The May 2000 archive has been officially updated. While the “Boxing Invasion” ended in a cloud of legal paperwork and “Mafia” conspiracy theories, the squared circle provided enough electricity to power the entire South of Texas.
Here is the Post-Fight Historical Summary for the month that changed the “Indie” narrative forever.
WWF ARCHIVE: May 2000 “Collision of Worlds” Results
Author: Neil Kim Park (Senior Fight Historian)
1. The Electrifying Debut: The Rock vs. The Hurricane
Result: The Rock def. The Hurricane via Pinfall
The Finish: This was nearly the upset of the century. The Hurricane’s “Unorthodox” style—utilizing high-flying maneuvers that the 90s-peak legends weren’t prepared for—actually saw him land a pinfall attempt that the ref almost counted to three. The Rock looked gassed until the final minute.
In a moment described by ringside announcers as “the most electrifying move in sports history,” The Rock removed his elbow pad, tossed it into the crowd, ran the ropes twice, and delivered the People’s Elbow. The arena in San Antonio nearly shook apart. The “Secret Move” is no longer a secret; it’s a warning to Hogan.
2. The Family Legacy: Rey Mysterio Jr. vs. Eddie Guerrero
Result: Rey Mysterio Jr. def. Eddie Guerrero via Pinfall
The Analysis: Stepping in as a replacement for his father, the young Rey Mysterio Jr. proved that the “New Generation” isn’t just about strength—it’s about velocity. Eddie Guerrero, a technical master at his peak, couldn’t keep track of Rey’s 360-degree offense. This win cements the Mysterio name in the WWF hierarchy for the next decade.
3. The Fall of the Deadman: Mick Foley vs. The Undertaker
Result: Mick Foley def. The Undertaker via Pinfall (24:30)
The Shock: The “Deadman” has suffered his first sanctioned loss. Foley, the “Hardcore Icon,” absorbed a level of punishment that would have hospitalized a normal man.
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The Question: The Hell in a Cell match was originally scheduled for the next round of the USA Contender tournament. With Foley winning, the Commission is scrambling. Fans are demanding a rematch, but the physical toll on both men might make a June Cell match impossible.
4. USA #1 Contender Semi-Final: The Million Dollar Advance
Result: Ted DiBiase def. Eric Bischoff via Submission (12:10)
The Finish: Bischoff’s months of “Black Belt” training were negated by DiBiase’s 90s-peak technical grappling. Once DiBiase locked in the Million Dollar Dream, Bischoff had no escape. DiBiase advances to the finals, looking more dominant than ever.
5. The Main Event: “Stone Cold” Steve Austin vs. Mr. McMahon
Location: Alamodome, San Antonio
Result: Steve Austin def. Vince McMahon via Pinfall
The Reality: The “Executive-turned-Combatant” experiment was more competitive than anyone expected. Vince McMahon, at 54, showed a “Genetic Power” that actually saw him counter Austin’s first two Stunner attempts.
The Controversy: While Vince gained respect from the locker room for his resilience, the underground forums are on fire. Critics claim Austin was “paid” by the McMahon estate to make the fight look competitive and protect the boss’s ego. Regardless, Austin walks out with his hand raised, but the “Mafia” rumors have never been louder.
The “Cancelled” Boxing Invasion
The high-profile bouts between Prince Naseem/Gonzalez and Butterbean/Choi have been officially pulled from the schedule due to “contractual disputes.”
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The Theory: Underground analysts believe the promoters got cold feet after the Sagat/Ryu tape leaked. They realized that putting “Sports Icons” in a ring with “World Warriors” or WWF Giants was a recipe for a reputational disaster.
Updated June 1, 2000 Rankings
| Fighter | Record | Status |
| The Rock | 2 – 0 | Top Contender (The People’s Champion) |
| Steve Austin | 2 – 0 | Unstoppable (But rumored “compromised”) |
| Kurt Angle | 2 – 0 | Dark Horse (Olympic Dominance) |
| Kimbo Slice | 2 – 0 | Brawl Specialist |
| Bob Sapp | 2 – 0 | Giant Killer |
*** [ WWF_UNDERGROUND_FORUM ] *** Topic: MAY RESULTS MEGATHREAD: ROCK’S SECRET MOVE / TAKER PWNED? / VINCE LIVES??
[ ADMIN_NEIL ] – Posted: June 1, 2000 @ 10:25 AM
Yo, everyone! I hope your T1 lines were ready because the San Antonio results are absolutely insane. We’ve got new meta-moves, a legend falling, and the “Mafia” rumors hitting an all-time high with the boxing cancellation.
Check the feed below and keep the flame wars to a minimum. NO SPAMMING.
[[ THE POST-FIGHT CHAT LOG ]]
User: Xx_The_Great_One_xX
THE PEOPLE’S ELBOW IS THE BOMB DOT COM!! 💣🔥 Did you see the Hurricane’s face? He thought he had the upset pwned after surviving the Rock Bottom, but then Rock just… takes off the elbow pad? It was the most electrifying thing I’ve ever seen. Hurricane got served! The “Secret Move” is 100% legit. GG.
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Reply: Indie_Watcher_00
As if! 🙄 Hurricane actually pinned him and the ref was slow-counting. Rock is lucky he’s a “Mafia” favorite. The People’s Elbow is just a fancy elbow drop, let’s be real. Hurricane was the better fighter tonight. Boring!
User: Deadman_Fan_666
UNDERTAKER LOST. IM DONE. 💀 How does Mick Foley beat the Deadman? This has to be a script. Taker looked like he was moving in slow motion. If they don’t do a rematch at Hell in a Cell, I’m canceling my subscription and moving to Japan to watch K-1. Taker got robbed.
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Reply: Hardcore_Mick_Fan
Take a chill pill, emo kid. Foley is a beast! He took everything Taker threw and just kept smiling. It wasn’t a fluke, it was hardcore grit. Foley is the new king of the cellar. Taker is just “90s-Peak” and he can’t keep up with the “Cactus” energy. Deal with it! 🌵👊
User: Truth_Seeker_J
BOXING CANCELLED = WWF MAFIA CONFIRMED. 🕵️♂️ They knew Prince Naseem and Butterbean would expose the “Giants” as fakes. “Contractual reasons” my butt. Vince is just protecting the Hogan vs. Andre gate. They don’t want real strikers ruining the SummerSlam buy-rate. Follow the money, peeps.
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Reply: Corporate_Shill_Hunter
Or maybe Naz was just scared? Gonzalez is a mountain. Naz probably saw the Sagat scar tape and realized he didn’t want his chest opened up. 🤷♂️ The boxing guys are all talk. WWF is where the real monsters are.
User: Austin316Rawr
VINCE IS RIPPED?? WTH did I just watch? I thought Austin was going to squash him in 2 mins, but Vince was actually countering the Stunners? Respect to the old man, but Austin 3:16 still says I just pinned your boss! 🐍🍻
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Reply: Real_Fight_Analyzer
“Respect”?? Open your eyes! 🤡 Austin was obviously paid to make it look competitive. There is zero chance a 54-year-old CEO stays in the ring with a “Neural Shock” striker like Austin for 20 minutes unless it’s a total work. Vince is just buying “Combat Cred” so he can talk trash to the Street Fighters. Epic fail.
User: Mysterio_Goat
Rey Jr. is the future. 🐐 PWNING Eddie was sick. Bischoff’s training was weak sauce though. DiBiase is going to buy the USA belt at this rate. 💵
[[ CURRENT POLL: WAS AUSTIN PAID OFF? ]]
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YES: 68% (The Mafia is real!)
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NO: 32% (Vince is just built different.)
[[ ADMIN NOTE: The “Hell in a Cell” rumors for June are swirling. I’ll post the leaked brackets as soon as the T1 finishes the download. ]]