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It was recently announced that the
longest running tournament in Australian wrestling would change
format in 2007. No longer would the finals be held at
RE-AWAKENING.
This year the tournament would be shortened to a four man single
elimination tournament to take place at Evolution. The winner
will not only have his name added to the Invitational trophy but
will also receive a shot at the EPW championship in 2007.
The first two names were announced as Shane Haste & 2004
Invitational Tournament winner, Richter.
This left two places to be filled by the EPW Board of Directors.
After a lengthy discussion, one of the final places was offered
to the ‘New Sensation of Australian wrestling’, AZ Vegara.
Despite suffering a loss to Chris Vice at the last show,
officials decided that AZ had impressed them enough in the past
12 months and argued that this may be what he needs to shoot him
to stardom in EPW.
The last spot was debated heavily as many names were thrown
forward into the mix. Before a decision could be made, a big
name in Australian wrestling contacted the Board and demanded to
be a part of the tournament. EPW officials were stunned to hear
from this man but honoured his wish nonetheless. The final spot
will see a huge name return to Explosive Pro Wrestling for the
first time since 2004.
Melbourne wrestling veteran, Spike Steele will return to the
scene of the crime as he attempts to erase the painful memories
of his last visit to Western Australia. Longtime fans will
remember that Spike had his wrist broken in a semi final in the
2004 Invitational Tournament. His opponent that night was
Richter.
It appears as if EPW officials are trying to stir the pot a
little as Richter & Spike find themselves facing each other in
the first semi. That means that Shane Haste will face off
against AZ Vegara in the other semi. The semi finals are due to
be held on May 4th while the final will be held May 5th.
It looks as if the Invitational Tournament will be even bigger
and better than any previous year. Evolution here we come! |
