"Lucha Universal" 5/27/89
May 22, 2023 16:54:37 GMT
Post by tlyne on May 22, 2023 16:54:37 GMT
“Lucha Universal”
Arena Mexico
Taped- 5/26/89
Airs- 5/27/89
Dr. Alfonso Morales opens the program.
Morales, “Fans, welcome to ‘Lucha Universal’. We are one week away from the Coliseo Challenge. Tonight, we will talk about the big show. Atlantis and Cien Caras are both here, that is a dangerous situation. Let’s go to Armando Gaitan.”
Match #1
Angel Azteca vs. El Faraon
The popular Azteca goes to work on Faraon uses Rudo tactics to hold his own. The match goes back and forth. In the end Azteca uses La Suastica for the win.
Winner- Angel Azteca
Match #2
Los Solars vs. Tony Arce and Vulcano
Two thirds of Los Destructores are in action. Los Solars are a very good team, but they have their hands full. Vulcano starts against Solar I. Vulcano is one of the toughest, and roughest, men in the sport. He beats up Solar. II tags in, and goes right at Vulcano. Arce tags in and uses a senton for the win.
Winners- Tony Arce and Vulcano
Dr. Morales is with Cien Caras.
Morales, “With me is the most dangerous man in Lucha Libre. Cien Caras, Atlantis wants revenge. He challenged you even though he is the champion.”
Caras, “You’re right about one thing, I am the most dangerous man here. Atlantis, you are a fool. You want to get in the ring with me? You are stupid! I taught you a lesson before, but I took it easy on you, this time I won’t. I am going to take the Universal Title, and I will end your career!”
Morales, “Cien Caras is very confident. We will see what happens. He is in our next match.”
Match #3
Cien Caras vs. El Monarco
Caras starts fast. He is very aggressive, and overwhelms Monarco. He punches, and kicks away. Monarco is in trouble. Caras dishes out punishment. He refuses to pin Monarco. Finally he uses a big boot to finish off Monarco. Caras looks ready for Atlantis.
Winner- Cien Caras
We see Dr. Morales seated in the studio.
Morales, “Welcome fans, we are one week away from Coliseo Challenge. Coliseo Mexico is sold out. Lucha Libre fans know this will be a night to remember. Lucha Universal is the hottest thing in the wrestling world. Here is what you will see next Friday night.
El Texano and a mystery partner vs. El Dandy and Lizmark
Los Infernales vs. Los Texas Rangers and El Faraón
Villanos I and II vs. Tony Acre and Vulcano
Angel Azteca vs. Jerry Estrada
The Mexican Heavyweight Title is up for grabs, Emilio Charles Jr. Defends against Tierra Viento y Fuego.
Los Bucaneros defend the Universal Trios Titles against Rayo de Jalisco, Blue Panther and Blue Demon Jr.
And in the main event, the hottest feud in Lucha Libre continues, Atlantis defends the Universal Title against Cien Caras.
This will be the hottest night of Lucha Libre in a long, long time!”
Match #4
Los Texas Rangers vs. Pirata Morgan and El Verdugo
Two thirds of the Trios Champions are in action. Verdugo starts with Ranger I. The Executioner goes to work, and hammers away at the Texan. Los Bucaneros are vicious. Ranger II is in trouble. He tags in his partner. II gets in a few shots. Pirata Morgan tags in. The veteran goes to work. He overwhelms the Ranger, and clamps on the Pirate lock. Ranger II submits.
Winners- Pirata Morgan and El Verdugo
We see an inset of Atlantis.
Atlantis, “Cien Caras, you awakened a monster! I’m proud of the titles I hold, but I’m also proud of how tough I am. You beat me down, I admit that, but it won’t happen again! At the Coliseo I will get my revenge!”
Match #5
Non Title Match
Atlantis (Universal Champion) vs. El Cosmonauta
The Champion is on a mission. He may very well be the best Luchador in the business, and he shows it. He mat wrestles, and gets a near fall. The Russian is in trouble. He pulls out some underhanded tactics. This slows Atlantis, but doesn’t stop him. Atlantis uses La Atlántida for the win. The Champion is ready for Cien Caras.
Winner- Atlantis
Dr. Morales closes the show.
Morales, “Lucha Universal continues to explode in the Lucha Libre world! Fans, we will be preempted next week. Join us in two weeks for all the fallout from Coliseo Challenge!”
Arena Mexico
Taped- 5/26/89
Airs- 5/27/89
Dr. Alfonso Morales opens the program.
Morales, “Fans, welcome to ‘Lucha Universal’. We are one week away from the Coliseo Challenge. Tonight, we will talk about the big show. Atlantis and Cien Caras are both here, that is a dangerous situation. Let’s go to Armando Gaitan.”
Match #1
Angel Azteca vs. El Faraon
The popular Azteca goes to work on Faraon uses Rudo tactics to hold his own. The match goes back and forth. In the end Azteca uses La Suastica for the win.
Winner- Angel Azteca
Match #2
Los Solars vs. Tony Arce and Vulcano
Two thirds of Los Destructores are in action. Los Solars are a very good team, but they have their hands full. Vulcano starts against Solar I. Vulcano is one of the toughest, and roughest, men in the sport. He beats up Solar. II tags in, and goes right at Vulcano. Arce tags in and uses a senton for the win.
Winners- Tony Arce and Vulcano
Dr. Morales is with Cien Caras.
Morales, “With me is the most dangerous man in Lucha Libre. Cien Caras, Atlantis wants revenge. He challenged you even though he is the champion.”
Caras, “You’re right about one thing, I am the most dangerous man here. Atlantis, you are a fool. You want to get in the ring with me? You are stupid! I taught you a lesson before, but I took it easy on you, this time I won’t. I am going to take the Universal Title, and I will end your career!”
Morales, “Cien Caras is very confident. We will see what happens. He is in our next match.”
Match #3
Cien Caras vs. El Monarco
Caras starts fast. He is very aggressive, and overwhelms Monarco. He punches, and kicks away. Monarco is in trouble. Caras dishes out punishment. He refuses to pin Monarco. Finally he uses a big boot to finish off Monarco. Caras looks ready for Atlantis.
Winner- Cien Caras
We see Dr. Morales seated in the studio.
Morales, “Welcome fans, we are one week away from Coliseo Challenge. Coliseo Mexico is sold out. Lucha Libre fans know this will be a night to remember. Lucha Universal is the hottest thing in the wrestling world. Here is what you will see next Friday night.
El Texano and a mystery partner vs. El Dandy and Lizmark
Los Infernales vs. Los Texas Rangers and El Faraón
Villanos I and II vs. Tony Acre and Vulcano
Angel Azteca vs. Jerry Estrada
The Mexican Heavyweight Title is up for grabs, Emilio Charles Jr. Defends against Tierra Viento y Fuego.
Los Bucaneros defend the Universal Trios Titles against Rayo de Jalisco, Blue Panther and Blue Demon Jr.
And in the main event, the hottest feud in Lucha Libre continues, Atlantis defends the Universal Title against Cien Caras.
This will be the hottest night of Lucha Libre in a long, long time!”
Match #4
Los Texas Rangers vs. Pirata Morgan and El Verdugo
Two thirds of the Trios Champions are in action. Verdugo starts with Ranger I. The Executioner goes to work, and hammers away at the Texan. Los Bucaneros are vicious. Ranger II is in trouble. He tags in his partner. II gets in a few shots. Pirata Morgan tags in. The veteran goes to work. He overwhelms the Ranger, and clamps on the Pirate lock. Ranger II submits.
Winners- Pirata Morgan and El Verdugo
We see an inset of Atlantis.
Atlantis, “Cien Caras, you awakened a monster! I’m proud of the titles I hold, but I’m also proud of how tough I am. You beat me down, I admit that, but it won’t happen again! At the Coliseo I will get my revenge!”
Match #5
Non Title Match
Atlantis (Universal Champion) vs. El Cosmonauta
The Champion is on a mission. He may very well be the best Luchador in the business, and he shows it. He mat wrestles, and gets a near fall. The Russian is in trouble. He pulls out some underhanded tactics. This slows Atlantis, but doesn’t stop him. Atlantis uses La Atlántida for the win. The Champion is ready for Cien Caras.
Winner- Atlantis
Dr. Morales closes the show.
Morales, “Lucha Universal continues to explode in the Lucha Libre world! Fans, we will be preempted next week. Join us in two weeks for all the fallout from Coliseo Challenge!”