Yo! I just got off the phone with my contact near the Allstate Arena, and the June 15th card has been flipped upside down. If you were looking forward to seeing The Rock lay the smackdown on a clown, you’re going to have to wait.
The Rock vs. Doink is OFFICIALLY CANCELLED.
[[ THE REASON: THE “JOY BUZZER” INCIDENT ]]
Reports from backstage say that during a pre-show “prank” gone wrong, Doink attempted to use a modified, high-voltage joy buzzer on a WWF production assistant. The “Mafia” security (led by the Big Boss Man) didn’t find it funny. Doink was forcibly removed from the building for “endangering staff,” leaving The Rock without an opponent just hours before bell time.
[[ THE REPLACEMENT: JIM “THE ANVIL” NEIDHART ]]
Vince didn’t scramble for a local jobber. Instead, he reached into the “Hart Foundation” archives. Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart has officially signed his new WWF contract and has been waiting in the wings for weeks. With Doink out, The Anvil is finally making his 2000 debut. This isn’t a comedy match anymore—it’s a powerhouse collision.
[[ TALE OF THE TAPE: THE POWERHOUSE CLASH ]]
| FEATURE | THE ROCK | JIM “THE ANVIL” NEIDHART |
| Height | 6’5″ | 6’2″ |
| Weight | 275 lbs | 280 lbs |
| Experience | 4 Years (Current Peak) | 20+ Years (Legend Status) |
| Style | Electrifying High-Impact | Powerhouse / Stampede Style |
| Finisher | Rock Bottom | Anvil Flattener / Powerslam |
[[ THE EXPERTS WEIGH IN ]]
JOE ROGAN (UFC/MMA Analyst)
“This is actually a much better fight for The Rock’s development. Doink was a gimmick; Neidhart is a stone-cold killer from the Hart Dungeon. 🇨🇦 He has that ‘Old School’ strength that you can’t teach. If Neidhart gets those arms around Rock for a bearhug, we’re going to see if the ‘Brahma Bull’ can actually handle real, world-class pressure. This is a massive test for the People’s Champion.”
JIM LAMPLEY (HBO Boxing)
“BANG! What a turn of events! The clown is sent packing and in walks a man who throws anvils for fun! Neidhart brings a level of veteran savvy that The Rock hasn’t faced since Vader. Can Rock’s speed overcome the sheer density of The Anvil? It’s a classic power-vs-charisma matchup that has Chicago shaking before the first bell!”
[[ THE THREAD: NEIDHART’S RETURN ]]
User: Xx_NWO_For_Life_xX
THE ANVIL IS BACK!! 👊 I grew up watching the Hart Foundation. Seeing him go up against The Rock is a dream match I never expected in 2000. Neidhart is gonna show Rock what “Stiff” really means.
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Reply: Raw_Is_War_2000
I’m glad the clown is gone. 🤡 Wrestling needs more guys like Neidhart. But let’s be real—The Rock is too fast. He’s gonna hit that People’s Elbow and the arena is going to explode. The Anvil is a legend, but Rock is the future.
User: HadoukenKid
The Rock vs a Hart Dungeon graduate? 🏰 This is going to be a technical clinic. I bet Bret Hart is watching this from home, smiling. If Neidhart wins, does he join the “WWF Mafia”?
User: BeefSlammer69
ANVIL VS ROCK!! 💥 I want to see a double clothesline that levels the ring! I’m putting my money on Neidhart for the upset. You don’t mess with the pink and black attack! 👊😤
[[ ADMIN_NEIL NOTE: I’m hearing that Neidhart’s contract has a “Family Clause.” If he wins tonight, could we see more of the Hart family returning to take on the nWo? ]]
*** [ WWF_UNDERGROUND_FORUM ] *** Topic: LEAKED: THE ROCK’S BACKSTAGE RAGE & THE “ANVIL” AMBUSH
[ ADMIN_NEIL ] – Posted: June 15, 2000 @ 08:30 PM
Yo! The Allstate Arena is in a state of absolute chaos. I just got a grainy handheld clip from a contact in the production truck. If you thought The Rock was going to be happy about a “Day Off” because the Clown got fired, you don’t know the Brahma Bull.
[[ THE LEAKED FOOTAGE: BACKSTAGE AT CHICAGO ]]
The video starts with The Rock pacing outside Vince McMahon’s office. He’s already in his trunks, the Brahma Bull tattoo glistening under the hallway lights. He looks less like an entertainer and more like a predator whose meal just got taken away.
The Rock (to a trembling Producer):
“So let The Rock get this straight… the ‘Mafia’ sends a clown to do a man’s job, the clown decides to play with electricity, and now The Rock is supposed to just go home? You think The Rock flew to Chicago to sit in a locker room and eat a ham sandwich? You think the millions—and millions—of the Rock’s fans paid their hard-earned money to see a ‘Card Subject to Change’ sign?!”
Just then, Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart walks into the frame. He’s wearing the classic pink and black, laughing that signature maniacal laugh. He gets right in Rock’s face, the goatee practically twitching with intensity.
The Anvil:
“Hahahaha! Lay smackdown on a clown, Rock? Why don’t you try to move an ANVIL?! I’ve been sitting in the basement of the Hart Dungeon waiting for a contract that meant something. Vince gave me the pen, and I’m giving you the beating! Welcome back to the real world, kid!”
The Rock’s Reaction: Rock doesn’t say a word. He just slowly removes his sunglasses, drops them into the hands of the terrified producer, and gives Neidhart the People’s Eyebrow. The tension was so thick you could cut it with a folding chair. The clip ends with Rock walking toward the curtain, shouting, “Tell the timekeeper to get ready… because The Rock is about to drop an Anvil on Chicago!”
[[ THE EXPERTS WEIGH IN ]]
JOE ROGAN (UFC/MMA Analyst)
“This is the most dangerous ‘Pivot’ I’ve ever seen. The Rock was prepared for a circus; now he’s in a shark tank. Neidhart has that Stu Hart ‘Catch’ wrestling background. If he gets a hold of Rock’s wrist, he can snap it in four places before the ref even counts to one. This isn’t about the ‘People’s Elbow’ anymore; this is about survival.”
JIM LAMPLEY (HBO Boxing)
“BANG! From the ridiculous to the sublime! We go from a prankster in facepaint to a two-time Tag Team Champion with the strength of a freight train. The Rock has momentum from the Vader and Hurricane wins, but Neidhart is a fresh, angry veteran with everything to prove. This is the definition of a ‘Trap Match’!”
[[ THE THREAD: THE CHICAGO STAMPEDE ]]
User: Xx_NWO_For_Life_xX
THE ANVIL IN 2000!! 👊 Seeing that backstage footage gave me chills. Rock looked like he wanted to rip Neidhart’s head off. This is way better than a Doink match. Neidhart is gonna test that “People’s Champ” hype for real.
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Reply: Raw_Is_War_2000
Did you see Rock’s face? 🤨 He didn’t even blink when Neidhart started laughing. After what he did to Vader and that massive People’s Elbow on The Hurricane, I think Rock is untouchable right now. Anvil is gonna get Rock Bottomed into the 300 level.
User: HadoukenKid
The Hurricane was just a warm-up. The Anvil is the final boss of the powerhouses. If Rock wins this, he’s definitely the #1 contender for the World Title. But man, Neidhart looks like he’s in the best shape of his life.
User: BeefSlammer69
CLOTHESLINE FROM HELL VS ROCK BOTTOM!! 💥 I’m in the building right now and the crowd is losing it. Nobody misses the clown. Give us the Harts! Give us the Bulls! 👊😤
[[ ADMIN_NEIL NOTE: I’m standing by for the finish. Word is the “Mafia” is watching this match very closely to see if Rock is ready for the Main Event at SummerSlam. ]]