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THE CERBERAL ASSASSIN VS. THE FORMER BOSS

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TRIPLE H def. VINCE MCMAHON (Pinfall – 19:42)

The fans were treated to a 5-star masterclass in psychological and physical warfare last night. The “Last Will & Testament” match between Triple H and Mr. McMahon wasn’t just a fight; it was a public execution of a family dynamic that left the crowd breathless and the referee, Stephanie McMahon, in tears.

The first three minutes looked like a squash. Triple H, fueled by months of suppressed rage and the threat of losing his contract, dismantled Vince with cold, calculating hammer strikes. But the story of the night was the Iron Chin of the Chairman. After a sickening Pedigree on the announcement desk—a move that usually ends careers—Vince somehow found the strength to kick out at two, sending the arena into a frenzy.

Vince didn’t just survive; he rallied. Utilizing the “Extreme Rules” to their fullest, he turned a kendo stick into a surgical instrument, momentarily putting “The Game” on the defensive. However, youth and elite conditioning won the day. A second Pedigree, this time inside the ring, finally kept the Chairman down for the three-count. Triple H retains his contract and his relationship, but at a cost that may never be fully paid.

[[ THE POST-MATCH: JOE ROGAN IN THE RING ]]

JOE ROGAN: “I’m here with the winner, Triple H. Hunter, I’ll be honest—I thought this was over in three minutes. Are you surprised Vince lasted this long? Most elite fighters would have stayed down after that first Pedigree on the desk.”

TRIPLE H: (Breathing heavily, wiping blood from his forehead) “Surprised? No, Joe. I know Vince. He’s a parasite—you can’t kill him that easily. But tonight wasn’t about a ‘quick bout.’ It was about making him feel every single second of the mistake he made by trying to control my life. He’s tough, sure, but tonight he found out that I am ‘The Game’ for a reason.”

JOE ROGAN: “That Pedigree on the desk… it was brutal. What was going through your mind in that moment? Was it business, or was it purely personal?”

TRIPLE H: “It was the sound of a contract being signed in blood, Joe. He wanted to take everything from me? Fine. I took his dignity and put it through a table.”

JOE ROGAN: (Turning to Vince, who is being helped up by Shane McMahon) “Vince, you just impressed 20,000 fans tonight. Even in defeat, people are calling this a 5-star performance. How did you survive that beating? What was the training for a 55-year-old man to take those hits?”

VINCE MCMAHON: (Coughing, clutching his ribs) “It’s called… Genetic… Superiority… Rogan. He didn’t… break me.”

(Shane McMahon grabs the mic, eyes locked on Triple H.)

JOE ROGAN: “Shane, give me your thoughts on this. Your father just went through hell.”

SHANE MCMAHON: “My thoughts? My thoughts are that Hunter just made the biggest mistake of his life. You think you’re in the family now? You’re in the crosshairs.”

(Triple H begins trash-talking Shane off-mic, leaning over the ropes as security rushes in to keep the brothers-in-law apart. Joe Rogan stands back, hyped, as the screen cuts to the analyst desk.)

[[ THE EXPERT PANEL ANALYSIS ]]

JIM LAMPLEY: “IT HAPPENED! IT HAPPENED! We just saw a 55-year-old executive reach deep into the soul of this sport and pull out a classic! Vince McMahon, bloodied and beaten, refused to yield! It was the most dramatic opening I’ve called in thirty years!”

TEDDY ATLAS: “Listen, you gotta look at the ‘fireman’ aspect here. Triple H brought the fire, but Vince? Vince didn’t run from the flames! He sat in the middle of the burning building and dared the heat to take him! But Lampley, you can’t ignore the mechanics. Triple H had the timing, he had the leverage, and eventually, the fire just gets too hot for an old man to handle. Great heart, but bad physics for Vince.”

LENNOX LEWIS: “I’ve got to respect the chin on McMahon. In the heavyweight division, if you take a shot like that Pedigree on the desk, your brain usually tells your legs to go on holiday. Vince’s legs stayed in Glasgow! But Triple H showed he’s an elite ‘closer.’ He didn’t get frustrated when Vince kicked out; he just reset and went back to work. That’s champion mentality.”

[[ ADMIN_NEIL NOTE: Vince is now 0-2. One more loss and he’s out for a year. The tension with Shane is a powder keg—will Shane be the one to try and finish what his father started? ]]

Bob Sapp Upsets the Big Show

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The Pepsi Center is still buzzing after the most improbable upset in the Super Heavyweight Tournament. Big Show (500 lbs) entered the ring as the overwhelming favorite, but left the arena with his first professional loss—and a massive dent in his ego.

[[ THE LOCKER ROOM FALLOUT: BIG SHOW IN SHOCK ]]

Backstage footage shows a distraught Big Show flipping over a catering table. He was dominant for 80% of that fight, treating Bob Sapp like a training dummy with superior wrestling transitions. But as the analysts are saying, in the WWF Underground, one lapse in concentration is all it takes.

BIG SHOW: (To cameras, while pacing) “A fluke! A 1-in-100 haymaker! I was out-wrestling him, I was out-classing him! He couldn’t even lift me! Did you see that? He tried to be Hogan, he tried to be Bruno, and he looked like a fool! But I let my guard down for one second… one second… and the ‘Beast’ gets lucky. This isn’t over. Sapp, enjoy the Finals, because when I catch you again, there won’t be a lucky punch to save you!”

[[ THE BRACKET FINAL: VADER VS. BOB SAPP ]]

With Vader outlasting Yokozuna in a grueling “Heavyweight Classic,” the Finals are now set. It’s the “Mastodon” vs. the “Beast.” * Vader (450 lbs): Moving on despite exhaustion. He proved his stamina is elite for a man of his size.

  • Bob Sapp (329 lbs): The ultimate “Wildcard.” He is now 3-0 in the WWF, with wins over Tuli, Gonzalez, and now the Big Show.

THE ODDS: Microsoft’s rating software has adjusted the Final. Vader is the slight favorite due to Sapp’s lack of technical wrestling, but Sapp’s “Monster KO Power” makes him a threat to anyone—even a man who calls himself a Mastodon.

[[ LARRY MERCHANT’S FINAL THOUGHTS ]]

LARRY MERCHANT: “Jim, Lennox… look at the wreckage of this night. We started with a billionaire getting beaten by his son-in-law, and we ended with a Deadman winning in the blink of an eye. But the story for me is The Rock. He faced the man everyone said was ‘The Truth’ in Kimbo Slice, and he didn’t just win—he dominated. He proved that length, athleticism, and the Rock Bottom are a more reliable ‘Kill Switch’ than anything found in a backyard.”

JIM LAMPLEY: “And don’t forget Kim-Solo. Larry, that man is a ghost. To see him dismantle a veteran like Rey Mysterio… it was surgical. There are whispers in the back that he’s looking for a Top 10 scalp next. If I’m Kurt Angle or Ken Shamrock, I’m watching my back.”

LENNOX LEWIS: “The Super Heavyweights stole the show for me. Seeing Big Show fall was a shock to the system. Bob Sapp is dangerous because he doesn’t know he’s supposed to lose! He tried to lift 500 pounds! He failed, he got laughed at, and then he just punched the guy’s lights out. That’s a fighter’s mentality right there.”

WWF EXTREME RULES: DENVER DEVASTATION

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DATE: October 29, 2000 LOCATION: Pepsi Center, Denver, Colorado

The altitude in Denver wasn’t the only thing causing breathless gasps tonight. From the psychological dismantling of the McMahon dynasty to the coronation of The Rock as the definitive P4P king, Extreme Rules delivered a night of shifting tides.

[[ THE POST-FIGHT INTERVIEWS: JOE ROGAN IN THE RING ]]

JOE ROGAN: “I’m here with the man who just proved the algorithms right. Rock, you just put on a 5-star clinic against the most feared street fighter in the world. You used your length, you survived the ground-and-pound, and you closed it out with two Rock Bottoms and the People’s Elbow. In the end, it was a KO. How did it feel to finally silence the critics who said you were ‘ducking’ Kimbo?”

THE ROCK: (Wiping blood from his lip, chest heaving) “Joe, the critics don’t matter. The algorithms don’t matter. The only thing that matters is the 20,000 screaming fans in Denver and the millions watching at home. Kimbo Slice came in here with a reputation; he left with a lesson. He’s tough—The Rock will give him that—but there is a difference between a backyard brawl and the Great One’s ring. The Rock didn’t just win; The Rock showed him that at this level, you don’t just fight with your fists—you fight with your soul.”

JOE ROGAN: “Kimbo, you’re still getting your bearings, but you went toe-to-toe with the #4 P4P fighter in the world. You hurt him on the ground. You survived a Rock Bottom through a table. What is the takeaway for you tonight after your first loss in the WWF?”

KIMBO SLICE: (Sitting on a stool, ice on his neck) “He’s… he’s faster than he looks on TV, man. I caught him, I felt his ribs crack under my ground-and-pound… but he just keeps coming. I ain’t making excuses. The Rock is the real deal. But Joe? Tell the Top 5 to stop running. I’m still here. I’m still the BMF. I just need one more shot.”

[[ THE MAIN EVENT WRAP-UP: LARRY MERCHANT WITH THE DEADMAN ]]

In a shocking anti-climax that left the audience stunned, The Undertaker dispatched Mankind in just 2 minutes and 2 seconds. No weapons, no long-drawn-out torture—just a cold, efficient Pinfall that moves Taker to 3-1 in their historic rivalry.

LARRY MERCHANT: “Undertaker, the fans were expecting a bloodbath. They were expecting the third chapter of a saga. Instead, you gave them a two-minute execution. Why the change in tactics? Why so quick?”

THE UNDERTAKER: (Staring into the camera, hood up) “Mick Foley has given enough blood to this ring. Tonight wasn’t about the fans’ bloodlust; it was about ending a cycle. The Deadman doesn’t need a kendo stick to prove he’s the Reaper. I took his heart, I took the three-count, and I’m moving toward the title. The saga is buried.”

LARRY MERCHANT: “Mick, you look more confused than hurt. You’re now 1-3 against the Deadman. Is the magic gone, or did he just catch you cold?”

MICK FOLEY: “I… I don’t know, Larry. I prepared for war. I prepared for the tacks and the fire. He just… he came at me like a freight train. Maybe he’s right. Maybe this cycle needs to end before one of us doesn’t walk away.”

[[ THE ANALYST ROUNDTABLE: CLOSING REMARKS ]]

JIM LAMPLEY: “What a night! We saw the emergence of a new power in Kim-Solo, who looked absolutely clinical in forcing Rey Mysterio to tap. It was a statement win for the North Korean—total control, zero waste. He is a dark horse for the title in 2021.”

LENNOX LEWIS: “I have to talk about the Rock and Kimbo. That was the ‘Fight of the Year’ contender right there. People talk about size vs. grit, but the Rock showed that elite athleticism is the ultimate equalizer. And let’s not overlook Bob Sapp. He comically failed that lift on Big Show—looking like he was trying to recreate Hogan/Andre—but that one haymaker changed the night. He stayed undefeated at 3-0! The man is a sentient avalanche.”

TEDDY ATLAS: “Lampley, we have to address the ‘Jackie Chan’ situation. The fans felt cheated. Whether it was a stunt double or just a safe strategy, the Ladder Match was a letdown. But look at the heavyweights! Vader vs. Yokozuna was a ‘Big Man Classic.’ Vader’s stamina was the only reason he’s moving on. He couldn’t hit the moonsault, but he hit the marks when it mattered.”

LARRY MERCHANT: “And finally, the Main Event. It was the anti-climax of the century. After the 5-star war between Triple H and Vince to open the show—where Vince showed the chin of a statue—to see Mankind fall in two minutes? It feels like the end of an era. The WWF is changing, Jim. It’s becoming faster, more efficient, and more dangerous.”

[[ ADMIN_NEIL NOTE: The Microsoft Simulator was spot on about The Rock’s length being the deciding factor. With Taker moving to 3-1 and Kimbo dropping to #2, the P4P rankings are about to be a total mess tomorrow morning! ]]

WWF_EXCLUSIVE: THE ROAD TO EXTREME RULES

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LOCATION: The Rock’s Private Gym, Miami, FL INTERVIEWER: Quinito Henson (“The Dean” of Philippine Combat Sports)

The “Brahma Bull” is currently finishing a set of heavy squats as Quinito Henson waits with his notepad. The intensity in the room is high—The Rock is preparing for a BMF Rules fight against the most feared street fighter on the planet, Kimbo Slice.

QUINITO HENSON: “Rock, first of all, Kumusta! The fans in the Philippines and all over the world are electrified. You’ve just signed on to face Kimbo Slice in a BMF (Baddest Motherf***er) match. This isn’t your typical wrestling match—this is bare-knuckle territory. Question 1: Why take this risk now, when you are so close to the Undisputed World Title?“

THE ROCK: (Wiping sweat with a towel, eyes focused) “Quinito, Salamat. To answer your question—The Rock doesn’t play it safe. Kimbo Slice thinks because he’s got a beard and a YouTube highlight reel that he owns the ‘streets.’ But the Rock is the People, and the People live on those streets. If I want to be the Undisputed King, I have to walk through the most dangerous alley in the WWF. Risk? The only risk is Kimbo thinking he’s getting out of that ring in one piece.”

QUINITO HENSON: “Kimbo just lost his #1 P4P spot to Hulk Hogan, and he’s coming into this fight with a chip on his shoulder the size of a mountain. Question 2: Do you think a desperate, angry Kimbo Slice is more dangerous than the one who was winning easily?“

THE ROCK: “Desperation is just another word for ‘clumsy.’ Kimbo is emotional. He’s mad at the rankings, he’s mad at Hogan, he’s mad at the world. The Rock? The Rock is cold. I’m surgical. When you fight with anger, you leave openings. And Quinito, you know as well as anyone—you give The Rock an opening, and I will lay the SmackDown on your candy-ass before you can blink.”

QUINITO HENSON: “We saw Kimbo dismantle Eagle in seconds last month because of the massive power gap. You are much bigger and faster than Eagle, but Kimbo’s hands are like bricks. Question 3: What is the specific strategy to avoid that one-punch ‘Kill Switch’ he possesses?“

THE ROCK: “You hit him first, you hit him hard, and you keep moving. Kimbo is a stationary target. He wants to plant his feet and swing for the fences. The Rock is an athlete. I’ve got the footwork, I’ve got the range, and I’ve got a spinebuster that will put his 230-pound frame through the canvas. He’s looking for a knockout; I’m looking to break his spirit.”

QUINITO HENSON: “This is under BMF Rules. No 10-ounce gloves, no referee stoppages unless someone is unconscious. Question 4: Have you changed your training camp? Are you working more on your ‘dirty’ boxing and clinch work to prepare for his street-fighting style?“

THE ROCK: “I’ve been in the trenches. I’ve brought in the best catch-wrestlers and the grittiest brawlers. We aren’t training for a ‘match,’ Quinito. We are training for a mugging. Kimbo wants to make it ugly? The Rock can get as ugly as it gets. I’m sharpening the elbows, I’m hardening the knuckles. It’s going to be a long night for the ‘Street King.'”

QUINITO HENSON: “There is a lot of talk about the ‘Mafia’ protecting certain fighters, but Kimbo seems to be an outsider. Question 5: Do you feel the WWF brass wants you to win this to keep the title in the hands of a mainstream star, or do they want the ‘monster’ Kimbo to remain invincible?“

THE ROCK: “The Rock doesn’t give a damn what the ‘brass’ wants. I don’t work for them; I work for the fans. If the suit-and-tie guys in the back want a corporate champion, they’re looking at the wrong man. I’m going in there to win because it’s my destiny. Whether the ‘Mafia’ likes it or not, the People’s Champion is taking that #1 spot back.”

QUINITO HENSON: “Kurt Angle is lurking. He wants the winner in January for a title shot. Question 6: If you get past Kimbo, are you ready to transition from a street brawler like him to an Olympic technical master like Angle just three months later?“

THE ROCK: “One hurdle at a time, Quinito. Angle is a great athlete, but he’s got no ‘dog’ in him like Kimbo does. If I can survive the street, the Olympic mat will feel like a vacation. But first, Kimbo Slice gets the beating of a lifetime.”

QUINITO HENSON: “Final question, Rock. The fans in Manila are staying up until 4:00 AM to watch this. Question 7: What is your final message to Kimbo Slice before you step into that Extreme Rules environment?“

THE ROCK: (Leaning into the camera, brow furrowed) “Kimbo… you spent your whole life fighting for bread in backyards. Now you’re in the Great One’s backyard. You talk about being ‘the baddest,’ but at Extreme Rules, you’re going to realize there’s a difference between a street fighter and a God. Pack your bags, bring your beard, and bring every bit of ‘thug’ you’ve got—because it won’t be enough. If you smell… what the Rock… is cookin’!”

[[ ADMIN_NEIL NOTE: The Rock looks in the best shape of his career. If Kimbo can’t find the chin early, The Rock’s conditioning might carry him to the upset! ]]

THE BEAST ARRIVES — SUPER-HEAVYWEIGHTS & THE MASKED REVELATION

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The October card is officially the most “unpredictable” night in the history of the Gonzaga Protocol. With Birdie sidelined by the medical team, the Super Heavyweight Tournament has been thrown into a chaotic scramble, and the “Open Challenges” have finally been answered by a mix of legends and high-flying enigmas.

[[ 1. THE TOURNAMENT SEMI-FINAL: BIG SHOW VS. BOB SAPP ]]

Since Birdie was not cleared to fight, the board has looked to the undefeated Bob Sapp (2-0) to step into the bracket. Sapp, a 330lb “sentient avalanche of muscle,” has been a wrecking ball since entering the WWF, coming off dominant wins against the 400lb Teila Tuli and the 8-foot Giant Gonzalez.

THE MATCHUP: This is the ultimate “unstoppable force vs. immovable object.”

  • Big Show: 7’2″, 500 lbs.

  • Bob Sapp: 6’5″, 330 lbs.

    Sapp’s speed and NFL-bred explosiveness against the sheer mass of the Big Show. The winner will face either Yokozuna or Vader in the Finals later that same night.

[[ 2. THE MASKED CHALLENGER: KIM-SOLO VS. REY MYSTERIO JR. ]]

The “Masked Luchador” spotted at the airport has been confirmed. Rey Mysterio Jr. has jumped ship to answer Kim-Solo’s Extreme Rules open challenge.

THE DYNAMIC: This is a classic “Speed vs. Technical Efficiency” bout. Kim-Solo wants to prove his combat-readiness, while Rey Mysterio is looking to prove that a “Cruiserweight” can survive an Extreme Rules environment. Rumors suggest that if Kim-Solo loses, he might have to unmask—a high-stakes debut for the mysterious fighter.

[[ 3. THE BMF OPEN CHALLENGE: KIMBO SLICE VS. THE ROCK ]]

The contract is signed. The Rock is stepping into the “BMF Rules” world to reclaim the #1 P4P spot for the “People.”

  • Kimbo’s Edge: He is fresh, unhurt, and carries a “kill-switch” in both hands.

  • The Rock’s Edge: Unmatched charisma and an “active” fighting style that Kimbo hasn’t faced yet. If The Rock wins, he likely leapfrogs Hogan for the top spot. If he loses, Kimbo proves the “Street King” is the only king.

[[ 4. THE MCMAHON CIVIL WAR: TRIPLE H VS. VINCE MCMAHON ]]

Special Guest Referee: Stephanie McMahon. The tension between the “Cerebral Assassin” and the “Chairman” is at a fever pitch. Triple H is fighting for his career and his relationship. Vince is fighting to “save” his daughter from a man he once considered a protégé.

[[ OCTOBER EXTREME RULES: FULL CARD RECAP ]]

Match Stipulation Status
Undertaker vs. Mankind III Extreme Rules (Main Event) Confirmed
Kimbo Slice vs. The Rock BMF Rules (Co-Main Event) Confirmed
Big Show vs. Bob Sapp Tournament Semi-Final NEW
Yokozuna vs. Vader Tournament Semi-Final Confirmed
Triple H vs. Vince McMahon Last Will & Testament Confirmed
Jackie Chan vs. Erap Ladder Match Confirmed
Kim-Solo vs. Rey Mysterio Jr. Extreme Rules / Mask? NEW

[[ ADMIN_NEIL NOTE: Bob Sapp vs. Big Show might actually break the ring. If those two collide at full speed, the structural integrity of the arena is in serious doubt. ]]

THE HALLOWEEN HARVEST — BLOOD, BRICK, & THE BILLIONAIRE’S DAUGHTER

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The WWF landscape has shifted from the fog of Scotland to the concrete jungle of the U.S. for the most violent night of the year. With Hulk Hogan officially taking the #1 P4P spot and Bret Hart solidifying his technical reign, the October “Extreme Rules” PPV is about one thing: Survival.

[[ THE INITIAL CARD: OCTOBER 2000 ]]

1. MAIN EVENT: THE UNDERTAKER VS. MANKIND III (Extreme Rules)

The trilogy that defined the “Gonzaga Protocol.” Mankind is looking to avenge his summer losses, while the Deadman has promised to “bury the Foley legacy” once and for all. No count-outs, no rope breaks—just the Cell and the concrete.

2. THE SEMI-FINALS: YOKOZUNA VS. VADER

The Super Heavyweight Tournament reaches a fever pitch. Both men are weighing in at a combined 1,000+ lbs. The winner faces the victor of the “Big Show Bracket” for a shot at Hogan’s USA Title.

  • Medical Alert: Birdie (500 lbs) was originally scheduled for the other side of the bracket, but after the brutal Butterbean loss, the medical team is 50/50 on clearing him. The Big Show is currently waiting in the wings for a replacement.

3. THE CELEBRITY LADDER MATCH: JACKIE CHAN (46) VS. ERAP (53)

In a bizarre crossover that has the Asian market exploding, action legend Jackie Chan faces off against the “Action Star of the Philippines,” Joseph “Erap” Estrada. Erap, currently facing massive political pressure in Manila, has decided to settle his “tough guy” reputation in a WWF ring.

  • The Stipulation: A high-stakes Ladder Match. Jackie has the agility, but Erap has the “Masa” (People) power and a surprisingly heavy right hook from his early film days.

[[ THE KIMBO SLICE PREDICAMENT: THE OPEN CHALLENGE ]]

Kimbo Slice is a man possessed. Dropping to #2 P4P behind Hogan has ignited a fire in the Street King. He has issued a BMF (Baddest Motherfer) Open Challenge*. He feels fresh, unhurt, and insulted.

THE PROBLEM: No one in the Top 5 wants the risk. Kurt Angle is playing hardball in negotiations, demanding a January date to maximize the buy-rate. Ken Shamrock is focused on his own bracket. Ryu is still recovering from the Bulldog war and won’t be cleared until November.

WHO ACCEPTS?

Rumors are swirling that a “Ghost from the Past” might answer. Insider reports suggest Mike Tyson is considering a one-off “Hybrid Rule” appearance to prove the Mafia wasn’t protecting him, or perhaps a rising star like The Rock sees this as his “shortcut” to the #1 spot.

[[ THE MCMAHON FAMILY CIVIL WAR ]]

The “Vince vs. The World” saga has reached a boiling point. Triple H has officially confirmed what the tabloids suspected: he is in a relationship with Stephanie McMahon.

The Chairman’s reaction was explosive. Vince, now a full-time fighter himself, has stripped Triple H of his “Top Contender” status and booked a match that is being billed as “The Father-in-Law from Hell.”

  • The Stake: If Triple H wins, he stays in the family and the title hunt. If Vince wins, Triple H is BANNED from seeing Stephanie and fired from the WWF.

[[ THE KIM-SOLO DEBUT ]]

The mysterious Kim-Solo has also issued an Extreme Rules open challenge. Unlike Kimbo, Solo is looking to prove his “Total Combat” efficiency. Word is a certain “High-Flyer” from the Mexican circuit is looking to make a name by taking him out.

[[ UPDATED OCTOBER PREVIEW ]]

Match Type Status
Undertaker vs. Mankind Extreme Rules Confirmed
Yokozuna vs. Vader Tournament Semi Confirmed
Jackie Chan vs. Erap Ladder Match Confirmed
Triple H vs. Vince McMahon Bloodline Match Confirmed
Kimbo Slice vs. TBD BMF Open Challenge URGENT

[[ ADMIN_NEIL NOTE: Erap in a ladder match at 53? That’s a bold move, even for the WWF. If he falls, it might be the end of his political career and his health! ]]