOOL STYLE***​

Before Styles can hype the exciting main event any further, he’s interrupted by the music of the ECW WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION STEVE CORINO. The heat from the fans is enormous for the champion and his managers DAWN MARIE AND JACK VICTORY tonight, but ‘The King Of Old School’ ignores them completely, storming down the ramp with a face full of thunder. As Corino steps into the ring and looks to get a microphone, Styles talks about how Corino is clearly still furious at losing his match last week, thanks to being punched in the mouth by Shane Douglas. An annoyed Corino paces up and down the ring a few times, preparing to speak.

Steve Corino: SHANE DOUGLAS… LET’S NOT WASTE ANY TIME… GET YOUR ASS TO THE RING RIGHT NOW!!!

Corino’s all business tonight as he looks towards the curtain, not having to wait long for…

***PERFECT STRANGERS*** ​

The mood in the arena completely flips, LOUD cheers given for the arrival of the ECW COMMISSIONER, SHANE DOUGLAS. After momentarily losing his composure last week, Douglas looks calm and composed, stepping into the ring. Douglas’ music is still playing as he enters the ring, and he begins to put the microphone to his mouth, potentially ready to deliver a certain catchphrase when…

Steve Corino: CUT HIS FUCKING MUSIC!!!

A big time mixed reaction goes up for the interruption from Corino, some fans not liking it, whilst others can’t help but admire his humorous attempt at being a dick. Victory and Dawn clearly both like it, offering Corino a high five, but the champ brushes them off, still meaning business tonight. As cool as a cucumber, Douglas laughs off Corino’s attempt to rile him up.

Shane Douglas: Tell me, what can the Commissioner do for the champ?

Again, the relaxed and non-hostile attitude of Douglas infuriates Corino, so he immediately bites back.

Steve Corino: Oh come on, cut the shit. You can talk all you want about you’re not here to fulfil your own desires and you’re just here to make things fair, but that’s crap. Last week, you screwed me… IF YOU WANT A TITLE SHOT SO BADLY… YOU COULD JUST ASK ME LIKE A MAN!!!

Corino makes sure to take the title from his shoulder and show it to Douglas, clearly trying to get under his skin. The champion seems to get even more red faced, and even Dawn and Victory look shocked, when ‘The Franchise’ just greets him with another smile.

Shane Douglas: I’ve said it once and I’ll continue to say it until you and Cyrus understand. I’m not here to compete, I don’t want a title shot. I’m not interested.

This draws an eye roll from Corino and a slightly negative reaction from the fans, who would seemingly love to see Douglas get a title shot. Corino now gets right into Douglas’ face, doing his best to intimidate him.

Steve Corino: Oh okay, I think I understand where you’re coming from. Are you turning down a title shot because you know I’d kick your ass?

The audience gasps at the insult from Corino and for the first time tonight, it seems as if Corino has struck a nerve. A vein pulsates through the forehead of Douglas, as he gets a little angrier and/or passionate.

Shane Douglas: No, it has nothing to do with that, I promise you. Reason number one, I’m injured right now and it’s looking like I won’t be cleared to do anything for at least another two months.

Douglas holds up a second finger.

Shane Douglas: Reason number two? I’m not a hypocrite. I remember when I was a young man in your shoes, and I HATED when veterans would come back here. I hated when Ron Simmons, Tully Blanchard and Terry Funk would try and take THAT belt from me. They would try and take the spotlight away from me and away from all the younger guys who were in their prime.

The look on Corino’s face says he’s not buying it, but Douglas looks very serious.

Shane Douglas: Fast forward seven or eight years to right at this very moment, and I’m the old veteran who would just take away from younger and hungrier guys. At this age, I actually understand why those guys came back to prove something, but I’m trying to do the best thing for ECW. And the best thing for ECW is me NOT getting back into the ring.

Despite the fact that the audience would love to see Douglas in the ring again, there’s some cheers for his passionate, honest response. The Commissioner nods in appreciation to the reaction, but Corino shrugs it off, not believing a word of it.

Steve Corino: Stop lying. The reason why you don’t want a shot at me and my title is because you’re a coward…

Corino is right in Douglas’ face again and Shane takes a step back, trying to deescalate the situation, but Corino continues to walk forward. The Commissioner knows exactly what the champ is trying to do, and shoots him a knowing look before speaking again.

Shane Douglas: Nice try, kid, but you won’t goad me into anything. With that being said, I’ll continue to be honest when I say that I understand your anger.

The Commissioner nods earnestly, truly understanding Corino.

Shane Douglas: I’m the Commissioner of ECW and not a competitor and I never should have interfered in the match last week. I didn’t mean to do it, I felt your hand on my shoulder, trying to swing me around, and my instinct was to throw a punch. I need to work on that, so I’m sorry.

These words don’t seem to calm Corino down or ease his worries, as he still looks unimpressed, clutching his title. ‘The Franchise’ has more to get off his chest though.

Shane Douglas: Now considering it’s the month of champions, I understand that with your World Title on the line next week against Kid Kash, you might be concerned that I’ll interfere again. I won’t. I vow not to be at ringside for your match next week.

Finally, something that Douglas has said makes Corino happy, as he smiles at that statement. He then turns and faces Dawn and Victory, winking at them, knowing Douglas won’t be able to stop any conniving plans they might have. The Commissioner sees this and smiles again at Corino.

Shane Douglas: AND TO MAKE SURE THERE WILL BE NO INTERFERENCE AT ALL, I’M MAKING SURE NOBODY IS AT RINGSIDE!!! NOBODY, NETWORK OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING THE CRACK WHORE AND THE JACKOFF BEHIND YOU!!!

This garners a big pop from the fans, and it infuriates Corino and his managers, as clearly a potential plan they may have had for next week is ruined. Douglas simple turns a heel and leaves the ring, having gotten the last word against the champion tonight. As Douglas backs up the ramp, a furious Victory points a menacing finger at him and screams, “I’M NOT A WHORE”!!!

The Commissioner simply laughs at the stupidity of Victory, and continues through the curtain and to the back. Inside of the ring, Corino and his buddies continue to throw a temper tantrum, not happy with how this went, as we cut to our first commercial break of the evening.

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-​

Returning from the break, we’re back up at The Eagle’s Nest where JOEY STYLES handles the commentary duties tonight.

Joey Styles: Welcome back to ECW Hardcore TV. I mentioned at the top of the program that we’ve got the ECW Tag Team Championships on the line tonight, when the champions, Eye Balls, face the challengers and former champions, Danny Doring and Roadkill. In a curious turn of events, we had a Doring and Roadkill promo before the main event in our show format, but that we’ll no longer be going ahead. Doring and Roadkill are clearly in deep preparation, knowing this could be their last chance to regain the tag titles. They haven’t responded to phone calls or knocks on their locker room door, so it’s going to be fascinating to see what version of Doring and Roadkill we get tonight.

With that announcement out of the way, Styles sends us to ringside for our first match of the evening…

Match One
Eddie Guerrero vs. Simon Diamond

Not much to say about this one. Eddie keeps his impressive record in ECW going, taking care of Diamond relatively easy… BEFORE HEADING TO THE TOP AND COMING OFF WITH A PICTURE PERFECT FROG SPLASH!!!

EDDIE STAYS ON TOP FOR THE PIN…1…2…3!!!

Winner: Eddie Guerrero @ 3:29​

It’s quick and easy for Eddie tonight, who continues to look super impressive. He receives quite the ovation from the fans, celebrating his victory with a little shimmy around the ring…

…

Now we get a video package…

***

The video showcases the uncontrollable incident regarding HOMICIDE and NEW JACK LAST WEEK. Mid match, we can’t quite see what is, until Homicide gets close… JACK STABS HOMICIDE HARD IN THE FOREHEAD WITH A SCREWDRIVER!!!

The “ECDUB” chants for this are pretty loud, whilst Homicide drops to his knees, blood beginning to trickle down his forehead and over his eyes. Jack clearly enjoys the carnage, but as he drops the screwdriver… HOMICIDE CHARGES HIM… AND THEY BOTH GO TUMBLING OVER THE BARRICADE AND INTO THE CROWD!!!

Once they struggle back to their feet, their brawl continues through the crowd. With no awareness of where they’re at, they continue to fight, all the way through the arena doors, AND HOMICIDE AND NEW JACK CONTINUE FIGHTING OUTSIDE OF THE BUILDING!!!​

…​

Somewhere outside the arena, huffing and puffing but seemingly having separated himself from his nemesis, HOMICIDE speaks.

Homicide: This been going too long and I’m done. I’m tired of this shit.

The mercenary thinks for a moment, before exploding with fury.

Homicide: NEW JACK’S TIME IS OVER!!!

‘The Notorious 187’ spits venom, absolutely fuming.

Homicide: I AM GOING TO KILL HIM!!!

Suddenly, an equally as frazzled NEW JACK appears, shirt ripped, sweaty, but ready for more.

New Jack: KILL ME NOW, BITCH!!!

NEW JACK LEAPS AT HOMICIDE, REIGNITING THE BRAWL!!!

Jack beats Homicide to the punch, hammering away with right hands, causing Homicide to stagger backwards. Before Jack starts going after Homicide, he turns his attention towards the camera man.

New Jack: Make sure you follow us…

The camera man clearly does as he’s told, following Jack, who reaches Homicide. Homicide fights back and the two continue to trade blows, fighting out onto the road. They cross the road together, a blur of punches and profanity, eventually making it to the other side without being run over.

Both men continue to bring the violence, when we hear a voice over the footage…

Joey Styles: We’ve got to cut away, we’ve got our main event promo and match to get to.

Homicide and New Jack continue to exchange blows, but unfortunately we don’t get to see anymore, cutting away from the scene…

…

We’re supposed to return for our main event tonight, but instead, we’re back outside where HOMICIDE AND NEW JACK continue to brawl on some random footpath. The only difference now is there are flashing lights everywhere, AS THEY ARE CORNERED BY SEVERAL POLICE CARS!!!

The cops in the car are trying to speak through their megaphones to stop the fight, but Jack and Homicide won’t stop fighting. Eventually, Homicide overextends with a right hand… ALLOWING JACK TO GRAB HIM BY THE COLLAR… AND THROW HIM ONTO THE HOOD OF ONE OF THE POLICE CARS!!!

Jack leaps onto the hood and starts teeing off with right hands… UNTIL THE POLICE ENGAGE FROM BEHIND, HANDCUFFING NEW JACK!!!

As they drag Jack off of the hood of the car, Homicide seizes the opportunity to boot Jack hard in the face… SO NOW THE POLICE HANDCUFF HOMICIDE AS WELL!!!

Both men are being dragged in different directions, but most likely they will both end up in a cell. They continue to get taken away, yelling obscenities, as another office comes and places his palm over the camera, ending our footage of the explosive situation…

***​

After the video package has completed, we’re back at The Eagle’s Nest where JOEY STYLES is no longer alone. SHANE DOUGLAS has joined him, apparently with an announcement to get off his chest well.

Shane Douglas: We all saw what went down last week between Homicide and New Jack, and we all know something has to be done. While The Network might frown upon the publicity of two ECW wrestlers being arrested for the incident, I think a little differently. I’m glad to see the fire and energy in these two guys, and I’m going to give them both an outlet.

Styles listens on excitedly as Douglas continues.

Shane Douglas: At our first pay per view of 2002, at Guilty As Charged, these two will resolve their issues. It will be Homicide versus New Jack in an Anything Goes Falls Count Anywhere match!!! One way or another it’s time for this to end, so I encourage them to fight outside again or wherever else they felt like going to settle it.

A big announcement from the Commissioner for sure, as Joey then signs us off to another break…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-

***ENTER SANDMAN***​

The fans ERUPT at the epic theme song, and everybody begins looking around the arena, searching, until THE SANDMAN is found somewhere in the crowd. His Singapore Cane tucked in his back pocket, and a cigarette behind his ear, Sandman starts cracking open cans of beers on his forehead. He drinks with the fans as he slowly makes his way through the crowd, and gets into the ring. Once he gets inside, it turns out Sandman has something to get off his chest.

The Sandman: YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO…

Some of the fans echo back a “YO” to Sandman.

The Sandman: I’m out here to change things because things haven’t gone my way lately. I got my ass kicked by Tanaka, which wasn’t fun. Actually, it was, but I lost. Two big pieces of shit double teamed me last week, so I lost again. My win loss record is shit, but a record isn’t everything. As a matter of fact, WHO THE FUCK CARES?

Big pop from the fans, as Sandman gets himself worked up.

The Sandman: KID KASH… STEVE CORINO… WHATEVER… THE SANDMAN WANTS HIS TITLE SHOT!!!

Another loud cheer from the crowd, until…

***I WANNA GIVE YOU THE CLAP*** ​

It’s only a minor reaction at first, and it’s more a groan than genuine heat for a man we haven’t seen in a while. Full of confidence, SCOTTY ANTON comes out from the back, and the heat immediately gets louder, because Anton is wearing a ‘THE NEW TNN’ t-shirt. The Sandman is not mightily impressed as Anton gets into the ring, signalling for his music to be cut.

Scotty Anton: Wins and loss matter around here, Sandman. You’re not going to get what you want, there’s no chance of you getting a title shot. But you’re going to get me instead. Now before we get started, I want everybody to do THE CLAP!!!

Anton starts leading the fans in the clap, and a bunch of crowd members join in because it’s awesome… UNTIL THE SANDMAN STOPS IT BY CANING ANTON ACROSS THE SKULL!!!

“ECDUB” chants break out as Anton collapses to the canvas. Meanwhile, a referee runs down, and it looks like we’re getting an impromptu match…

Match Two
Scotty Anton vs. The Sandman

THE SANDMAN KEEPS USING THE CANE TO WEAR OUT THE BODY OF ANTON!!!

All Anton can do is curl up in a defensive position and attempt to absorb the blows. After wearing out his Cane and splinters flying everywhere, Sandman picks Anton up, and places the Cane in front of his throat… WHITE RUSSIAN LEG SWEEP!!!

SANDMAN GETS THE RELAXED COVER…1…2…3!!!

Winner: The Sandman @ 1:50​

Not exactly what he wanted but it’s an easy, fun nights work for The Sandman. He receives a nice reception as he celebrates his victory with more beers, and lighting up his cigarette…

…

In an undisclosed location, wearing a t-shirt and a pair of jeans, KID KASH stares deep into the camera.

Kid Kash: I want to remind our World Champ about something. Before Steve Corino beat Rhino, somebody else did. I was the guy who did the impossible and took the TV Title from him.

KK lets that sink in. Not cocky, but it’s the truth.

Kid Kash: Listening to the champ run his mouth last week, Steve Corino said I don’t have a shot, and I could never touch him. Fast forward to last week’s main event, I pinned him.

Kash pauses again, continuing to speak nothing but the truth.

Kid Kash: I don’t just gloat like Corino, there’s a point to all this. The point is, I can do this. I’ve made a career so far off of proving people wrong. The odds are against me, but next week, I’m going to step it up a level. I’m going to cement all of what I’ve done by doing it again and winning the ECW World Title.

The number one contender goes silent, seemingly ready for the biggest match of his career next week…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-

***BIG BALLS***​

Straight from the break, it’s time for the main event, as the eager ECW TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS EYE BALLS surprisingly make their way to the ring first. BALLS MAHONEY and PIERRE CARL OULETTE get some nice cheers from the fans, titles around their waists and steel chairs in hand. Inside the ring, they bounce off the ropes, keeping themselves warm as…

***SUPER BON BON***​

the music of the challengers hits, and we wait, and wait a little longer, but Danny Doring and Roadkill don’t step through the curtain. The referee and the champs both look equally as confused, as their music hits for a second time, but once again, there’s no appearance from Doring and Roady.

The fans begin to murmur amongst themselves, not entirely sure in regard to what’s going on right now. Finally, there’s some activity at the curtain as somebody walks from the back, but it’s not who the fans want, as CYRUS appears on the ramp. The audience seems to be more shocked than anything, unsure of how to react, but they are still making a lot of noise. Seemingly annoyed at not being able to speak straight away, Cyrus yells over the top of the fans.

Cyrus: EXCUSE ME!!!

Said with such contempt, Cyrus’ first words automatically snap the crowd out of their state of shock, and the heat becomes massive. ‘The Virus’ looks pleased with himself, and the champions inside the ring don’t look happy, wondering where their challengers are. The leader of The Network looks to continue speaking, but he’s unable to, as the heat from the audience continues to drown out the sound of Cyrus’ voice. This frustrates him to the point where he eventually explodes.

Cyrus: I’m sorry, we don’t normally come to Atlanta. Clearly you mongoloids are a little confused. YOU DON’T BOO ME… I’M NETWORK… THAT MEANS I’M OFFICE TOO!!!

Cyrus’ attempt to shut up the audience of course just makes them get louder, which irritates him even more. After taking a moment or two to ponder his next move, Cyrus decides to ignore the fans and instead turns his attention to Mahoney and PCO, who’re still standing in the middle of the ring.

Cyrus: Now I’d like to offer my apologies to the ECW Tag Team Champions Eye Balls, I know you guys were set on defending your titles against the VERY deserving Danny Doring and Roadkill tonight. Unfortunately, Mr. Doring and Mr. Kill were unable to make their flight to Atlanta s-…

Not for the first time in his lifetime, Cyrus is interrupted by vicious heat from the fans. Eye Balls look furious inside of the ring as well, PCO going as far as to kick the ropes in frustrations. Despite speaking in a rather disappointed tone, Cyrus has a smirk on his face the entire time, which is getting on everybody’s nerves. Whilst the heat won’t die down and the cat calling insults from the fans gets worse, Cyrus decides to push through anyway.

Cyrus: THEY WILL BE UNABLE TO CLAIM THEIR TAG TEAM TITLE MATCH TONIGHT THEREFORE… THIS MATCH WILL GO TO THE OBVIOUS NUMBER ONE CONTENDERS… THESE TWO MEN!!!

***SNAP YOUR FINGERS, SNAP YOUR NECK***​

An excited Cyrus points towards the curtain, and the heat rises to VULCANIC levels as The Network’s very own CW ANDERSON AND JUSTIN CREDIBLE make their way out from the back. Already dressed in their active attire, the two shake hands with Cyrus, revelling in the shitty crowd reception they are receiving. On commentary, Joey Styles puts over the fact that these guys must have known they were competing for a while, considering they’re already dressed and ready to go. Inside of the ring, Eye Balls roll their eyes or eye in PCO’s situation, before motioning for Anderson and Credible to bring it on. Whilst Doring and Roadkill are absent; we are still going to get a tag team title main event tonight…

Match Three
ECW World Tag Team Championship Match
Eye Balls (c) defend against CW Anderson and Justin Credible w/Cyrus

The initial element of surprise probably doesn’t have the impact that The Network and Cyrus hoped it did. Instead, once Anderson and Credible enter the ring, the champions go on the attack. Balls and PCO use blatant brawling tactics to beat their opponents down, until CYRUS gets onto the apron to provide a distraction. It only takes PCO’s attention for a fraction of a second, but it’s enough for CW to land one of his patented left hands, and take over from there.

The Enforcer and Credible now get the chance to show off what a successful tag unit they can be. They isolate PCO and work on his left arm, with Cyrus remaining a nuisance on the outside the entire time. Getting frustrated, SHANE DOUGLAS came down and argued with Cyrus, eventually forcing him to the back with physical intimidation.

Now with nobody at ringside, the odds are even, but Oulette is struggling after the beatdown he has suffered so far. Eventually, Credible and Anderson make a mistake, allowing the suffering PCO to get to the corner and make the HOT TAG. Balls comes in life a house on fire, doing a number on both opponents, and he picks up a few near falls, but is unable to finish the job.

Mahoney stalks CW, the other legal man, waiting for him to get up, when Credible charges out of nowhere. Balls sidesteps Credible and throws him onto the opposite side, before turning back to CW… ANDERSON CATCHES MAHONEY WITH AN ANDERSON SPINEBUSTER!!!

CW HOOKS THE LEG…1…2…NO!!! MAHONEY MANAGES TO GET A SHOULDER UP!!!

Anderson seemed in shock at not getting the pin, arguing with the referee before refocusing. CW slowly dragged Balls up by the hair, before lifting him for a Scoop Slam… NO! Mahoney slides down the back, spins Anderson around, and gets him up in the air… NUTCRACKER SUITE!!!​

BALLS GETS THE PIN…1…2…NO!!! NOW ANDERSON JUST ROLLS A SHOULDER OFF THE CANVAS!!!

Credible rushes the ring and starts stomping on Mahoney, looking to regain the advantage. PCO slides back in as well, and begins fighting off both Credible and CW, until PCO GETS HIT AN OLD SCHOOL KICK OUT OF NOWHERE!!!​

FROM STEVE CORINO!!!

The ECW World Heavyweight Champion has completely changed this match. The fans are furious and so is SHANE DOUGLAS, who makes his way out for the second time. Douglas confronts Corino, and Corino laughs in Douglas’ face. Corino points at his chin, yelling at the Commissioner, “I DARE YOU TO HIT ME WHEN I’M LOOKING”!!!

Douglas is furious but shakes his head, trying hard not to lose his temper. The referee comes over and starts ushering both Douglas and Corino from the ring, and as this is happening… CREDIBLE HIT MAHONEY ACROSS THE NECK WITH A SINGAPORE CANE FROM BEHIND!!!

“ECDUB” chants ring out for the brutal shot, with the sound echoing throughout the arena. Mahoney staggers forward after the shot… RIGHT INTO A LEFT HAND FROM ANDERSON…​

WHICH SENDS HIM INTO THE THAT’S INCREDIBLE!!!​

CW DRAPES AN ARM OVER MAHONEY…1…2…3!!!​

Winners: CW Anderson and Justin Credible @ 17:58​

The boos engulf the arena, but The Network do not care. They celebrate, enjoying the moment, Corino and Cyrus applauding proudly. Credible and Anderson share a hug, celebrating as the NEW Tag Team Champions of the world.

Watching on from the outside, Douglas mutters some inaudible swear words to himself, before navigating ringside. The Commissioner checks on Balls and PCO, whilst The Network continue to celebrate their new possessions as the show faded to black…

END OF SHOW

***

ECW Guilty As Charged
January 13th, 2002
Villa Park, Illinois
The Odeum​

Falls Count Anywhere Match:
Homicide vs. New Jack​

 

[HaleStorm86]

Im jumping in with just the recent show post. Admittedly at first I was like "huh where is the barely legal fallout?" Before realising this is a different ecw project. But.. honestly, as I read through the show you have a real strong sense of who each character is and it doesnt overlap (too much with the redux project and with the characterisation within that diary). Thats damn impressive to not only have a grasp of a character, but to write them in such a way that they are defined by the environment youre writing in.

That being said, I presume you needed a reset show to get your mind back in the right place to write this after a big gap and I think there is a bit of repetition here and there that was a tad jarring, but im being picky because I need to not fellate you every post I make for the quality of the writing and the accuracy of the characterisation.

Homicide vs New Jack is an excellent match for guilty as charged. I dont think this ever happened in the sacred timeline as it were, but a huge match for ecw here. Will we see some of Homicides trainees later down the line? Opens many doors having him here as a featured player and - if you are able to oblige - it would be cool to see a 'road to...' guilty as charged closer to the time to maybe cover details for each match that may have happened on the previous 11 pages *crosses fingers*. I know you said before you got lazy and started writing them, so I get if you dont, but would be good to have some sort of recap method for us newer readers .

The Network are always a great foil. As much as I hate Cyrus, CW is my 2nd favourite Anderson, and Corino is always fun as the dirty stinkin' chickenshit heel.

Appreciate you keeping Sandman away from the title. I feel like his time has come and passed in the 2000s and he either needs a gimmick reframe of some sorts, or he needs to make way for future stars - a tough ask as not many diaries successfully create legitimate stars to replace the old guard, but the timing of this era is perfect for doing just that.

As always, well written, well booked, and I look forward to the build for the rest of the guilty as charged card.

 

[Stojy]

Thanks Halestorm for the feedback. Repetition point is a great pick up from you. When I initially posted this stuff many years ago at a different place, I planned this part of the BTB as monthly recaps, so I never did show by show, segment by segment planning. Now that I'm putting it all together, the shows might be a bit disjointed or repetitive because I'm too lazy to replan. I mainly just want to showcase this stuff because I think it's my best work.

For some reason, I got the sudden urge to write Corino/Kash in full. Hope you all don't hate me for the LONG main event...

ECW Hardcore TV
December 8th, 2001
Atlanta, Georgia
Centre Stage ​

We’re back on Centre Stage for the second week in a row. After having a taste of the extreme action last week, the fans are more invested and rowdier this week. “ECDUB” chants ring throughout the area, showing genuine excitement for what is sure to be another huge edition of Hardcore TV.

Joey Styles: Hi everyone and welcome to ECW Hardcore TV. I’m Joey Styles, alongside me is the ECW Commissioner is Shane Douglas, and we’re sitting here in the freezing cold tonight but it’s worth it. Worth it because in just a short amount of time, Steve Corino will defend the ECW Championship against a man with all the momentum in the world, Kid Kash.

Shane Douglas: I know that title means for both these men. It’s the highest stakes in this business, I can’t wait, Joey Styles.

Our commentary duo now sends us to ringside, where the competitors for our first match are ready to go…

Match One
Jerry Lynn vs. Homicide

This one is a bit of a sprint, with the match not allocated a lot of time due to the main event. The ever dangerous Homicide gets on top rather quickly, and he focuses on the previously injured neck of Jerry Lynn. Lynn favors the neck almost immediately, which only encourages Homicide to torture it further. On commentary, Joey and Shane can’t help but wonder if Homicide’s wallet will be getting fatter again this week. Maybe The Network has given him an incentive to injure Lynn, as he’s been a thorn in their side recently.

Lynn proves why he’s a veteran though, and it’s because he has the heart to keep going. He attempts to fight back multiple times, but Homicide is good enough to stop him in his tracks. Lynn continues to really struggle with the neck though, and it gets to the point where Homicide has done enough to finish things off. Homicide grabs Lynn… GETTING HIM UP FOR THE COP KILLA!!!​

NO!!! ​

NEW JACK STARTS WALKING DOWN THE RAMP, PUSHING HIS GROCERY CART FULL OF WEAPONS WITH HIM!!!

The fans mark out for the appearance of New Jack, as Homicide’s eyes go wide in shock. He discards Lynn to the side, begging for New Jack to bring it, but when Jack reaches ringside… LYNN SNATCHES A SCHOOLBOY PIN ON HOMICIDE OUT OF NOWHERE…1…2…3!!!

Winner: Jerry Lynn @ 5:02​

The fans cheer the result, but realizing things are about to go down, Lynn immediately rolls out of the ring. He heads up the ramp, exhausted, the ref finally catching him to raise his hand in the air. Meanwhile, a massive group of SECURITY RUN DOWN TO PREVENT NEW JACK FROM GETTING INSIDE THE RING…

SO, HOMICIDE TAKES EVERYBODY OUT WITH A TOPE CON HILO!!!

Everybody marks out, and anticipating the carnage to come, “ECDUB” chants emanate from the fans. Homicide gets at New Jack once he’s to his feet, hammering away with right hands, before he pulls a STOP SIGN from the weapon cart… AND SMASHES THE STOP SIGN OVER JACK’S HEAD!!!

Jack staggers away, as Homicide pulls Jack’s trusty GUITAR from his cart, and slides it into the ring. Walking around ringside, slowly stalking Jack, Homicide now pulls out his weapon of choice, a FORK.

The fans begin to buzz in gruesome anticipation, as Jack rolls inside of the ring. The vicious Homicide rolls in after Jack, but it was a set up… EL KABONG!!!

JACK BREAKS THE GUITAR OVER HOMICIDE’S HEAD!!!

To the delight of the fans, now Homicide is down, and Jack shakes out the cobwebs. He heads back to the outside and finds himself a STEEL CHAIR, before rolling back in. Jack climbs towards the top rope, perhaps thinking to give Homicide a taste of his own medicine, preparing for the 187!!!

NO!!! HOMICIDE LEAPS UP AND SHOVES THE STEEL CHAIR INTO THE FACE OF JACK!!!

The blow leaves Jack dazed on the top rope, steel chair having fallen to the floor. Homicide quickly climbs up to meet Jack on the top rope, peppering him with right hands as he does so.

Homicide then grabs New Jack… AND HITS AN ACE CRUSHER OFF THE TOP ROPE AND ONTO THE TIMEKEEPER’S TABLE!!!

WHICH DOESN’T BREAK!!!

HOLY SHIT!!! Both men are down, and the fans ERUPT into cheers, and another “ECDUB” chant. Security call for medics, and ‘Damage Control’ run down to assess the, erm, damage, as we cut to a commercial break…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK- ​

We return from the commercial break with a pre-taped segment, which has a caption at the bottom which reads “LAST WEEK”. It’s clearly from right after last week’s show, as we see the new ECW Tag Team Champions CW ANDERSON and JUSTIN CREDIBLE looking rather sweaty. The two slap each other some five, happy with their win, when they are joined by CYRUS and the ECW Champion STEVE CORINO. All of the members of The Network look happy as Cyrus hugs each of them individually, a huge grin on his face.

Cyrus: People say a lot of bad things about me, but I applaud you all for not listening because I’m a man of my word. I promised you all gold if you joined The Network…

He then points to the respective titles on all three men’s shoulders, paying special attention the new champs.

Cyrus: The results speak for themselves, The Network rewards its supporters!

Cyrus smugly nods, and it’s still all sunshine and rainbows for The Network.

Justin Credible: It has been over a year since I’ve been a champion, it’s been too damn long.

They all nod in agreement as Credible closes his eyes, taking a deep breath, looking ecstatic.

Justin Credible: And now we can all say that the new Tag Team Champions are JUST INCREDIBLE!!!

Cyrus looks pleased with the catchphrase whilst Corino low key rolls his eyes, but nobody sees it. Meanwhile, CW passionately slaps his partner with another high five.

Cyrus: Whoa, there’s one thing I almost forgot. I also promised CW something else…

The others looks confused whilst Cyrus nods knowingly and Anderson looks happy.

Cyrus: And I’ll repeat, The Network doesn’t break promises!

He pauses for a moment, letting those words sink in before he continues.

Cyrus: THEREFORE… NOW THAT YOU’VE BROUGHT HOME THE TAG TITLES… YOU WILL GET YOUR REMATCH AGAINST YOSHIHIRO TAJIRI FOR THE TV TITLE!!!

The quartet continue to look happy, still all handshakes and celebration, as the scene fades to black…

…

With the above pretape over, we head to the commentary position, where JOEY STYLES and ECW COMMISSIONER SHANE DOUGLAS are ready to provide some additional thoughts and information.

Joey Styles: From what we’ve just seen, Commissioner Douglas has given me his blessing to break the news. It has been confirmed that the Tajiri and CW Anderson rematch from November To Remember for the ECW Television Championship will be next week!!!

Shane Douglas: That’s right, Joey, there was never any pushback from me on this one. I’m bound by contract to let this happen. CW Anderson had an iron clad rematch clause in his contract, but apparently Cyrus neglected to mention this to CW Anderson until the Tag Team Titles were in The Network’s camp.

Joey Styles: Manipulation at it’s finest, even of his own people, but we shouldn’t expect anything less from Cyrus. This match next week has such implications with The Network continuing to chase one hundred percent power over ECW. We were able to keep the Tag Titles away from The Network for a year, but that’s over now. Once again, we find ourselves in a position where Yoshihiro Tajiri is all standing between The Network and total control.

Shane Douglas: I agree with you, these are dangerous times for ECW. A lot of people don’t understand that they can make the Commissioner position irrelevant. If The Network controls all three titles, I have no power. They effectively control ECW because I rely on the champions to make a show. I can’t promote or book any shows without the titles. Cyrus and his ragtag crew would have the ear of TNN, including the small group who hired me, because they would be inclined to listen to a group boasting all three ECW Titles.

The worry is written all over their faces. There is genuine concern ECW could be in trouble, and on that note, they send us back to ringside for the next match…

Match Two
Bryan Danielson, Low Ki and Yoshihiro Tajiri vs. Christopher Daniels, Guido Maritato and Tony Mamaluke

Before we get into the real details of this, just want to call out how awesome is this babyface team? Anyway, the big story of this one is the one that has been continuing since they debuted together at the first pay per view of this year. Low Ki is still chasing that win back, desperate for a one on one match with Christopher Daniels. Of course, that means ‘The Fallen Angel’ only got involved in the ring when Danielson or Tajiri were in, refusing to engage Ki, which enraged him and the crowd.

Due to Daniels’ selective participation, we end up in a situation where Guido and Mamaluke do most the work for their team. They do a solid job initially, but once Bryan Danielson received the hot tag, things changed. Danielson started taking out all three men, and he eventually throws Daniels over the top rope and to the outside.

‘The American Dragon’ then avoids a charging Mamaluke…AND MAMALUKE ACCIDENTALLY TAKES OUT GUIDO WITH A RUNNING DROPKICK!!!

Guido rolls to the outside, with Mamaluke in shock, only to turn into a REGAL PLEX FROM DANIELSON!!!

DANIELSON HOOKS THE LEG…1…2…3!!!​

Winners: Bryan Danielson, Low Ki and Yoshiro Tajiri @ 6:29​

They aren’t friends or anything, but Danielson, Low Ki and Tajiri are cordial. They all get their hands raised by the referee, before celebrating the victory in their own way. They get a positive ovation from the fans, a happy ending to this one as we fade away…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-​

When we return from the commercial break, we see a frustrated NEW JACK sitting on a fold out, massage bed, whilst a bunch of medics surround him. There is clearly one lead medic, trying his best to poke and prod New Jacks’ neck, whilst the others stand around nervously and watch. After a few moments, the doctor brings out his torch and looks to shine it in the eyes of New Jack, but New Jack shrugs him off.

New Jack: I don’t need anything of this. I’m fine, that was nothing.

The doctors clearly disagree as New Jack carefully gets off of the massage table, clearly struggling a little with his neck and back.

New Jack: Let me tell you something, I got pulled off a fucking scaffold by some fat, bald fuck and lost half my sight.

The medics look on in awe, potentially not believing the story, but Jack continues.

New Jack: After that, this shit tonight was nothing. If I survived that, I can survive some type a Diamond Cutter bullshit!!!

Jack looks to push his way through the EMT’s, when suddenly he stops, getting a confused look on his face. They all look concerned as New Jack eyes them before speaking again.

New Jack: Wait, hold on. When the fuck did ECW get trainers anyway?

New Jack’s eyes dart from person to person, waiting for somebody to answer…

WHEN HE GETS GRABBED FROM BEHIND AND THROWN STRAIGHT INTO THE WALL…

BY HOMICIDE!!!

The fight is on again as the already battered Jack falls to the floor, where Homicide mounts him landing several hard right hands.

After brutalising Jack on the floor, Homicide gets up and shakes his hand, potentially having hurt it on Jack’s head.

Homicide then brings Jack up… AND THROWS NEW JACK INTO THE WALL AGAIN!!!

With a sadistic look in his eyes, Homicide stands over New Jack, before digging into his own pocket…

AND HOMICIDE PULLS OUT HIS TRUSTY FORK!!!

Bad intentions on his mind, Homicide grabs New Jack’s head, and puts the fork to his throat, before talking.

Homicide: THIS IS MY ECW NOW!!!

Before Homicide can do any damage with the fork, HE’S AMBUSHED BY A TONNE OF SECURITY WHO ALL GRAB HIM!!!

Homicide tries to break free, but the security manage to cart him, kicking and screaming out of the room.

New Jack is still down on the floor, two little skin ruptures on his throat starting to drip blood where Homicide’s fork was placed.

As Homicide continues to be subdued by security, ‘Damage Control’ look to get back to work on the even further injured New Jack whilst we fade away…

…

Match Three
ECW World Heavyweight Championship Match;
Everyone Banned From Ringside:
Steve Corino (c) defends against Kid Kash

It’s a big fight feel here, as Corino looks a little unsure of himself, set for his first title defence without any backup. On the other hand, Kash looks extremely confident, excited by the opportunity, wearing an eager grin. Once the bell rings, both men slowly circle each other before engaging in a lock up, jostling for position. Corino manages to snatch a Side Headlock, using his leverage advantage to manipulate Kash and take him down to the mat. It’s all relatively rudimentary stuff, but Corino keeps the faster Kash grounded with the Side Headlock.

With Kash struggling to escape, Corino now starts smiling, some of his confidence starting to return. He continues to control Kash on the mat, even riding him amateur wrestling style and making sure to paint brush the back of Kash’s head as he crawls to the ropes. Kash was furious at the disrespect, storming to his feet and meeting Corino in the centre of the ring, but Corino arrogantly shoved Kash away. The fans boo the cockiness of the champ, but Kash channels his anger and bounces off the ropes… CATCHING CORINO WITH A HEADSCISSORS TAKEDOWN!!!

The champ immediately bounces back to his feet, and runs at Kash to get it back, but runs right into an Arm Drag. The same sequence is repeated two more times, it’s Arm Drag city, until Kash changed it up and scored with a Headlock Takeover. The roles have been reversed now, with Kash being in control of Corino, who’s stuck on the mat in a Side Headlock. Our fans cheer the change up as the champ slaps the mat in frustration, but he still can’t break Kash’s grip. Slowly but surely, the champ eeks closer to the ropes and Corino gets his hand on the bottom rope, causing Kash to allow for a clean break. Instead of getting up and continuing to fight, when Kash heads back to the centre of the ring, Corino pulls himself underneath the bottom rope and to the outside.

Corino opts to take a breather on the outside, cleverly trying to break Kash’s momentum and think of a new strategy. Of course, the ECW fans hurl plenty of insults at ‘The King Of Old School’ for stalling and not wrestling. After taking as long as he deems necessary, Corino gets back into the ring ever so slowly. Surprisingly, Kash maintains his composure and doesn’t run at Corino, not wanting to make a mistake.

The two lock up with a Collar and Elbow Tie Up yet again, jostling for position. This time it’s simple a battle of brute strength which Corino wins, backing Kash into the corner of the ring. With Kash’s back against the turnbuckles, the referee asks for a clean break and Corino slowly backs away, looking to oblige, until he swings with a cheap right hand… No! Kash expected it and ducked, before shoving Corino into the corner. Now Kash goes to town, unloading with right hands to the face and chops to the chest, really doing a number on the champ.

Corino forces himself out of the corner, staggering forward, but Kash simply takes him to the next corner, ramming Corino’s head into the turnbuckles. KK continues to pinball Corino around the ring, mainly with right hands, before he sends Corino bouncing off the ropes… Kash catches him with a Back Body Drop!

After an uncomfortable landing, much to the dismay of the fans, Corino rolls to the outside yet again. He grabs at his back, taking a deep breath, but this time Kash doesn’t let him recuperate… RUNNING DROPKICK THROUGH THE ROPES NAILS CORINO RIGHT IN THE FACE!!!

Kash shows tremendous athleticism, landing on his feet on the floor, whilst Corino collapses. The number one contender wastes no time, dragging Corino to his feet and he tees off with chops at ringside, each one sending Corino retreating. The champ hits flight or fight mode and starts nailing some chops of his own. They go back and forth, but Kash gets the better of it, switching it up with a hard right hand which drops Corino on his ass. As Kash goes to pick Corino up… CORINO GRABS KASH BY HIS WAIST BAND… AND DRAGS HIM FORWARD…​

SENDING HIM COLLIDING FACE FIRST WITH THE RING POST!!!

Groans come from the fans as Kash stays down after that one, whilst Corino smirks and points at his head, indicating how intelligent he is. The champ now gets back to his feet with urgency, immediately dragging Kash up, who seems stunned and a little dazed. Corino wasted no time, positioning his shoulder into Kash’s mid-section, almost like he’s tackling him… CORINO THEN CHARGES FORWARD… SENDING KASH CRASHING INTO THE CROWD BARRICADE!!!

Kash yelps in pain, but Corino doesn’t relent. Instead of letting him collapse to the ground, Corino now hoists Kash up on one shoulder, in a Powerslam position… CORINO RUNS ACROSS RINGSIDE… RAMMING KASH INTO THE OPPOSITE CROWD BARRICADE!!!

Finally, Corino relents and lets Kash fall to the floor, in tremendous pain. The heat is massive from the smart ECW fans, realising that Corino basically stole the Powerslam barricade spot from the man he exiled from ECW in Rhino. To rub it in even further, Corino pounds his chest and throws his arms in the air, just like Rhino would. After teasing the fans and loving it, Corino focuses back on his opponent, dragging Kash up and sending him back inside of the ring.

After the punishment on the outside, Kash is in all sorts of trouble. Corino is able to maintain control for a period of time now, even scoring some near falls. To continue to just drain the energy of Kash, Corino ends up sitting on a Reverse Chinlock! This gets crazy heat from the fans because they don’t like rest holds in ECW. The champ knows it and doesn’t care, but eventually Kash starts battling back to his feet.

Once he’s up, KK lands some elbows to the mid-section, finally breaking Corino’s grip. Kash follows that up with some right hands, but Corino rakes the eyes to regain control. After landing some rights of his own, Corino looks to Irish Whip Kash into the ropes… No! Kash reverses, sending Corino into the ropes instead, and when Corino bounces back… KASH SIDESTEPS CORINO… AND USES HIS MOMENTUM TO THROW CORINO OVER THE TOP ROPE AND TO THE FLOOR!!!

The clever move from Kash gets a big pop from the fans, however Kash simply falls to his knees. He’s struggling with the punishment he’s received so far, but eventually he sucks it up and gets to his feet. Kash notices that Corino has struggled to his feet as well, so Kash starts running towards the ropes… KASH TAKES OUT CORINO WITH A SLOPPY TOPE SUICIDA…​

THE IMPACT SENDING CORINO TUMBLING OVER THE CROWD BARRICADE AND INTO THE FRONT ROW!!!

Both men remain down on the outside, with the fans unleashing an “ECDUB” chant for the action. Sensing something big, Kash bounces back up, wiping his hair from his face before sliding back inside of the ring. The challenger watches the champ, who uses the barricade to pull himself up, when Kash charges… SPRINGBOARD FLIP DIVE TAKES OUT CORINO AND THE FANS IN THE FRONT ROW!!!​

HOLY SHIT!!!

Those famous “ECDUB” chants get even louder, as Kash, Corino and about seven or eight fans in the front row all remain down. This match could still go either way, the stakes are high, and with a slight lull in the action, we take our final break of the evening…

-COMMERCIAL BREAK-

Returning from the break, the two are still fighting around ringside, with Kash lighting up Corino’s chest with some more chops. After dropping Corino again, Kash grabs one of the camera cables… WRAPPING IT AROUND CORINO’S THROAT… KASH IS CHOKING CORINO!!!

Corino’s gasps for air, tongue rolling out of his mouth, and the brutal ECW fans love every second of it. Eventually Kash relents, freeing Corino from the cable, only to start peppering away with more right hands. Not for the first time tonight, Corino goes to the eyes to keep Kash at bay, before rolling him inside the ring. The champ climbs onto the apron to follow Kash in, but the number one contender is already back up, and he drops Corino with a right hand.

Corino remains down on the apron so Kash steps through the ropes to join him there. Kash points towards the timekeeper’s table, getting a huge ovation from the fans. Kash slowly starts dragging the dead weight of Corino up, but then Corino explodes with some right hands, perhaps playing possum. The champ then kicks Kash in the gut… SETTING HIM UP FOR A PILEDRIVER OFF THE APRON AND THROUGH THE TIMEKEEPER’S TABLE!!!​

NO!!!​

KASH POWERS OUT WITH A BACK BODY DROP… SENDING CORINO OVER THE TOP ROPE AND BACK INSIDE THE RING!!!

With Corino down inside the ring, Kash slowly ascends to the top rope. Before Kash can leap off… CORINO RUNS AT KASH AND SHOVES HIM OFF THE TOP ROPE…​

KASH FALLS TO THE OUTISDE… CRASHING BACK FIRST THROUGH THE TIMEKEEPER’S TABLE!!!​

HOLY SHIT!!!

Kid Kash is not moving! The fans erupt with an “ECDUB” chant with the challenger looking like he’s in a lot of trouble. Corino knows he’s completely in control now, taking a slight breather, before heading to the outside to approach Kash. Now Kash is dead weight, so Corino uses a lot of effort to pull him out of the rubble and get him back inside the ring. Corino follows Kash in… CORINO GOES FOR THE PIN…1…2…3…NO!!! KASH JUST GETS A SHOULDER UP!!!

Corino genuinely can’t believe it, looking at the referee, mouth wide open in shock. Meanwhile, the fans pop like crazy, loving the fact that Kash is still in it. The champ has his way with Kash now, controlling him at will and just beating him up. He keeps Kash grounded, but he’s still unable to put him away. Getting frustrated, Corino allows Kash to get back to his feet, before swinging wildly with a Clothesline…No! Kash ducks, and takes Corino down with a Back Suplex!

Both men remain down for a few moments, before dramatically struggling to their feet at the same time. They meet in the centre and start trading right hands, until Kash starts winning the exchange, landing repeated shots. Kash then changes things up with a kick to the gut, before running off the ropes to build momentum… BUT CORINO CATCHES HIM WITH A SLEEPER HOLD!!!​

KASH IMMEDIATELY STEPS TO THE SIDE… HOISTS CORINO OFF HIS FEET…​

AND DROPS HIM GROIN FIRST ONTO THE TOP ROPE!!!

The groan that comes from Corino is loud enough for all to hear, as he remains in a precarious position in the middle of the top rope. Kash runs off the opposite ropes again to build momentum… DROPKICK SENDS CORINO TUMBLING OFF THE TOP ROPE AND DOWN TO THE FLOOR!!!

Taking a deep breath, Kash slowly works back to his feet, and he wants more high risk. He climbs up to the top rope once again, remaining perched, waiting for Corino to get up on the outside and when Corino does… KASH LEAPS OFF THE TOP… CONNECTING WITH AN IMPRESSIVE CROSSBODY!!!

More “ECDUB” chants start up for the high risk move, as Kash lets the adrenaline take over. He bounces back to his feet, looking fresh as a daisy, and immediately rolls the champ back inside. Instead of following Corino directly in, KK heads up to the apron and then the top rope yet again. The unsuspecting Corino gets up… KASH CONNECTS WITH ANOTHER CROSSBODY OFF THE TOP!!!

BUT CORINO ROLLS THROUGH…​

AND GRABS KASH’S SHINY PANTS FOR LEVERAGE…1…2…3!!!​

NO!!! KASH JUST KICKS OUT!!!

Both men scramble to their feet and run at each other… KASH LEAPS UP AND HITS A SWINGING DDT!!!​

KASH HOOKS THE LEG…1…2…3…NO!!! NOW CORINO JUST GETS A SHOULDER UP!!!

Kash shakes his head in frustration but he’s absolutely feeling it now. The redneck is back up and looks to once again utilise the top rope. He waits up top, and again once Corino gets up, Kash takes flight… FLYING HURRICANRANA LANDS!!!

Not wasting anytime, Kash almost runs to the body of Corino, dragging him up… MONEY MAKER!!!​

NO!!! CORINO TWISTS OUT!!!​

CORINO PULLS KASH IN FOR A DDT!!!​

NO!!! KASH HOISTS CORINO IN THE AIR…​

AND DROPS HIM WITH THROAT FIRST OVER THE TOP ROPE WITH A MODIFIED FLAPJACK!!!

Corino remains on his feet, grabbing at his throat, gasping for air… WHEN KASH GETS A SCHOOLBOY PIN…1…2…3!!!​

NO!!! CORINO ESCAPES THE FLASH PIN!!!

Yet again, both men scramble to their feet and charge at each other… KASH TRIES TO LIFT CORINO…​

CORINO SMOOTHLY FLOATS BEHIND KASH… ​

AND HITS THE OLD SCHOOL EXPULSION OUT OF NOWHERE!!! ​

Absolutely exhausted, CORINO MANAGES TO DRAPE AN ARM OVER KASH’S CHEST…1…2…3!!! ​

… ​

NO!!! SOMEHOW, KASH ROLLS A SHOULDER OFF THE MAT!!!

The champ can do nothing but close his eyes in despair as the place ERUPTS at the impressive resilience of the challenger. Shaking off his frustration, Corino gets to his feet, standing in the corner, stalking Kash. It takes KK quite awhile to get to his feet, but when he does… OLD SCHOOL KICK!!!​

NO!!! KASH DUCKS…​

AND SNATCHES AN INSIDE CRADLE…1…2…3!!!​

…​

NO!!! CORINO JUST BREAKS FREE!!!

Both men bounce back up… ONLY FOR CORINO TO TAKE KASH’S HEAD OFF WITH A VICIOUS LARIAT!!!​

CORINO HOOKS THE LEG…1…2…NO!!! KASH PUSHES A SHOULDER OFF THE CANVAS AGAIN!!!

Running a hand through his hair, Corino changes tact now, leaving Kash and rolling to the outside. Corino heads to the now broken timekeeper’s table, grabbing the fallen ECW Championship. He gets back in with the title and the referee immediately objects. Corino shrugs the referee off, telling him, “I DARE YOU TO CALL A DQ”!

That’s enough for the referee to tap out of that argument, as Corino measures Kash, who does a full circle as he gets up… CORINO NAILS KASH IN THE FACE WITH THE TITLE!!!​

NO!!! KASH DUCKS…

Kash attacks Corino with rapid fire right hands, causing him to drop the title and cover up. KK lands some more shots, until Corino is knocked loopy. Kash now picks up the title… AND KASH RAMS THE TITLE INTO CORINO’S FACE!!!

Corino drops like he’s been shot, but so does Kash, his exhaustion making it hard for him to capitalise. Both men use the ropes to pull themselves up, Kash slightly ahead of Corino, but the cameras zoom in on Corino, who is busted wide open after the title shot. Kash sees the blood and pounces, landing punch after punch, with Corino finding it difficult to defend himself.

Corino is spaghetti legged but still on his feet… SO KASH LOCKS IN A SLEEPER HOLD OF HIS OWN!!!​

BUT BEFORE CORINO CAN FADE… HE GETS A LOW BLOW MULE KICK!!!

Kash immediately relinquishes the hold and drops to his knees, holding his balls. Corino hurries over to the corner and picks up the ECW Title… CORINO CHARGES AT KASH WITH THE TITLE…​

KASH INCREDIBLE BOUNCES TO HIS FEET… AND DROPKICKS THE TITLE BACK INTO THE FACE OF THE CHAMP!!!

The title and Corino fall to the canvas, but Kash immediately brings Corino back up… ONLY TO SEND HIM CRASHING BACK DOWN WITH A DDT ONTO THE TITLE BELT!!!​

KASH GETS THE COVER…1…2…3!!!

…

NO!!! CORINO SHOWS HIS RESILIENCE, JUST LIFTING A SHOULDER UP!!!

Getting back to his feet, Kash surveys the crowd, before signalling that it’s about to be all over. A buzz of anticipation feels the arena, as Kash gets Corino in position… MONEY MAKER!!!​

NO!!! CORINO POWERS OUT WITH A BACK BODY DROP!!!​

BUT KASH LANDS ON HIS FEET!!!

Kash spins around to face Corino, OLD SCHOOL KICK!!!​

NO!!! KASH DUCKS IT, AND TAKES CORINO DOWN WITH A CLOTHESLINE!!!

Sensing his chance with Corino down, Kash hobbles to the ropes, stepping onto the apron. Kash then makes the climb to the top rope once again. Corino is still down, but before Kash can leap off… CORINO USES HIS FOOT TO SHOVE THE REFEREE INTO THE ROPES…​

CAUSING KASH TO LOSE BALANCE AND GET CROTCHED ON THE TOP!!!

The fans give plenty of heat for the cheap tactic, and even the referee berates the champ. Corino could care less, ignoring it all, and teeing off with right hands on Kash. Corino then climbs up to the top with Kash, applying a Front Facelock… SUPERPLEX!!!​

NO!!!

Kash explodes with right hands, breaking free and then just putting an absolutely beating on Corino. This allows Kash to turn Corino around, manoeuvring him on the top, before leaping up in the air… TOP ROPE HURRICANRANA CONNECTS!!!

A big time “ECDUB” chant commences, and somehow, on instinct, Corino is to his feet relatively quickly… But so is Kash… KASH RUNS AT CORINO… CONNECTING WITH ANOTHER TITLE SHOT TO THE SKULL!!!

Corino lands flat on his back… KASH HOOKS THE LEG…1…2…3!!!​

…

…

WE’VE GOT A NEW…​

NO!!! CORINO JUST SURVIVES WITH A SHOULDER UP!!!

This time Kash can’t believe it, letting his emotions get the better of him as he starts arguing the count with the referee. Obviously, the referee doesn’t change his mind, confirming it’s a two count. After the emotional release, Kash turns his attention back to Corino, standing over him. Kash slowly bends down to pull Corino up… WHEN CORINO POUNCES WITH A DESPERATION LOW BLOW!!!

Kash now joins Corino on the canvas, in absolutely agony and both men remain down. They both slowly get up, but somehow Kash is up first, and beats Corino to the punch. Kash lands several right hands in a row, backing Corino up, until Corino swings with a haymaker… No! Kash ducks it and ends up behind Corino… GERMAN SUPLEX!!!​

NO!!! CORINO SPINS BEHIND KASH AND PUSHES HIM INTO THE ROPES!!!

When Kash comes back… CORINO LANDS A SNAP POWERSLAM!!!

Everything is in slow motion now, as it feels like both men take an eternity to crawl to their feet. They both get up at roughly the same time… AND CORINO FINALLY HITS THE OLD SCHOOL KICK OUT OF NOWHERE!!!​

BUT THE VELOCITY OF THE SHOT SENDS KASH TUMBLING THROUGH THE ROPES AND TO THE OUTSIDE!!!

Corino collapses in the ring, partly out of exhaustion, partly out of frustration that he can’t pin Kash right now. The self-pity party from the champ ends prematurely, as somehow Kash finds the strength to crawl himself back into the ring. Corino is up though, easily controlling Kash… OLD SCHOOL BOMB!!!​

NO!!! KASH GETS ANOTHER INSIDE CRADLE…1…2…NO!!! CORINO JUST ESCAPES!!!

Both men get up in something of a panic after the flash pin attempt. Corino grabs Kash’s legs and looks to hoist him high in the air… KASH ADJUSTS INTO A SUNSET FLIP…1…2…NO!!!

CORINO KICKS OUT!!!

Both men get up quickly, and Kash looks for a Clothesline…No! CORINO DUCKS AND APPLIES THE SLEEPER FOR THE SECOND TIME TONIGHT!!!​

KASH QUICKLY ARM DRAGS OUT OF IT!!!

Corino looks to hurry to his feet, but Kash is like lightning, getting behind Corino… GERMAN SUPLEX!!!​

NO!!! CORINO SWITCHES BEHIND KASH… ​

BUT KASH IMMEDIATELY SWITCHES BACK… ​

GERMAN SUPLEX LANDS!!!​

KASH MAINTAINS THE BRIDGE…1…2…3…​

…​

…​

…​

HOLY SHIT… WE’VE GOT A NEW CHAMPION!!!​

Winner: Kid Kash @ 17:22 ​

The place goes BANANAS. There’s a mixture of shock and joy throughout the arena, as KID KASH IS THE NEW ECW CHAMPION!!!

The referee gives him the title, and Kash drops to his knees, ecstatic with his accomplishment. Some heat starts to filter in from the crowd though, as DAWN MARIE and JACK VICTORY storm into the ring.

They demand that the referee look at the replay, and point towards the mini titantron that has been installed as a Network initiative. The replay shows a side angle which the referee didn’t see, and during the three count… KID KASH’S SHOULDERS WERE FLAT ON THE CANVAS AS WELL!!!

Before anybody can react, CORINO SNATCHES THE ECW TITLE FROM KASH’S HANDS!!!

The fans begin booing as a furious Kash shakes his head… AND THEN DROPS VICTORY WITH A RIGHT HAND!!!

CORINO SWINGS THE TITLE AT KASH’S HEAD!!!

NO!!! KASH GETS A KICK TO THE GUT…

KASH FINALLY DRILLS CORINO WITH THE MONEY MAKER!!!

Kash picks up the title, looking to go back into celebration mode, the fans serenading him with an “ECDUB” chant. The celebration doesn’t last long though, as some other referees come down to further discuss the result with the match official.

All the referees squabble amongst themselves, nothing becoming clearer, when SHANE DOUGLAS walks down the ramp. Once inside the ring, Douglas has some off the mic conversations with the referees, whilst the finish plays from multiple angles on the big screen.

Douglas looks FURIOUS at what he sees, and then he takes a deep breath and approaches Kid Kash. They have a discussion and the news clearly isn’t good, as Kash yells “THIS IS BULLSHIT”, and hands the title to Douglas. Not even looking back, KK leaves the ring.

Douglas potentially looks even sadder than Kash, as he leans through the ropes and instructs the ring announcer to make an announcement.

“THIS MATCH HAS BEEN RULED A DRAW…

AND THEREFORE… STIIIIIIIIIILLL ECW WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION… STEVE CORINO”!!!

Corino is still down and out, so all a disappointed Douglas can do is drop the title on the champ’s chest. The heat is ever rising, the fans are ballistic, as Dawn Marie and Jack Victory slowly help Corino to his feet.

Corino is still the champ, but looks anything but, having only JUST escaped. That’s the final image, the VERY fortunate champion, as the show fades to black…

END OF SHOW

***

ECW Guilty As Charged
January 13th, 2002
Villa Park, Illinois
The Odeum​

Falls Count Anywhere Match:
Homicide vs. New Jack​

 

[HaleStorm86]

A really strong follow-up to the last show, and the decision to go long on Corino vs Kash absolutely worked for me. It felt like a proper TV main event that kept escalating, while still having that ECW “this could spill over at any second” energy around it. I also love that it had a knock-on effect on the rest of the show, with matches that would usually get 18-22 minutes, having to go home much quicker whilst still delivering. I am a sucker for realism and for giving yourself challenges when it comes to writing, and this absolutely did that, so a massive kudos from me for really pushing yourself on that.

Lynn vs Homicide was a great opener. It did everything it needed to do and it furthered the Homicide/New Jack beef as we move closer to Guilty As Charged. I dont like that Homicide had Lynn in the Cop Killa and then...put him down? This is a wrestling trope issue I have more than this specific example, but, if a guy appears at the top of the ramp, you can and should take out the guy you're dealing with and then wait for the other. It's real nitpicky from me (but I told you why I'm forced to do this when I love so much of what you do) but it just doesnt make sense to me to put someone down gently when you've got them in position. Of course, however, this means we need a school boy or a cradle or a roll up to win, which is precisely what we get. The post match was excellent though, trademark tope con hilo from Homicide and then a trademark ECW brawl to go with it. Good stuff.

I dont love the network, Cyrus always felt like a crutch to me, but they do serve a purpose and anytime you build a storyline and have them beat the piss out of Cyrus and his cronies, I'm always gonna mark for it, so really you're working me the right way and I just cant stand the guy.

The babyface six man tag is honestly outrageous in the best way. You're right that the babyface team is all kinds of epic. Danielson, Low Ki and Tajiri together is an indy kids wet dream (makes notes). Daniels doing everything he can to avoid Ki is exactly the kind of simple, smart booking that keeps a longer feud HOT and alive, and in late 2001 I'm not sure there were two bigger names than Low Ki and Daniels, so a pay off rematch would be incredible down the line for a title once Ki finally gets his hands on Daniels. (PS. I always struggle having wrestlers with similar names in the same match because writing it can get messy, did Daniels/Danielson stress you out in that way? Now I'm picturing booking a Danny Daniels vs Josh Daniels vs Bryan Danielson vs Christopher Daniels for the rights to the surname for ROH 04.)

FUCK YEAH! Love a brawl that never ends and Homicide and New Jack might be the two most perfect people to be involved in this kind of feud. Keep it coming, I'm loving it (especially the fork. Can Abdullah the Butcher ceremoniously hand down the fork to either men? Yes, I'm being ridiculous, but this feud is pretty bonkers).

Corino vs Kash, the overall psychology was absolutely spot on. Corino trying to break rhythm, taking breathers outside, the crowd getting on him, then him stealing momentum with the post and barricade stuff. Kash felt like the hungrier guy, Corino felt like the champion who knows every shortcut. He aint the King of Old School for nuttin'. he closing stretch had a lot of good and great nearfalls, but it kinda started to feel like rapid-fire nearfall trading for a bit. You already had strong story anchors earlier like Kash getting wrecked on the table, Corino going into survival mode, Corino resorting to title shots and ref bumps. Any of those as the main finish/final-stretch idea, it would make the nearfalls hit even more for me, but again, im nitpicking because this was pretty damn glorious.

NEW CHAMP! NO!? Damn, I'm pretty sure you swerved me more in that one match than Vince Russo did his entire career. But like, in a good way. Nothing in the text indicated that both mens shoulders were down, and I'd say thats pretty ballsy to do that, but it absolutely worked. I was as shocked as the crowd when Douglas came out and ruled it a draw. It protects Kash and keeps Corino slimy, I do think you should have added a line about both mens shoulders being down, but its not a far reach to infer that to be the case. The fight must continue!

Another solid entry, a really fun show, and I like the limitations you placed on yourself for the rest of the show to make it really succinct, in order for the main event to go long. It all was very well written, booked, and the psychology of every match was incredibly strong.