Post by CandyKANE on Feb 12, 2003 10:01:25 GMT -5
Press Release Source: World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
The Rock vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan Rematch and the Return of Stone Cold Steve Austin at WWE No Way Out on February 23
Tuesday February 11, 4:35 pm ET
The Legends Return at WWE No Way Out Live on Pay-Per-View
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 11, 2003--The Rock®, Hollywood Hulk Hogan(TM), and Stone Cold Steve Austin(TM), three of the greatest superstars in World Wrestling Entertainment(TM) history, will all return to the ring live on Pay-Per-View at WWE(TM) No Way Out® on Sunday, February 23, 2003. The event will be broadcast live from Montreals Bell Centre.
Its been nearly 11 months since The Rock defeated Hogan at WrestleMania® X8 in front of a record-setting crowd of 68,237 at Torontos SkyDome. Now, after a sixth month hiatus to film his new movie Helldorado, The Rock returns to WWE to face Hulk Hogan once again in an epic rematch. Three weeks ago, Hogan returned to WWE SmackDown!(TM) (UPN/Thursdays/8:00pm ET) after a six-month absence following a brutal loss to Brock Lesnar(TM). While Hogan initially challenged Mr. McMahon(TM), the Chairman of WWE recently announced that The Rock would be a more suitable opponent at WWE No Way Out, quickly putting an end to the dream match-up between The Hulkster and the man who created him...for now.
WWE No Way Out will also mark the return of Stone Cold Steve Austin who abruptly walked out on WWE in June 2002. At the time, rumors swirled regarding his departure. WWE highlighted the struggle on WWE Confidential(TM) and The Rock made a special appearance on RAW (The New TNN/Mondays/9:00pm ET) after Stone Colds departure to rally the troops and the fans. However, over the last eight months, The Rattlesnake(TM) remained silent...until now. The February issue of RAW Magazine features a cover story by Stone Cold Steve Austin entitled The Stone Cold Truth. The article is an eye-opening account detailing Stone Colds side of the story, including his recent troubles with his wife and former WWE Superstar, Debra. On-air, Eric Bischoff(TM), General Manager of RAW, invited Stone Cold Steve Austin back to RAW in an effort to save his job and strengthen the RAW roster. Last night on RAW, ending weeks of speculation, Stone Cold Steve Austin accepted the invite giving Bischoff a last minute reprieve from the unemployment line. However, he wont be showing up at WWE No Way Out as the General Manager of Raw, instead Mr. McMahon ordered him to compete against Stone Cold Steve Austin.
Tickets for the live event in Montreal are available at the Box Office and area Admission outlets. Charge-by-phone by calling (514) 790-1245 or (800) 361-4595.
The Rock vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan Rematch and the Return of Stone Cold Steve Austin at WWE No Way Out on February 23
Tuesday February 11, 4:35 pm ET
The Legends Return at WWE No Way Out Live on Pay-Per-View
STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 11, 2003--The Rock®, Hollywood Hulk Hogan(TM), and Stone Cold Steve Austin(TM), three of the greatest superstars in World Wrestling Entertainment(TM) history, will all return to the ring live on Pay-Per-View at WWE(TM) No Way Out® on Sunday, February 23, 2003. The event will be broadcast live from Montreals Bell Centre.
Its been nearly 11 months since The Rock defeated Hogan at WrestleMania® X8 in front of a record-setting crowd of 68,237 at Torontos SkyDome. Now, after a sixth month hiatus to film his new movie Helldorado, The Rock returns to WWE to face Hulk Hogan once again in an epic rematch. Three weeks ago, Hogan returned to WWE SmackDown!(TM) (UPN/Thursdays/8:00pm ET) after a six-month absence following a brutal loss to Brock Lesnar(TM). While Hogan initially challenged Mr. McMahon(TM), the Chairman of WWE recently announced that The Rock would be a more suitable opponent at WWE No Way Out, quickly putting an end to the dream match-up between The Hulkster and the man who created him...for now.
WWE No Way Out will also mark the return of Stone Cold Steve Austin who abruptly walked out on WWE in June 2002. At the time, rumors swirled regarding his departure. WWE highlighted the struggle on WWE Confidential(TM) and The Rock made a special appearance on RAW (The New TNN/Mondays/9:00pm ET) after Stone Colds departure to rally the troops and the fans. However, over the last eight months, The Rattlesnake(TM) remained silent...until now. The February issue of RAW Magazine features a cover story by Stone Cold Steve Austin entitled The Stone Cold Truth. The article is an eye-opening account detailing Stone Colds side of the story, including his recent troubles with his wife and former WWE Superstar, Debra. On-air, Eric Bischoff(TM), General Manager of RAW, invited Stone Cold Steve Austin back to RAW in an effort to save his job and strengthen the RAW roster. Last night on RAW, ending weeks of speculation, Stone Cold Steve Austin accepted the invite giving Bischoff a last minute reprieve from the unemployment line. However, he wont be showing up at WWE No Way Out as the General Manager of Raw, instead Mr. McMahon ordered him to compete against Stone Cold Steve Austin.
Tickets for the live event in Montreal are available at the Box Office and area Admission outlets. Charge-by-phone by calling (514) 790-1245 or (800) 361-4595.