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1980-01-21 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY The first Madison Square Garden card of 1980 featured a major WWF Heavyweight Championship showdown between Bob Backlund and Ken Patera. The co-main event saw WWF Tag Team Champions Ivan Putski and Tito Santana defend against the Wild Samoans, while Pat Patterson put the Intercontinental Championship on the line against Captain Lou Albano. Also featured was a special attraction match between rising star Hulk Hogan and Dominic DeNucci, along with appearances by Larry Zbyszko, Kevin Von Erich, Bobby Duncum, and Tony Atlas.
March 24, 1980 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden hosts a star-studded card headlined by WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against rugged challenger Bobby Duncum. Pat Patterson puts the Intercontinental Championship on the line against Tor Kamata, while Andre the Giant collides with Stan Hansen in a highly anticipated special attraction. Also featured are Pedro Morales, Larry Zbyszko, Tony Atlas, The Wild Samoans, Ivan Putski, and Tito Santana in a night packed with championship action and top rivalries.
April 21, 1980 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden plays host to a loaded card headlined by WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending the title against Bobby Duncum. The co-feature pits Intercontinental Champion Pat Patterson against Tor Kamata, while Andre the Giant teams with Tito Santana to battle the Wild Samoans in a special tag team attraction. Also appearing are Tony Atlas, Larry Zbyszko, Pedro Morales, Dominic DeNucci, and Gorilla Monsoon in an evening featuring championship bouts and some of the WWF's biggest stars.
May 19, 1980 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY A heated rivalry reaches new heights as WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund battles Ken Patera in a brutal Texas Death Match. A 16-man battle royal with prize money and championship implications serves as a major attraction, while Pat Patterson, Tony Atlas, and Ivan Putski face Peter Maivia and the Wild Samoans in a best two-out-of-three falls six-man tag team match. Also featured are Larry Zbyszko, Gorilla Monsoon, Bobby Duncum, Tor Kamata, Johnny Rodz, and Rick McGraw in a memorable night of action from Madison Square Garden.
September 22, 1980 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden hosts one of the biggest cards of the year as Andre the Giant faces rising powerhouse Hulk Hogan in a special attraction with Gorilla Monsoon serving as special referee. In a rare champion-versus-champion encounter, WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund meets NWA World Heavyweight Champion Harley Race in a title vs. title showdown. Intercontinental Champion Ken Patera also defends his crown, while Larry Zbyszko, Tony Atlas, Pedro Morales, Pat Patterson, Rick Martel, and the Wild Samoans are featured in an action-packed evening from New York City.
October 20, 1980 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a championship-filled card headlined by WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Sgt. Slaughter. Intercontinental Champion Ken Patera faces former world champion Pedro Morales in a featured title bout, while the Wild Samoans defend the WWF Tag Team Championship against the unlikely duo of Dusty Rhodes and Pat Patterson in a best two-out-of-three falls match. Also appearing are Larry Zbyszko, Rick Martel, Rick McGraw, Dominic DeNucci, Terry Taylor, and Johnny Rodz in a night showcasing many of the WWF's top stars.
December 20, 1980 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden closes out 1980 with a major championship-heavy card headlined by WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Ken Patera in a high-stakes rematch. The Intercontinental Championship is also defended as champion Pedro Morales takes on Larry Zbyszko, while the Wild Samoans put the WWF Tag Team Titles on the line against Tony Atlas and Ivan Putski in a featured best two-out-of-three falls encounter. The event also features Andre the Giant, Sgt. Slaughter, Pat Patterson, and other top stars in a strong year-end showcase of WWF action.
February 16, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending the title against Stan Hansen in a high-profile main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defends his championship against Sgt. Slaughter in a featured title bout. Andre the Giant appears in a special attraction match against Killer Khan, continuing their intense rivalry. The undercard features Hulk Hogan vs. Rick McGraw, SD Jones vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, The Hangman vs. Frank Savage, and Yoshiaki Yatsu vs. Johnny Rodz. Killer Khan is also featured earlier in singles action against Dominic DeNucci. The night also includes a six-man tag team match featuring Pat Patterson, Rick Martel, and Tony Garea against The Moondogs and Captain Lou Albano in a Best 2 out of 3 Falls tag team bout.
March 16, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Stan Hansen in a championship main event, with Arnold Skaaland in Backlund’s corner. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defends his title against Moondog King in a featured championship match. A major special attraction bout features Andre the Giant against Sgt. Slaughter in a highly anticipated singles encounter. The card also includes Tony Atlas vs. Hulk Hogan, Rick Martel vs. The Hangman, Tony Garea vs. Bulldog Brower, and a six-man undercard of Dominic DeNucci vs. Larry Sharpe, Moondog Rex vs. Rick McGraw, SD Jones vs. Johnny Rodz, and The Great Yatsu vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna.
April 6, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending his title against Stan Hansen in a Steel Cage Match main event, with Arnold Skaaland in Backlund’s corner. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defends his championship against Moondog Rex in a featured title bout. A special attraction match includes Pat Patterson vs. Sgt. Slaughter in a hard-fought contest. The undercard features Mil Mascaras vs. Moondog King, Killer Khan vs. Dominic DeNucci, SD Jones vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, Rick Martel & Tony Garea vs. Johnny Rodz & Larry Sharpe, and The Great Yatsu vs. Terry Gunn. The women’s division is also showcased with Leilani Kai & The Fabulous Moolah vs. Jill Fontaine & Suzette Ferreira.
May 4, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Angelo Mosca in a heated championship main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defends his title against Killer Khan in a featured championship bout. A special attraction Alley Fight sees Pat Patterson vs. Sgt. Slaughter (w/ The Grand Wizard) in a brutal contest. The undercard includes SD Jones vs. Johnny Rodz, The Great Yatsu vs. The Hangman, Dominic DeNucci vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, and Peter Maivia vs. Rick McGraw. The card also features a midget tag team match with Farmer Jerome & The Carolina Kid vs. Kid Chocolate & Sky Low Low. The night additionally includes a six-man tag team Best 2 out of 3 Falls match featuring Gorilla Monsoon, Rick Martel & Tony Garea vs. Captain Lou Albano, Moondog Rex & Stan Hansen.
June 8, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Angelo Mosca in a championship main event with Pat Patterson serving as special referee. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defends his title against Sgt. Slaughter in a featured championship bout. The undercard includes Dusty Rhodes vs. Killer Khan, The Magnificent Muraco (w/ The Grand Wizard) vs. Rick Martel, Tony Garea vs. Man Mountain Cannon Jr., SD Jones vs. Frank Savage, and Larry Sharpe vs. Rick McGraw. The card also features a Best 2 out of 3 Falls six-man style attraction as Tatsumi Fujinami & The Great Yatsu (w/ Strong Kobayashi) face The Moondogs (Moondog Rex & Moondog Spot) (w/ Captain Lou Albano) in a featured tag team encounter.
July 20, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending his title against George Steele in a featured championship main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco defends his championship against Pedro Morales in a high-profile title bout. A major special attraction match features Andre the Giant vs. Killer Khan in a highly anticipated encounter. The card also includes Pat Patterson vs. Angelo Mosca, Sgt. Slaughter vs. Dominic DeNucci, Curt Hennig vs. Strong Kobayashi, SD Jones vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, and Johnny Rodz vs. Terry Gunn. The tag team division is showcased with Rick Martel & Tony Garea vs. The Moondogs in a featured tag team match.
August 24, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring a historic champion vs. champion encounter as WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund faces WWF Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco in a major title vs. title main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales also appears in a featured match against Angelo Mosca. A major special attraction sees Andre the Giant vs. Killer Khan in a Texas Death Match with Gorilla Monsoon and Pat Patterson serving as special referees. The card also includes Curt Hennig vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, SD Jones vs. Johnny Rodz, Dominic DeNucci vs. Frank Savage, Tony Garea vs. Bulldog Brower, Rick Martel vs. Moondog Spot, and Tony Atlas vs. Moondog Rex. El Canek also appears in international action against Jose Estrada.
September 21, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending his title against The Magnificent Muraco in a Texas Death Match main event. The card includes a massive multi-man Battle Royal featuring Angelo Mosca, Baron Mikel Scicluna, Bulldog Brower, Curt Hennig, Dominic DeNucci, Johnny Rodz, Jose Estrada, Killer Khan, Larry Sharpe, Mil Mascaras, Pedro Morales, Rick Martel, Roberto Soto, Ron Shaw, SD Jones, Steve O, The Great Yatsu, and Tony Garea, alongside appearances from Mr. Fuji and Mr. Saito. Additional singles action features The Great Yatsu vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, Mr. Fuji vs. Curt Hennig, Killer Khan vs. Dominic DeNucci, Mr. Saito vs. Roberto Soto, Steve O vs. Ron Shaw, Pedro Morales vs. Larry Sharpe, and Mil Mascaras vs. Bulldog Brower. The tag team division is showcased with Rick Martel & Tony Garea vs. Johnny Rodz & Jose Estrada.
October 19, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending his title against Greg Valentine in a featured championship main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco defends his title against Pedro Morales in a high-profile championship bout. WWF Tag Team Champions Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito defend their titles against Rick Martel & Tony Garea. The card also includes Pat Patterson vs. Angelo Mosca, Tony Atlas vs. Killer Khan, Curt Hennig vs. Joe Cox, Dusty Rhodes vs. Ron Shaw, and Dominic DeNucci & SD Jones vs. Johnny Rodz & Jose Estrada.
November 23, 1981 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a televised WWF card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending his title against Greg Valentine in a featured championship main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco defends his championship against Pedro Morales in a Texas Death Match title bout. The undercard includes Dusty Rhodes vs. Angelo Mosca, Tony Atlas vs. Mr. Fuji, Mil Mascaras vs. The Executioner, Rick Martel vs. Hans Schroeder, Tony Garea vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, and Curt Hennig & Dominic DeNucci vs. Johnny Rodz & Jose Estrada. The card also features a special attraction midget match between Haiti Kid and Little Boy Blue.
January 18, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a championship-filled card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Adrian Adonis in a featured main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defends against Greg Valentine, while WWF Tag Team Champions Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito put their titles on the line against Rick Martel & Tony Garea with Pat Patterson serving as special referee. The undercard includes Jesse Ventura vs. Dominic DeNucci, Ivan Putski vs. Killer Khan, Tony Atlas vs. The Executioner, Charlie Fulton vs. Johnny Rodz, Larry Sharpe vs. Jose Estrada, and Davey O'Hannon vs. Manuel Soto.
February 15, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a heated night of championship action headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Adrian Adonis in a Texas Death Match with Ivan Putski serving as special referee. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales battles Greg Valentine in a brutal Brass Knuckles Alley Fight, also officiated by Putski. The card also features a six-man tag team match pitting Pat Patterson, Rick Martel & Tony Garea against Captain Lou Albano, Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito. Additional action includes Tony Atlas vs. Killer Khan, Jesse Ventura vs. SD Jones, Steve Travis vs. Charlie Fulton, Pierre Martel vs. Larry Sharpe, Rick McGraw vs. Jose Estrada, and Davey O'Hannon vs. Johnny Rodz.
March 14, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a star-studded card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Jesse Ventura, with Ivan Putski serving as special referee and Freddie Blassie in Ventura’s corner. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales puts his title on the line against Adrian Adonis in a featured championship bout. The card also showcases a Best Two Out of Three Falls WWF Tag Team Championship match as Andre the Giant & Rick McGraw challenge champions Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito. Pat Patterson faces Captain Lou Albano, while the women’s division is represented by The Fabulous Moolah & Wendi Richter against Princess Victoria & Velvet McIntyre. Additional action includes Greg Valentine vs. SD Jones, Steve Travis vs. Jose Estrada, and Rick Martel & Tony Garea vs. Charlie Fulton & The Executioner.
April 26, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a memorable card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against the fast-rising Jimmy Snuka in a featured championship bout. A Best Two Out of Three Falls six-man tag team match sees Andre the Giant, Ivan Putski & Pedro Morales square off against Greg Valentine, Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito in a clash of top stars. The undercard includes Tony Atlas vs. Jesse Ventura, Adrian Adonis vs. Pete Sanchez, Blackjack Mulligan vs. Steve Travis, Bob Orton Jr. vs. Rick McGraw, Tony Garea vs. Charlie Fulton, and Johnny Rodz vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna.
June 5, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a loaded card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against the red-hot Jimmy Snuka in a featured championship main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales puts his title on the line against Mr. Fuji, while Andre the Giant faces Blackjack Mulligan in a special attraction bout. The card also features Chief Jay Strongbow & Jules Strongbow against Adrian Adonis & Jesse Ventura, Greg Valentine vs. Tony Atlas, Ivan Putski vs. Mr. Saito, Bob Orton Jr. vs. Steve Travis, Tony Garea vs. Swede Hanson, Rick McGraw vs. Charlie Fulton, and a women's tag team match pitting Sherri Martel & The Fabulous Moolah against Judy Martin & Penny Mitchell.
June 28, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a historic night of championship action headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Jimmy Snuka inside a Steel Cage. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales faces Bob Orton Jr. in a featured title bout, while Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito defend the WWF Tag Team Championship against Chief Jay Strongbow & Jules Strongbow with Ivan Putski serving as special referee. The undercard includes Tony Atlas vs. Greg Valentine, Tony Garea vs. Adrian Adonis, Blackjack Mulligan vs. SD Jones, Steve Travis vs. Charlie Fulton, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, Swede Hanson vs. Laurent Soucie, and Johnny Rodz vs. Rick McGraw.
August 2, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a championship-filled card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Bob Orton Jr. in a featured main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales puts his title on the line against the explosive Jimmy Snuka, while Andre the Giant faces Blackjack Mulligan in a special attraction bout. The card also features Chief Jay Strongbow & Jules Strongbow against The Demons, Ivan Putski battling both Mr. Saito and Mr. Fuji, Steve Travis vs. Tony Garea, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Jose Estrada, SD Jones vs. Swede Hanson, Johnny Rodz vs. Pete Sanchez, and a women's tag team match with The Fabulous Moolah & Leilani Kai taking on Peggy Lee & Vivian St. John.
August 30, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents an international showcase headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Buddy Rose with Ivan Putski serving as special referee. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales clashes with Jimmy Snuka in a featured title bout, while Tiger Mask defends the WWF Junior Heavyweight Championship against Dynamite Kid in a dream match between two of the world's premier junior heavyweights. The card also features Tatsumi Fujinami challenging Gino Brito for the WWF Canadian International Heavyweight Championship, Andre the Giant & The Strongbow Brothers facing Blackjack Mulligan, Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito in a Best Two Out of Three Falls six-man tag match, Pat Patterson vs. Bob Orton Jr., Killer Khan vs. Steve Travis, Tony Garea vs. Charlie Fulton, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Swede Hanson, and The Fabulous Moolah defending the NWA World Women's Championship against Penny Mitchell.
October 4, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a star-studded card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against former champion Superstar Billy Graham in a highly anticipated championship main event. A rare rematch between the reigning champion and the man Backlund dethroned to begin his historic title reign. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales puts his title on the line against Buddy Rose, while WWF Tag Team Champions Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito defend against Chief Jay Strongbow & Jules Strongbow. A special attraction match features Andre the Giant against Bob Orton Jr. The undercard includes Curt Hennig & Tony Garea vs. The Black Demon & The White Angel, Ivan Putski vs. Swede Hanson, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Johnny Rodz, SD Jones vs. Victor Rivera, and Baron Mikel Scicluna vs. Pete Sanchez,
November 22, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a major televised card featuring WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Superstar Billy Graham in a highly controversial championship main event. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defends his title against Buddy Rose in a featured championship bout. The card also includes a high-profile international tag team attraction as Rocky Johnson & Tony Garea face Mr. Saito & Riki Choshu in a Best Two Out Of Three Falls match. Additional action features Tiger Mask vs. Jose Estrada, Curt Hennig vs. Eddie Gilbert in a time limit draw, SD Jones vs. Swede Hanson, Ray Stevens vs. Chief Jay Strongbow, Jimmy Snuka vs. Captain Lou Albano, and Jules Strongbow vs. Charlie Fulton, along with a midget tag team match featuring Little Beaver & Sonny Boy Hayes vs. Butch Cassidy & Sky Low Low.
December 28, 1982 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a championship-heavy year-end card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Superstar Billy Graham in a Lumberjack Match, with Swede Hanson serving as special referee. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales faces Don Muraco in a highly contested title bout. The card also features WWF Tag Team Champions Chief Jay Strongbow & Jules Strongbow defending against Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito in a Texas Death Match. Additional action includes Jimmy Snuka vs. Ray Stevens, Buddy Rose vs. Ivan Putski, Tony Garea vs. Johnny Rodz, Rocky Johnson vs. The Black Demon, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Jose Estrada, and Eddie Gilbert vs. SD Jones in a time limit draw. The women’s division is showcased with The Fabulous Moolah & Wendi Richter facing Elizabeth Chase & Princess Victoria.
January 22, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden opens 1983 with a star-studded card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against the imposing Big John Studd, with Freddie Blassie in Studd’s corner. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales faces The Magnificent Muraco in a featured title bout, while Jimmy Snuka, accompanied by Buddy Rogers, clashes with Buddy Rose and Captain Lou Albano. The card also includes The Wild Samoans against Eddie Gilbert & Tony Garea, Rocky Johnson vs. Mr. Fuji, Curt Hennig vs. Victor Rivera, Ray Stevens vs. Jules Strongbow, Superstar Billy Graham vs. Swede Hanson, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Charlie Fulton, and SD Jones vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna.
January 22, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden opens 1983 with a star-studded card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against the imposing Big John Studd, with Freddie Blassie in Studd’s corner. WWF Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales faces The Magnificent Muraco in a featured title bout, while Jimmy Snuka, accompanied by Buddy Rogers, clashes with Buddy Rose and Captain Lou Albano. The card also includes The Wild Samoans against Eddie Gilbert & Tony Garea, Rocky Johnson vs. Mr. Fuji, Curt Hennig vs. Victor Rivera, Ray Stevens vs. Jules Strongbow, Superstar Billy Graham vs. Swede Hanson, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Charlie Fulton, and SD Jones vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna.
February 18, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a blockbuster card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco in a rare champion-versus-champion encounter. A dream team main event attraction sees Andre the Giant and Jimmy Snuka, accompanied by Buddy Rogers, join forces against The Wild Samoans and Captain Lou Albano. The undercard features Rocky Johnson vs. Superstar Billy Graham, Pedro Morales vs. Buddy Rose, Big John Studd vs. Jules Strongbow, Ray Stevens vs. Chief Jay Strongbow, Mr. Fuji vs. Tony Garea, Jose Estrada vs. Curt Hennig, Eddie Gilbert vs. Charlie Fulton, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Swede Hanson, and Johnny Rodz vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna.
March 20, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a spectacular card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco in a brutal Texas Death Match. A featured Best Three Out Of Five Falls six-man tag team attraction pits Andre the Giant, Jimmy Snuka & Rocky Johnson against Big John Studd, Captain Lou Albano & Samoan #1. The undercard includes Superstar Billy Graham vs. Jules Strongbow, Ray Stevens vs. Salvatore Bellomo, SD Jones vs. Jose Estrada, Tony Garea vs. Johnny Rodz, Jose Luis Rivera vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, and a midget tag team match featuring Pancho Boy & Sonny Boy Hayes against Butch Cassidy & Farmer Pete.
April 25, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a championship-filled card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against the Russian Bear, Ivan Koloff, in a featured main event. Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco faces Rocky Johnson, while WWF Tag Team Champions The Wild Samoans defend against Chief Jay Strongbow & Jules Strongbow. The card also features Andre the Giant against Big John Studd in a clash of giants, Jimmy Snuka vs. Superstar Billy Graham, Ray Stevens vs. Tony Garea, Pedro Morales vs. Swede Hanson, Iron Mike Sharpe vs. Johnny Rodz, Mr. Fuji vs. SD Jones, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, and Eddie Gilbert vs. Jose Estrada.
May 23, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a star-studded card headlined by WWF World Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defending against Sgt. Slaughter, accompanied by The Grand Wizard. Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco faces Rocky Johnson in a featured title bout, while Jimmy Snuka takes on Wild Samoan Afa in a special attraction match. The undercard includes Dusty Rhodes vs. Samula, Ivan Koloff vs. Jules Strongbow, Chief Jay Strongbow vs. Iron Mike Sharpe, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Swede Hanson, Don Kernodle vs. Baron Mikel Scicluna, and Jose Luis Rivera vs. Pete Doherty. The women's division is showcased with NWA World Women's Champion The Fabulous Moolah defending against Princess Victoria and Susan Starr facing Leilani Kai.
June 17, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents a stacked card featuring the top stars of the WWF in a night highlighted by a heated WWF World Heavyweight Championship clash, as Bob Backlund defends against Sgt. Slaughter in a grueling main event battle that ends in controversy. The evening also features Andre the Giant in a featured attraction match against Big John Studd, continuing one of the most dominant rivalries of the era. The undercard includes a six-man tag team war pitting Ivan Putski, Jimmy Snuka, and Rocky Johnson against The Magnificent Muraco and The Wild Samoans, as well as singles action featuring Ivan Koloff vs. Tony Garea, George Steele vs. Chief Jay Strongbow, Salvatore Bellomo vs. Mr. Fuji, Swede Hanson vs. Butcher Vachon, and Iron Mike Sharpe vs. SD Jones.
July 30, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY The July 30, 1983, event at Madison Square Garden was a landmark show for the WWF, drawing an impressive crowd of 27,000 fans across the main arena and the sold-out Felt Forum. Guided by the commentary of Gorilla Monsoon, the card delivered a fast-paced mix of established championship rivalries and notable roster developments. The night featured high-stakes confrontations such as the WWF World Championship match between Bob Backlund and George Steele and the Intercontinental Championship bout between Don Muraco and Jimmy Snuka, alongside a star-studded six-man tag team match featuring Andre the Giant, Dusty Rhodes, and Ivan Putski against the Wild Samoans and Samula. Beyond these main attractions, the show served as an important platform for roster updates, highlighted by the MSG debut of The Invaders and the long-awaited return of Tito Santana to the arena after a three-year absence.
August 27, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden hosts another major WWF card featuring top stars across the roster, highlighted by a major eight-man tag team attraction as Andre the Giant, Ivan Putski, Rocky Johnson, and Tito Santana take on Big John Studd, Sgt. Slaughter, and The Wild Samoans in a high-profile multi-man showdown showcasing WWF’s top powerhouses and fan favorites. The Intercontinental Championship scene continues to intensify as The Magnificent Muraco defends against Jimmy Snuka in a heated encounter ending in controversy, while Bob Backlund defends the WWF World Heavyweight Championship against George Steele in a shockingly quick conclusion that immediately reshapes their rivalry dynamic. Elsewhere on the card, Ivan Koloff battles Salvatore Bellomo to a time limit draw, and other featured matches include Chief Jay Strongbow, Tiger Chung Lee, Iron Mike Sharpe, and Invader 2 in singles action.
October 17, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents another major night of WWF action featuring top stars from across the roster, headlined by a WWF World Heavyweight Championship main event as Bob Backlund defends against The Masked Superstar in a heated contest that brings a controversial close to their latest encounter at the Garden. The card also features a highly anticipated WWF Intercontinental Championship steel cage match as The Magnificent Muraco defends against Jimmy Snuka in one of the defining rivalries of the early 1980s MSG era. The match is remembered for its brutal cage warfare and, most famously, Snuka’s breathtaking high-risk leap from the top of the steel structure — a moment that became one of the most iconic visuals in Madison Square Garden wrestling history. Elsewhere on the card, Andre the Giant faces Sika in a featured attraction bout, while Sgt. Slaughter continues his intense run against Ivan Putski.
November 21, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden hosts another major WWF event featuring top stars of the era, headlined by a WWF World Heavyweight Championship defense as Bob Backlund meets The Masked Superstar in a featured main event clash that continues the champion’s demanding run at the top of the card. The evening also includes a highly anticipated grudge encounter between Jimmy Snuka and Sgt. Slaughter, which ends without a decisive conclusion but continues to escalate their ongoing rivalry inside the MSG setting. Intercontinental Champion The Magnificent Muraco defends his title against Iron Mike Sharpe, while other featured bouts include The Wild Samoans vs. Rocky Johnson & SD Jones, Tony Atlas vs. Big John Studd, and The Iron Sheik vs. Tony Garea. The card also features appearances from Tito Santana, Ivan Koloff, Pat Patterson, and The Invaders in a mix of singles and tag team competition.
December 26, 1983 – Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Madison Square Garden presents one of the most historically significant nights in WWF history, headlined by a WWF World Heavyweight Championship main event as Bob Backlund defends against The Iron Sheik in a landmark encounter that brings a defining era of the company’s championship history to a close. The card also features a high-profile tag team attraction as Arnold Skaaland and Jimmy Snuka face Captain Lou Albano and The Magnificent Muraco in a heated manager-driven showdown, adding extra tension to the ongoing Backlund–Sheik championship storyline. Elsewhere on the card, Sgt. Slaughter faces Chief Jay Strongbow, The Masked Superstar meets Ivan Putski, and The Wild Samoans compete in a featured six-man tag team match against Rocky Johnson, SD Jones, and Tony Atlas. Tito Santana also appears in extended singles action against Ivan Koloff, rounding out a strong MSG lineup.
The January 23, 1984, event at Madison Square Garden is the most pivotal night in World Wrestling Federation history. While the card featured high-profile clashes involving Andre the Giant and a tense Intercontinental Championship defense, the evening is cemented in sports entertainment lore as the night the industry changed forever. Before a captivated New York crowd, the main event delivered a seismic power shift, crowning a new icon and marking the official dawn of "Hulkamania." It was a watershed moment that propelled the company into a global phenomenon, turning a high-stakes title match into the most significant contest of the decade. Key Matches WWF Intercontinental Championship: The Magnificent Muraco (c) vs. Tito Santana WWF World Heavyweight Championship: The Iron Sheik (c) vs. Hulk Hogan Six-Man Tag Team Match: Andre the Giant, Rocky Johnson, & Tony Atlas vs. The Wild Samoans
Following the historic crowning of a new champion just weeks earlier, the February 20, 1984, return to Madison Square Garden focused on the dawn of the new era. The main event featured WWF World Heavyweight Champion Hulk Hogan defending his title against Paul Orndorff in a hard-fought contest. The card was further stacked with high-stakes action, including a successful Intercontinental title defense by Tito Santana and a marquee attraction featuring Andre the Giant. The show reinforced the new direction of the company, showcasing top-tier rivalries that kept the momentum of "Hulkamania" building in New York. Key Matches WWF World Heavyweight Championship: Hulk Hogan (c) vs. Paul Orndorff WWF Intercontinental Championship: Tito Santana (c) vs. The Magnificent Muraco Singles Match: Andre the Giant vs. The Masked Superstar Six-Man Tag Team Match: Ivan Putski, Rocky Johnson, & Tony Atlas vs. Mr. Fuji, Sgt. Slaughter, & Tiger Chung Lee
The April 23, 1984, event at Madison Square Garden featured a competitive card highlighted by technical mastery and intense rivalries. The main event showcased a grueling 20-minute clash between Bob Backlund and Greg Valentine. Champions were prominently featured, with the Intercontinental and World Women's Tag Team titles defended in high-stakes bouts. The show also hosted a heated confrontation between The Iron Sheik and Sgt. Slaughter, alongside a volatile six-man tag team match. Key Matches IC Title: Tito Santana (c) vs. JJ Dillon Women's Tag Title: Victoria & McIntyre (c) vs. Lee & Richter Singles: Bob Backlund vs. Greg Valentine Singles: Iron Sheik vs. Sgt. Slaughter Six-Man Tag: Schultz, Orndorff, & Piper vs. Putski, Johnson, & Atlas
The May 21, 1984, event at Madison Square Garden was a high-stakes night featuring multiple championship contests and fierce personal grudges. The main event saw WWF Champion Hulk Hogan defend his title against David Schultz. The Intercontinental Championship was also on the line in a lengthy encounter between Tito Santana and Paul Orndorff, while The Fabulous Moolah defended the Women's Championship. Additionally, fans witnessed intense rivalries boil over in the featured clashes between Jimmy Snuka and Greg Valentine, as well as the volatile meeting of Sgt. Slaughter and The Iron Sheik. Key Matches WWF World Heavyweight Championship: Hulk Hogan (c) vs. David Schultz WWF Intercontinental Championship: Tito Santana (c) vs. Paul Orndorff WWF World Women’s Championship: The Fabulous Moolah (c) vs. Cowgirl Shalo Singles Match: Jimmy Snuka vs. Greg Valentine Singles Match: Sgt. Slaughter vs. The Iron Sheik
The June 16, 1984, show at Madison Square Garden was defined by intense championship contention and a brutal grudge match. The main attraction saw Sgt. Slaughter and The Iron Sheik settle their bitter rivalry in a punishing Boot Camp match. The Intercontinental Championship changed hands in a controversial count-out finish between Tito Santana and Greg Valentine, while the World Tag Team titles remained in a state of flux following a dramatic two-out-of-three falls draw between Adonis/Murdoch and The Wild Samoans. Key Matches WWF Intercontinental Championship: Greg Valentine vs. Tito Santana (c) WWF World Tag Team Championship: Adonis & Murdoch (c) vs. The Wild Samoans Boot Camp Match: Sgt. Slaughter vs. The Iron Sheik Singles Match: Andre the Giant vs. David Schultz
The July 23, 1984, event at Madison Square Garden was defined by the relentless pressure faced by the promotion’s top champions. In a high-stakes main event, WWF World Heavyweight Champion Hulk Hogan fought to maintain his dominance against Greg Valentine. The card also featured a rare appearance by Antonio Inoki, who successfully defended his WWF Martial Arts Championship. IC Champion Tito Santana faced Bob Orton, Jr., which tested the stamina of both men, and the tag team division saw Adonis and Murdoch face Sgt. Slaughter and Terry Daniels. It was a night of high tension, where every champion risked their legacy in the heart of New York. Key Matches WWF World Heavyweight Championship: Hulk Hogan (c) vs. Greg Valentine WWF Martial Arts Championship: Antonio Inoki (c) vs. Charlie Fulton WWF Intercontinental Championship: Tito Santana (c) vs. Bob Orton, Jr. WWF World Tag Team Championship: Adonis & Murdoch (c) vs. Slaughter & Daniels
The August 25, 1984, card at Madison Square Garden was a night of high-intensity action that pushed the roster to the limit. The tag team division remained the focus, as champions Adrian Adonis and Dick Murdoch successfully fended off The Wild Samoans in a volatile match officiated by Captain Lou Albano. The card also saw the debut of the Fabulous Freebirds, who dominated their six-man contest, while Tito Santana successfully defended his Intercontinental Championship in a fast-paced clash against Greg Valentine. With several matches ending in draws and count-outs, the event underscored the fierce rivalries that defined the promotion's summer landscape. Key Matches WWF World Tag Team Championship: Adonis & Murdoch (c) vs. The Wild Samoans WWF Intercontinental Championship: Tito Santana (c) vs. Greg Valentine Six-Man Tag Team Match: The Fabulous Freebirds vs. Vachon, Doherty, & Shaw Singles Match: Roddy Piper vs. Jimmy Snuka Singles Match: Ken Patera vs. Pat Patterson
WWF wrestling on MSG Network
WWF wrestling on MSG Network
WWF wrestling on MSG Network
WWF wrestling on MSG Network
WWF wrestling on MSG Network
The January 21, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on January 21, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The February 18, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on February 18, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The March 17, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on March 17, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. Gorilla Monsoon & Gene Okerlund on commentary; included Mr. T as a guest of Piper's Pit, with Bob Orton Jr., Paul Orndorff, WWF World Champion Hulk Hogan and Jimmy Snuka all present.
King Kong Bundy (w/ Jimmy Hart) Vs. Swede Hanson. The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & The Dynamite Kid) Vs. Johnny Rodz & Rene Goulet. Ricky Steamboat Vs. Moondog Spot. Mike Rotundo Vs. The Iron Sheik. Barry Windham Vs. Nikolai Volkoff. The Junkyard Dog & Tito Santana Vs. Brutus Beefcake & Greg Valentine (w/ Greg Valentine & Johnny V). Tatsumi Fujinami Vs. Matt Borne. The Cobra Vs. Barry O. The Magnificent Muraco Vs. Hulk Hogan.
The May 20, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on May 20, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The June 21, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on June 21, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The July 13, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on July 13, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The August 10, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on August 10, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The September 23, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on September 23, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The October 21, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on October 21, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The November 25, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on November 25, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The December 30, 1985 Edition of the Madison Square Garden event was produced by the World Wrestling Federation on December 30, 1985 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York.
The World Wrestling Federation returns to the historic Madison Square Garden for an action-packed night of televised broadcasts on the MSG Network. In the main event, Hulk Hogan goes to war with the formidable Big Bossman, who is backed by his manager Slick. Tag team wrestling takes center stage as Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard make their highly anticipated MSG debuts against the high-flying Rockers, Shawn Michaels and Marty Jannetty. Plus, "The Excellence of Execution" Bret Hart squares off against the Honky Tonk Man, "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase clashes with the powerful Hercules, and Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake stands his ground against Mr. Perfect while dealing with the looming threat of "Outlaw" Ron Bass. The card also features hard-hitting undercard action including Tito Santana vs. Ron Bass, Rick Rude vs. Hillbilly Jim, and more. Commentary is provided by Rod Trongard and Lord Alfred Hayes.
The WWF packs a sold-out Madison Square Garden for a historic night of action broadcast on the MSG Network. In a monumental main event, WWF World Champion "Machismo" Randy Savage collides with WWF Intercontinental Champion The Ultimate Warrior in a highly anticipated non-title battle of the titans. The rivalry between Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake and "Ravishing" Rick Rude reaches a boiling point as they clash in a grueling grudge match, while the long-standing feud between The Red Rooster and The Brooklyn Brawler explodes in the ring. The blockbuster card also features the return of Big John Studd to the Garden as he goes head-to-head with the massive Akeem, a high-stakes tag team collision between The Bushwhackers and The Rougeau Brothers, and a hard-hitting encounter between Rick Martel and King Haku. Jim Neidhart takes on Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, and Jim Powers kicks off the night against Iron Mike Sharpe. Rod Trongard and Lord Alfred Hayes provide the commentary.
WWF brings a sold-out matinee card to Madison Square Garden on the MSG Network just weeks before WrestleMania V. In the main event, Hulk Hogan battles The Big Bossman inside a steel cage, highlighted by Hogan hitting a massive superplex on Bossman from the top of the cage. The Rockers look for revenge against Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard, while "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan and The Bushwhackers face Dino Bravo and The Rougeau Brothers in six-man tag team action. The card also features The Red Rooster vs. The Brooklyn Brawler with Bobby Heenan barred from ringside, Mr. Perfect vs. Ron Garvin, and Hercules vs. Bad News Brown. Plus, WWF Women’s Champion Rockin' Robin defends against Judy Martin, and Paul Roma and Jim Powers take on The Conquistadors. Tony Schiavone and Lord Alfred Hayes call the action.
WWF returns to Madison Square Garden on the MSG Network following the fallout of WrestleMania V. In the main event, newly crowned WWF World Champion Hulk Hogan defends his title against his former partner, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, who is accompanied by Sensational Sherri. In a highly anticipated technical encounter, Bret "Hitman" Hart goes one-on-one with the undefeated Mr. Perfect. The card also features Jake "The Snake" Roberts vs. Ted DiBiase, and The Bushwhackers take on Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard. Plus, Greg Valentine faces The Blue Blazer, Dino Bravo battles Hercules, Paul Roma meets Boris Zhukov, and Hillbilly Jim squares off against The Honky Tonk Man. Tony Schiavone and Lord Alfred Hayes provide the commentary.
WWF storms the Meadowlands on the MSG Network. The monstrous Zeus invades The Brother Love Show with a terrifying warning for Hulk Hogan, while Howard Finkel drops a massive SummerSlam announcement. In the ring, Rick Rude defends his IC Title against The Ultimate Warrior, and Demolition battles the Twin Towers. Plus, the Strike Force explosion sees Tito Santana chase Rick Martel, Bret Hart goes the distance with Greg Valentine, and Mr. Perfect tests The Blue Blazer.
The MSG Network broadcasts from a packed Nassau Coliseum as a monstrous Hollywood threat crosses over into the squared circle. The terrifying Zeus takes over the ring for a volatile interview, hurling deeply personal insults at Hulk Hogan and sending a panicked Sean Mooney fleeing for his life. The heavyweights collide when Hillbilly Jim steps up to face Andre the Giant, leading to chaos as Haku and King Jim Duggan ignite a ringside war that leaves an embarrassed Andre taking his fury out on the arena crew. In a tag team masterclass, The Rougeau Brothers face off against The Rockers, while The Hart Foundation tangles with the powerhouses known as the Powers of Pain. Plus, Brutus Beefcake faces his old partner Greg Valentine, Jim Duggan battles Haku, and Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka takes flight against Boris Zhukov.
The MSG Network broadcasts from the Nassau Coliseum for a high-stakes night where heavyweights collide and undefeated streaks are pushed to the absolute brink. "The Barber" Brutus Beefcake targets "Macho King" Randy Savage in a volatile main event wrapped in intense ringside drama. Meanwhile, Mr. Perfect faces one of his toughest challenges to date, stepping into the ring against the powerhouse Hercules for a grueling, classic marathon where every second counts. The tag team action delivers massive scale as WWF Tag Team Champions Demolition put their gold on the line against the towering Twin Towers in a physical brawl. Plus, an international explosive grudge match features Hillbilly Jim and King Jim Duggan taking on the formidable duo of Andre the Giant and Haku, kicking off with a tense ringside standoff and threats of massive fines before the bell even rings. The Genius, The Warlord, Paul Roma, and Tim Horner round out the stacked card, with Tony Schiavone and Sean Mooney anchoring
WWF packs a sold-out Madison Square Garden for a televised card on the MSG Network. The main event features WWF Intercontinental Champion The Ultimate Warrior defending against the legendary Andre the Giant. In a highly anticipated grudge match, "Rowdy" Roddy Piper makes his long-awaited return to the Garden to settle his score with "Ravishing" Rick Rude. The blockbuster card also includes WWF Tag Team Champions Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard defending their titles against Demolition, while "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka makes his MSG return against The Honky Tonk Man. Plus, Mr. Perfect faces The Red Rooster, Greg "The Hammer" Valentine battles Ron Garvin, The Genius meets Koko B. Ware, and Mark Young makes his MSG debut against Barry Horowitz. Tony Schiavone and Hillbilly Jim call the action.
WWF returns to Madison Square Garden for an action-packed card televised on the MSG Network. In a historic and shocking Intercontinental Championship match, The Ultimate Warrior defends his title against Andre the Giant. The bitter, royal rivalry between "Macho King" Randy Savage and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan explodes in a high-stakes encounter, while the undefeated Mr. Perfect faces his toughest test yet against "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka. The card also features Bret "Hitman" Hart taking on the powerhouse Dino Bravo, and The Bushwhackers battling The Powers of Pain. Plus, Tito Santana faces Boris Zhukov, Al Perez makes his MSG debut against Conquistador #1, and The Brooklyn Brawler takes on Jose Luis Rivera. Gorilla Monsoon and Hillbilly Jim call the action, with Sean Mooney conducting backstage interviews.
WWF returns to Madison Square Garden on the MSG Network for a night fueled by explosive rivalries. The tension between "Macho King" Randy Savage and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan reaches a boiling point in a special rematch featuring two referees, where Miss Elizabeth gets caught directly in the crossfire during a controversial edition of The Brother Love Show. In a historic tag team encounter, The Hart Foundation squares off against The Rockers in a thrilling, high-stakes battle of speed and power. The stacked card also features Jake "The Snake" Roberts renewing his bitter feud with "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, while Tito Santana goes to war with Bad News Brown. Plus, Haku takes on Paul Roma, Dino Bravo battles Hercules, and Al Perez faces The Brooklyn Brawler. Gorilla Monsoon and Hillbilly Jim call the action, with Sean Mooney handling backstage interviews.
WWF rings in the end of the decade with an explosive night of action at Madison Square Garden on the MSG Network. The brutal rivalry between "Rowdy" Roddy Piper and "Ravishing" Rick Rude finally reaches its destination inside the unforgiving structures of a steel cage. In another high-stakes grudge match, Jake "The Snake" Roberts goes one-on-one with "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase in a chaotic No Disqualification encounter where Virgil is barred from ringside. The blockbuster card also features a massive championship clash as WWF Tag Team Champions Andre the Giant and Haku defend their titles against the powerhouse duo of Demolition. Plus, Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake faces "The Model" Rick Martel, Tugboat Thomas makes his MSG debut against Dale Wolfe, and Tito Santana takes on Bob Bradley. Gorilla Monsoon and Hillbilly Jim call the action, while Sean Mooney delivers massive backstage announcements for the upcoming year.
The October 28, 1991, event at Madison Square Garden was a talent-packed night that featured a mix of intense rivalries and high-stakes title defenses. The card was highlighted by a marquee showdown between "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair and "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, serving as a major attraction for the New York crowd. Champions were in action throughout the night, with the Intercontinental and World Tag Team titles both being contested. Match Card The Texas Tornado vs. Big Bully Busick Irwin R. Schyster vs. The British Bulldog The Mountie (w/ Jimmy Hart) vs. Jim Neidhart Ric Flair (w/ Bobby Heenan) vs. Roddy Piper The Big Boss Man vs. Col. Mustafa WWF Intercontinental Champion Bret Hart vs. The Berzerker El Matador vs. Hercules WWF World Tag Team Champions The Legion Of Doom vs. The Natural Disasters (w/ Jimmy Hart)
The November 30, 1991, Madison Square Garden event was a high-profile showcase featuring legendary icons and rising stars of the era. With Vince McMahon, Lord Alfred Hayes, and Bobby Heenan calling the action, the card was anchored by a major main event clash between Hulk Hogan and "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair. The evening also highlighted championship gold, with Bret "The Hitman" Hart defending his Intercontinental title against The Mountie in a standout performance. The undercard featured a variety of competitive bouts, including a fast-paced tag team encounter between The Nasty Boys and The Rockers, alongside appearances by fan favorites like "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan taking on the Barbarian, The Big Boss Man clashes with the taxman IRS, and The Texas Tornado tangles with the Berserker. Other matches were El Matador Tito Santana vs. Kato and Virgil vs. Skinner.