10 Things You Learn From Watching 1997 On The WWE Network
2. One Night Only Had Better In-Ring Quality Than SummerSlam 1992
Despite the fact that the SummerSlam 1997 match was superior, Bret Hart vs. The Undertaker was still quite the encounter at One Night Only. Held on September 20, the UK-only pay-per-view was presented via SKY Box Office for customers on British soil. All things considered, it was a solid and enjoyable return to the UK for the promotion.
Not quite on the same scale as the mighty SummerSlam 1992, One Night Only was nonetheless a better card from an in-ring perspective. Back in '92, Hart and The British Bulldog had been joined by The Ultimate Warrior and Randy Savage in producing gold. In 1997, no less than 5 matches rocked the NEC in Birmingham, England.
'Taker vs. Bret Hart, Owen Hart vs. Vader, Triple H vs. Dude Love and The Legion Of Doom vs. The Godwinns (surprisingly) are all worthy of attention. Even with the disappointing finish of a heel win, Shawn Michaels vs. The British Bulldog for the WWF European Title also has some sparkling moments.
Flying under the radar, One Night Only may be easily dismissed as a glorified house show to some. That would be a mistake, it's a genuine hidden gem on the WWE Network.