ESTEVAN — Wrestling may not be for everyone, but for die-hard fans, the Estevan Legion was the place to be on Aug. 18.
The Canadian Wrestling Elite (CWE) once again delivered a high-energy show, with about 150 fans packing the venue — so many that extra chairs had to be brought in.
The evening opened with “Crazy MoFO” CAM!!ikaze facing Ronnie Attitude. Attitude started strong, but with the crowd rallying behind CAM!!ikaze, it didn’t take long for him to land a dropkick and a power slam before sealing the win with a top-rope move.
Next up, Mastermind Kevin Cannon took on Edward Wild in his debut match. Fans quickly sided with Wild, taunting Cannon with chants of “chicken.” Despite the crowd support, Cannon dominated with heavy blows and a boot to the face, taking the three count.
Danny “Hot Shot” Duggan riled up the audience by entering the ring with an American flag, declaring that “Trump was just going to take Canada.” He faced off against crowd favourite “Crude Oil” Cody Mac in a grudge match. Despite Mac’s effort, Duggan claimed the victory.
A tag-team match followed with WWE veteran Brian Kendrick and “The Zombie Killer” Mentallo against CWE Canadian champion “Chizzled” Chad Daniels and “Canadian Rottweiler” Kash. Fans quickly turned on Daniels after he told them to “keep quiet.” The match turned chaotic when Duggan and Cannon interfered, double-teaming Kendrick. In the end, the bout ended in a disqualification loss for Daniels and Kash.
Kendrick, who wrestled for WWE on and off for 11 years, began his career 26 years ago and now competes on the independent circuit. He said CWE’s 17-day “Cruel Summer Tour” has been one of the most mentally and physically demanding stretches of his career. Estevan was their fifth night on the road.
The Hardcore match saw “The Pitbull” Robbie Royce battle “The Headliner” Shaun Martens with chains, garbage can lids and steel chairs. Fans jeered as Martens pleaded for them to stop booing, which only made the crowd louder. Royce pinned Martens for the win.
The finale was an eight-man tag team match with Duggan, Daniels, Kash and Cannon facing Kendrick, Wild and Mac, with no fourth teammate announced. Duggan taunted his opponents until an injured Mentallo came to their aid, securing the three count and the victory.
The crowd stayed loud and engaged throughout the night. During breaks and before the show, wrestlers mingled with fans, signing autographs and selling merchandise. The evening ended with a meet-and-greet at the Tower Café.
