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I think there's always something about WWE pay-per-views whenever they're hosted in Canada. Naturally when WrestleMania takes place in Canada you're in for a first-class show and outside of that, I've always found that WWE events in Canada really bring out the best in the WWE wrestlers/performers, creating so many classic moments that defy time.
And in the case of Unforgiven 2006, it can't be any truer. This was easily one of the best pay-per-views of 2006. It delivered everything it promised and made for a truly unforgettable night.
Intercontinental Championship Match
Johnny Nitro (Championmore… w/Melina) vs. Jeff Hardy
The WWE was without Jeff Hardy for too long, and it's so great to see him back. Both Hardy and Nitro give a good showing here. Although this is undeniably flawed, the chemistry and signs of potential are here, and would naturally turn into a great rivalry over the following months. Solid opener. (7/10)
Kane vs. Umaga (w/Armando Alejandro Estrada)
Finally Umaga was given a rivalry to show what he's really capable of. Finally Kane was given a feud and an opponent that does him justice. This is basically a slugfest between two giants but it's one that's pulled off quite nicely. Very decent. By the way, Armando is one of the best managers I've ever seen. (7/10)
World Tag Team Championship Match
Spirit Squad (Champions) vs. The Highlanders
I could NEVER stand the Spirit Squad. As well as having a truly annoying gimmick, they did absolutely NOTHING with the tag titles and it was about FOUR MONTHS after they won the belts that they actually started defending them! The Highlanders on the other hand, are a talented and very likeable team who should have been given the opportunity they deserved. This match is okay but is spoilt by the wrong team winning (Guess who!). Ah, well. Maybe one day the Highlanders will get their break. (6/10)
2-on-3 Hell in a Cell Match
D-Generation X vs. The McMahons & Big Show
It's so hard to put on classic Hell in a Cell matches these days. Probably because HBK, Taker and Foley set such a high standard. Regardless, like all Hell in a Cells, this one is bloody, brutal and very violent. While far from being one of the best, this particular Hell in a Cell is one of the finest I've seen in a long time. The handicap format works very well indeed. D-X shows why they're kings of the Cell, the McMahons perform very well, and the Big Show truly impresses. Horrifying, yet compelling at the same time. (8/10)
Women's Championship Match
Lita (Champion) vs. Trish Stratus
Thank you, Trish. For revolutionising the women's division and its championship in a way no-one else has. You will always be missed. A beautiful swansong that will forever remind us what the WWE has lost. Easily one of the finest women's matches I've ever seen. Trish goes out with a bang and Lita deserves praise, too, for giving an emotional story. A legendary end to an awesome career and rivalry. Bret Hart must be proud. (7/10)
Carlito vs. Randy Orton
We've seen both these guys compete in some awesome matches, yet it's disappointing that this only turns out above average. Don't get me wrong. This is another solid encounter on what is an awesome show but this match is a bit slow at times and suffers from the lack of a real storyline. Nonetheless entertaining with a finish that is both well-executed and has infinite replay value. (7/10)
WWE Championship TLC Match
Edge (Champion) vs. John Cena
This is what made it all official. Edge was the best wrestler of 2006, Cena vs. Edge was the best feud of the year and Cena could always deliver in big match situations. Awesome story-telling and the high-point of the Cena/Edge feud. Full of high-spots and excitement. Why there were still people who hated Cena after this I have no idea. Match of the night and one of 2006's best. (9/10)
Extras-wise, the DVD disappoints. There's only four and three of them are rather `meh', I found. They focus on the road to the Hell in a Cell, meaning more of the McMahon/D-X rivalry, including a very poor HHH/Vince McMahon bout that degenerates into chaos. The only extra that I enjoyed was an emotional farewell interview with Trish Stratus.
But at the end of the day, the extras don't really mean anything, as they detract absolutely nothing from the pay-per-view itself. Unforgiven 2006 will more than please any wrestling fan, as it boasts a classically awesome main event, a brutal Hell in a Cell and an emotional farewell to the greatest Women's Champion/wrestler ever. All the other matches earn their keep, making this a great and unforgettable show. Purchase!
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