NWA Rampage Pro Wrestling at Johnny G's in Warner Robins, Ga., on August 7.
Anthony Andrews comes out very briefly to cut a promo about beating the law, a
reference to his victory over Officer Chris Jacobs at Sizzlin Summer Bash. He told the
crowd that he is still a winner, which is something they should all try being some
time. A constant joke between some of the fans is how Andrews is always the
opening match on the card. Though he did not compete, he was the first competitor
whose music played and entered the ring.
Sal Rinauro vs Drew Adler
Referee: Dustin Robinson
The match starts with Drew getting a Wrist Lock on Sal and the two continuously
reversing each other for about 2 minutes. Sal gains the upper hand and starts trash
talking about why he ditched Drew and Marv. Rope Choke by Sal broken at 4, followed
by a Drop Kick to Drew’s back. The fans start getting behind Drew and he briefly starts
fighting back but is stopped when Sal pokes him in the eyes. Sal takes Drew to the
mat and starts choking him until 4 and briefly leaves the ring, which gets the crowd to
start throwing insults at him. After Sal gets back in Adler makes another brief come
back, this time stopped by a Jawbreaker by Sal followed by a pin attempt. Adler
comes back with a series of blows and, after taking Sal down, lands a Slingshot
Senton from the Apron followed by a pin attempt. Adler delivers a boot to Sal and then
sets him up in what looks like a modified Fireman’s Carry. Sal escapes and lands a
German Suplex transitioned into a pin attempt. They both end up on the apron, where
Adler comes out of nowhere and slams Sal down, back and arm first, onto the apron.
The crowd gets behind Drew as Sal rolls into the ring saying he can’t feel his arm.
Adler, not buying Sal’s complaints, approaches but Sal kicks his knee from under him
and lands a Facebuster to pick up the victory.
Result: Sal Rinauro wins via Pinfall at 10:24
“Hit for Hire” Bobby Moore (w/ Charlie Cash) vs Frankie Valentine
Referee: Stan Robinson
Moore receives the usual “Barney” chants for his purple ring attire. After some
pressure in the turnbuckle, Frankie punches Moore in the face to the delight of the
crowd. Moore and Cash complain to the referee about Valentine’s closed fist
prompting the referee to tell Frankie that he needs to open them when exchanging
blows. Chin Lock by Bobby Moore countered into a Wrist Lock by Frankie, followed by
another punch to the face, again with a pop from the crowd. Moore and Cash start
complaining again and stating that he should be given the match and that Frankie
should be disqualified. This continues for about 4 minutes and includes a time when
Moore attempts to punch back but is blocked and punched again by Valentine. Things
start picking up when Frankie attempts a pin. Bobby delivers and elbow and Frankie
rolls out of the ring. Moore maintains control with a series of chops, elbows, and
punches. After being thrown out of the ring, Valentine is attacked by Charlie Cash
while Moore distracted Referee Stan Robinson. Moore then exits the ring and he and
Valentine go to exchanging blows. Back in the ring with a pin attempt by Bobby Moore.
Frankie briefly gains the upper hand but Moore dodges his Moonsault, leaving him
vulnerable for a pin attempt. Valentine attempts another come back with a Side
Russian Leg Sweep followed by a pin attempt. Moore comes back and plants
Valentine face first into the middle turnbuckle. Pin attempt by Moore, leading into
multiple pin attempts by both competitors. Valentine dodges a boot by Moore and hits
him with an Inverted Stomp Facebuster for the win.
Result: Frankie Valentine wins via Pinfall at 10:32
Starting the Show
Ben Masters gets in the ring. He talks about opening the show (possibly meaning the
first two matches and promo were all for Rampage Rewind) and starts talking about
the big card. He introduces Adam Pearce, who comes out with a Heel persona
insulting the fans in ways unfamiliar to the usual NWA Rampage crowd (mainly due
to his lack of family-friendly language). He starts talking about Zach Salvation, the
winner of the NWA Future Legends Tournament held at NWA Legends Fanfest just
the night before in Atlanta, when he’s interrupted by “We Want Bull” chants. Pearce
goes on to say that when he’s finished with Zach he’ll come back to Rampage to take
on the biggest and baddest guy they have to offer. Bull Buchanon comes out to
address Pearce. They both go on to express their mutual respect for each other and
ends with Bull telling Pearce that, respect aside, when Adam comes back he’ll do
what he always does (referring to his ability in the ring). Bull leaves the ring and
Pearce remains for his NWA World Heavyweight Championship match.
NWA World Heavyweight Championship Match
“Scrap Iron” Adam Pearce (C) vs Zach Salvation
Referee: Dustin Robinson
There are noticeably more cameras around the ring for this match, possibly from
NWA Legends Fanfest. Wrist Lock by Adam Pearce countered into a Chin Lock by
Zach Salvation. Pearce comes back with a Leg Scissors. They continue to counter
each other for the first 2 minutes leading into a pin attempt by Salvation. The two start
exchanging blows, leading into Pearce planting Zach with a Gutwrench Suplex
following up with a pin attempt of his own. Zach rolls up Adam for a 2 count. Belly to
Belly by Pearce followed by a pin attempt. Monkey Flip by Salvation with his own pin
attempt following. Pearce starts bleeding from his forehead. Salvation sets up a
Fireman’s Carry but Pearce gets out. Pearce misses a jump and hurts his knee.
Salvation goes to pick him up in what looks like a German Suplex but Pearce lands a
Lariat out of nowhere for the win.
Result: Adam Pearce wins via Pinfall at 10:07
Who Said Tag Team Competitors Can’t Wrestle Alone?
Shaun Banks from Hot Like Lava comes out to say that Cru Jones was hung over
from partying all night and couldn’t make it to the show. Because of this, they wouldn’t
be able to defend their NWA Rampage Pro Wrestling Tag Team Titles. Doc Gayton
comes out and says that since that’s the case, Shaun Banks would have to compete
in a singles match. Banks claims that he can’t wrestle in singles matches because
he’s a tag team competitor. Doc references Shaun’s NWA Rampage Heavyweight
Title reign that lasted almost a full 6 months. Doc then went on to say that Banks
would be allowed to choose one of two men to be his opponent (the crowd knew he
was referring to the Usual Suspects) and that if Banks loses, Hot Like Lava will
defend their NWA Rampage Tag Titles against their team. The Usual Suspects come
out and corner Shaun Banks in the ring. Banks attempts to talk his way out but Doc
says that he will no longer be on the NWA Rampage roster if he refuses to compete.
If Shaun Banks loses, the Usual Suspects become the Number 1 Contenders for the
RPW Tag Team Titles
Shaun Banks vs Murder One (w/ AJ Steele)
Referee: Stan Robinson
Shaun doesn’t even get to say the name of his opponent. As soon as he raises a
finger to point at Muder One, the competitor Dark City attacks him relentlessly as AJ
Steele and Doc Gayton exit the ring. Banks is thrown outside but is quickly thrown
back in by AJ Steele. Murder attempts an early pin. Leg takedown by Murder One
followed by a running Senton and another pin attempt. Banks comes back and
manages to get Murder One outside of the ring, who is helped back in by AJ Steele.
Banks quickly uses the ropes to choke Murder One, breaking before 5. Pin attempt by
Banks. Murder briefly comes back but is stopped by Banks, with Banks attempting
another pin. Murder One comes back and lands his Cutter to Shaun Banks to pick up
the victory.
Result: Murder One wins via Pinfall at 4:31. The Usual Suspects are the Number 1
Contenders for NWA Rampage Tag Team Titles
If Jeremy Vain Loses, Frankie Valentine gets a shot at the NWA Rampage TV Title in a
No Time Limit Match
“Untouchable” Jeremy Vain (w/ “Pretty Boy” Doug Somers) vs Colt “Boom Boom”
Cabana (w/ Frankie Valentine)
Referee: Dustin Robinson
Cabana has the full support of the crowd. Vain trips getting back into the ring which
makes him the laughing stock of the match. Pin Attempt by Cabana after a Shoulder
Block. Vain continues to try avoiding Cabana through the match. Waist Lock by Vain
countered by Colt. After some brief humor at Referee Dustin Robinson’s expense,
Cabana makes a pin attempt over Vain. Cabana goes into the corner opposite of
Valentine, but Somers grabs his leg. Cabana informs Referee Dustin Robinson, who
sees it, before getting a knee from Vain. Somers is not dismissed from ring side.
Vain uses the ropes to choke Cabana and breaks before 5. Cabana comes back and
makes a pin attempt. Vain comes back and makes a pin attempt of his own, then
goes for a Sleeper Hold. The crowd gets behind Colt Cabana as he fights his way out
and makes a pin attempt. Cabana delivers a series of blows and ultimate picks up
the victory after Valentine thwarts a distraction from Doug Somers.
Result: Colt Cabana wins via Pinfall at 10:06
Rob Adonis (w/ Charlie Cash) vs “Marvelous” Michael Stevens
Referee: Stan Robinson
Marv starts with some humor stating that Adonis was bigger than he remembered.
Marv slaps Adonis in the face before leaving the ring. He sneaks behind Cash who is
arguing with the crowd to slap him in the face as well to the delight of the fans in
attendance. Adonis gains the upper hand and chokes Marv with the ropes when they
get back in the ring. Stalling Suplex by Adonis followed up with a pin attempt. Marv
lands a Jawbreaker but is still taken down by Adonis, who makes another pin
attempt. Body Slam by Adonis as he starts taunting Marv. Marv makes another brief
come back with an Enziguri but Adonis quickly takes him down. Rob makes another
pin attempt. Marv comes back with a Diving Moonsault followed by his own pin
attempt. Adonis comes back and locks in his Iron Claw and when the referee raises
Marv’s arm for the third time, Adonis prevents it from dropping. Adonis then plants
Marv with a Spinbuster for the win.
Result: Rob Adonis wins via Pinfall at 5:57
Jimmy Rave vs “The American Wolf” Davey Richards
Referee: Dustin Robinson
Richards came in wearing the Ring of Honor World Championship. Rave refuses to
shake hands with Richards, who offered it as a direct reference to the Code of Honor
in ROH. The match starts very technical with a series of reversals by both
competitors. Each competitor manages to get a very insulting slap on one another.
Drop kick by Richards and Rave exits the ring. Richards follows and wears Rave
down outside. They both end up on the apron. Rave plants Richards onto the apron
with a STO. Back in the ring with a pin attempt by Rave. After Richards briefly fights
back, Rave delivers and elbow followed by another pin attempt. Richards comes back
and locks in a Surfboard Stretch transitioned into a pin attempt. Rave comes back
and the action goes to the briefly goes to the outside of the ring. Pin attempt by Rave
upon getting back in. Rave continues to wear down Richards but is thrown outside.
When Rave gets back in, Richards lands a Drop Kick from the top rope. The two
exchange blows in the center of the ring. Spring Board kick to Rave’s face from
Richards followed by a pin attempt. The two go back to exchanging blows until
Richards manages another pin attempt and follows up with an Arm Bar. Rave
escapes and makes a pin attempt, and a series of pin attempts is made by both
competitors, notably after a Swinging Neckbreaker from Rave. The match ends with
Richards landing a Superplex, which transitioned into another Suplex, and finally into
an Arm Bar forcing Rave to tap out.
Result: Davey Richards wins via Submission at 13:36
No Need for a 6-Man
Corey Hollis, Chip Day, and Mike Posey all storm the ring and attack Richards. Kyle
Matthews, J-Rod, and Ace Rockwell make the save. Richards challenges Rave to
step into what was planned to be a 6-Man Tag Team match and make it an 8-Man
instead, to include Rave and Richards. Doc Gayton comes out to stand at ringside as
the match begins.
Davey Richards, Kyle Matthews, J-Rod, Ace Rockwell vs Corey Hollis, Mike Posey,
Chip Day, Jimmy Rave
Referee: Dustin Robinson
Jimmy Rave Approved tends to be very difficult to keep up with on paper, as all of
them are very sound technical wrestlers who are very good at getting in the ring
illegally and causing a lot of chaos. Rave and Richards start, with Richards having the
upper hand. Richards and his team continue to tag out while wearing Rave down,
ultimately resulting in J-Rod to enter. A few more quick tags are made by both teams,
with Hollis and Matthews being tagged in against each other and Chip Day and Davey
Richards being tagged in afterwards. Chip Day makes the first pin attempt over Davey
Richards. Chip goes to kick Richards, but is countered with a Corkscrew. J-Rod tags
in with a pin attempt. Posey and Rockwell tag in next. Posey gains the upper hand
and tags in Hollis. Ace takes advantage and wears down Hollis before tagging in
Richards. Rave tags in, wears down Richards, then tags out to Chip Day who
continues. Chip tags in Posey, and Jimmy Rave Approved pulls one of their usual tag
transition tricks where they all storm the ring, knocking the opposing team off their
corner and attacking the lone Richards before the referee finally regains control.
Hollis tags in and makes a pin attempt. Boston Crab by Hollis and Jimmy Rave
Approved, again, storms the ring, this time with opposition from the other team
resulting in Matthews breaking the Boston Crab. Posey tags in and wears down
Richards with a Leg Scissor Sleeper. Richards escapes but Rave tags in and
prevents him from reaching his corner. Richards makes a comeback and the crowd
starts a “Make the Tag” chant to support him. Kyle Matthews makes the hot tag and
clears the ring of the Jimmy Rave Approved members. Chip Day tags in and everyone
in the match ends up in the ring. Kyle’s team ends up gaining the upper hand and
using the Approved team’s tactics against them by ganging up on Chip Day as he
remains in the ring. Frog Splash and pin attempt by Matthews. The Approved
members attack Matthews again and Chip makes a pin attempt, which is broken by J-
Rod. Another huge brawl starts with all the competitors in the match, which is both in
and around the ring. During the confusion, Sal Rinauro enters on behalf of Jimmy
Rave Approved to interfere and knock out Matthews. Sal escapes under the ring and
Chip Day picks up the pin.
Result: Jimmy Rave Approved wins via Pinfall (Chip Day pins Kyle Matthews) at 12:30
But the Doc was Watching…
Doc Gayton, NWA Rampage Pro Wrestling’s chairman and acting general manager
exposes Sal Rinauro to the referee and reverses the decision of the match. During
the outrage from the Approved members, the opposing team storms the ring, locking
all of the Approved into different submission holds and watching as they all tap out.
Davey goes on to talk about how they all had the members tapping and how he will
be heading back home the next day. He puts over the NWA Rampage competitors by
saying he’s comfortable in saying that the crowd is “in good hands” before they start
celebrating.
Result: Match Decision Reversed. Kyle Matthews, Davey Richards, Ace Rockwell, and
J-Rod win.
Credit: Daniel Lumm @ GeorgiaWrestlingHistory.com
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