EXCLUSIVE: 2 New WWE Network Collections Set For Tomorrow; Hall of Famer and Historic ECW PPV Profiled

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In Another WWE Network News exclusive, we can once again reveal full details for two WWE Network collections set for tomorrow, Monday, April 3rd!

The first is Edge: You Think You Know Me? which as you may have guessed, covers the career of the “Ultimate Opportunist” from beginning to end! Let’s begin with the official synopsis:

You think you know Edge? Think again. Take a look back at the WWE Hall of Famer’s greatest moments with this WWE Network Collection. From his early days in The Brood and teaming with Christian, to scandalous relations with Lita and Vickie Guerrero, and epic confrontations with Kurt Angle, Matt Hardy, Mick Foley, John Cena, The Undertaker and more. As one of the most successful champions in WWE history, The Rated-R Superstar carved a path all his own and always left the WWE Universe wanting more!

And of course, we have the complete collection listing, with descriptions included:

WCW Pro 02/03/1996 – A Striking Debut
Before Edge would light up the WWE Universe, Damon Striker looked to make a name for himself in WCW by going one-on-one with Meng. WWF 11/10/1997 – Just Like Brothers
With his big break as Edge still months away, Adam Copeland showcased his ability in a match against his longtime friend, Christian Cage. Raw 06/22/1998 – Tortured Soul
The WWE Universe is introduced to a truly tortured soul when Edge makes his debut against Jose Estrada. Raw 10/26/1998 – Bound by Blood
Edge’s days of roaming the streets alone come to an end when he joins Christian and Gangrel to form The Brood.

King of the Ring 2000 – Tag Team Success
Edge and Christian continue to impress when they compete against four teams for the WWE Tag Team Championship.

No Mercy 2000 – Cunning Disguises
Edge and Christian disguise themselves as Los Conquistadores to challenge The Hardy Boyz for the WWE Tag Team Championship.

Edge: A Decade of Decadence – For the Benefit of Those…
Take a look at one of the most memorable aspects of Edge and Christian’s tenure as a tag team combination, the 5-Second Pose.

King of the Ring 2001 – To Become King
In the Finals of the King of the Ring Tournament, Edge goes one-on-one with the former king, Kurt Angle.

No Mercy 2001 – No Mercy Between Brothers
Edge and Christian’s brotherhood is put to the ultimate test in a Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship.

SmackDown 05/30/2002 – Rage in a Cage
Edge steps inside the confines of a steel cage to go one-on-one with Kurt Angle.

SmackDown 07/04/2002 – A Union Made in America
On a July 4th edition of SmackDown, Edge and Hulk Hogan unite to challenge Billy and Chuck for the WWE Tag Team Titles.

SmackDown 09/26/2002 – The Burn of Latino Heat
Edge battles Eddie Guerrero in a No Disqualification Match.

Raw 02/28/2005 – Putting HBK on Notice
Edge looks to make a statement when he battles The Heartbreak Kid Shawn Michaels in a Street Fight.

Raw 10/03/2005 – To the Victor Go the Spoils
Edge looks to put his extremely personal rivalry with Matt Hardy to rest in a ‘Loser Leaves WWE’ Ladder Match.

New Year’s Revolution 2006 – The Ultimate Opportunist
Edge cashes in his Money in the Bank contract on a battered and bloodied John Cena for the WWE Championship.

Raw 01/09/2006 – More Than Rated-R
Edge shows everyone that he is much more than just The Rated-R Superstar by hosting a ‘Live Sex Celebration’ with Lita.

Raw 01/16/2006 – The Dirtiest Player in the Game?
Edge looks to end the legendary career of Ric Flair by taking on The Nature Boy in a TLC Match.

WrestleMania 22 – Blood, Sweat, and Burning Tables
The intense rivalry between Edge and Mick Foley comes to an unforgettable climax in a Hardcore Match.

Raw 11/13/2006 – Rated-RKO
The alliance of Randy Orton and Edge looks for glory by challenging Ric Flair and Rowdy Roddy Piper for the World Tag Team Titles.

Vengeance 2007 – A Final Opportunity
At a true Night of Champions, Batista receives his last chance at reclaiming the World Heavyweight Title from Edge.

SmackDown 07/18/2008 – Love, Honor, and Obey?
The sounds of wedding bells ringing for the marital union of Edge and Vickie Guerrero are silenced by Triple H.

SummerSlam 2008 – Hell Hath No Fury
Edge reluctantly enters Hell in a Cell to face The Undertaker on the orders of his former love interest, Vickie Guerrero.

Raw 09/27/2010 – Smashing Authority
After being forced by the Anonymous RAW General Manager to battle John Cena, Edge decides to end his unidentified nemesis.

WrestleMania XXVII – The Edge of Glory
In his final match on The Grandest Stage of Them All, Edge defends the World Heavyweight Title against Alberto Del Rio.

SmackDown 04/15/2011 – Goodbye Too Soon
In an emotional farewell address, Edge announces his untimely retirement from in-ring competition to the WWE Universe.

WWE Hall of Fame 2012 – An R-Rated Induction
Edge’s storied career is immortalized when The Rated-R Superstar is inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2012.

Obviously, the real points of interest here are the early gems not already available on the WWE Network. However, it’s also impossible to argue that this is quite the robust, career-spanning playlist. Of course, there are always subjective omissions when you boil a wrestler down to a finite number of moments, so feel free to let us know what you think should have been included in the comments section below!
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And secondly, we have something a little different for our next offering. ECW Barely Legal Revisited, is closer to a deconstruction of the historic first ECW pay-per-view and looks to highlight the key moments that brought the show to its final form. As per the official synopsis:
In 1997, the landscape of sports entertainment changed forever when ECW presented its first pay-per-view, Barely Legal. This WWE Network Collection revisits the rivalries that headlined the ground-breaking event. From a heated grudge match between Taz and Sabu, to a Three-Way Dance featuring Terry Funk, Stevie Richards, and The Sandman, with the winner facing Raven for the ECW Championship. Relive the chaotic confrontations and memorable moments that led to ECW Barely Legal.
And once again, here is an official collection listing with descriptions included:
Hardcore TV 11/02/1996 – Sabu Fears Taz?
After making an example out of Scorpio, Taz sends an unmistakable message to Sabu. November to Remember 1996 – Ask and You Shall Receive
Taz’s constant attempts to goad Sabu into a confrontation finally receive an answer. Hardcore TV 11/26/1996 – Taz Tells His Side of the Story
To enlighten everyone about his motivations in targeting Sabu, Taz tells his side of their rivalry. Hardcore TV 12/23/1996 – Eliminating Sabu
In an effort to get the better of his rival, Taz lures Sabu into an assault by The Eliminators.

Hardcore TV 02/18/1997 – Casualties of War
In an attempt to provoke another violent reprisal from Sabu, Taz targets Rob Van Dam.

Hardcore TV 03/12/1997 – Sabu Takes the Kill
Sabu looks to turn up the heat in his rivalry with Taz by stealing The War Machine’s ‘kill’.

Hardcore TV 03/15/1997 – Turning the Tables
When Sabu calls out Taz, it is Bill Alfonso that suffers the wrath of The War Machine’s rival.

Hardcore TV 03/31/1997 – Taz Protects His Investment
Taz looks to keep his investment safe by ensuring that the only man able to hurt Sabu is The War Machine himself.

Barely Legal 1997 – Calm Before the Storm
Just before they battle each other in the ‘Grudge Match of the Century’, Taz and Sabu come face-to-face.

Barely Legal 1997 – Grudge Match of the Century
The heated rivalry between Taz and Sabu explodes in the ‘Grudge Match of the Century’ at ECW’s first Pay-Per-View.

Hardcore TV 01/07/1997 – Raven’s Wish, Sandman’s Desire
In an effort to reclaim his property, Raven demands that The Sandman return the ECW Championship.

Hardcore TV 01/14/1997 – Bad Eggs in Raven’s Nest
In the midst of a violent confrontation with The Sandman, Raven’s closest allies turn on his leadership.

CyberSlam 1997 – Enter Sandman
The Sandman seizes his opportunity to become the new Number One Contender to challenge Raven for the ECW Championship.

Hardcore TV 03/04/1997 – Stand Up and Fight
Raven’s constant rhetoric is put to the test when he is confronted and challenged by Terry Funk.

Hardcore TV 03/12/1997 – Quote The Raven!
After announcing his intentions for the ECW Championship, Stevie Richards’ attempts to break free from Raven’s abuses fail.

Hardcore TV 03/17/1997 – The Stage is Set
Raven’s days as ECW Champion are numbered after the competitors in a 3-Way Dance for a shot at his title are named.

Hardcore TV 03/24/1997 – Tensions Rise
Tensions on the road to Barely Legal rise when The Sandman and Tommy Dreamer look to save Terry Funk from an assault.

Hardcore TV 03/31/1997 – A Road Paved with Violence
Stevie Richards makes his presence felt when Tommy Dreamer and Terry Funk team up to take on Shane Douglas and Raven.

Hardcore TV 03/31/1997 – Quote The Funker!
Things take a violent turn when Raven is cornered in the locker room by Terry Funk.

Barely Legal 1997 – Stevie’s Motivations
Before taking to the ring in the hopes of capturing the ECW Championship, Stevie Richards explains his motivations.

Barely Legal 1997 – This is the Dance!
The winner of a 3-Way Dance between Stevie Richards, Terry Funk, and The Sandman challenges Raven for the ECW Title.

Once again, there’s not much new content here (other than the pleasant surprises of November to Remember 1996 and Cyberslam 1997) but this seems like an interesting way of encapsulating the build to iconic shows. Is this a concept you’d like to see applied to other promotions? You know the drill, leave a comment!
As a final reminder, both of these collections will land on the WWE Network tomorrow, Monday, April 3rd!

 

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