Match #1: (#16) The Hurricane vs. (#9) Bret "The Hitman" Hart | One on One | King of the Ring Quarterfinals
In an unlikely quarter-final clash, the #16 seed Hurricane aimed for another upset against the seasoned #9 seed, Bret Hart. The match kicked off with mind games as Hurricane playfully offered a handshake, only to snatch it away, infuriating the Hitman. Hart's initial aggression granted him the upper hand, but a moment of over-eagerness proved costly as he missed a diving move. Seizing the opportunity, Hurricane turned the tide entirely in his favor. With incredible resilience and a superhero's determination, Hurricane unleashed a thunderous Superman Punch and sealed the deal with his signature Vertebreaker. The upset was complete as Hurricane soared into the semi-finals, leaving Bret Hart stunned and the audience in awe of the underdog's triumph.
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Winner: The Hurricane by pinfall.
Match #2: (#13) Scott Steiner vs. (#12) Goldberg | One on One | King of the Ring Quarterfinals
In a clash of WCW titans, the #13 seed Scott Steiner faced off against the #12 seed Goldberg in a highly anticipated quarter-final bout. Both men, coming off impressive victories over Brock Lesnar and Batista, brought their A-game. The intensity peaked as they exchanged thunderous finishers, with each kicking out of the other's devastating move. The crowd was on the edge of their seats as the WCW icons pushed their limits. In a dramatic turn, Scott Steiner summoned his iconic Steinbreaker, proving to be the decisive maneuver that secured his victory. Steiner emerged victorious, earning a coveted spot in the semi-finals of the King of the Ring tournament.
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Winner: Scott Steiner by pinfall.
Match #3: (#2) Undertaker vs. (#10) Eddie Guerrero | One on One | King of the Ring Quarterfinals
In a David vs. Goliath encounter, the #2 seed, The Undertaker, asserted his dominance over the resilient #10 seed, Eddie Guerrero. The Deadman unleashed his signature Chokeslams, not once but twice, yet Guerrero miraculously kicked out, displaying incredible tenacity. Undertaker, undeterred, sought to cinch the victory with the Hell's Gate submission, but Guerrero cunningly reached the ropes, narrowly escaping the clutches of the supernatural hold. The climax arrived as Undertaker attempted to seal the match with the Tombstone Piledriver, but in a surprising twist, Guerrero executed a swift reversal into a schoolboy roll-up pin. The underdog stole the victory, earning a spot in the semi-finals against all odds.
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Winner: Undertaker by pinfall.
Main Event: (#14) John Cena vs. (#6) Kurt Angle | One on One | King of the Ring Quarterfinals
In a hard-fought quarter-final bout, the #14 seed, John Cena, faced early adversity against the #6 seed, Kurt Angle. Despite being schooled in the initial stages, Cena rallied back with determination. A Five Knuckle Shuffle attempt turned into a critical turning point as Angle countered it, prompting their brawl to spill outside the ring. Upon returning to the squared circle, Angle shocked the audience by executing Cena's own F-U on him, but the resilient Cena kicked out at one. Infuriated, Cena unleashed his frustration, intensifying the battle. When the opportunity arose, Cena hit Angle with a surprising Angle Slam, securing the upset victory. Yet, echoing his ruthless streak from the previous round, Cena wasn't content with just the win. Post-match, he launched a vicious assault on Angle, slamming him with an F-U onto the unforgiving steel steps, leaving a battered Angle in his wake. The unexpected victory and post-match attack showcased Cena's relentless aggression as he advanced to the semi-finals in the King of the Ring tournament.
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Winner: John Cena by pinfall.