>>12363885Somehow The Outsiders don’t headline or co-headline another PPV together until Slamboree 1998 which was up 50% from 97. The last PPV the Outsiders can be considered co-headlining together was World War 3 98 where they were scheduled for a match as part of their post-breakup feud. A potential reunion had been teased via Nash walking out of their PPV match the month before and tension growing between Hall, Hogan, and Bischoff in various segments leading up to the event. On the night of the event Bischoff had the black and white turn on Hall before his scheduled match with Nash, who then ran out to save Hall. Scott Hall then attempted to defend his World War 3 win from 97 in the battle royal which was won by Nash. World War 3 98 was up over 30% from 97.
Some may argue that Hogan’s heel turn would have had similar success without Hall and Nash involved. While that’s possible, I find it difficult to believe that Hogan joining the Dungeon of Doom would have had the same impact or longevity. Instead, the Outsiders were such a hot act Hogan decided to attach himself to them. In addition to their impressive PPV numbers (which they proved capable of achieving without Hogan being involved), their clear influence on WCW’s remarkable turnaround and the peaks it reached gives them a solid case for positive historical significance. Even though The Outsiders weren’t together long their drawing record and impact on the industry make them strong Hall of Fame candidates.
