By Silverback, PWG Staff Writer
Fans have been speculating about the rules for the 2006 Battle of Los Angeles tournament, and more specifically, the format of the tournament finals. To put the issue to rest, we offer our latest tournament update:In order to advance in the 2006 Battle of Los Angeles tournament, a competitor must win via Pinfall, Submission, Count Out, or Disqualification. Competitors will receive a 20 count outside of the ring, and standard disqualification rules apply (repeated warnings by the referee, use of foreign objects, etc.) If time expires without a winner, the match will be ruled a draw, and neither competitor will advance in the tournament.
All first round matches will have a 30 minute time limit.
All second round matches will have a 45 minute time limit.
All semifinal matches will have a 60 minute time limit.
The tournament final will have no time limit, and will be held under elimination rules. The winner of that match will be crowned 2006 Battle of Los Angeles champion.
With those rules in mind, PWG Commissioner Dino Winwood has some updates for a couple of the tournament matches. First, for the opening round match between Frankie Kazarian and Scorpio Sky, all member of The Dynasty are banned from ringside. If any member of The Dynasty does interfere in the match, they will be stripped of their titles and suspended for 90 days. The second update is for the opening round match between Necro Butcher and Super Dragon. After speaking with both competitors, Commissioner Winwood has ruled that this match will be a No Count Out, No Disqualification match. While the tournament rules are intended to level the playing field for everyone involved, both Dragon and Necro have accepted the rules to this match.
Finally, a quick update for those fans who are still waiting to purchase their 2006 Battle of Los Angeles tickets. Fans who buy tickets in advance will be allowed into the building first, and will most likely choose the best seats. After they have entered, the remaining quantity of tickets (if any,) will go on sale, and fans who purchase those tickets will then be allowed to enter. So if you’d like to sit in the front row, but haven’t bought your tickets yet, now is the time to act. Tickets are going quickly, so don’t miss out on your chance to see the biggest PWG event ever!
