My work would get me to the next level. In wrestling lingo, all storyline action is known as a "work," while unscripted action (and, in some cases, violence) is known as a "shoot." Women's wrestling was essentially at a devastatingly low point in the WWE by the time Wrestlemania 20 rolled around, as the only other women's match on the card was a "Playboy Evening Gown" match that served as an excuse to promote an upcoming Playboy spread and mercifully ended under three minutes. After the match have Clay attack him for seemingly no reason. Afterword: Some Random Thoughts I've Had about Race, Life, and Politics 197. But professional wrestling, and WWE specifically, have long had to deal with a problematic past riddled with casual transphobia, anti-gay sentiments, and misogyny, so the booking and exhibition of "Santina" over their hard-working talent feels tasteless at best and straight-up punching down at worst. Where to Watch: You can watch this clip on WWE's YouTube Channel(skip to 20:16). With the build of a super heavyweight and the agility of a cruiserweight, Lesnar would wow audiences during his days in developmental with his use of a Shooting Star Press, a standing backflip from the top rope that was risky but incredibly impressive. Brodus Clay is a household name in the world of professional wrestling. Other topics include WWE, Vince McMahon, Dusty Rhodes, Brodus Clay, Planet Funk, The Funkasaurus gimmick, Alberto Del Rio, WrestleMania, Dana Perino, Snoop Dogg, and of course his new book Just Tyrus, A Memoir, and more. Admittedly, this moment is way more cringey knowing what we know now, but Wrestlemania 33 in Orlando turned a spotlight into their most famous real-life couple, John Cena and Nikki Bella, whose relationship had been in the public eye throughout the latter's reality series,Total Bellas. Main Photo Credit:Simon via wikipedia, CC, Red Wings Sign Jonathan Ericsson to a 6-year Extension. You fall on the stage, they'll scrap the whole thing, and you can get back [to being a monster].'" sescoops 1.5K 180 180 comments Best Add a Comment And then, in a red tracksuit and hat, came Brodus Clay, who was dancing and jiving to the music, feeling the beat as he walked to the ring. And sometimes theres nothing you can do about it., Dusty Rhodes: The American Dream, Dusty Rhodes, when he took me under his wing The reason why he took me under his wing is because my mouth was as big as his. Tyrus, formerly known as "The Funkasaurus" Brodus Clay, recently appeared as a guest on Chris Jericho's "Talk Is . With no overhead cover on the stadium, the seemingly snakebit show was essentially stalled for nearly 15 super-cringey minutes, as WWE resorts to bad improv, time-wasting updates and re-airing video packages until the weather eventually let up enough to start the show. Simpson Ford Bronco pursuit before ending the match in the arena with an incredibly offensive finale that saw Goldust stripped to women's lingerie before losing. Tyrus (Brodus Clay) reveals advice The Undertaker gave him on The Funkasaurus: "He came up to me. Reporting on what you care about. Chapter 27 Meeting Gutfeld (2014) 173. Buy song $0.99. Preview, buy, and download songs from the album Just as Funky, including "Ooh La La (feat. Where to Watch:You can watch this clip on WWE's YouTube Channel. description: in this exclusive interview wrestlezone radio's nick hausman is joined by current tna & former wwe superstar tyrus. Yet like the rest of the world, March 2020 would force WWE to flip its script, scrapping its intended major arena venue in favor of their secluded Performance Center location and reshaping a number of bouts, now in front of an audience of zero, on the fly. How do you see this coming together in the buildup to Wrestlemania? I always knew that there would come a time when the mic would fall in my hand and I would be able to show my skill set so I would be ready. It's driving me nuts that the top 3 feud's going into Wrestlemania have had almost no physical interactions. Without any context, here we go: Controversial wrestler Tyrus, previously known as Brodus Clay, was randomly rebranded as the Funkasaurus during his tenure at the WWE, given a pair of dancing valets known as the Funkadactyls, and bestowed with an over-the-top theme song "Somebody Call My Momma," which formerly belonged to a WCW wrestler named Ernest "The Cat" Miller. I needed to be aggressive. The WWE seems to be hurting for some good monster heels these days. This is a discussion on Raw 03/19/12 - Funkasaurus: In da house within the Wrestling forums. 603 likes. The real problem I had was a lack of new people entering the main events and such. Then, his theme tune began, starting what was one of the most surreal moments in Raw history. Whether that be a good or a bad moment is up to fans, but there is no denying how much of a surprise it was. 0 / 0. I wasnt a huge fan, but it was fun. Listen to the complete interview with Brodus Clay at VOCNation.com! 0. Within hours of the new Wrestlemania 36, the company's biggest star (and leukemia survivor), Roman Reigns, would drop out of the show, while big angles for The Undertaker, John Cena, and Rob Gronkowski were reworked outside of the ring entirely. Let's look back at the most uncomfortable moments on WWE's "Grandest Stage of Them All.". 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In classic WWE fashion, the promotion decided to recruit the actors Kitana Baker and Tanya Ballinger to tussle with their female performers at the biggest show of the year in the "Women's Catfight Challenge.". There are so many things you can watch onPeacockfor free, but if you want even more content, you can sign up forPeacock Premiumfor $4.99 a month orPeacock Premium Plusfor $9.99 a month after a seven-day free trial. Woods recently came to the ring to Brodus Clays theme song and accompanied by Cameron and Naomi. The Funkasaurus has walked the Earth for long enough. A Hulkster gimmick, a Scottish gimmick, the list went on. R-Truth (Little Jimmy) A gimmick that sees a wrestler pretend to have an imaginary friend is always going to be tough to get over, and it is easy to see how that would be a punishment. Operation Sports Forums > Combat Sports > Wrestling: Raw 03/19/12 - Funkasaurus: In da house User Name: Remember Me? Funkasaurus WWE WrestleMania 28 Miami 1,362 views Apr 18, 2012 2 Dislike Share Save jim varsallone (jimmyv3 channel) 11.2K subscribers Funkasaurus Brodus Clay at WWE WrestleMania 28 at Sun. I see that you are not currently registered on our forum. The former "Funkasaurus" talked about his recent release from the WWE, having his match pulled from WrestleMania 29, "If I'm not able to be out there and contribute I don't want to be there. This is a discussion on Raw 03/19/12 - Funkasaurus: In da house within the Wrestling forums. ), VIP AUDIO 11/3 Radican Worldwide with Radican & Fann (Pt. I needed to be snug. The beast known as Brodus Clay was set to make his return to the ring, with vignettes hyping it for weeks. In the ring, the trio continued dancing as Clay eccentrically finished off the performance, accompanied by fireworks from the ring posts. The audience were gobsmacked, as were the viewers watching at home as Clay danced his way to victory, calling out his own moves before hitting them whilst both looking dominant and lovable at the same time. From the Album A Night In The Park . My point of making him a serious character was related to the OP's original question - is Funkasaurus the beginning of something big. ), Powells WWE Raw Hit List: Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky vs. Asuka and Alexa Bliss for the WWE Womens Tag Team Titles, Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman, Brock Lesnar and Bobby Lashley brawl, Seth Rollins vs. Austin Theory in a non-title match, Bianca Belair vs. Nikki Cross in a non-title match, Matt Riddle vs. Otis in a Trick or Street Fight, The Miz vs. Mustafa Ali, Powells Impact Wrestling Hit List: Chelsea Green, Deonna Purrazzo, and Gisele Shaw vs. Jordynne Grace, Mickie James, and Taylor Wilde, Alan Angels vs. Trey Miguel in a tournament match for the vacant X Division Title,Joe Hendry vs. Raj Singh, Matt Cardona vs. Alex Shelley, Tasha Steelz vs. Rachelle Scheel, Powells AEW Dynamite Hit List: Jon Moxley vs. Penta El Zero Miedo for the AEW World Championship, FTR vs. Swerve Strickland and Keith Lee to become No. Funkasaurus. monitoring_string = "851cc24eadecaa7a82287c82808f23d0". And even with The Authoritys Hounds of Justice, having some extra muscle wouldnt hurt. Eric Baumgartner Funkasaurus sheet music notes and chords arranged for Educational Piano. Old Brodus Clay could do that. Like, I would do it when they put the polkadots on me. I believe Clay can be that man. (Wrestlemania 15), Roddy Piper Goes Too Far vs. Bad News Brown (Wrestlemania 6), UPI Photos / Scott R. Galvin / Courtesy Alamy. The turn is more about the shock. Main menu He is an MA Graduate from the University of Manchester, and a BA Graduate from Liverpool John Moores University, both in Creative Writing. This was a strong role for Clay, as he played a big man competitor well, despite his relative inexperience. The Great & the Funkasaurus)," "Ax Somebody (feat. However, in 2012, Brodus emerged as "The Funkasaurus." Flanked by Naomi and Cameron, Brodus was now a jovial babyface that was better suited to dance with Dude Love than win a World Championship at WrestleMania. To be honest, I didnt know what to make of it. Pro Wrestling Movie Club: The Funkasaurus Goes Extinct In 'No One Lives' . Chapter 26 Impact (2014) 169. And thats kind of what the goal of being a professional wrestler is all about. (dont get me started on that) Have him turn on someone close to him. You're devastated. May's 'WWE Magazine' (on newsstands now!) Renowned for its sheer absurdity, the Michael Cole/Jerry Lawler feud at Wrestlemania 27 is notorious as one of the worst Wrestlemania angles of all time, a conflict between two broadcast. And as hard as it was to admit, it grew on me. Acknowledgments 215. That always kind of set home with me, and its oftentimes when we do get things that dont go our way, our reaction is what people look at is the register. Eventually, the first ever Goldberg/Lesnar match (which is terrible by all accounts) would end with Goldberg getting one last win before both performers were hit with Stone Cold Stunners in the most odd moment on a show that later featured ex-governor Jesse Ventura interviewing future president Donald Trump. In the weeks prior to Wrestlemania 19, America fell under the spell of an incredibly stupid Miller Lite Superbowl commercial depicting a pair of women engaged in a destructive, sexualized fight sequence. Funkasaurus Tex is: Carlton Silver King- Drums RB Blackstone - Keyboards Mike McLean - Bass Dan Ryan - Guitar/Vocals Jane Bray - Vocals WWE must have equally found the display disrespectful, erasing it from all digital releases of Wrestlemania 14, leaving it to online bootleggers to preserve its memory. Christian and Santino are not going to fight each other at wrestlemania. On commentary, Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole were comically bewildered by what they witnessed, and it was hilarious, as Clays character was fully unexpected and out of left field. It could even lead to him Joining the Authority. He made a quick ascent, wrestling on WWE house shows before appearing on the fourth season of NXT, at a time when the brand was still a game show. Whilst he is now wrestling under the name Tyrus, winning titles in the NWA, fans will likely always remember the moment in which he emerged on WWE television under his Funkasaurus gimmick. "Hogan must pose." Twitter: @TwoManPowerTrip This would go on for three months until Clay finally made his re-debut in January 2012. Host: JP John Poz TIP TOE (feat. Discussion in 'The Wrestling Archives' started by HEELKris, Apr 4, 2012. WWE . In a moment that veers close to offensiveness but instead plows into embarrassing levels of stupidity and cringe, frequent comedy wrestler Santino Marella entered Wrestlemania 25 in disguise as his "sister," Santina, and was crowned as Miss Wrestlemania after winning a battle royale. Brock Lesnar's Shooting Star Botch (Wrestlemania 19), Mickey Rourke Drops Out and Knocks Out (Wrestlemania 25), Matt Roberts / ZUMA Press / Courtesy Alamy, Molly Holly's Shaved to Save Her Match (Wrestlemania 20), The Miller Lite Girls Bring Their Catfight IRL (Wrestlemania 19), Rain Descends Upon Wrestlemania (Wrestlemania 37), Luis Santana/Tampa Bay Times/ZUMA Wire/Alamy Live News, The Undertaker vs. While the match itself between Bobby Lashley and Umaga was praised by critics, there's no denying that Trump was woefully unprepared for the world of in-ring combat, throwing the weakest punches in the company's history before delivering the worst sell of a Stone Cold Stunner ever. Brodus Clay's repackaging in WWE looked to be giving fans a monster heel, but when he debuted, Clay was something completely different. Tyrus born as George Murdoch is an American Television Political Commentator, Actor, and Professional wrestler.He is formally known as Brodus Clay or The Funkasaurus. Megapowers vs. Bloodline storylines? His birth name is George Murdoch, though he's most widely known as "Tyrus" and formally known as Brodus Clay or The Funkasaurus. With the exception of Wrestlemania XX. The Funkasaurus, Brodus Clay, and his momma bust a move on The Grandest Stage of Them All. Where to Watch: You can watch this clip at WWE's YouTube Channel. His charisma in the role was infectious, with the crowd fully on board by the time the squash match had ended. The character, if WWE had committed to its development in the long-term, could have become an all-time great fun character, but after a while he did lose steam, unfortunately. Former WWE Superstar Brodus Clay recently spoke with Wrestling365. In addition to Brodus Clay's net worth in 2022, we've included his age, height, weight, spouse, children, biography, and other personal details. It's wrestlecrap at its purist, and the fact that we had an ex-president involved in a head-shaving angle at Wrestlemania proves that truth is indeed stranger than fiction. Dusty, rest his soul, if he was here, would take full credit for everything he did, e would literally say, you owe me a check, Brodus. The event was an unmitigated disaster, as several wrestlers (and their reputations) were injured, but if anyone came out on top, frequent tag team wrestler Bart Gunn proved himself to a force to be reckoned with among his peers. Why the hell would you want to see a joke match like that at Mania . On the January 9, 2012 episode of Raw, Cameron and Naomi made their main roster WWE debut as the dancers and valets The Funkadactyls for the returning Brodus Clay. Standing in at 6'7inches and weighing 375 pounds, Brodus Clay had the necessary looks to make it in the company as a legitimate heel, but WWE ended up putting him in the silly Funkasaurus character, which destroyed any momentum that was left in him. To enjoy Prime Music, go to Your Music Library and transfer your account to Amazon.com (US). In a moment infamously enveloped in the fog of homophobia, WWE booked Roddy Piper against "The Bizarre One" Goldust after the latter's hypersexual gimmick drove the late Razor Ramon away from their intended Wrestlemania collision. This is where creative [was] in one of those funks where they don't know what to do. I was like, Can I go to Dusty for a week or two and kind of figure it out? The Funkasaurus gimmick cannot last forever. The World's Most Entertaining Car Website. At WrestleMania, he came out to have a sort of "rest hold" segment for the crowd between a hot Jericho/Punk match and the main event. No one is believable if they do a half-assed job. I was standing in gorilla and I saw them look at the time and they were trying to figure out any possible way to get us out there. Feel free to comment below, and follow me on twitter@DeHaanoffateand the site @lastwordonsport. There are a lot of banned phrases in the WWE, most of which correlate with the personal vocabulary choices and desired branding from Vince McMahon himself. So Im very proud of as I talk in fourth person, I guess Im very proud of the very proud of the Funkusaurus and Brodus Clay.. The Undertaker wasn't a big fan of the "Funkasaurus" character from WWE's past. As he said, I painted my canvas. Excitement was at an all-time high at Wrestlemania 37 in Raymond James Stadium, WWE's first live event following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Skip to main content. Brodus Clay had become a smiling dancing fool. But that return brought forth something unexpected. IMDb is the world's most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV and celebrity content. If you're not going to bring it, then sitting around on the sidelines is not something I want to do. The spot is wide open for a vicious, behemoth heel to tear through the babyfaces, protect The Authority, and be the wall that the top faces need to get past to get to the champion. At the end of the day, the decisions would work out in the end: The Cena/Fiend match displayed WWE at their creative best while Roman Reigns' absence would fuel a stellar heel turn that revitalized his career at Summerslam 2020. Tim Allister & Graham Ginty, AKA Funkasaurus, hail from Belfast, Northern Ireland a Brodus Clay had become a smiling dancing fool. Self care and ideas to help you live a healthier, happier life. Interview available at Tmptow.podomatic.com, On his new book: Well, its really about accountability and how your reactions dictate more about you than what people say about you. I feel like Wrestlemania main events should be one on one. Because I, for one, cant wait for the next evolution of Brodus Clay. Tyrus is an Actor, Author, Professional Wrestler and Political New Commentator. Now known as one of the worst matches in Wrestlemania history, The Undertaker later spoke ill of the bout, stating, "It was bad on so many levels.". Best and worst second-generation wrestlers? Is The ''Funkasaurus'' The Start Of Something Big? Maybe thats all this was. Discover unique things to do, places to eat, and sights to see in the best destinations around the world with Bring Me! 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RELATED: Naomi's 10 Best WWE Matches, Ranked According To Dave Meltzer. Joined: Oct 7, 2009 Messages: 957 Likes Received: 834. Rappadelic & the Funkasaurus)," "The Hornies (feat. With no match on the Wrestlemania 28 card, Clay was saddled with a dance segment with a dancer in a "Momma" costume, dancing with the Funkadactyls for seemingly no reason. I take a lot of pride in having a character like that. But McMahon and Trump decided to pit themselves against one another in the "Battle of the Billionaires," an angle in which each figure would be in the corner of two wrestlers with the loser getting their head shaved. Raw 03/19/12 - Funkasaurus: In da house. Video packages began airing for Clay, which portrayed him in a scary and dominant way. Andrew Kelly is a writer from The Wirral, England. The pure shock value of his emergence as the Funkasaurus along with The Funkadactyls made for one hell of a moment. Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. You help your team get to the SuperBowl, then your coach, for some reason, doesn't call your number. DJ Eebs Moderator, Administrator admin. Where to Watch: You can watch this clip on Peacock. It never rotated around. You know, as it went down, they were fighting for every last minute . Here, in this exclusive WWE.com preview, The Funkasaurus reveals the etymology of the word "SHE-WAH!," the worst dancer in the WWE locker room, and whom he calls after a match (other than his momma). With the WWE Women's Championship about to be left off of the card entirely, WWE Hall of Famer Molly Holly went beyond the call of duty for the belt to be represented on the Grandest Stage of All, agreeing to have her head shaved in a "Belt vs. Director: Kevin Dunn | Stars: Bryan Danielson, Randy Orton, Dave Bautista, Paul Levesque. You send them away with a memory, and you want them to come right back next week. Let the coming winter be his ice age. The Funkasaurus. ), FREE PODCAST 11/3 PWTorch Dailycast Wrestling Coast to Coast: Maitland & McClelland interview PJ Hawx and Bryan Idol (aka Mercurio) to preview NWA Hard Times 3, more (95 min. On his WWE run as The Funkasaurus: When I was with Alberto [Del Rio], it was his time to shine, so it wasnt my time. However, despite promises of his impending debut, WWE kept delaying his arrival (something which would become a trope for WWE with new characters, with the likes of Emmalina, Eva Marie, and Veer undergoing the same fate). And he threw the challenge, and I accepted it. ), Chris. Or are you one dimensional and all you can do is be a heel? He was like 'Fall'. Brodus Clay will turn heel sooner or later. It was clear that he had some talents, and proved to be a suitable heavy for Del Rio upon his journey towards the World Heavyweight Championship. Have you seen any of his stuff coming up? However, Rourke soon became worried by an in-storyline confrontation between the two on Larry King Live, fearingthat the acclaimed wrestler would actually injure him in the ring. John Kelley. Biography: Bio, Education, Parents, Siblings. The match was an uncomfortable and strange experience from top to bottom, and still has critics of the event scratching their heads more than 15 years later. The Funkasaurus) - Single. 2 of 2): Will Punk be shown to be right about AEW ultimately? Songs start at $0.99. ), VIP AUDIO 11/3 The Fix w/Todd & Wade (pt. Clay initially signed with WWE developmental all the way back in 2006, but his time would be short-lived, getting released in 2008. That might be a good place to start. Related Article OTT Eighth Year Anniversary Night Two Results (10/29): Omari, Mark Haskins And Trent Seven Main Event Get personalized recommendations, and learn where to watch across hundreds of streaming providers. Plus, you have an instant feud right out the gate with Woods mentor R-Truth. Got cut off Smackdown and now didn't even make it to Raw last night. Brodus Clay's WWE Re-Debut As "The Funkasaurus" Is The Highlight Of His Career By Andrew Kelly Published Sep 22, 2022 Brodus Clay's repackaging in WWE looked to be giving fans a monster heel, but when he debuted, Clay was something completely different. 1 of 2): NJPW The Nightmare Before Rumble on 44th Street review, preview of NJPW Battle Autumn PPV, more (45 min. . Password: Legend Bowl Franchise Mode Impressions: Here's How to Make Any Player Become a Coach in NBA 2K22: WWE Superstar Brodus Clay "The Funkasaurus" Entrance at WWE RAW Wrestlemania Revenge Tour in Stuttgart on April 13th, 2012 Interested in writing for LastWordOnSports? It would be a nice stepping stone to get Clays feet wet in a new heel role. If nothing else, it would make them look more afraid of the Daniel Bryans, the CM Punks, and the John Cenas. Tyrus, Actor: Stand on It!. Contents 1 History 1.1 Developmental territories (2011-2013) 1.2 Managing Brodus Clay; Feud with The Bellas (2012-2013) 1.3 Feud with AJ Lee and Tamina Snuka (2013-2014) 1.4 Dissension and Split (2014) 2 Other media 3 In wrestling Are you so good no matter what they throw at you, you make it work? It only takes a second, and you can even login with your Facebook! Seriously, I don't even want to see a Christian/Santino match on SD. But one thing best left forgotten is the impromptu interview with ringside guest (and sitcom stalwart) Mary Tyler Moore, whose off-guard, deer-in-headlights look is matched only by her utter indifference to wrestling as a whole, though she nicely compliments the spectacle and athleticism on display. Did I complain? In addition to being a professional wrestler and actor, George Murdoch is also a political pundit, and he is regarded as one of the greatest Wrestling Entertainment superstars. In a moment aimed to bring bone-headed levity to the show, the moment would be less cringey if it didn't come at the cost of burying some of the most talented female performers on their roster, including Mickie James, Alicia Fox, the Bella Twins, Victoria, and Natalya. Here are some highlights of what Cl After defeating The Miz and his wife, Maryse, in a tag team match, John Cena dropped to his knee, addressed Nikki by her IRL name, and popped the big question in front of the crowd and the millions watching at home. Sports news, analysis, opinions, and rumors. I probably could have handled it a little better but I'm one of those guys who, when I'm frustrated, do not get vocal.". . twitter. The simple . The Jerks attend a WWE Raw house show live at Staples Center in Los Angeles where the Funkasaurus Brodus Clay reappears (with only one dancing girl! Listen to "Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast" on Spreaker. Brodus Clay Speaks Out - Funkasaurus Character, Naomi, Cameron By Staff - June 17, 2014 14 0 Brodus Clay recently spoke with Wrestling 365, here are the highlights On the Funkasaurus character: "Initially, I had spent the last 7-8 months to the better part of a year training with the idea that I was One such gimmick was when Brodus Clay was repackaged as a fun-loving dancing character dubbed as The Funkasaurus. Tyrus was born on February 21, 1980, in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.He is an American citizen who belongs to Mixed (Black & White) ethnicity. Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > HEELKris Ryback Rules. Reddit's largest professional wrestling community. With a year of frustration with The Authority, Daniel Bryan seeks to win it all on the grandest stage of them all, Bray Wyatt looks to get into John Cena's head and Brock Lesnar does the unthinkable. Chapter 30 Closing Thoughts 193. Chapter 25 WrestleMania 29 163. You're disappointed. facebook. My point was that he wont be big as a comedic character. Repackaging him as a solo star instead of a bodyguard seemed to be the natural progression for him, with him certainly being capable of standing on his own two feet as a dominant heel. For instance, when he made his re-debut as The Funkasaurus, it was by far the best part of his WWE career. Holly and her opponent, Victoria, put on a solid five-minute match, but sadly followed with an extended head-shaving segment that was as degrading and uncomfortable as it sounds. He got on his cell phone, called his "mama" and out came a black woman in a sundress and . I mean heck, Big Show went through a phase where he came to the ring in a different gimmick every match. In one fall swoop, WWE not only undermined the burgeoning popularity of its top hero and top villain, but doubled down on the worn-out popularity of a talent that would be working for their top rival one year later, which feels all the more surreal when happening in daylight at Caesar's Palace. In the late 1990s, the WWE experimented with real boxing with their MMA/boxing competition "The Brawl for All," in which their wrestlers faced one another in real, unsanctioned fist fights. Your Amazon Music account is currently associated with a different marketplace. Instead of the monster who had been watching the back of Alberto Del Rio, we got the only known inhabitant of Planet Funk. You hate to be on the receiving end of it. With a reluctant onscreen green light from a visibly annoyed Hart, Hulk Hogan enters the ring and defeats Yokozuna for the championship to a confused and underwhelming response from those in attendance. 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