TITANS are looking strong. Looking forward to seeing Bret and Jericho one on one! Rematch clause, baby. Happy for the Suicide Blondes too. Give me a feud with the Hardy Boyz that ends in TLC!

April Need-to-Know News

TITANS Stand Tall
With Adam Copeland and Christian Cage capturing the ART of ALLEGIANCE Championships and Bret Hart winning the ART World Championship, The TITANs have arguably captured the two most prestigious championships in ART. Now, they face the challenge of staying atop that mountain. The Blonde Bombshell, Totality, The Diamond Exchange, and everyone not in a stable will surely be chasing them down with the intent of bringing those championships away from The TITANS.

The Rock Solid Foundation Crumbles
At Night of Champions, The Rock put The Rock Solid Foundation on the line in the International Television Championship Match. After accidental interference by Dusty Rhodes, The Rock lost that match. The Rock, Ron Simmons, Chavo Guerrero, Jr., and 2 Cold Scorpio can no longer team together nor call themselves The Rock Solid Foundation again. Dusty Rhodes has granted them one final farewell on Canvas.

Who’s Out?
Piloto Suicida [Torn Rotator Cuff]
Yoshihiro Tajiri [Broken Neck]
Heavy Metal [Rehab]
Terry Gordy [Rehab]

Week 1 April 2000

Women of ART
Taped for Friday
Coors Event Center

In a decent match, Bull Nakano defeated Lyric Clearwater, Mariko Yoshida and Mizuki Endo in a Fatal Four Way match in 11:12 when Bull Nakano defeated Mizuki Endo by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano wins the Evolution-4 title.

Michael Hayes and Rick Martel talk to Lyric Clearwater about how upset they are that she lost the Evolution-4 Championship. Then, they say they need to make a plan to get it back.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Akira Hokuto defeated Yuka Shiina in 7:43 by pinfall with a Northern Lights Bomb. Akira Hokuto makes defence number 1 of her Women's title.

Canvas
Tuesday
Coors Event Center

The show opens with Dusty Rhodes in a pool of his own blood. Ricky Steamboat, Eddie Guerrero, and Rey Mysterio, Jr. find him. They are trying to get the Dream to come to as staff and security surround him. Dustin Rhodes comes in yelling ‘That’s my dad! That’s my dad!’

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Christopher Daniels defeated Jeff Hardy, Matt Hardy, Sean Waltman, Steve Corino and Dean Malenko in a Six Way match in 10:38 when Christopher Daniels defeated Steve Corino by pinfall with a Last Rites. Christopher Daniels makes defence number 4 of his Evolution-6 title.

The Rock Solid Foundation come out for their farewell. They talk about everything they’ve accomplished in their time. The Diamond Exchange interrupt. DDP says Bam Bam Bigelow got out of this stable at just the right time. 2 Cold Scorpio says he’s tired of Dallas trying to steal his spotlight. DDP says maybe this company isn’t big enough for the both of them. He challenges him to a Loser Leaves ART Match next week.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and good heat, The Suicide Blondes defeated Terry Funk & Cactus Jack in 12:57 when Adam Copeland defeated Terry Funk by pinfall by using underhanded tactics. The Suicide Blondes make defence number 1 of their ART of ALLEGIANCE titles.

Bret Hart says Dusty Rhodes was supposed to announce his opponent for Flash Bash tonight. However, since Dusty was out of commission, Bret wouldn’t have to defend the championship tonight. Chris Jericho shows up demanding a rematch clause. Bischoff says Jericho is a loser, and he needed to get to the back of the line.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho defeated Scott Hall in 12:58 by submission with a Liontamer.

International
Saturday
Long Beach Grand Ballroom

Corey Maclin has an exclusive interview with the Interim Artistic Director, PERCY PRINGLE! Percy says ‘oh yes’ he is the Funeral...err. Artistic Director. He says his first and biggest priority is going to be figuring out who attacked Dusty Rhodes.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but non-existent crowd heat, Kurt Angle and CM Punk defeated Ace Steel and Kevin Quinn in 7:50 when CM Punk defeated Ace Steel by submission with an Arm Triangle Choke.

Totality comes out. Rick Rude mentions that his old manager from Texas, Percy Pringle, was now in charge of ART. Luger hoped that maybe Totality would get some favorable treatment. Dustin said Totality would do whatever it took to help Pringle find out who did this to his dad.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, The Hardy Boyz defeated Dean Malenko and Steve Corino in 12:44 when Jeff Hardy defeated Steve Corino by submission with a Texas Cloverleaf.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Chris Hero defeated Diamond Dallas Page in 7:51 by pinfall with a Heros Welcome.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Dustin Rhodes defeated Stevie Richards in 7:53 by pinfall with a Bulldog after Rick Rude interfered. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 8 of his International Television title.

Week 2 April 2000

Women of ART
Taped for Friday
Tucson Convention Center

In a bout that had sub-par wrestling and little heat, Bull Nakano defeated Megumi Kudo, Mizuki Endo and Susan Green in a Fatal Four Way match in 10:52 when Bull Nakano defeated Mizuki Endo by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano makes defence number 1 of her Evolution-4 title.

The ACME come out. Hayes has on a shirt that says ‘Bull Fears Lyric’. They says Nakano owes Clearwater a rematch.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Akira Hokuto defeated Mariko Yoshida in 8:27 by pinfall after using a foreign object. Akira Hokuto makes defence number 2 of her Women's title.

Canvas
Tuesday
Tucson Convention Center

In a good match, Scott Hall defeated Dean Malenko, Steve Corino, Kevin Nash, Christopher Daniels and Sean Waltman in a Six Way match in 10:56 when Scott Hall defeated Steve Corino by pinfall after using a foreign object. Scott Hall wins the Evolution-6 title.

Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, Eric Bischoff, and Sean Waltman of The TITANs brag about another championship added to the list. Nash says now that Dusty Rhodes isn’t around, they’re going to do whatever they want. Scott Hall says anyone who thinks he’s going to defend this title is nuts.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, The Hardy Boyz defeated Eddie Guerrero and Rey Misterio Jr., Terry Funk & Cactus Jack and Lex Luger and Curt Hennig in 11:26 when Jeff Hardy defeated Lex Luger by pinfall with a fast roll up.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated Diamond Dallas Page in 17:56 by pinfall with a Diss That Don't Miss. DDP must now leave Canvas

Percy Pringle comes out and announces he believes he knows who attacked Dusty Rhodes. He looked at motive and evidence, and he believes it was...THE ROCK! Pringle says instead of punishing The Rock, he will offer a $10,000 bounty and an ART World title shot to whomever incapacitates The Rock!

International
Saturday
Mobile Civic Center

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Chris Hero defeated Bam Bam Bigelow in 7:37 by pinfall with a Heros Welcome.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Dean Malenko and Steve Corino defeated Ultimo Dragon and Chavo Guerrero Jr. in 13:25 when Dean Malenko defeated Ultimo Dragon by submission with a Texas Cloverleaf.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Eddie Guerrero and Rey Misterio Jr. drew with Lex Luger and Curt Hennig in 15:00 when the time limit expired.

Totality meets on stage. Luger says he and Hennig would’ve won the match had they not been distracted by the fact that The Rock is still walking freely and hasn’t been arrested. Dustin Rhodes says he’s not wrestling tonight. Percy Pringle says he does have to defend the championship tonight. Dustin says he’s going to defend the title tonight, and he’s going to dedicate it to his dad!

In a bout that had fantastic heat and great wrestling, Dustin Rhodes defeated Ron Simmons in 7:54 by pinfall with a Bulldog. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 9 of his International Television title.

Percy Pringle?!

If I'm smelling what The Rock is cooking, it's a whodunnit angle revolving around whatever happened to Paul Bearer!

Week 3 April 2000

Women of ART
Taped for Friday
Harry A, Gampel Pavilion

In a decent match, Bull Nakano defeated Megumi Kudo, Mizuki Endo and Eagle Sawai in a Fatal Four Way match in 11:15 when Bull Nakano defeated Mizuki Endo by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano makes defence number 2 of her Evolution-4 title.

Bull Nakano raises the Evolution-4 Championship over her head. Akira Hokuto comes down with the ART Women’s Championship. The two are face to face when Michael Hayes, Rick Martel, and Lyric Clearwater come down with the ‘Bull Fears Lyric’ shirts. Nakano gets out of the ring, and The ACME runs back through the arena to escape.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Akira Hokuto defeated Manami Toyota in 8:27 by pinfall with a Northern Lights Bomb. Akira Hokuto makes defence number 3 of her Women's title.

Canvas
Tuesday
Harry A. Gampel Pavillion

The TITANs open the show. Bret Hart says he doesn’t think Percy Pringle can make him defend the ART World Championship. Scott Hall says he received paperwork that he has to defend the Evolution-6 Championship once per week, but he isn’t going to wrestle in a scramble. He offers to face the winner of tonight’s scramble. The Suicide Blondes say The Hardy’s may have earned a shot at the ART of ALLEGIANCE Championships, but if they lose a match between now and Flash Bash, they aren’t getting a shot at the titles.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Christopher Daniels defeated 2 Cold Scorpio, Ricky Steamboat, Kurt Angle, Steve Williams and Sean Waltman in a Six Way match in 10:58 when Christopher Daniels defeated Kurt Angle by pinfall with a Last Rites.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, The Hardy Boyz and The Road Warriors defeated The TITANS (Adam Copeland, Christian Cage, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall) in 10:32 when Jeff Hardy defeated Adam Copeland by submission with a Texas Cloverleaf.

In a bout that had great heat and good wrestling, The Rock defeated Bam Bam Bigelow in 7:36 when Bam Bam Bigelow was disqualified when Lex Luger ran in and attacked The Rock.

Luger tries to put the beatdown on the Rock, but it’s no use! The Rock makes the comeback, and Percy Pringle comes out saying The Rock will pay for what he did to Dusty Rhodes.

In a bout that had great wrestling but didn't have much heat, Chris Jericho defeated CM Punk in 7:51 by submission with a Liontamer.

Worldwide
Thursday
Verizon Center

The show opens with The TITANs in the ring. Adam Copeland says unfortunately he’s suffered a knee injury and will not be able to compete for about a month. He passes the championship onto Sean Waltman. Christian says that since The Hardy Boyz caused the injury, they should be stripped of their ART of ALLEGIANCE Championship opportunity. Chris Jericho comes out and says his stablemates should be able to earn their shot back. He then says The Suicide Blondes have been nothing but cowards since joining Bret Hart. Hart says Jericho means nothing to him and has no business being out here.

In a superb match, Christopher Daniels defeated Scott Hall in 13:21 when Scott Hall was disqualified when Kevin Nash ran in and attacked Christopher Daniels.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and good heat, The Hardy Boyz defeated Eddie Guerrero and Rey Misterio Jr., Dean Malenko and Steve Corino and Terry Funk & Cactus Jack in 15:41 when Jeff Hardy defeated Steve Corino by submission with a Texas Cloverleaf.

We see a scene from early today where The Rock sits down with Corey Maclin to talk about the bounty on his head as well as the attack on Dusty Rhodes. Rock says he would never leave Dusty in a pool of his own blood because he respects The Dream. He’s from a second generation family too, and -DR. DEATH STEVE WILLIAMS ATTACKS ROCK ON THE SET! A match is announced for tonight!

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, The Rock defeated Steve Williams in 7:54 by submission with a Sharpshooter.

Totality comes on stage. Lex Luger says he doesn’t believe The Rock out here lying about what he did to Dusty. Rick Rude says he’s sure his close friend, Percy Pringle was diligent in his investigation. Dustin Rhodes mentions lots of letters and fan mail have been rolling in for his dad. He says his dad will be on Canvas Tuesday to give a progress check. Hennig says Dream also has a lot of medical bills so if they wanted to put some cash in all of those cards and letters they’ve been reading, that would be great.

In a superb match, Totality (Curt Hennig, Dustin Rhodes and Lex Luger) defeated Ricky Steamboat and The Road Warriors in 12:24 when Lex Luger defeated Ricky Steamboat by submission with a Torture Rack after interference from Rick Rude.

International
Saturday
Hyannis Y&CC Rink One

The show opens with the male members of The ACME surrounding The Rock with lead pipes outside the arena. Hayes rushes in and misses. The Rock disarms Hayes and fights the rest off.

In a bout that had great wrestling but didn't have much heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated CM Punk in 7:32 by pinfall with a Tumbleweed.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Chris Hero and Ron Simmons defeated Dean Malenko and Steve Corino in 8:28 when Ron Simmons defeated Steve Corino by pinfall with a Dominator.

The Rock is walking down the hall when Kurt Angle attacks him from behind. Security intervenes, but The Rock challenges Kurt to a match.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, The Rock defeated Kurt Angle in 13:04 by pinfall with a Rock Bottom.

In a superb match, Dustin Rhodes defeated Terry Funk in 12:42 by pinfall with a Bulldog after Rick Rude interfered. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 10 of his International Television title.

Week 4 April 2000

Women of ART
Taped for Friday
Mario Morales Coliseum

In a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Bull Nakano defeated Eagle Sawai, Megumi Kudo and Lyric Clearwater in a Fatal Four Way match in 11:17 when Bull Nakano defeated Megumi Kudo by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano makes defence number 3 of her Evolution-4 title.

Hayes, Martel, and Clearwater say this match didn’t prove anything because Nakano didn’t pin Clearwater. Hayes issues a challenge for Nakano to defend the Evolution-4 Championship against Lyric Clearwater in a singles match like Scott Hall is doing with the Evolution-6 Championship.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Akira Hokuto defeated Mizuki Endo in 7:49 by pinfall with a Northern Lights Bomb. Akira Hokuto makes defence number 4 of her Women's title.

Canvas
Tuesday
Mario Morales Coliseum

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Ricky Steamboat defeated Christopher Daniels, 2 Cold Scorpio, Kurt Angle, Bam Bam Bigelow and Steve Williams in a Six Way match in 11:19 when Ricky Steamboat defeated Kurt Angle by pinfall with a Diving Crossbody.

Ricky Steamboat says Scott Hall has been a disgrace to the Evolution-6 Championship for the entire time he’s held it. Steamboat says he will restore the honor and retain the championship at Flash Bash.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, The Hardy Boyz defeated Kevin Nash and Scott Hall in 8:17 when Jeff Hardy defeated Kevin Nash by submission with a Texas Cloverleaf.

Totality comes out with ‘The American Dream’ Dusty Rhodes. Rude asks him how he’s doing, and Dusty says fine. Dustin tells his dad it’s ok, and he can be honest. Dustin says his dad is in a lot of pain, and he isn’t all there. Percy Pringle pulls out a resignation letter for the Artistic Director position that they all want Dusty to sign. The Rock comes out. He says he doesn’t need to resign if he’s feeling ok. Rock encourages Dusty not to sign the letter. He reiterates that he never attacked Dusty. The Dream stands up and extends his arms for a hug from The Rock...Luger attacks The Rock from behind knocking him into Rhodes. Totality beats down The Rock with Dusty basically underneath him. Pringle says Dusty is in no shape to sign this contract...He then mentions that a next of kin could sign on his behalf. Rude, Luger, and Hennig watch and smile as Dustin signs away his dad’s position as Artistic Director.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho defeated The Rock in 12:32 by submission with a Liontamer.

After the match, Jericho grabs a chair. He brutalizes The Rock with it. He sits down in the chair. He says he doesn’t think The Rock attacked Dusty Rhodes, and he’s ashamed of what he just did, but he told himself he would do whatever it took to get his hands on Bret Hart. Percy Pringle comes down with the contract and the duffle bag. Jericho signs it. Bret Hart then bashes him in the back of the head with the ART World Championship and steals the money.

International
Saturday
IUPUI Gymnasium

Percy Pringle opens the show. He says his contract as Interim Artistic Director expires tomorrow night. Now that Dusty has unfortunately resigned, he will sign the contract to become permanent Artistic Director at Flash Bash. He also announces that at Flash Bash they will crown the first ever United States Tag Team Champions!

In a bout that had decent wrestling but non-existent crowd heat, Ace Steel and Kevin Quinn defeated Brian Armstrong and Steve Armstrong, CM Punk and John Tenta and The Bouncers in 7:53 when Kevin Quinn defeated CM Punk by pinfall with a Wild Child Wrench Bomber.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Chris Hero drew with Kurt Angle in 10:00 when the time limit expired.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Cactus Jack won a battle royal in 10:18. The other members of the 'final four' were Christopher Daniels, Bam Bam Bigelow and Steve Williams, with Christopher Daniels being the final elimination. Christopher Daniels got the most eliminations over the course of the match.

Cactus Jack says by winning that match he has earned a shot against Dustin Rhodes at Flash Bash, and he says it’s about time someone took that International Television off Dustin Rhodes. The champion comes into the picture, and the two men have a pull apart.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Totality (Lex Luger, Curt Hennig and Dustin Rhodes) defeated Terry Funk and The Road Warriors in 6:35 when Lex Luger defeated Road Warrior Animal by submission with a Torture Rack.

Flash Bash
CARD

United States Tag Team Championships
Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio, Jr. versus Dean Malenko and Steve Corino versus The Road Warriors versus Lex Luger and Curt Hennig
Percy Pringle is delivering a new opportunity in ART. The introduction of the United States Tag Team Championships provides an opportunity to create new matches for new up and coming tag teams. This also marks an opportunity for every division to have two prizes to chase. Three of the four teams in the match are former ART of ALLEGIANCE Champions. Who will be the FIRST US Tag Team Champions?

Evolution-4 Championship
Bull Nakano © versus Lyric Clearwater [w/The ACME]
Bull Nakano is, without question, the most dominant woman in the history of ART. She has probably defeated every other woman on the roster on more than one occasion. This makes the assertation by Michael Hayes and Rick Martel that she ‘fears’ Lyric Clearwater pretty ridiculous. However, Nakano has never been one to back down from a challenge. Hayes proposed a singles match for the Evolution-4 Championship, and Nakano obliged.

ART Women’s Championship
Akira Hokuto © versus Open Challenge
Akira Hokuto is only the third woman in the history of ART to hold the Women’s Championship. In order to try and challenge Bull Nakano’s status as the greatest woman in ART, she MUST be a fighting champion. When ART Management did not provide her with an opponent for Flash Bash, she issued an open challenge. Who will step up to the plate to take on the reigning champion?

Artistic Director Contract Signing
Percy Pringle
Dusty Rhodes served as Artistic Director for around three months. After Night of Champions, he was brutally attacked. Doctors estimated he would be unable to handle day to day duties for about a month. Percy Pringle was brought in to serve as the Interim Artistic Director. However, when Totality brought Dusty back for a wellness check, he got caught in the crossfires during a brawl between The Rock and Totality. Dustin Rhodes, son of Dusty, signed a resignation letter on behalf of his father. Now, Percy Pringle is going to have a grand ceremony to install himself as the NEW Artistic Director.

Evolution-6 Championship
Scott Hall © [w/Eric Bischoff] versus Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat
When Scott Hall won the Evolution-6 Championship, he said he was never defending it. When the Championship Committee disagreed, he said he was at the very least not going to be defending in scramble matches. Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat won a scramble to qualify for a match with Scott Hall at Flash Bash. Now, Steamboat has vowed to restore the integrity of the Evolution-6 Championship.

ART of ALLEGIANCE Championships
Christian Cage and Sean Waltman © versus The Hardy Boyz
The Suicide Blondes, representing The TITANs, won the ART of ALLEGIANCE Championshis at Night of Champions. The Hardy’s earned an opportunity to challenge Copeland and Cage. However, in an eight man tag, Copeland suffered an injury that prevented him from being able to compete. Sean Waltman replaced Copeland as Cage’s tag team partner, but they emphatically stated they did not want Matt and Jeff to keep their title opportunity. Much to the champions’ dismay, Matt and Jeff EARNED another opportunity. Can Matt and Jeff win the AoA Championships for the first time?

International Television Championship
Dustin Rhodes © [w/Rick Rude] versus Cactus Jack
Totality has been protecting Dustin Rhodes’ International Television Championship reign. Cactus Jack won a battle royal to earn the right to face him. Dustin Rhodes has not been making many friends since he decided to sign the resignation letter on his dad’s behalf. Can Totality protect Dustin and make sure he retains? Will Cactus Jack win the ITV Championship for the first time?

ART World Championship Match
Bret Hart © [w/Eric Bischoff] versus Chris Jericho
When Bret Hart won the ART World Championship, he said he wasn’t going to defend it because of what happened to Dusty Rhodes. Then, Percy Pringle offered a World Title shot to whomever took out The Rock who he perceived to be the attacker of Dusty Rhodes. Chris Jericho, who wasn’t even pinned in the match, was determined to get his championship back. Many were shocked when he brutally attacked The Rock, who he believed to be innocent, in order to get the match with Bret Hart. If Jericho is willing to do this to The Rock, what will he do to get the ART World Championship back?

I think at this point, considering everything from start to now, Bull Nakano is my fave. I hope she never loses and soon transcends into challenging for men's titles.

Flash Bash
Week 4 Sunday 2000
Staples Center

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Eddie Guerrero and Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Dean Malenko and Steve Corino, Curt Hennig and Lex Luger and The Road Warriors in 10:49 when Eddie Guerrero defeated Dean Malenko by pinfall with a Frog Splash. Eddie Guerrero and Rey Misterio Jr. win the United States Tag Team Champions titles.

In a decent match, Bull Nakano defeated Lyric Clearwater in 5:36 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. During the match we also saw Michael Hayes run in and attack Nakano, and Rick Martel also attack Nakano. Bull Nakano makes defence number 4 of her Evolution-4 title.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Bull Nakano defeated Akira Hokuto in 8:04 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano wins the Women's title.

A carpet is set up in the ring. Percy Pringle comes out and has the contract for the new Artistic Director position. The Rock comes out and says Percy Pringle is a conman, and he orchestrated everything that happened to Dusty Rhodes. Pringle says as soon as he signs the contract, everything will be final. THE LIGHTS GO OUT! KEVIN NASH BOOTS PRINGLE IN THE HEAD AND GRABS THE ROCK BY THE THROAT...ERIC BISCHOFF SIGNS THE CONTRACT! Eric Bischoff is the new Artistic Director!

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Ricky Steamboat defeated Scott Hall in 12:56 by pinfall with a Diving Crossbody. Ricky Steamboat wins the Evolution-6 title.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, The Hardy Boyz defeated Christian Cage and Sean Waltman in 13:29 when Jeff Hardy defeated Sean Waltman by submission with a Texas Cloverleaf following botched interference by Kevin Nash. The Hardy Boyz win the ART of ALLEGIANCE titles.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Dustin Rhodes defeated Cactus Jack in 12:46 by pinfall with a Bulldog after Rick Rude interfered. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 11 of his International Television title.

Chris Jericho is getting ready for his match when Matt and Jeff Hardy come in. Chris says he has to do whatever it takes to win tonight. Matt and Jeff talk about what he did to The Rock and say if he doesn’t win, it will all be for naught.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and fantastic heat, Bret Hart defeated Chris Jericho in 22:56 when Chris Jericho got disqualified after going into an attacking rage. Bret Hart makes defence number 1 of his ART World title.

What is an "attacking rage" exactly?

May 21, 2021 11:02:03 GMT 🤯 said:

What is an "attacking rage" exactly?

Basically failing to stop on a ref’s 5 count. Totally losing his cool. I should’ve written that finish out.

May 21, 2021 15:24:04 GMT 1RealSmartAlex said:

May 21, 2021 11:02:03 GMT 🤯 said:

What is an "attacking rage" exactly?

Basically failing to stop on a ref’s 5 count. Totally losing his cool. I should’ve written that finish out.

Ah, that makes sense. And while written out, it would've been clearer... "not adhering to the official's five-count" admittedly sounds so much lamer than an "attacking rage". I present the motion to henceforth have "attacking rage" be the new catchy concise way of describing such a disqualification.

Flash Bash was fun. Eddy and Rey winning the US Tag Titles was a cert, two ART legends and arguably the most decorated wrestlers in the company! Gimme an Angle and Punk US Tag Title reign down the line before the split and feud, pls! Liked the swerve with Bischoff becoming director - makes a lot of sense! My boys The Hardyz winning the tag titles - I’m like a proud father! Finally, hoping to see Bret/Jericho in some sort of gimmick match next PPV to settle things. Awesome as ever, man.

May Need-To-Know News

Programming Changes
New Artistic Director, Eric Bischoff, has announced some major changes to ART programming. Canvas will be rebranded to Tuesday Night TITANs and will serve as a showcase of the TITANs stable. Bischoff stated he had no interest in working weekends, so Percy Pringle could continue to run the Saturday show, which has been rebranded, Canvas-International. Women of ART will now be taped on Saturday and air Sunday.

TITANS- ART World, Evolution-6, United States Tag Team Championships
Canvas-International- ART of ALLEGIANCE, International Television
Women of ART- Women’s, Evolution-4

Next Top Contender
The classic tournament returns for another year. This year will be a little different as Eric Bischoff has selected the 6 wrestlers who will compete on TITANs and Percy Pringle will select the 6 wrestlers who will compete on Canvas-International. US Tag Team Champions Guerrero and Mysterio and Evolution-6 Champion, Ricky Steamboat demanded to compete in the tournament despite Bischoff not wanting them in. Steamboat will defend the Evolution-6 Championship throughout the tournament. Dustin Rhodes has stated he will selectively defend the International Television Championship.

TITANS- Christian Cage, Dean Malenko, Eddie Guerrero, Rey Mysterio, Ricky Steamboat, and Scott Hall
Canvas-International- 2 Cold Scorpio, Christopher Daniels, Chris Jericho, Dustin Rhodes, Lex Luger, and The Rock

Who’s Out
Adam Copeland [Knee Ligament Damage]
Piloto Suicida [Torn Rotator Cuff]
Yoshihiro Tajiri [Broken Neck]
Terry Gordy [Rehab]


NOTE: This isn't going to be a hard and fast brand split. People will mostly compete on the brand the championships they compete for are on. They aren't necessarily prohibited from competing on the other show.

Week 1 May 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
Gersten Pavilion

Bret Hart and Eric Bischoff open the show. Bret Hart says The Blonde Bombshell are all maniacs, and they are banned from this show. Hart says he is going to be a fighting champion defending against those who aren’t in the tournament.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Ricky Steamboat defeated Dean Malenko in 7:48 by pinfall with a Diving Crossbody. Ricky Steamboat makes defence number 1 of his Evolution-6 title.

Kevin Nash asks Scott Hall and Christian Cage what exactly is going to happen when they face off in the round robin. Cage says let’s get it out of the way tonight. Hall says may the best man win. Cage said he planned on it. Waltman gets between them before anything happens.

[NTC] In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Christian Cage defeated Scott Hall in 8:26 by submission.

Mysterio and Guerrero are getting ready to face each other when Bret Hart comes into their locker room. Bret says the only reason they are here is because they are US Tag Team Champions, and they didn't want The Hardy Boyz here. Hart says they WILL be defending the championships during the tournament.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Eddie Guerrero defeated Rey Misterio Jr. in 13:21 by pinfall with a Frog Splash.

In a decent match, Bret Hart defeated Stevie Richards in 8:08 by pinfall with a Victory Roll after Eric Bischoff interfered. Bret Hart makes defence number 2 of his ART World title.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Stegeman Coliseum

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Mariko Yoshida defeated Akira Hokuto, Manami Toyota and Mizuki Endo in a Fatal Four Way match in 10:56 when Mariko Yoshida defeated Mizuki Endo by pinfall with an Air Raid Crash. Mariko Yoshida wins the Evolution-4 title.

Corey Maclin tells Bull Nakano since she’s done basically everything, and no one is clearly in charge of this show right now, she can challenge whomever she wants tonight. She challenges Michael Hayes.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Bull Nakano defeated Joe E. Legend in 7:35 by pinfall with a Lariat. Michael Hayes checks on his man with concern after the match.

Canvas-International
Saturday
Stegeman Coliseum

Totality opens the show. Luger berates Rick Rude for letting his friend Percy Pringle screw up their plan. He also complains about Curt Hennig not being in Next Top Contender. Dustin says they’re going to make this an A-show, but he’s NOT defending the International Television Championship against that maniac Chris Jericho.

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated The Rock in 7:32 by pinfall with a Diss That Don't Miss.

Matt and Jeff Hardy vow to be fighting champions. They will defend the prestigious ART of ALLEGIANCE Championships as often as they can.

In a bout that had great wrestling but didn't have much heat, The Hardy Boyz defeated Yang & Kaz in 7:54 when Jeff Hardy defeated Kaz Hayashi by pinfall with an Omega Event. The Hardy Boyz make defence number 1 of their ART of ALLEGIANCE titles.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Lex Luger defeated Christopher Daniels in 13:05 by submission with a Torture Rack after interference from Rick Rude.

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and fantastic heat, Chris Jericho defeated Dustin Rhodes in 12:37 by submission with a Liontamer.

Chris Jericho grabs a microphone after the match and says there’s nothing he won’t do to get his hands on Bret Hart! He WILL get the ART World Championship back!

Week 2 May 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
DC Armory

Bret Hart and Eric Bischoff open the show. Bret talks about how much flack he got for defending against Stevie Richards last week. Hart says he won’t be handing out shots to people like Chris Jericho.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Bret Hart defeated Ultraman Jr. in 6:12 by submission with a Sharpshooter after interference from Eric Bischoff. Bret Hart makes defence number 3 of his ART World title.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Christian Cage defeated Dean Malenko in 7:33 by pinfall with a handful of tights.

In a good match, Cactus Jack defeated Kevin Nash in 8:13 by pinfall with a Double Arm DDT following botched interference by Sean Waltman.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Eddie Guerrero defeated Ricky Steamboat in 12:58 by pinfall with a Frog Splash. Eddie Guerrero wins the Evolution-6 title.

[NTC] In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Scott Hall in 8:26 when Scott Hall was disqualified when Kevin Nash ran in and attacked Rey Misterio Jr..

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Hawaii

In a bout that had good wrestling but didn't have much heat, Mariko Yoshida defeated Akira Hokuto, Manami Toyota and Megumi Kudo in a Fatal Four Way match in 11:24 when Mariko Yoshida defeated Megumi Kudo by pinfall with an Air Raid Crash. Mariko Yoshida makes defence number 1 of her Evolution-4 title.

Michael Hayes asks why the hell Lyric Clearwater hasn’t been in an Evolution-4 title match lately. He then says Bull Nakano will NEVER face him.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Bull Nakano defeated Rhino Richards in 7:39 by pinfall with a Lariat. During the match we also had Michael Hayes accidentally hit Rhino.

Canvas-International
Saturday
Hawaii

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated Christopher Daniels in 13:03 by pinfall with a Diss That Don't Miss.

Lex Luger says it’s unbelievable that Percy Pringle is making him face that maniac Chris Jericho. He asks Pringle why they took Dusty Rhodes out for him in the first place. Pringle points out the camera, and Lex Luger punches the camera man.

[NTC] In a superb match, Chris Jericho defeated Lex Luger in 8:26 by submission with a Liontamer.

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and fantastic heat, The Rock defeated Dustin Rhodes in 12:32 by pinfall with a People's Elbow after a distraction from Dusty Rhodes.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, The Hardy Boyz defeated Terry Funk & Cactus Jack, The Road Warriors and Kurt Angle and CM Punk in 10:36 when Jeff Hardy defeated CM Punk by pinfall with a Swanton Bomb. The Hardy Boyz make defence number 2 of their ART of ALLEGIANCE titles.

Next Top Contender Standings
TITANs Group
Christian Cage 2-0
Eddie Guerrero 2-0
Rey Mysterio 1-1
Ricky Steamboat 1-1
Dean Malenko 0-2
Scott Hall 0-2

Canvas Group
2 Cold Scorpio 2-0
Chris Jericho 2-0
Lex Luger 1-1
The Rock 1-1
Dustin Rhodes 0-2
Christopher Daniels 0-2

Week 3 May 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
Hirsch Memorial Coliseum

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Eddie Guerrero defeated Christian Cage in 13:04 when Christian Cage was disqualified when Adam Copeland ran in and attacked Eddie Guerrero. Eddie Guerrero makes defence number 1 of his Evolution-6 title.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and good heat, The Suicide Blondes defeated Eddie Guerrero and Rey Misterio Jr. in 13:05 when Adam Copeland defeated Eddie Guerrero by pinfall while using the ropes for leverage. The Suicide Blondes win the United States Tag Team Champions titles.

Bret Hart congratulates Copeland on recovering from his injury. He says he’s so proud of them winning the ART US Tag Team Championships tonight that he’s not even going to defend the ART World Title tonight.

[NTC] In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Scott Hall defeated Dean Malenko in 7:59 by pinfall with a Fallaway Slam after Eric Bischoff interfered.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Ricky Steamboat defeated Rey Misterio Jr. in 12:47 by pinfall with a Diving Crossbody.

Worldwide
Thursday
Air Canada Centre

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho defeated 2 Cold Scorpio in 8:05 by submission with a Liontamer.

[NTC] In an extremely short match, The Rock defeated Christopher Daniels in 5:29 by submission with a Sharpshooter.

[NTC] In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Scott Hall defeated Ricky Steamboat in 8:30 by pinfall with a Fallaway Slam after Eric Bischoff interfered.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Christian Cage in 7:15 by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana following botched interference by Adam Copeland.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Eddie Guerrero defeated Dean Malenko in 10:34 by pinfall with a Frog Splash. Eddie Guerrero makes defence number 2 of his Evolution-6 title.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Dustin Rhodes defeated Lex Luger in 5:56 by pinfall with a Bulldog. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 12 of his International Television title.

Dusty Rhodes comes on stage and talks about how he had all of this ripped away from him, but he only cares about one thing. He knew all along Totality set this up. He knew Totality had blood on their hands. The only thing he cared about; The only thing he had to know; He had to know whether or not his son had a hand in this. He wanted to know if Dustin had blood on his hands. Security ushers Dusty out as someone reminds him he doesn’t work there.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Bret Hart won a battle royal in 9:44. The other members of the 'final four' were Cactus Jack, Kevin Nash and Adam Copeland, with Cactus Jack being the final elimination. Kevin Nash got the most eliminations over the course of the match. Bret Hart makes defence number 4 of his ART World title.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
RiverCentre

In a bout that had good wrestling but didn't have much heat, Akira Hokuto defeated Mariko Yoshida, Megumi Kudo and Manami Toyota in a Fatal Four Way match in 11:16 when Akira Hokuto defeated Megumi Kudo by pinfall with a Northern Lights Bomb. Akira Hokuto wins the Evolution-4 title.

Michael Hayes and Lyric Clearwater are preparing Rick Martel for his match. Hayes says if Bull Nakano can beat a former World Champion, she can face the leader of The ACME next week.

In a decent match, Bull Nakano defeated Rick Martel in 7:46 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop.


Canvas-International
Saturday
RiverCentre

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho defeated Christopher Daniels in 13:01 by submission with a Liontamer.

Corey Maclin is waiting outside Dustin Rhodes locker room. He says he’s going to ask if Dustin knew Totality attacked his dad. Dustin comes out, but before he can address Corey, Percy Pringle rushes into the shot to tell him his match is up next.

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated Dustin Rhodes in 13:26 by disqualification.

Lex Luger yells at Rick Rude for costing Dustin his match and says he better not get involved in his match tonight.

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Lex Luger defeated The Rock in 13:27 by submission with a Torture Rack after interference from Rick Rude.

Next Top Contender Rankings
TITANs Block
1- Eddie Guerrero 4-0
2- Rey Mysterio 2-2
3- Christian Cage 2-2
4- Ricky Steamboat 2-2
5- Scott Hall 2-2
6- Dean Malenko 0-4

Canvas Block
1- Chris Jericho 4-0
2-2 Cold Scorpio 3-1
3- Lex Luger 2-2
4- The Rock 2-2
5- Dustin Rhodes 1-3
6- Christopher Daniels 0-4

Week 4 May 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
Florence Civic Center

In a decent match, Kevin Nash defeated Chris Hero, Shane Helms, Michael Hayes, Rick Martel and Eddie Guerrero in a Six Way match in 6:47 when Kevin Nash defeated Chris Hero by pinfall with a Jacknife Power Bomb after Eric Bischoff interfered. Kevin Nash wins the Evolution-6 title.

Bret Hart congratulates Kevin Nash. He says step one of their plan is complete. Hart says Kevin beat Eddie just now, and Scott is going to beat him in the main event. Nash announces he will defend the Evolution-6 Championship at Next Top Contender in the first ever Vanilla Midget Open.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Dean Malenko in 13:16 by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana.

Christian Cage tells Adam Copeland he’s going to make quick work of Ricky Steamboat tonight to make sure The TITANs win Next Top Contender.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Ricky Steamboat defeated Christian Cage in 7:32 by pinfall with a Diving Crossbody.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Eddie Guerrero defeated Scott Hall in 12:53 by pinfall with a Frog Splash following botched interference by Bret Hart.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Omaha Civic Aud Arena

In a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Akira Hokuto defeated Eagle Sawai, Manami Toyota and Mizuki Endo in a Fatal Four Way match in 11:22 when Akira Hokuto defeated Mizuki Endo by pinfall with a Northern Lights Bomb. Akira Hokuto makes defence number 1 of her Evolution-4 title.

In an extremely short match, Bull Nakano defeated Lyric Clearwater in 4:40 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano makes defence number 1 of her Women's title.

Michael Hayes tries to run away after the bait and switch of making Lyric Clearwater face Nakano. She grabs him by the mullet and screams ‘Give me what I want.’ Hayes yells “fine! Fine!” Nakano then says “Hair versus Hair”. Hayes has a horrified look on his face as the camera fades.

Canvas-International
Saturday
Omaha Civic Aud Arena

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Dustin Rhodes defeated Christopher Daniels in 7:34 by pinfall with a Bulldog after Rick Rude interfered. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 14 of his International Television title.

Dustin Rhodes said it’s finally time for him to give his dad an answer. He looks at Lex Luger. He looks at Rick Rude. He says these two men were more like fathers to him than Dusty Rhodes ever was. He says he stabbed his father in the back, but he wishes he could stab him in the front. Totality is forever.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Cactus Jack won a battle royal in 10:30. The other members of the 'final four' were Bam Bam Bigelow, Curt Hennig and Steve Williams, with Bam Bam Bigelow being the final elimination. Cactus Jack got the most eliminations over the course of the match.

Cactus Jack says here we are. Cactus Jack gets another shot at the ART International Television Championship. He says the way Dustin treats his dad is real messed up especially when it’s a legend like The American Dream. Cactus says it’s going to be different this time. Rick Rude won’t be able to screw him over because he will have someone in his corner, ‘The American Dream’ Dusty Rhodes.

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho defeated The Rock in 7:46 by submission with a Liontamer.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated Lex Luger in 7:45 by pinfall with a Diss That Don't Miss.

Next Top Contender
TITANs Block
(clinched) 1-Eddie Guerrero 5-0
(clinched) 2- Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat 3-2
3- Rey Mysterio, Jr. 3-2
4- Christian Cage 2-3
5- Scott Hall 2-3
6- Dean Malenko 0-5

Canvas Block
(clinched) 1- Chris Jericho 5-0
(Clinched) 2- 2 Cold Scorpio 4-1
3- Dustin Rhodes 2-3
4- Lex Luger 2-3
5- The Rock 2-3
6-Christopher Daniels 2-3

Next Top Contender
CARD

TITANs Block Final
Eddie Guerrero versus Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat
Eric Bischoff’s plan for Scott Hall and Christian Cage to be in the final of the TITANs block was foiled by the two ART Hall of Famers. Now, Steamboat and Guerrero will clash in a battle of epic proportions. These two men are sure fire Mount Rushmore candidates, but only one of them can make it to the finals of Next Top Contender.

Canvas Block Finals
2 Cold Scorpio versus Chris Jericho
Chris Jericho hasn’t lost a match since he was disqualified against Bret Hart. 2 Cold Scorpio has shocked everyone with the way he has won so many matches in the NTC. Can Jericho get back the title he’s yet to be pinned or submitted in a match for? Will Scorpio keep his hot streak?

Evolution-6 Championship
The Vanilla Midget Invitational
Kevin Nash © versus CM Punk versus Ultimo Dragon versus Super Crazy versus Chavo Guerrero, Jr. versus Shane Helms
Kevin Nash shocked a lot of people when he won the Evolution-6 Championship. Now, he vows to defend it against the ‘kinds of guys who belong in these scramble matches’. Nash is going to do what he can to keep the Evolution-6 Championship, but he also needs to remember that not everyone he’s facing is joke. Former World Champion, Chavo Guerrero, Jr. is in the mix.

ART of ALLEGIANCE Championship Match
The Hardy Boyz © versus Totality [Lex Luger and Curt Hennig] [w/Rick Rude]
One of two matches announced exclusively here on the newswire, Percy Pringle has done his old friend Rick Rude a favor. Lex Luger and Curt Hennig have been handed a shot at the ART of ALLEGIANCE Championships. Matt and Jeff have no problem with this as they want to be seen as fighting champions.

Hair vs Hair Match
Bull Nakano versus Michael Hayes [w/The ACME]
Bull Nakano has achieved a status in ART where she basically does whatever the hell she wants. She has demanded a match against Michael Hayes of The Artistic Creative Music Experience. He evaded her for quite awhile until she beat everyone else in his stable. He said he would give her whatever she wanted, and she wants hair vs hair.

International Television Championship Match
Dustin Rhodes © [w/Rick Rude] versus Cactus Jack [w/Dusty Rhodes]
For the second month in a row, Cactus Jack has EARNED a shot at Dustin Rhodes’ International Television Championship. Dustin made some horrendous statements on the last Canvas-International about his dad. He said Rick Rude and Lex Luger were more like fathers to him. Cactus decided the best way to get the advantage this time around was to have Dustin’s biological father, the American Dream, in his corner.

ART World Championship Match
Triple Threat
Bret Hart © [w/Eric Bischoff] versus Christopher Daniels versus Dean Malenko
When deciding who Bret Hart would defend against at Next Top Contender, Hart went the route he’s been taking when choosing contenders. He chose the two worse ranked wrestlers in the NTC Tournament. Neither man has won a match since NTC began. Bischoff said Hart could choose whoever he wanted to defend against, but it should be opponents who would pop a big rating for PPV. This is what Bret decided to do.

Next Top Contender Final
Winner of TITANs Block versus Winner of Canvas Block

Can. Not. Wait. For hair vs. hair!

Next Top Contender
Sunday Week 4 May

[Pre-Show] In a pre-show bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Adam Copeland won a battle royal in 20:08. The other members of the 'final four' were The Rock, Rick Martel and Road Warrior Hawk, with The Rock being the final elimination. Road Warrior Hawk got the most eliminations over the course of the match.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Eddie Guerrero defeated Ricky Steamboat in 10:30 by pinfall with a Frog Splash.

[NTC] In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho defeated 2 Cold Scorpio in 10:15 by submission with a Liontamer.

Shane Helms is walking to the ring when he ‘falls and twists his ankle’. Rey Mysterio Jr runs up and volunteers to take his spot in the match.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated CM Punk, Kevin Nash, Chavo Guerrero Jr., Ultimo Dragon and Super Crazy in a Six Way match in 6:48 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated CM Punk by pinfall with a Misteriorana. Rey Misterio Jr. wins the Evolution-6 title.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, The Hardy Boyz defeated Curt Hennig and Lex Luger in 7:33 when Curt Hennig was disqualified while fighting Jeff Hardy. The Hardy Boyz make defence number 3 of their ART of ALLEGIANCE titles.

In a decent match, Bull Nakano defeated Michael Hayes in 8:22 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. After the match, Nakano grabs the sheers. Lyric Clearwater tries to attack her, but she misses and hits Hayes. Bull takes them both down and shaves Michael’s beautiful blonde mullet.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Dustin Rhodes defeated Cactus Jack in 8:10 by pinfall with a handful of tights. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 15 of his International Television title.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Bret Hart defeated Christopher Daniels and Dean Malenko in a Triple Threat match in 12:06 when Bret Hart defeated Dean Malenko by submission with a Sharpshooter after interference from Eric Bischoff. Bret Hart makes defence number 5 of his ART World title.

[NTC] In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho drew with Eddie Guerrero in 60:00 when the time limit expired.

Guerrero and Jericho struggle to pick themselves up in the ring. They shake hands when Bret Hart walks on stage looking at both of them with a hint of concern in his eyes...

I think Bull could definitely take Mysterio any day of the week.

Here's hoping an Evo-6 title win is in her near future next!

June Need-to-Know News

Next Top Contender TIE?
Chris Jericho and Eddie Guerrero went to a 60 minute time limit draw in the final of the Next Top Contender. This is certainly unprecedented. The question now is what will be their fate. Rumors are circulating that it will either be a triple threat match, or both men will get singles opportunities. However, historically, the winner of NTC has received a one on one match at ART of GOLD, the anniversary show.

Cuts and Departures
ART is going to have some cuts and departures in the coming months. Some may not know, Diamond Dallas Page signed with WWF after the Loser Leaves ART match. Ultimo Dragon has agreed to head to New York when his ART contract expires this month. Brian Armstrong has refused to negotiate a contract extension. WWF tried to sign Chris Jericho, Chavo Guerrero, Jr., Akira Hokuto, and Bull Nakano, but they all signed extensions to stay with ART.

MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD!
MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD! MICHAEL HAYES IS BALD!

Who’s Out?
Piloto Suicida [Torn Rotator Cuff]
Yoshihiro Tajiri [Broken Neck]
Terry Gordy [Rehab]

Week 1 June 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
Citizens Business Arena

Bret Hart, Eric Bischoff, Scott Hall, and Kevin Nash open the show. Hart says as far as he’s concerned, neither Jericho nor Guerrero won the tournament, so they’re both losers. Bischoff says they need a chance to earn their shot. Hart says Hall and Nash haven’t been pulling their weight. He says if Hall and Nash beat Jericho and Guerrero at Worldwide, neither of them get their shot. However, if they won, whoever scored the pin would get to choose when they got their shot either at Evenflow or ART of GOLD.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Super Crazy, Chris Hero, Kurt Angle, Bam Bam Bigelow and Steve Williams in a Six Way match in 11:06 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Super Crazy by pinfall with a Misteriorana. Rey Misterio Jr. makes defence number 1 of his Evolution-6 title.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, The Road Warriors defeated Dean Malenko and Steve Corino in 12:45 when Road Warrior Hawk defeated Steve Corino by pinfall with a Doomsday Device.

The Road Warriors say their eyes are set on The Suicide Blondes, and they want those United States Tag Team Championships.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Eddie Guerrero, Ricky Steamboat and Rey Misterio Jr. drew with The TITANS (Bret Hart, Adam Copeland and Christian Cage) in 14:47 following a double disqualification.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Conte Forum

In a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Akira Hokuto defeated Eagle Sawai, Mizuki Endo and Yuka Shiina in a Fatal Four Way match in 11:27 when Akira Hokuto defeated Mizuki Endo by pinfall with a Northern Lights Bomb. Akira Hokuto makes defence number 2 of her Evolution-4 title.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Bull Nakano defeated Megumi Kudo in 7:58 when Megumi Kudo was disqualified when Michael Hayes ran in and attacked Bull Nakano. Bull Nakano makes defence number 2 of her Women's title.

Michael Hayes says this isn’t over. He says Nakano took his dignity. She took his hair, but she didn’t take his life, and that’s where she went wrong. He vows to get his revenge.

Canvas-International
Saturday
Conte Forum

The Blonde Bombshell open the show. Jericho talks about how he doesn’t know if he can trust Eddie Guerrero or not. He says he will do anything to get his hands on Bret Hart one on one one more time. The Hardy’s announce they will defend the ART of ALLEGIANCE Championships against the winners of the Four Way War tonight.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, 2 Cold Scorpio and Ron Simmons defeated Terry Funk & Cactus Jack, Dean Malenko and Steve Corino and Curt Hennig and Lex Luger in 10:47 when Ron Simmons defeated Steve Corino by pinfall with a Dominator.

Totality says 2 Cold Scorpio and Ron Simmons will NOT be the ones challenging The Hardy Boyz. They need to put pressure on Percy Pringle to give them the opportunity to give them another shot at The Hardy Boyz. Dustin says he also wants to pick his opponent for the ITV Title.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Kurt Angle defeated Ultimo Dragon in 8:28 by pinfall with a Headbutt.

Dusty Rhodes says things didn’t go the way he wanted them to at Next Top Contender, but he was going to build a Dream Team to save ART and put his son in his place!

In a bout that had good heat and decent wrestling, Chris Jericho defeated Rick Martel in 13:21 by submission with a Liontamer

Week 2 June 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control”
NIU Convocation Center

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Chavo Guerrero Jr., Ricky Steamboat, Sean Waltman, Dean Malenko and Steve Corino in a Six Way match in 10:45 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Steve Corino by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana. Rey Misterio Jr. makes defence number 2 of his Evolution-6 title.

Hall and Nash say they didn’t come to ART to win titles or have good matches. They came for one reason and one reason alone...The money. However, just because they hadn’t made the impact they wanted to be known for, doesn’t mean they couldn’t.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, The Road Warriors defeated Kevin Nash and Scott Hall in 12:52 when Road Warrior Hawk defeated Scott Hall by pinfall with a Doomsday Device.

Eddie Guerrero says he heard what Chris Jericho had to say. He doesn’t have any interest in teaming with him, but he does respect him. Eddie assures Chris they will have no problem beating Hall and Nash.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Eddie Guerrero defeated Christian Cage in 12:33 by pinfall with a Frog Splash.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Butte Civic Center

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Manami Toyota and Mariko Yoshida defeated Bull Nakano and Akira Hokuto in 13:22 when Akira Hokuto was disqualified while fighting Mariko Yoshida. During the match we also had Michael Hayes run in and attack Nakano.

Lyric Clearwater yells at (BALD) Michael Hayes for focusing too much on Bull Nakano when he’s also supposed to be her manager. Hayes says there is a new girl on the roster, and she can face her tonight.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Leilani Kai defeated Lyric Clearwater in 8:09 by submission.

Canvas-International
Saturday
Butte Civic Center

A video plays from earlier today. Ron Simmons is entering the building when Totality surrounds him attacking him. They slam his leg in a car door.

In a bout that had good wrestling but didn't have much heat, The Hardy Boyz defeated The Bouncers in 8:05 when Jeff Hardy defeated Rhino Richards by pinfall with an Omega Event. The Hardy Boyz make defence number 4 of their ART of ALLEGIANCE titles.

Percy Pringle says for reasons unknown to him or anyone else, Ron Simmons will be unable to compete at Evenflow forcing 2 Cold Scorpio to forfeit his ART of ALLEGIANCE Championship Match. Scorpio just shakes his head and says ‘Yeah, it seems like that’s the way it always is…’

In a bout that had great wrestling but didn't have much heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated CM Punk in 7:54 by pinfall with a Tumbleweed.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Lex Luger and Curt Hennig defeated Ace Steel and Kevin Quinn in 8:26 when Lex Luger defeated Ace Steel by submission with a Torture Rack.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Chris Jericho defeated Cactus Jack in 12:56 by submission with a Liontamer.

Week 3 June 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
Harry A. Gampel Pavilion

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated The Rock, Christopher Daniels, Dean Malenko, Steve Corino and Kurt Angle in a Six Way match in 11:02 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Kurt Angle by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana. Rey Misterio Jr. makes defence number 3 of his Evolution-6 title.

Hall and Nash talk about how The Road Warriors basically cheated to get the victory over them, and they are the best tag team in ART. They say they’ll prove their abilities tonight.

In a decent match, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall defeated Ultraman Jr. and Super Crazy in 6:04 when Kevin Nash defeated Super Crazy by pinfall while using the ropes for leverage.

In a good match, Ricky Steamboat defeated Sean Waltman in 7:31 by pinfall with a Diving Crossbody.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, The TITANS (Bret Hart, Adam Copeland and Christian Cage) defeated Eddie Guerrero and The Road Warriors in 12:14 when Road Warrior Animal was disqualified when Chris Jericho ran in and attacked Bret Hart.

Hall and Nash run down to the ring and handcuff The Road Warriors to the guardrail before they join the rest of The TITANs beating down Jericho and Guerrero. Bret Hart grabs a microphone and says they have to prove their worth in two days.

Worldwide
Thursday
Rose Garden Arena

The show opens with Dustin Rhodes announcing that Percy Pringle will be letting him defend against whomever he wants at Evenflow. DUSTY RHODES comes out with 2 Cold Scorpio. Dusty says that Scorpio earned a title shot, and if he doesn’t get one, Dusty is going to get legal involved. Dream says Scorpio could kick Dustin’s ass all over the country, but if it isn’t in a match for the title it doesn’t mean a thing. Pringle takes the contract from Dustin and puts Scorpio’s name on it.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Chavo Guerrero Jr., Christopher Daniels, The Rock, Dean Malenko and Steve Williams in a Six Way match in 16:05 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Chavo Guerrero Jr. by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana. Rey Misterio Jr. makes defence number 4 of his Evolution-6 title.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Bull Nakano defeated Leilani Kai in 7:50 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano makes defence number 3 of her Women's title.

In an exceptional match, Bret Hart defeated Terry Funk in 7:52 by submission with a Sharpshooter. Bret Hart makes defence number 6 of his ART World title.

In a bout that had great heat and good wrestling, Chris Jericho and Eddie Guerrero defeated Scott Hall and Kevin Nash in 18:02 when Chris Jericho defeated Kevin Nash by submission with a Liontamer.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

In a bout that had sub-par wrestling and non-existent crowd heat, Akira Hokuto, Rossy Moreno, Toshie Sato and Toshie Uematsu defeated Eagle Sawai, Kaori Nakayama, Mizuki Endo and Yuka Shiina in 8:08 when Akira Hokuto defeated Kaori Nakayama by pinfall with a Northern Lights Bomb.

Michael Hayes comes out to cut a promo when Corey Maclin asks him what the hell he’s doing out here. Corey says there is going to be a big change coming to Women of ART, and he doesn’t think Michael Hayes will be able to do this kind of thing anymore. Bald.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Bull Nakano defeated Lyric Clearwater, Manami Toyota, Mariko Yoshida and Megumi Kudo in a Five Way match in 9:22 when Bull Nakano defeated Megumi Kudo by pinfall with a Lariat. Bull Nakano makes defence number 4 of her Women's title.

Canvas-International
Saturday
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Dusty Rhodes and 2 Cold Scorpio open the show. Dusty says they have a very special guest. He brings out Ron Simmons who is on crutches. Dusty says Ron will be proud to be in their corner at Evenflow!

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Terry Funk & Cactus Jack defeated Dean Malenko and Steve Corino, Bam Bam Bigelow and Steve Williams and Chris Hero and Ricky Steamboat in 10:49 when Cactus Jack defeated Steve Corino by pinfall with a Double Arm DDT.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Chavo Guerrero Jr. defeated Kurt Angle in 13:16 by submission.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Totality (Lex Luger, Curt Hennig and Dustin Rhodes) defeated 2 Cold Scorpio and The Hardy Boyz in 11:35 when Lex Luger defeated Matt Hardy by submission with a Torture Rack after interference from Rick Rude. During the match, Ron Simmons accidentally tripped 2 Cold Scorpio.

Chris Jericho says he gets to decide when he faces Bret Hart. He says he could main event ART of GOLD as the challenger, but he’d rather go in as the champion. He mentions there was one clause in the contract Bret didn’t see. The man who challenged at Evenflow would get to pick his stipulation, and Chris chose a LADDER MATCH!

Week 4 June 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
NIU Convocation Center

Bret Hart opens the show talking about how embarrassed he was to find out about the clause in the contract by watching at home Saturday night. He says he has no doubt he will beat Jericho in a ladder match, but he wishes he had known ahead of time. He announces a tune up match tonight.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Christopher Daniels, Chavo Guerrero Jr., Sean Waltman, Dean Malenko and Steve Corino in a Six Way match in 10:34 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Steve Corino by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana. Rey Misterio Jr. makes defence number 5 of his Evolution-6 title.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Road Warrior Hawk defeated Adam Copeland in 8:22 by pinfall with a Flying Lariat.

Eddie Guerrero comes out and says he’s disappointed he doesn’t have a title shot at Evenflow. He wants to be the ART World Champion again. He wants to get back to the top of the mountain. He wants to stay on his game and keep his streak going, so he issues an open challenge for Evenflow! That challenge is accepted by The Rock! The two talk trash a bit about each other, but then, they agree while talking trash about the TITANs.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Eddie Guerrero and The Rock defeated Scott Hall and Kevin Nash in 8:17 when Eddie Guerrero defeated Scott Hall by pinfall with a Frog Splash.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and fantastic heat, Bret Hart defeated Christopher Daniels in 12:53 by pinfall with a Victory Roll after Eric Bischoff interfered. Bret Hart makes defence number 7 of his ART World title.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Rabobank Arena

In a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Akira Hokuto defeated Rossy Moreno, Kaori Nakayama and Mariko Yoshida in a Fatal Four Way match in 10:56 when Akira Hokuto defeated Kaori Nakayama by submission with a Strangle Hold Gamma. Akira Hokuto makes defence number 3 of her Evolution-4 title.

In a poor match, Michael Hayes defeated Megumi Kudo in 8:16 by pinfall after Lyric Clearwater interfered.

The new Artistic Director of Women of ART LINDA MCMAHON announced that at Evenflow, it would be a Loser Leaves Women of ART Match between Michael Hayes and Bull Nakano INSIDE A STEEL CAGE!

Canvas-International
Saturday
Rabobank Arena

Chris Jericho sits on top of a ladder. He talks about how he climbed this ladder himself many years ago. He talks about everything it took to get back to the top. Then The TITANs came. They earned nothing and took everything. Jericho was going to make Bret climb the ladder at Evenflow.

In a bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Chris Jericho defeated Kurt Angle in 8:16 by submission with a Liontamer.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Curt Hennig defeated Matt Hardy in 8:11 by submission with a Spinning Toe Hold.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Dustin Rhodes defeated Jeff Hardy in 12:58 by pinfall with a Bulldog after Rick Rude interfered. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 16 of his International Television title.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated Lex Luger in 13:08 by pinfall with a Diss That Don't Miss.

The show ends with Dusty Rhodes and Ron Simmons celebrating with 2 Cold Scorpio. Dusty says they will both be behind him tomorrow night!

Evenflow
CARD

Evolution-6 Championship Match
Rey Mysterio, Jr. © versus Christopher Daniels versus Ricky Steamboat versus Scott Hall versus Kevin Nash versus Dean Malenko
Rey Mysterio, Jr. is quickly on his way to earning his sixth defense of the Evolution-6 Championship. However, he’s got his work cut out for him in this one. Christopher Daniels and Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat are both former ART World Champions. Malenko, Hall, and Nash are former Evolution-6 Champions. You also have to factor in the fact that Hall and Nash will do whatever it takes to protect their stablemate, Bret Hart, from an unplanned title defense.

United States Tag Team Championship Match
The Suicide Blondes versus The Road Warriors
The Suicide Blondes have held the United States Tag Team Championships for awhile now, but the young championships will face possibly its most legendary challengers. The Road Warriors haven’t had a ton of momentum heading into the new millennium, but this could be their opportunity to correct course. However, when the TITANs are involved, it’s hard to say what might happen.

ART of ALLEGIANCE Championship Match
The Hardy Boyz © versus Totality (Lex Luger and Curt Hennig) w[/Rick Rude]
Ron Simmons and 2 Cold Scorpio earned an opportunity to challenge for the ART of ALLEGIANCE Championships. However, Totality responded by breaking Simmons’s leg. They demanded to get the championship opportunity, and Percy Pringle gave them what they wanted. The Hardy Boyz are fighting champions, so they didn’t say anything, but you know they’d rather give the opportunity to a team that earned things the right way,

Special Challenge
Eddie Guerrero versus The Rock
Eddie Guerrero was involved in a one hour time limit draw against Chris Jericho at Next Top Contender after having a match against Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat. Some people are calling it a career resurgence. Indeed, Eddie is one of only two current Grand Slam Champions on the roster. He wants to stay hot as he gets ready to do battle with whomever the ART World Champion may be at ART of GOLD, but he’s facing another former ART World Champion in The Rock.

Steel Cage Match
Loser Leaves Women of ART
Bull Nakano versus Michael Hayes
The feud between Michael Hayes and Bull Nakano has been going on for quite some time now. It all started when Hayes wanted Nakano and Akira Hokuto to be Lyric Clearwater’s back up singers. This feud has already cost Michael Hayes his hair, but now it could cost him his ability to appear on Women of ART. New authority figure, Linda McMahon says this show isn’t big enough for the two of them, so she will be quoting her ex-husband when she tells one of them ‘You’re fired!’ inside a Steel Cage!

International Television Championship Match
Dustin Rhodes © [w/Rick Rude] versus 2 Cold Scorpio [w/Dusty Rhodes and Ron Simmons]
Totality screwed 2 Cold Scorpio and Ron Simmons out of their ART of ALLEGIANCE Championship match when they broke Ron Simmons’ leg. Dustin’s father, ‘The American Dream’ Dusty Rhodes came to the rescue. He threatened legal action if 2 Cold Scorpio was not given the shot, and Percy Pringle obliged. Can 2 Cold Scorpio end what has been a very dominant reign as International Television Champion?

ART World Championship Match
Ladder Match
Bret Hart © [w/Eric Bischoff] versus Chris Jericho
The feud between these two Canadian icons started when Bret Hart and Eric Bischoff assumed Chris Jericho would join The TITANs. Not only did Jericho refuse, he formed a new version of The Blonde Bombshell with the Hardy Boyz. He lost the ART World Championship at Night of Champions in a match where he was never pinned. He lost his cool at Flash Bash, and it took him getting a tie in the finals of Next Top Contender to get another shot. Jericho said Bret Hart didn’t have to pay his dues and climb the ladder in ART like he did, so Jericho proposed the two go to war in a Ladder Match.

1RealSmartAlex, you weren't kidding... I never would've expected Linda. That's a terrific get!

Evenflow
Sunday Week 4 2000
BankAtlantic Center

[Pre-Show] In a pre-show bout that had great wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Terry Funk & Cactus Jack defeated CM Punk and Kurt Angle in 12:33 when Terry Funk defeated CM Punk by submission with a Spinning Toe Hold.

[Pre-Show] In a pre-show bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Steve Williams won a battle royal in 14:44. The other members of the 'final four' were Bam Bam Bigelow, Akira Hokuto and Steve Corino, with Bam Bam Bigelow being the final elimination. Steve Corino got the most eliminations over the course of the match.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Christopher Daniels, Ricky Steamboat, Dean Malenko, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall in a Six Way match in 11:16 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Christopher Daniels by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana. Rey Misterio Jr. makes defence number 6 of his Evolution-6 title.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and good heat, The Suicide Blondes defeated The Road Warriors in 8:04 when Adam Copeland defeated Road Warrior Animal by pinfall by using underhanded tactics. The Suicide Blondes make defence number 1 of their United States Tag Team Champions titles.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and good heat, The Hardy Boyz defeated Curt Hennig and Lex Luger in 13:25 when Jeff Hardy defeated Curt Hennig by submission with a Texas Cloverleaf. The Hardy Boyz make defence number 5 of their ART of ALLEGIANCE titles.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Eddie Guerrero defeated The Rock in 18:07 by pinfall with a Frog Splash.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Bull Nakano defeated Michael Hayes in a Cage Classic match in 10:26 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, Dustin Rhodes defeated 2 Cold Scorpio in 13:30 by pinfall with a Bulldog. During the match we also had Ron Simmons turn on Scorpio by smashing the crutch over his back. Dustin Rhodes makes defence number 17 of his International Television title.

Totality introduces their newest member, Ron Simmons. He dances into the shot with no crutches and says he loves it when a plan comes together, and that’s all he has to say.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and fantastic heat, Bret Hart defeated Chris Jericho in a Ladder match in 25:04 when Bret Hart retrieved the item. The match also had a lot of interference: Sean Waltman targeted Jericho, Scott Hall attacked Jericho, and finally Kevin Nash interfered against Jericho. Bret Hart makes defence number 8 of his ART World title.

July Need-to-Know News

ART of GOLD Main Event Set
With Bret Hart defeating Chris Jericho in the ladder match, Eddie Guerrero is the next in line for the ART World Championship. The two will lock horns at ART of GOLD at the Sixth Anniversary event. Eddie earned this opportunity by winning Next Top Contender. However, now, he has a giant target on his back. What will he do to ensure he has a fair fight against The TITANs?

Why Ron Why?
Ron Simmons cracked a crutch over the back of 2 Cold Scorpio at Evenflow. Lex Luger then introduced him as the newest member of Totality. What does this mean for the Dusty Dream Team? Can Totality be stopped?

Michael Hayes banned from Women of ART
After losing the Steel Cage Match to Bull Nakano, Michael Hayes is now BANNED from Women of ART. What will the Freebird do now? Who is going to cut promos on Women of ART? What does this mean for the future of The ACME? We have more questions than answers.

Who’s Out?
Piloto Suicida [Torn Rotator Cuff]
Yoshihiro Tajiri [Broken Neck]
Terry Gordy [Rehab]

Week 1 July 2000

Tuesday Night TITANs
“We are in control!”
Gersten Pavilion

Bret Hart opens the show talking about how he’s tired of being disrespected. He says everyone rooted for Chris Jericho, and they were sorely disappointed. Now, he says Eddie Guerrero has everyone behind him. Bret talks about how Eddie held the ART World Championship for nearly 2 years, and he accumulated 107 defenses, but Bret says he is going to smash that record just like he’s going to smash Eddie Guerrero into obscurity.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Christopher Daniels, Chris Hero, Sean Waltman, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall in a Six Way match in 10:37 when Rey Misterio Jr. defeated Chris Hero by pinfall with a Springboard Huracarrana. Rey Misterio Jr. makes defence number 7 of his Evolution-6 title.

Rey Mysterio, Jr. talks about how he watched his friend fight, scratch, and claw to get back to the top of the mountain. He talks about how proud he is of Eddie, and he knows Eddie will make everyone proud at ART of GOLD. He vows he will not cash in the Evolution-6 Championship until after ART of GOLD so Eddie can have the match he earned even if it means he loses the Evolution-6 Championship first. He says he may call his shot down the road, but right now, he wants to keep his options open.

In a bout that had great wrestling but didn't have much heat, Bret Hart defeated AJ Styles in 13:12 by submission with a Sharpshooter after interference from Eric Bischoff. Bret Hart makes defence number 9 of his ART World title.

Eddie Guerrero talks about how when he was ART World Champion, he didn’t defend against guys who were having their first televised singles match in ART. He talks about how he fought the best, and how he will continue to fight the best. Eddie then says he wants to wrestle on both shows between now and ART of GOLD.

In a superb match, Eddie Guerrero defeated Bam Bam Bigelow in 12:36 by pinfall with a Frog Splash.

Women of ART
Taped for Sunday
Hawaii

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Manami Toyota defeated Megumi Kudo, Mariko Yoshida and Akira Hokuto in a Fatal Four Way match in 10:46 when Manami Toyota defeated Mariko Yoshida by pinfall with a Japanese Queen Bee Bomb. Manami Toyota wins the Evolution-4 title.

Dok Hendrix debuts asking Linda McMahon for a job as an interviewer. She tells him if he can find anyone to interview, the job is his. He interviews Lyric Clearwater who says with Michael Hayes gone, The ACME is under her control. On that note, The Bouncers bounce refusing to view Lyric as their leader.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Bull Nakano defeated Mizuki Endo in 8:20 by pinfall with a Guillotine Leg Drop. Bull Nakano makes defence number 5 of her Women's title.

Canvas-International
Saturday
Hawaii

Totality opens the show. Simmons says Dusty Rhodes was using him just like he’s using Scorpio. He said he was the one who attacked Dusty Rhodes because of what Dusty did to The Rock Solid Foundation. Simmons said that was his team, and he didn’t like not having a team. That’s why he went out and found a team that will always have his back.

In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, The Hardy Boyz drew with Dean Malenko and Steve Corino in 15:00 when the time limit expired.

In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Chris Jericho defeated Shane Helms in 13:06 by submission with a Liontamer.

In a bout that had sensational wrestling and great heat, 2 Cold Scorpio defeated Dustin Rhodes in 13:17 when Dustin Rhodes was disqualified when Ron Simmons ran in and attacked 2 Cold Scorpio.

The babyface locker room ran out chasing off Totality. Cactus Jack, Terry Funk, and 2 Cold Scorpio stood in the ring. Dusty grabbed a microphone and said “Baby! I’m tired of all this. I WANT MY JOB BACK!”