WWF Superstars of Wrestling – September 21st, 1991

September 21, 1991

From the Rochester War Memorial in Rochester, NY

Your hosts are Vince McMahon and Roddy Piper. Vince tells us that Savage’s appeal to have his suspension lifted was denied and that he “systematically destroyed” Tunney’s office as Piper goes off on a rant about the news. Ah, Vince and is wacky choice of words.

This week in action are Sid Justice, Big Bossman, Ted DiBiase, and the British Bulldog. Plus, Ric Flair on the “Funeral Parlor” and more!

Kato w/ Mr. Fuji vs. Sid Justice

Vince tells us that we will hear from Randy Savage after this match. This is Sid’s TV debut match. Kato cheap shots Sid in the corner but Sid fights back. The announcers talk about Savage remaining suspended as Sid hits a chokeslam. We now hear from Jake Roberts with The Undertaker & Paul Bearer in an insert promo as Jake calls out Sid for interfering in their business. Sid kicks Kato a few times then uses a powerbomb for the win (1:47).

Thoughts: Sid’s presence is just awesome and having him use the powerbomb was a badass finisher.

WWF Update with Gene Okerlund. After showing us more WWF merchandise available at Toys R Us we then see a clip of Okerlund interview Savage at Savage’s home. Savage says he is thankful for the fan support but he needs to be here with Elizabeth. We hear Elizabeth off camera as Savage asks if she needs help but Elizabeth insists that she is fine. Savage says he will apologize for what he did to Tunney’s office but what would anyone else do in this situation as Elizabeth is emotionally scarred and their wedding was ruined. Savage thanks Sid Justice for being there to prevent further damage then says he feels terrible for not being able to do anything about what happened. Savage then says that Sid might be able to do something and right now that is the only thing he can hope for then he becomes even more emotional and cuts the interview short. I loved how they produced this segment and humanized Savage to get the angle over. Savage was tremendous here and it made you want to see him get revenge on Jake even more.

Phil Apollo vs. Big Bully Busick w/ Harvey Whippleman

Busick takes popcorn from a young girl then dumps it over her head. Once again that girl was Heenan’s daughter but this time she was dressed in non-WWF merchandise. Busick beats on Apollo as we hear from Whippleman in an insert promo saying he can back up what he says because of Busick. Back to the match as Busick hits a slingshot atomic drop then uses the stump puller for the win (1:43).

Thoughts: More of the same that we’ve seen from these two over the past month as they to establish the Whippleman character.

We are shown Virgil with the Million Dollar Belt as several kids are rubbing the belt. Virgil tells them to work hard for their dreams. In all honesty Virgil was solid with his inspirational character. I mean he was bad in the ring but as a character, quite likable in this role.

“Superfly” Jimmy Snuka vs. Mike Williams

Snuka is back to wearing his trunks. Vince talks about Sgt. Slaughter hiding out in the Fiji Islands as Piper says the people of Fiji do not put up with people like Slaughter. Vince says that everyone wants to see Slaughter in conclusion but personally would like to see him compete again despite having the “ethics of an alley cat.” Piper puts over Snuka’s ability then Williams misses a corner splash and Snuka rolls him up for the win (1:50).

Thoughts: Odd to see Snuka beat a job guy with a rollup but Snuka was badly broken down. I assume they got him on this taping because he was over in the Northeast because he was not involved in any sort of storyline.

“Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase vs. Mike Durham

Durham is the future Johnny Grunge of Public Enemy fame. DiBiase immediately attacks Durham and stays on the attack while Sherri screams. DiBiase catches Durham with a powerslam then puts on the Million Dollar Dream for the win (1:55). After the match, Durham gets a $100 bill shoved down his throat

Thoughts: The story remains that DiBiase is irate over Virgil “stealing” his Million Dollar Belt.

British Bulldog vs. Chris Duffy

Vince tells us that the “Funeral Parlor” with Ric Flair is next. Duffy fails to knock down Bulldog and gets beat down. Bulldog tosses Duffy back inside but gets his eyes raked. Bulldog slingshots Duffy outside as we hear from Bulldog in an insert promo hyping up the European Rampage tour. Vince asks Piper about being on “Prime Time Wrestling” this week as Bulldog hits a clothesline then uses a running powerslam for the win (2:12). Vince also tells us that Lou Ferrigno will be on Prime Time as well.

Thoughts: We had some plugs for Prime Time and found out that the Funeral Parlor segment would follow. Plus, more hype for the upcoming European tour.

An ad for the “Hulk Hogan: Real American Story” Hot Ticket PPV.

Funeral Parlor with guests Ric Flair and Bobby Heenan. They taunt Piper, who is getting pissed, but Vince tells Piper to keep his cool. Flair then tells Piper the first opportunity he has to see him he’ll smack his lights out. Flair then addresses Hulk Hogan and talks about Hogan dodging him for the past ten years. Flair calls Heenan the “greatest mind in this sport” and recalls Heenan calling him up and that Flair took the money offer to come to the WWF. Flair then rags on Hogan for making movies in Hollywood while he was bleeding and sweating en route to world titles. Flair says that while Hogan makes kids happy he was been a “kiss stealing, limousine riding, jet flying, son of a gun.” Flair was more like his NWA/WCW self at the end of this promo but even though is treated like a big deal now still feels out of place in the WWF. Keep in mind how Vince kept reminding Piper of his broadcast deal that stated he was not allowed to get physical.

Big Bossman defeats Dwayne Evans in a match first shown on the 9/9 edition of “Prime Time Wrestling.” During this match Vince said that Flair would make his wrestling debut next week.

Vince shills the new “Bodybuilding Lifestyles” magazine with Mike Quinn on the cover. Its pretty much the WBF Magazine at this point with the logo featured prominently in the upper left corner.

We now see a vignette of Tito Santana inside of a bull fighting ring. Tito narrates and said he must go before his native peers and look into the eyes of the bull and know the thrill of the charge and hear the adulation of his fans then become…………..El Matador. Apparently, becoming a matador will help him find his competitive edge in wrestling.

Beverly Brothers vs. Sonny Blaze & Scott Keller

The Genius gives the Beverly Brothers another poem introduction. Piper puts over the Beverly Brothers skills as Blake hits Blaze with a belly-to-belly suplex. Vince tells us that Savage will return to the booth next week as the Beverly Brothers stay in control then put Keller away with the Shaker Heights Spike (2:24).

Thoughts: The main thing here was leaving on Savage’s return. No mention of the Beverly Brothers/Bushwhackers feud.

Next week in action are Bret Hart, Natural Disasters, Hacksaw Jim Duggan, and Ric Flair. Plus, Jake Roberts as guest on the “Funeral Parlor” and Randy Savage making his return to the broadcast booth.

Final Thoughts: The Savage interview was great and Flair segment on the “Funeral Parlor” was solid. Besides that they are repackaging Tito Santana as a matador and we saw Sid in his TV in-ring debut. Next week is also memorable as Savage will return, Flair makes his debut in the ring, and Jake will be on the “Funeral Parlor.” This was a good show.

Here is my schedule for the next several days:

Friday: WWF Wrestling Challenge 9/22/91

Saturday: Mid-South Wrestling 9/8/83

Sunday: WWF Superstars of Wrestling 9/28/91

Monday: WWF Wrestling Challenge 9/29/91

Tuesday: WWF Prime Time Wrestling 9/30/91

Wednesday: WWF Battle Royal at Albert Hall 10/3/91

Thursday: WWF Superstars of Wrestling 10/5/91