Booker Bill's Maple Leaf Wrestling Reboot

[cruefan68]

I absolutely loved the last run of shows. The title changes amongst the Vachon's, Midnight Express and the Rock n' Roll Express have really made for some wild Canadian Open tag title matches. Great to see Bob Backlund on top as the Canadian Heavyweight champion and I like The Destroyer, Barry Windham and Don Muraco being in the title picture.

Gorilla Monsoon & Abdullah the Butcher is a seriously intimidating pairing, but I could also see them as rivals someday. Just a note on the winners listing on Card 025 you accidentally listed Monsoon as Gorilla Michael Cappetta. Pretty damn funny but I'm only pointing it out in case you want to edit that.

[bookerbill]

I think I might keep it… lol

[bookerbill]

Any partnership with Abdullah has the potential for a violent break up and feud. Monsoon v Butcher would pack them in.

I was hoping for the Bees to get destroyed which would has cleared the way for a Vachons match with Butcher and Monsoon but the dice had other ideas.

[bookerbill]

May 29, 2022 10:40:49 GMT -5 TTX said:

Looks like RNR and the Vachons may be battling soon. Congrats to Londos on a great win.

Londos has quietly worked his way into title contention with fantastic defence and his add one moves on offence. The next series of title matches are booked but Londos has to be considered for the next wave.

We will see what happens at Maple Leaf Gardens. If the RnR thump the Express again then the Vachons could very well be in line for the next title match. If Cornette can lead the Midnights to a victory in Toronto then a rematch will be order… I can smell a Ladder Match brewing

[bookerbill]

Card 028 - Niagara Falls Memorial Arena, Niagara Falls, ON

Frank Dalton v. Jimmy Snuka
Referee: Joey Marella; Dr. Mike Lano at ringside
Snuka uses some aggressive tactics including several eye rakes that has Marella warning him. Dalton counters and executes a piledriver that forces the Superfly to the floor. Dalton rolls out after his opponent and Snuka grabs one of Dr. Mike Lano’s cameras and smashes Dalton with it. Marella quickly calls for the bell and Snuka is disqualified. The fans are shocked as Snuka leaves ringside. Winner: Frank Dalton by disqualification. DUD.

Jerry Brisco & Billy Red Lyons v. Angelo Poffo & Lanny Poffo
Referee: James Beard; Dr. Mike Lano at ringside
The action was back and forth early on until Brisco found himself cut off from his corner. Lanny Poffo used a sleeper and cross body block go pick up near falls before a hot tag to Lyons turned things around. Rapid fire dropkicks and a double tackle rocked Angelo Poffo. Poffo regained control and went to the top but Brisco tossed him to the mat and then tagged in Lyons who ended it with a SLEEPERHOLD of his own. Winners: Jerry Brisco & Billy Red Lyons **

Disco Inferno v. David Taylor
Referee: Morgan Dollar; Dr. Mike Lano at ringside
What a battle these two had as the action when back and forth early on. Inferno gained the advantage after a brawl outside but Taylor showcased his skills and Mwas back in control. The match spilled to the floor where Dr. Mike Lano became a human foreign object to the advantage of Inferno. Inferno was unable to get the win after a LAST DANCE and earned some heat when he smashed Taylor with a chair during further action the floor. Taylor survived a second LAST DANCE and the fans were hoping for a comeback but Taylor count not regain the ring after a brawl on the floor and was counted out. Winner: Disco Inferno by count-out. ***

Bruiser Costa v. Barry Windham
Referee: Morgan Dollar; Dr. Mike Lano at ringside
Morgan Dollar has strict instructions for both competitors before the bell. Costa comes out strong and dominates Windham early with diving splashes and running stomps. The fans get behind Windham and he responds with a power slam that shakes the ring. Windham impresses for the balance of the encounter. Costa manages to kick out after a SWEETWATER SUPLEX but a figure four slows Costa down and sleeper ends it. Winner: Barry Windham. * ½

Konnan v. Don Muraco w/Captain Lou Albano
Referee: Morgan Dollar; Dr. Mike Lano at ringside
Dollar has the fans rocking when he sends Albano to the back before the match gets under way. Muraco was not pleased and the Beach Bum chant did not make his mood any better. Konnan paid the price as Muraco was vicious from the outset and used an Asiatic Spike to slow the match down before getting the three count after an HAWAIIAN HAMMER. Winner: Don Muraco. DUD

Killer Bees (B. Brian Blair & Jim Brunzell) v. Abdullah The Butcher & Gorilla Monsson w/Shawn Daivari.
Referee:  Morgan Dollar; Dr. Mike Lano at ringside
Daivari and his team corner Gary Michael Cappetta before the announcer can finish the introductions but the Killer Bees arrive and make the save. The Bees combine for a BEE STNG to Monsoon but can only get a two count. Brunzell and Monsoon take it to the floor and Dollar quickly calls for the bell when Monsoon smashes the ring steps into Brunzell. The fight continues after the bell with the Bees being left in a heap. Shawn Daivari got his shots in. Winners: Killer Bees by disqualification. *

Canadian Heavyweight Title Match – Bob Backlund [ch] v. The Destroyer
Referee: James Beard; Dr. Mike Lano at ringside
The Destroyer came to compete and dominated the action early on twice catching Backlund in his FIGURE FOUR LEGLOCK finisher but the Champion was able to make the ropes to keep the match going. Backlund made an impressive comeback which forced his challenger to the floor. Backlund came out after him and Destroyer choked out the Canadian Heavyweight Champion with a strap from Dr. Mike Lano’s camera bag. The fans were all over Destroyer who took control of the match again. Referee James Beard was knocked down (11 moves!) and Destroyer had Backlund pinned but there was no referee to make the count. Beard recovered and by that time Backlund was mounting a comeback. Twice he had Destroyer down for three and half count. The action was back and forth. Backlund pressed the attack late and looked to be on the verge of winning when an inside cradle and a handful of tights returned the Canadian Heavyweight Title to the Destroyer. Winner and new Canadian Heavyweight Champion: The Destroyer: *****

News and Views:
• Congratulations to the new and two time Canadian Heavyweight Champion The Destroyer who regained the title from Bob Backlund in an incredibly controversial match in tonight’s main event. Even more controversial is the fact the Backlund will not receive an immediate rematch as Destroyer first title defense will be against the winner of the Barry Windham – Don Muraco Falls Count Anywhere Match that will main event at the Kingston Arena (Card 29)
• Speaking of the Kingston show, the event will feature a special attraction as Leilani Kai & Judy Martin will be action when then take on duo of Rockin Robin & Candi Divine
• What was up with the actions of Jimmy Snuka tonight? Was the beginning of a more aggressive Superfly in the ring? Has the frustration of being outside of title contention finally caught up with the poplar competitor? . . .
• The Killer Bees have had enough of Shawn Daivari and have challenged Daivari to step into the ring at the upcoming Maple Leaf Gardens show (Card 30) in a special six man tag team encounter. No word yet on who will be joining the Bees to round out their team.
• David Taylor was frustrated after his return to Southern Ontario tonight and has requested a rematch with Disco Inferno. Commissioner Teddy Long has added the encounter to the undercard of the Maple Leaf Gardens show.
• Konnan has departed the territory and will be competing in the rings of Mexico shortly.

[Pariah]

A little change in attitude might be just what Superfly needs to climb back towards the top... Enjoyed The Destroyer's controversial title victory that made him a two-time champion... And the Bees better have something formidable up their sleeves if they want to stand a chance against Daivari and his monster squad... Another fun card, my friend... Maple Leaf Wrestling always delivers!

[neilybob]

Excellent read makes me wait for more to come.

[gnw2022]

MLW one of my favorite places to visit....always GOOD STUFF.....heels rule!

[TTX]

Sneaky but smart win by the Destroyer. Like the team of Brisco and Lyons.

[cruefan68]

May 29, 2022 11:38:51 GMT -5 bookerbill said:

I think I might keep it… lol