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Brian Pillman defeated Jushin "Thunder" Liger in the first match in WCW Nitro history.0 D( L- T+ l( U, i- U \; i0 ]/ C4 c$ }
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Ric Flair and Sting renewed their epic rivalry in the Mall of America for the historic show.
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The match ended in controversy as Arn Anderson interjected himself into the proceedings.
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WCW Champion Hulk Hogan took on Big Bubba Rogers in the main event.2 x6 L" |& }7 V/ J8 {' Q
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Hogan was then attacked by The Dungeon of Doom ...
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