On August 16, 1985 AWA’s “Wrestling For A Cure” show took place in front of 5,000 fans at Northeastern University’s Matthews Arena in Boston, Massachusetts and aired live on WCVB Channel 5 in the Boston area. The show was a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The matches were called by Eddie Andelman and Killer Kowalski and the show was hosted by Lee Webb with backstage interviews conducted by Mike Lynch. Take a look back as AWA World Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors (Hawk & Anim

In this video, we dive deep into the history of the American Wrestling Association (AWA), one of the most influential wrestling promotions of all time. From its rise in the 1960s under Verne Gagne to its memorable champions like Rick Martel and Nick Bockwinkel, we explore key events, title changes, and the legendary talent that defined the AWA. We also take a look at the tag team division with teams like Jerry Blackwell & Ken Patera, and the impact of the iconic Road Warriors. Plus, we discuss t

41 years ago today, the AWA showed it still had drawing power, despite major talent losses to the surging WWF, including Hulk Hogan. On Christmas night, over 13,000 fans packed the arena in St. Paul for a stacked holiday card! • AWA World Champion Rick Martel defeated “Gorgeous” Jimmy Garvin by DQ • The AWA Tag Team Champion Road Warriors and The Fabulous Ones went to a no contest • King Kong Brody & The Masked Superstar beat Greg Gagne & Jerry Blackwell • A young Curt Hennig scored a huge upset

On August 16, 1985 AWA’s “Wrestling For A Cure” show took place in front of 5,000 fans at Northeastern University’s Matthews Arena in Boston, Massachusetts and aired live on WCVB Channel 5 in the Boston area. The show was a benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The matches were called by Eddie Andelman and Killer Kowalski and the show was hosted by Lee Webb with backstage interviews conducted by Mike Lynch. Take a look back as AWA World Tag Team Champions The Road Warriors (Hawk & Anim