Explosive Night!

To those who witnessed it live, last Friday was a night sure to be remembered for the RAW DEAL community. A total of FIVE Title Belts were contested, and blows were traded furiously as wrestlers jostled to claim superiority.

The only disappointment was the non-appearance of Hall and Nash to contest for the Tag Team Titles, despite the attendance of their manager, Asyraq. When asked, Asyraq was non-committal as to their whereabouts. Managerial issues, perhaps? In any case, Los Guerreros were able to relax and enjoy the night unchallenged. Also, there were doubts as to whether Sgt Slaughter would be around to defend both his titles.

The night kicked off with a challenge for the Spinner Belt Title. Torrie Wilson, the challenger, started off well with some good technical work. Unfortunately, her inexperience showed and she was unable to capitalise on her advantage. Defending Champion Eugene was able to claw back into the match and after a second giant head butt, Torrie slowly capitulated.

The World Heavyweight Title challenge was up next, and it was a Triple Threat between The Phenom, Mr Pay Per View and Victoria, No Way Out Style. From the get-go, the two males were pretty happy to ignore Victoria and go for each other's throats, and for awhile, that suited Victoria as well! But after a while, Victoria got bored and attempted to oversell a maneuver, resulting in her suddenly becoming a target. In the end Mr PPV was able to pin her with a high risk maneuver, leaving The Phenom frustrated at the loss of his Title without actually being the one pinned.

The challenge for the InterContinental Title was short-lived, with BFM making short work of veteran Ric Flair. BFM extends his long Title reign with yet another successful defense. Will he ever be dethroned?

The Hardcore Title match was up next, and it soon became clear that Sgt Slaughter would not be appearing. However, as he had not given earlier notice of his absence, the T.O. deemed his Title vacant. As such, Victoria, Vince McMahon, Chris Benoit and Shawn Michaels all took to the ring. Chris Benoit and Shawn Michaels appeared to be having a personal feud, Vince was a bystander for most of the match, and he was visibly upset at not getting more involved. Victoria was targetted every now and then, but was continuously protected by a flamboyant Shawn Michaels. In the end though, Shawn Michaels tapped out to a Crippler Crossface, as Chris Benoit once again emerged triumphant for a Title he has always claimed as his birthright.

Finally, also as a result of Sgt Slaughter non-appearance, the European Title was also vacant. Victoria once again entered the ring and attempted to exact revenge against Mr PPV. However, Mr PPV was on a high, determined to pick up his second title of the night, and gave her no chance whatsoever.

2 successful Title defences, and 2 new Champions, with Mr PPV holding two belts. It was ertainly a night to remember, and a particularly glorious night for the Judge Ben brand of wrestlers. Congratulations to all winners!