Posted October 10, 201411 yr comment_5632295 The Busters really make the Rockers fight for their shine. The Busters are true generals. It seemed they set things up with the payoff 3 moves later. The double Japanese arm drags/dropkick was well done. Seeing Jannetty fight his way out of the corner was good. I loved Arn's stiff shoulder block to Shawn that brings Tully in just to talk shit was great. The clothesline on the floor was a great way to set up the heat was great. They beat on Shawn was well done. It looks like the Rockers are going to pull it off, but no the Busters cheat behind the refs back.
May 31, 2025May 31 comment_6030597 The Brainbusters vs. The Rockers (Philly 12/17/88) - There’s a weird interview with Kal Rudman before the match hyping the Rockers. Very similar to the other two starting off but nice spot where Marty is caught in the corner and punches his way out and they end up in a standoff. Great spot where Tully offers his hand, Shawn shakes and then Sweet Chin Music. Outside, Shawn chases Tully who ducks and Arn takes Shawn’s head off with a lariat. Shawn tries to fight back to the inside but as he attempts a sunset flip, Tully tags Arn and takes him out. You know this is Philly because when the Busters turn the crowd to show they tagged, the crowd supports the Busters story. Heel fans through and through. Arn counters a hot tag with the nasty Manhattan drop. More momentum and Arn kills it with the best spinebuster ever on Shawn. Shawn gets the hot tag to Marty. Same ending as always but no Arn holding the leg. SOLID NOMINATION - I think this is my favorite of the 3 with Boston 1//89 in second. - (ON THE DRIVE, THIS IS LISTED AS LA. THIS IS NOT LA. HEENAN MENTIONS PHILLY ON COMMENTARY) - (THIS IS PHILADELPHIA 12/17/88)