Today in Pro Wrestling History (September 16): Sting Tells WCW That He’s a ‘Free Agent’
Sting turns his back on WCW after his loyalty is questioned following the nWo’s attack on Lex Luger. He declares himself a free agent.
1996
Today in Pro Wrestling History (September 15): Two Stings Cause Confusion at WarGames
nWo wins WarGames at WCW Fall Brawl 1996 in chaotic match. Sting reveals fake Sting, walks out. Confusion ensues everywhere!
Today in Pro Wrestling History (July 7): The New World Order is Formed
On July 7th, 1996, Hulk Hogan shocked the world by turning heel and joining the Outsiders to form the New World Order (nWo) at WCW…
Today in Pro Wrestling History (June 23): Stone Cold Uncorks ‘Austin 3:16’, And Ignites a New Attitude
On June 23rd, 1996, Stone Cold Steve Austin won the King of the Ring and delivered the iconic “Austin 3:16” promo, ushering in the Attitude…
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (June 1): The World Wrestling Peace Festival
On June 1st, 1996, wrestlers from NJPW, WCW, AAA, and more united for the historic World Wrestling Peace Festival.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (May 11): The Franchise Acquires the TV Title
Shane Douglas defeated 2 Cold Scorpio for the ECW Television Championship at the “A Matter of Respect” event in 1996.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (April 15) – Brian Pillman’s Car Accident
Today in Pro Wrestling History: Brian Pillman’s career was forever altered by a tragic car accident on this day in 1996.
1996 – The Year of The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin
The Rock and Steve Austin made their WWE debuts the same calendar year in 1996 …but they weren’t exactly STONE COLD and THE ROCK just…