Can You Match The Iconic Picture To The Wrestling Event?
- by Alexander Podgorski
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Pro wrestling is a weird business. On one hand, you have those that treat it like a legitimate sport, and try to present those wrestlers that achieve great things and shatter records as being on par with real sports stars. On the other, there are those that insist it's some kind of hybrid of live action theatre and choreographed violence where nothing really matters other than the moments created by the wrestlers, the bookers and the fans.
As time goes on, and wrestlers come and go, debut and retire, the things that actually matter most in the end are the emotions fans feel once something has happened. Wrestling requires far more emotional investment from its audience than any other entertainment medium, so how fans react to things will determine whether said moments are remembered fondly or with disdain.
WWE, WCW, NJPW and other promotions are famous for creating moments that would last a lifetime, by crafting masterful storylines that play with their fans' emotions. These promotions have created moments that have left us cheering the heroes, booing the villains, shocked at a sudden twist, angry at a bad decision, and with tears in our eyes after an emotional rollercoaster.
Most of these fantastic moments took place on specific shows, and were captured with iconic photos. The question you must ask yourself now, is, can you match the memorable moment in question to the show on which it took place?
On which show did this moment take place?
One of the Undertaker's most famous opponents was Mankind, a disturbed, masked schizophrenic. Mankind seemed to not only absorb an inhuman amount of pain, but he also seemed to enjoy hurting others and getting hurt himself. This insanity of his was proven in this famous Hell in a Cell match, which is remembered by most fans for two insane spots: the first was when the Undertaker threw Mankind off the top of the Cell; and the second (which was actually botched), when 'Taker chokeslammed Mankind through the roof of the Cell, into the ring below.
On which show did this moment take place?
Each one of the three men seen here is considered either a legend, an icon, or both. All three of them have headlines several WrestleManias over the decades, and have been critical in shaping WWE history for many years. Hogan was arguably the first true WWE megastar, and was the poster child for the first WWE golden era of the 1980s. Austin was the poster child for the Attitude Era, and is widely considered the most financially-lucrative wrestler ever. The Rock, meanwhile, set a new standard for wrestlers as speakers and helped bridge the gap between wrestling and acting.
On which show did this moment and match take place?
Hulk Hogan and The Rock were/are two of the most charismatic wrestlers of all time. Both of them knew how to capture fans' heart and control a crowd with minimal effort. Both of them were known for being fantastic speakers, and both of them were part of historic storylines. Hogan was the first wrestling megastar and cross-cultural icon, and an instrumental force in the success of the nWo. Rocky, meanwhile, became one of the best speakers ever with his witty humor and excellent put-downs, and served as an excellent opponent for Austin, Angle, and many others. So when the two of them clashed for the first time, the audience went absolutely nuts.
On which show did this dream match take place?
Kurt Angle and Shawn Michaels are two of the best wrestlers in WWE history. Michaels has enjoyed an extensive career with a lengthy catalogue of great matches. Angle, meanwhile, is arguably the quickest wrestler to transition from an amateur sport to the world of pro wrestling. Although the two of them were known for being wacky and over-the-top on occasion, things were 100% serious when they crossed paths. They wrestled in a one-on-one match on a major show, and it became one of the best matches in WWE history by the time it was over.
On which show did The Undertaker make his televised debut?
The Undertaker is considered to be the greatest WWE Superstar of all time. Not only is he still technically still employed by WWE (he hasn't officially retired), but his gimmick is considered the greatest and most memorable of all time. Only he could make all that over-the-top supernatural stuff work in a wrestling context, and he has made a career out of being this ominous, larger-than-life figure. This was evident all the way back in his debut match, which took place over 25 years ago.
On which show did this segment take place?
The Undertaker's WrestleMania Undefeated Streak wasn't something that WWE had planned out from the beginning. For the first ten years or so, 'Taker's WrestleMania victories were booked that way solely to fulfill the storylines that were in place at the time. It wasn't until his 10th victory that people started actually paying attention. By the time the Deadman returned in 2004, the Streak was a central aspect of 'Taker's WrestleMania storylines, and remained a key selling point for WrestleMania in general until it was ended in what many now call the single-most shocking moment in WWE history.
On which show did this match take place?
As revered as he is today, the Undertaker wasn't always a beloved fan favorite. In fact, there was a short period during which 'Taker was a full-fledged villain, bullying anyone whom he perceived to have disrespected him in any way. One victim of this mindset of 'Taker's was Jeff Hardy, who was still a young kid at the time of this match. 'Taker faced Hardy in a Ladder Match for the WWE Undisputed Championship, and the audience cheered the underdog Hardy on valiantly throughout the match. Although Hardy lost, the Undertaker raised his hand in a show of respect, creating the perfect ending to one of the best matches in WWE history.
On which show did this segment take place?
The Undertaker has not been one to show weakness on many occasions. Even in the most dire or unfair of situations, the Undertaker has almost always found a way out of a situation...except when Brock Lesnar's involved. Undertaker was one of the first major stars that Lesnar feuded with extensively, which led to several big matches between them. One of those was a Hell in a Cell match, which became notorious for the Undertaker's bladejob. 'Taker cut himself so badly that blood literally squirted out of his head like a fountain, creating one of the most violent images in WWE history.
On which show did Edge wrestle the final match of his career?
Edge is one of WWE's best success stories. He began the 2000s decade as a 'glorified tag team wrestler' and ended it as a multi-time World Champion and WrestleMania main-eventer. Unfortunately, much of his success was achieved while on borrowed time, as Edge suffered a major neck injury in 2003. Although he achieved immense success since then, all of that came to an end in 2011, when his doctors told him his injuries became so severe that he had to retire from pro wrestling entirely.
On which show did this match take place?
Bret Hart is considered to be one of the best in-ring performers of all time. Trained by his father, the legendary Stu Hart, Bret is the most successful of the Hart children in the world of wrestling. Not only did he win many championships, but he also won many distinctions not bestowed upon him by WWE. The Steel Cage match seen here featured Bret wrestling his brother Owen when the two were embroiled in a bitter feud. That cage match was one of the few WWE matches to ever be rated 5 stars by the Wrestling Observer Newsletter.
On which show did this match take place?
This was one of the most highly-anticipated matches in recent WWE history. WWE had cleverly woven together a story over how Cena was mad at The Rock for leaving, while also using the Rock to channel many fans' dislike of Cena into support for the Brahma Bull. The storyline between these two men spanned months, with numerous memorable promos, scathing insults and deep-cutting one-liners that skirted the line between illusion and reality. Ultimately, the rivalry between these two wrestlers led to considerable fan interest in WWE, which had been dwindling for some time beforehand.
On which edition of the Royal Rumble PPV did this match take place?
It's very rare for a WWE match to get a 5-star rating these days. Maybe it has to do something with how he matches flow, or maybe the build-up before a match doesn't sell the contest enough, or maybe the crowd and commentary are bad throughout. Whatever the case may be, the match seen here was a spectacular contest that set 2015 off on the right foot for WWE. Cena, Rollins and Lesnar put on a masterpiece of a match, and proved that all three of them are capable of performing at the highest standard possible.
On which show did this moment take place?
Triple H, Shawn Michaels, and the Undertaker. Three certified legends from an era that has long since ended. That was the hype surrounding this match: it marked 'the end of an era'. 'Taker had defeated Michaels at WrestleMania before, and also retired him in one of their encounters. Then, Triple H challenged the Deadman to try and avenge his friend, but to no avail. So, these three legends of a bygone age in wrestling clashed in a spectacular Hell in a Cell match that stole the show at this particular WrestleMania.
On which show did this moment take place?
2015 was the year of Seth Rollins. He began the year on a high note, wrestling in a spectacular Triple Threat match that proved that he could main-event. He then made history by becoming the first Money in the Bank briefcase holder to cash-in at WrestleMania, and became WWE World Heavyweight Champion in the process. But that wasn't it, as Rollins continued to show his skill and versatility by defeating John Cena to win the United States Championship as well, thus becoming dual champion.
On which show did this moment take place?
To this day, this remains one of the most controversial and frequently-revisited moments in wrestling history. It blurred the lines between scripted and reality like no other event had ever done before, and became a catalyst for significant change in the then-WWF. The moment, now known as the Montreal Screwjob, saw referee Earl Hebner call for the bell, even though Bret hadn't actually tapped. Because of this, Hart was essentially screwed out of the belt in a real-life double-cross which stemmed from his decision to leave WWF and the legitimate animosity between himself and Shawn Michaels.
On which show did this segment take place?
For the first decade of his career, The Undertaker portrayed this supernatural, zombie-like mortician gimmick that looked more like a dark cartoon character than anything else. The gimmick, while popular, felt wildly out of place in the grittier and more realistic Attitude Era, and so a drastic change took place. After a months-long hiatus, the Undertaker made a shocking return looking completely different from before. Instead of zombie make-up, capes and Satanic overtones, the Undertaker rode down on a motorcycle and dressed like an American Badass, much to the delight of the audience, who roared in approval as he demolished Triple H and his allies.
On which show did this match take place?
NXT's popularity has exploded over the past few years, owing to it being almost an antithesis to the main WWE roster. Whereas RAW and SmackDown - under Vince McMahon's direction - focus more of 'moments' and over-the-top stories with some wrestling mixed therein, Triple H's NXT is a wrestling-centric show that emphasizes athleticism. Many matches in NXT have exemplified this, but few could match the quality and excitement of Nakamura's first WWE match against Sami Zayn. Although the King of Strong Style did have some challenges ahead of him upon his debut - most notably a language barrier - he set the bar very high with an outstanding match with Sami Zayn.
On which show did this match take place?
Although NXT had been growing as a brand since 2013 or so, it didn't really take off until a year or so later. At the time, the shows were hosted almost exclusively at Full Sail University, in front of a very small yet loyal crowd. But Triple H is a creative genius if anything, and tapped into the desires of many fans that were growing disheartened with Vince's plans on the main roster. In doing so, Triple H presented NXT as the breeding ground for the Superstars of tomorrow, and allowed the wrestlers there to perform with far fewer restrictions. This led to many spectacular and praiseworthy matches, including one featuring Sami Zayn challenging Neville for the NXT Championship.
On which show did Shawn Michaels suffer a back injury so severe that he had to take a four-year hiatus?
Shawn Michaels was responsible for many critical changes to WWE programming. He was one of several 'smaller' wrestlers that led the company after the giants that preceded him failed to set the world on fire. He was an instrumental force in WWE changing its presentation to a more risqué, adult-oriented creative direction. And he was the man that Austin pinned to become WWE Champion and usher in the Attitude Era. Of course, things would've turned out differently if Shawn didn't land back-first on a casket and damage his back so badly that he was forced into an early retirement that lasted four whole years.
Which show marked the final official appearance by CM Punk to date?
CM Punk was one of WWE's biggest stars during the late 2000s until his sudden and unexpected departure in the 2010s. He was of the mind that despite being a major merchandise mover, a time-tested draw and arguably the best worker on the roster, he wasn't considered a top guy by WWE's top brass. He also felt that he deserved to be in the main event (read: show-closing) slot at WrestleMania, but again, the bookers felt otherwise. So when he didn't get his way, he left the company for good, with his last official match being a rather uninspiring appearance in hindsight.
On which show did this moment take place?
During the 1990s, WWE booked the Undertaker with a simple and repetitive formula: a large group of people would either try and take him out collectively, or another giant would be brought in to challenge - and lose to - the Undertaker. 'Taker defeated these threats with ease more often than not, and didn't really have much of a challenge. That is, until he faced Shawn Michaels in the first-ever Hell in a Cell match, which ended with the debut of the Undertaker's so-called brother, Kane.
On which show did this segment take place?
Eddie Guerrero's name conjures up strong emotions for his fans. He was long considered one of WWE's biggest underdogs and hardest workers, yet he was never given many chances to shine beyond the midcard level. But all of that changed at the PPV from which this image was taken. Eddie challenged the behemoth Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship, and despite Lesnar being a major obstacle, Eddie managed to win WWE's top prize. Both Eddie and his fans were so overjoyed that Eddie literally jumped into the crowd to celebrate with fans, before hugging his mother at ringside in one of the most heartwarming moments ever.
On which show did this moment take place?
When Steve Austin faced Bret Hart in a high-profile singles match, it led to a rare occurrence called a 'double-turn'. Going into the match, Austin was the hated bad guy and Bret the beloved hero. However, as the match progressed, Austin refused to give up no matter how much punishment Hart put him through, leading to the Canadian legend resorting to dirtier tactics over time. Once the match was over, Austin was being cheered for his bravery and toughness, while Hart was being booed for his underhandedness.
Which edition of Survivor Series featured the Winner-Take-All WWE vs. The Alliance match?
Survivor Series has long been the show on which WWE hosted their annual 'elimination tag team match'. On this particular edition of Survivor Series, the stakes couldn't possibly be higher, as team WWE took on team Alliance in a winner-take-all match, with the victorious team gaining complete control of WWE. It was one of the longest matches in Survivor Series history, and featured a lot of in-ring stories, swerves and drama. The epic match ended with Team WWE victorious and the Alliance defeated.
In which month in 2001 did this moment occur?
The year 2001 in pro wrestling can be summed up by one rivalry: WWE vs. the Alliance. Though WCW had been dying slowly for some time towards the end of the Monday Night Wars, they finally met their end in 2001 and closed as a company forever. Most of their talent contracts and property of value was bought by WWE, who then used their new monopoly on wrestling in the United States to begin an 'invasion' storyline, which began with this iconic moment, featuring Vince on WWE television and Shane on WCW television at the same time.
On which show did the first-ever Women's Ironman match take place?
Since 2015, WWE has been promoting this so-called 'women's revolution', which is a catch-all term for a massive change in attitudes towards women's wrestling. Gone are the days of the women being catty 'Divas' and not being taken seriously. At the helm of this movement are four women, known as the Four Horsewomen, who've had more high-quality matches with each other than anyone else. To further hammer this point home, Bayley and Sasha Banks wrestled in the first-ever women's ironman (ironwoman?) match, which was so well-received that both women received a standing ovation from the entire NXT roster, and both were given flowers as thanks for their spectacular match.
On which show did this segment take place?
In mid-1996, the biggest wrestling storyline around was that of the Outsiders, two former WWF guys running roughshod over WCW. They were presented as being actual 'invaders' from WCW's competition, and were hated by WCW fans. But those fans had a knight in shining armor that would defend WCW: Hulk Hogan. However, in this famous segment, Hogan turned heel for the first time since 1981, and aligned himself with the newly-rechristened NWO. Fans were so incensed that they actually threw garbage into the ring, unable to process the fact that their hero had just become a villain.
Which NXT show marked the WWE debut of Jushin 'Thunder' Liger?
Jushin 'Thunder' Liger is widely considered to be the single-greatest cruiserweight wrestler of all time. Not is he one of the most innovative wrestlers ever - he is credited with creating the Shooting Star Press maneuver - but he set the world on fire with his aerial style and technical mastery. It was his work in Japan and in the United States that helped smaller wrestlers gain more attention from fans, turning smaller wrestlers into actual draws. Though Liger spent most of his time in Japan, he did work for WCW for a time, but never got the chance to work with WWE...until an old friend of his made the call to NJPW and they accepted.
On which show did A.J. Styles make his WWE debut?
For years, A.J. Styles was considered the single-greatest active wrestler that wasn't wrestling for WWE. He worked everywhere else, especially in ROH, TNA and in NJPW, and his wrestling ability was second to none. Fans always wondered what his career would be like if he joined WWE, but there was always something that prevented him from working there. Whether it was his look, his size, his accent, or his association with TNA, it was believed that Styles would never sign with WWE...until the moment he actually did so.
What was the name of the TNA show that hosted this famous match?
TNA has spent many years trying to present itself as direct competition - or at least, an alternative - to WWE programming. During their formative years, they had something of a niche that actually helped them establish a foothold in the void left by the closures of both WCW and ECW. They had a six-sided ring and also held semi-regular PPV shows, which made their product cheaper than weekly live TV broadcasts. On one of these PPV shows, TNA had theor only 5-star match to date, a fantastic Triple Threat match between Samoa Joe, Christopher Daniels, and A.J. Styles.
After which WrestleMania did Brock Lesnar return to WWE?
Between 2002 and early 2004, Brock Lesnar was the most dominant force in WWE. In the span of a few short months, he had demolished many wrestlers, made Hulk Hogan bleed, and pinned the Rock to become the then-youngest world champion in WWE history. However, WWE's schedule was incredibly taxing on Lesnar, and the grind of traveling led to him leaving the company after only two short years. Rumors would circulate for years afterwards of a Lesnar return, until the night after one WrestleMania in particular, when those rumors became reality.
On which show did this moment take place?
Like many wrestlers before him, Daniel Bryan had a major mountain to climb in his attempt to prove himself a world-title-caliber wrestler. He was a dwarf in the land of giants, and like Mick Foley before him, didn't look like a 'superstar'. That storyline, coupled with continued prodding and plotting by the McMahons, led to Bryan overcoming seemingly insurmountable odds, before accomplishing his dream and winning both the WWE and World Heavyweight Championship in the main event of a stellar show.
On which show did this segment take place?
One of the reasons the 'summer of Punk' storyline was so successful was because it blurred reality with wrestling 'stories' so perfectly. A key element to the story was Punk's very real contract situation. In the lead-up to this title match, which concluded with Punk leaving with the WWE Championship he had just won, Punk's contract with WWE was set to expire at midnight after this match had ended. While Vince had tried to get Punk to sign a new one, the confrontations between Punk, Vince and John Cena got so heated that Punk refused to sign. That's why the atmosphere in the arena for this match and moment were far more electric and exciting than normal.
On which show did John Cena win his 16th World Title?
John Cena has been presented by WWE and its commentators as a 'legendary' wrestler for many years. The powers-that-be have insisted that Cena is better than many of the legends of yesteryear, in spite of evidence to the contrary. To cement this narrative so that it couldn't be challenged, Cena won many, many world titles over the course of his career. Then, after many years of toiling and teasing, Cena finally won his 16th, tying the record set by Ric Flair.
On which show did this moment take place?
After the Shield broke up, it soon became apparent that Roman Reigns was being earmarked as the top star in the company and its future poster boy. However, many fans didn't like this decision, especially since Vince and co. began booking Reigns in a way that stripped him of the things that made them like him in the first place. By the time the match seen here took place, fan hatred towards Reigns was so vociferous that not even the Rock, a member of Reigns' family, could placate them. The fans in the building even booed the Rock, and Rocky's expression here only further proves how big of a mess WWE had created.
In which building did this moment take place?
The moment seen here was one of the most shocking and damaging in wrestling history. What you see here is Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Diesel and Razor Ramon all hugging after Razor and Diesel's last matches in WWE. Although only two of the four men here were babyfaces (good guys) they all broke character to say goodbye to each other, in a blatant violation of the wrestler's code that existed at the time. This moment, also called the Curtain Call, was highly damaging to the illusion of pro wrestling's so-called reality that still existed at the time.
On which show did this moment take place?
During the 1990s, Shawn Michaels was one of WWE's top stars. Not only did he have the look that Vince desired in a star, but he was also an outstanding grappler. All of that led to Michaels and Bret Hart putting on one of the greatest matches in WWE history. It was built up and presented as Shawn Michaels challenging the skilled veteran Hart in order to achieve his boyhood dream. After a grueling one-hour Ironman match that went into sudden death overtime, Michaels did indeed achieve his dream.
TRUE or FALSE: This moment took place on a PPV event?
Throughout 2003, a major feud on the SmackDown roster was the one between Brock Lesnar and the Big Show. Lesnar was the monstrous rookie who was running roughshod over the roster, while Big Show was experiencing something of a renaissance in terms of his booking and his overall presentation. They wrestled many times during that year, including in the match seen here. At one point, Lesnar actually managed to Superplex the Big Show, which led to the ring actually collapsing, creating a truly memorable moment that has withstood the test of time.
On which show did this segment take place?
Many wrestling commentators and historians agree that the rivalry between 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin and Mr. McMahon was THE rivalry that led to WWE winning the Monday Wars and becoming a cross-cultural phenomenon once again. The tale of the rebellious employee fighting the evil, over-bearing boss resonated with millions of people, leading Austin to becoming a hero to many, while still being an anti-hero. Yet all of that came to a crashing halt when Austin, unexpectedly, shook hands with the Devil himself and aligned himself with the boss he had been fighting for the better part of three years.
TRUE or FALSE: this event took place on a PPV?
CM Punk was always known for his outspoken attitude and criticism of WWE's rules. He had to endure many roadblocks on his way up the ladder, and suffered many setback, mostly due to backstage politics. Those issues led to Punk cutting one of the most memorable and scathing promos in wrestling history. After costing John Cena a match, Punk sat cross-legged and cut a 'worked shoot' promo, combining real elements of WWE's backstage environment into a wrestling promo. It was the most realistic promo WWE had done in years, and set the so-called 'Summer of Punk' in motion.
On which show did this segment take place?
Despite being one of the toughest, bravest and most versatile wrestlers in WWE at the time, Mick Foley had a lot of things working against him. He was the complete opposite of the kind of star Vince McMahon thought of in a World Champion. That's why, when this event was booked to happen, WCW tried to capitalize on it by spoiling it on air. That backfired, and hundreds of thousands of fans tuned into this WWE show instead, turning the Monday Night Wars in WWE's favor once and for all.
On which show was this fan sign seen?
Shortly after winning his first World Championship, John Cena became a polarizing figure. Unlike many of his predecessors and co-workers at the time, Cena wasn't the cleanest worker, nor was he a classically-trained grappler. As a result, many fans began turning their backs on him and rejecting him outright. Nowhere was this clearer than in the event seen here. Fans in the northeastern United States hated Cena with such passion and fervor that many in WWE feared that this sign was a very real threat of what would happen if Cena won at this particular event.
On which show did this segment take place?
WWE has long been criticized for its poor ability to create fresh, new stars. One would need only look at the current roster and see the proof: the overwhelming majority of its top stars of today are ones that made a name for themselves elsewhere before becoming WWE guys. Then there's the Shield, a creation of CM Punk's that took two indy wrestlers and a Samoan from FCW and turned them into a monster stable. Their debut was spectacular, and the way they dominated everyone that stood before them was as clear an indication as any that all three of them were earmarked as the superstars of the future.
On which show did this match take place?
Shawn Michaels and the Undertaker. Two of WWE's most legendary performers and, up until 2010, the two longest-tenured WWE superstars ever. Their paths had never really crossed in a major way after 1997, what with HBK retiring for four years due to severe back injuries. They spent most of the 2000s on separate brands, only crossing paths on rare occasions. So when they finally clashed in singles competition, they stole the show in a big way. These days, their first major confrontation in the 21st century is now on the shortlist for greatest WWE matches of all time.
On which show did this match take place?
The two men seen in this picture are widely considered to be two of the greatest wrestlers that ever lived. Both were trained in a classic American wrestling style, and both were known for being excellent sellers and storytellers, as well as masters of ring psychology. Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair were/are both considered true veterans, yet their paths crossed very rarely up until this point. When this happened, Flair was wrestling with the caveat that he'd have to retire if he lost another match, which culminated in these two having this emotional wrestling bout on a major show.
On which show did this moment take place?
The image seen here was one of the most emotional moments in wrestling history. Seen here are two men that were once labelled 'vanilla midgets' in WCW, two men that wouldn't ever draw at a main-event level despite their incredible skills and levels of experience. Years later, both of them came out on top in grueling world title matches, and then celebrated together as real-life friends. This moment became proof that size doesn't matter in wrestling, and hard work and sacrifice does indeed pay off.
On which show did this match take place?
After winning the G1 Climax Tournament, Kenny Omega experienced a meteoric rise to the main event. As the winner of the tournament, he earned a right to challenge then-IWGP Heavyweight Champion Kazuchika Okada. These men had what some now call the single-greatest wrestling match of all time. Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer rated the match an astounding 6 stars out of 5, This match cemented Omega as a world-title-caliber star, and he is now considered one of the best wrestlers alive today.
On which show did this match take place?
In the late 1990s and early-2000s, WWE's tag team division was dominated by three teams: The Hardy Boyz, The Dudleys and Edge & Christian. These three teams had several outstanding matches against one another, with the best of these featuring tables, ladders and other weapons. But the greatest of these matches is now known as TLC II, and featured some of the craziest moves ever seen in a WWE ring. One in particular stands out above all others: when Edge jumped off of a ladder and Speared Jeff Hardy (who was hanging by the title belts suspended above the ring) down to the ring.
Which edition of the G1 Climax was won by Kenny Omega?
For many years, Kenny Omega was considered something of a background player in NJPW. When he wasn't wrestling in comedy matches, he was the odd challenger for the Junior Heavyweight title. He continued to grow over the years as a member of the Bullet Club, but was always overshadowed by someone else. Then, after years of hard work, Omega stunned the wrestling world by becoming the first-ever foreigner/gaijin to win the tournament when it was under the G1 Climax name.
On which show did this segment take place?
This moment is remembered by wrestling fans as the beginning of the Attitude/Austin Era. Austin had just won a major accolade and was being interviewed by Doc Hendrix, and was mocking the man he had just defeated, Jake 'the Snake' Roberts. Austin mocked Roberts' Bible preacher gimmick, and finished his promo with the now-legendary line, "Austin 3:16 says 'I just whooped your ass'". That line became an overnight sensation, leading Austin to wrestling superstardom and widespread popularity among wrestling fans everywhere.