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Gabbin’ With Oof: Memories of WWE SummerSlam ahead of the 2026 event

J.J. Williams

In this episode of Gabbin’ With Oof, Oofman and his guest Dave discuss their memories of WWE SummerSlam ahead of the 2026 event. The pair share personal highlights and reflect on how past booking decisions compare to current WWE storylines.

Key Discussion Points:

* SummerSlam 1992 (4:31): Dave highlights the Intercontinental Championship match between Bret Hart and The British Bulldog at Wembley Stadium as a standout memory, specifically noting the electric atmosphere of the 80,000-person crowd.
* SummerSlam 1993 (10:06): Oofman identifies this event as a “blunder,” discussing how the company missed an opportunity to crown Lex Luger as a champion, drawing a parallel to recent frustrations regarding Oba Femi and Roman Reigns (15:02).
* SummerSlam 1994 (28:07): Oofman reflects on the steel cage match between brothers Bret Hart and Owen Hart, which he considers one of the best matches in the history of the event.
* SummerSlam 1997 (41:20): The hosts recall the 1997 show in Jersey, discussing Stone Cold Steve Austin’s injury during his match with Owen Hart and the Undertaker vs. Bret Hart main event, which served as a precursor to the Montreal Screwjob.
* Reflections on Modern Booking (50:42): Throughout the episode, the hosts debate the importance of “pulling the trigger” on promising stars like Oba Femi, comparing the current landscape to the rise of Brock Lesnar in 2002 (33:33).

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