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Study Guide: John Zandig: Career and Combat Zone Wrestling

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John Zandig: Career and Combat Zone Wrestling Study Guide

Foundational Years and Personal Background

The individual known professionally as John Zandig was born John Corson on April 4, 1971.

Answer: False

Explanation: The birth name of the professional wrestler known as John Zandig is John Corson. He was born on April 4, 1971.

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John Zandig's place of birth was Sewell, New Jersey.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig's place of birth was Sewell, New Jersey.

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Prior to his professional wrestling career, John Zandig was employed as a professional chef.

Answer: False

Explanation: Before his professional wrestling career, John Zandig was employed as an explosives and demolition expert. This background potentially influenced his subsequent engagement in hardcore and ultraviolent wrestling.

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While 'John Zandig' is his most recognized professional moniker, he also utilized ring names including 'The Boss,' 'Sex Machine,' and 'The Ultraviolent Icon.'

Answer: True

Explanation: While 'John Zandig' is his most recognized professional moniker, he also utilized ring names including 'The Boss,' 'Sex Machine,' and 'The Ultraviolent Icon.'

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The surname of John Zandig's ring name was inspired by the musician Glenn Danzig, who is recognized as the frontman for the band Misfits and shares New Jersey as a place of origin.

Answer: True

Explanation: The surname of John Zandig's ring name was inspired by the musician Glenn Danzig, who is recognized as the frontman for the band Misfits and shares New Jersey as a place of origin.

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John Zandig received his professional wrestling training from the esteemed promoter Vince McMahon.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig received his professional wrestling training under the tutelage of Larry Sharpe, a recognized figure in the field of wrestling instruction.

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John Zandig commenced his professional wrestling training in the year 1994.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig commenced his professional wrestling training in 1994, signifying the commencement of his career in this discipline.

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What was the birth name of the individual known professionally as John Zandig?

Answer: John Corson

Explanation: The birth name of the professional wrestler known as John Zandig is John Corson. He was born on April 4, 1971.

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In which specific town and state was John Zandig born?

Answer: Sewell, New Jersey

Explanation: John Zandig's place of birth was Sewell, New Jersey.

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What was John Zandig's primary occupation prior to his professional wrestling career?

Answer: Demolition expert

Explanation: Before his professional wrestling career, John Zandig was employed as an explosives and demolition expert. This background potentially influenced his subsequent engagement in hardcore and ultraviolent wrestling.

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Which of the following was not among the ring names adopted by John Zandig during his career?

Answer: The Annihilator

Explanation: While 'John Zandig' is his most recognized professional moniker, he also utilized ring names including 'The Boss,' 'Sex Machine,' and 'The Ultraviolent Icon.'

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Who was the primary trainer responsible for John Zandig's professional wrestling education?

Answer: Larry Sharpe

Explanation: John Zandig received his professional wrestling training under the tutelage of Larry Sharpe, a recognized figure in the field of wrestling instruction.

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In what year did John Zandig commence his professional wrestling training?

Answer: 1994

Explanation: John Zandig commenced his professional wrestling training in 1994, signifying the commencement of his career in this discipline.

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Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW): Foundation and Ethos

John Zandig was the founder and former proprietor of Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW).

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig is recognized as the founder and former proprietor of Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), a promotion distinguished by its hardcore wrestling ethos.

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Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) relocated its operations to Philadelphia in late 2001, maintaining a focus on hardcore wrestling from its inception.

Answer: True

Explanation: Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) relocated its operational base to Philadelphia in late 2001. From its inception, the promotion was predominantly oriented towards hardcore wrestling.

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The designation 'The Combat Zone' as a billed location for John Zandig refers to the promotion he founded, Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW).

Answer: True

Explanation: The designation 'The Combat Zone' as a billed location for John Zandig refers to Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), the promotion he founded and with which he maintained a strong association.

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What significant professional wrestling promotion is John Zandig credited with establishing?

Answer: Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW)

Explanation: John Zandig is recognized as the founder and former proprietor of Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW), a promotion distinguished by its hardcore wrestling ethos.

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In what year did Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) relocate its primary operations to Philadelphia?

Answer: Late 2001

Explanation: Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) relocated its operational base to Philadelphia in late 2001. From its inception, the promotion was predominantly oriented towards hardcore wrestling.

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What was the predominant stylistic focus of CZW from its inception?

Answer: Hardcore wrestling

Explanation: From its inception, Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) was predominantly oriented towards hardcore wrestling.

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The Ultraviolent Style and Noteworthy Matches

John Zandig's ultraviolent matches were characterized by the incorporation of implements such as thumbtacks, barbed wire, and a weed wacker.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig's ultraviolent matches were characterized by the incorporation of implements such as thumbtacks, barbed wire, and a weed wacker.

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During one notable match, John Zandig endured the extreme punishment of being suspended from meat hooks, exemplifying the violent nature of his bouts.

Answer: True

Explanation: During one notable match, John Zandig endured the extreme punishment of being suspended from meat hooks, exemplifying the violent nature of his bouts.

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During the GCW Tournament of Survival, John Zandig executed a rooftop Mother F'n Bomb, directing Joey Janela through a burning plytube board.

Answer: True

Explanation: During his match against Joey Janela in the GCW Tournament of Survival, John Zandig executed a rooftop Mother F'n Bomb, directing Janela through a burning plytube board.

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Which of the following items was notably NOT employed by John Zandig in his ultraviolent matches, according to the provided information?

Answer: Chainsaw

Explanation: John Zandig's matches were characterized by the incorporation of numerous dangerous implements, such as thumbtacks, fluorescent light tubes, barbed wire, and a weed wacker. A chainsaw was not mentioned.

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What specific form of extreme punishment did John Zandig endure during a particularly memorable match?

Answer: Being hung from meat hooks

Explanation: During one notable match, John Zandig endured the extreme punishment of being suspended from meat hooks, underscoring the ultraviolent nature of the wrestling he practiced.

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What specific extreme maneuver did John Zandig execute upon Joey Janela during the GCW Tournament of Survival?

Answer: A rooftop Mother F'n Bomb through a burning plytube board

Explanation: During his match against Joey Janela in the GCW Tournament of Survival, John Zandig executed a rooftop Mother F'n Bomb, directing Janela through a burning plytube board.

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International Ventures and Media Presence

John Zandig competed internationally for the Japanese promotion Pro Wrestling Noah.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig, leading CZW, participated in competitions in Japan, notably for Big Japan Pro Wrestling (BJW).

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John Zandig appeared in a Japanese television commercial for a soft drink called Pocari Sweat.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig featured in a Japanese television advertisement for a soft drink product identified as C1000, produced by Takeda Food Co.

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The Japanese actress Ai Kato was featured alongside John Zandig in a commercial for the soft drink C1000.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Japanese actress Ai Kato was featured alongside John Zandig in a commercial for the soft drink C1000.

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John Zandig made an appearance in the video game *WWE 2K20*.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig made an appearance in the video game titled *Backyard Wrestling 2: There Goes the Neighborhood*.

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John Zandig had a cameo appearance in the acclaimed 2008 wrestling drama film *The Wrestler*.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig executed a cameo appearance in the critically acclaimed 2008 wrestling drama film *The Wrestler*.

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John Zandig was featured in the A&E documentary series *WWE Legends*.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig was featured in the documentary series *Dark Side of the Ring*, produced by VICE.

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In which major international promotion did John Zandig and CZW frequently participate?

Answer: Big Japan Pro Wrestling (BJW)

Explanation: John Zandig, leading CZW, participated in competitions in Japan, notably for Big Japan Pro Wrestling (BJW).

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For what specific product did John Zandig appear in a Japanese television commercial?

Answer: A soft drink named C1000

Explanation: John Zandig featured in a Japanese television advertisement for a soft drink product identified as C1000, produced by Takeda Food Co.

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Who was the Japanese actress who appeared alongside John Zandig in the C1000 commercial?

Answer: Ai Kato

Explanation: The Japanese actress Ai Kato was featured alongside John Zandig in the commercial for the soft drink C1000.

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In which professional wrestling video game did John Zandig make an appearance?

Answer: Backyard Wrestling 2: There Goes the Neighborhood

Explanation: John Zandig made an appearance in the video game titled *Backyard Wrestling 2: There Goes the Neighborhood*.

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John Zandig made a cameo appearance in which critically acclaimed 2008 film?

Answer: The Wrestler

Explanation: John Zandig executed a cameo appearance in the critically acclaimed 2008 wrestling drama film *The Wrestler*.

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Which notable documentary series featured John Zandig, examining various facets of professional wrestling culture?

Answer: Dark Side of the Ring

Explanation: John Zandig was featured in the documentary series *Dark Side of the Ring*, produced by VICE.

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Championships and Career Milestones

John Zandig achieved victory in the $10,000 Cage of Death match at Cage of Death X and concurrently, he was inducted into the New Alhambra Hardcore Hall of Fame.

Answer: True

Explanation: At Cage of Death X, John Zandig achieved victory in the $10,000 Cage of Death match against multiple competitors, and concurrently, he was inducted into the New Alhambra Hardcore Hall of Fame.

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John Zandig has held the BJW Deathmatch Heavyweight Championship twice in his career.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig has held the BJW Deathmatch Heavyweight Championship on three separate occasions.

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John Zandig secured the BJW Tag Team Championship once, in partnership with Nick Gage.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig secured the BJW Tag Team Championship on one occasion, in partnership with Nick Gage.

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In the year 2000, John Zandig attained the World Extreme Cup title within Big Japan Pro Wrestling.

Answer: True

Explanation: In the year 2000, John Zandig attained the World Extreme Cup title within Big Japan Pro Wrestling.

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John Zandig has achieved six reigns as the CZW World Heavyweight Champion.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig has achieved six distinct reigns as the CZW World Heavyweight Champion.

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John Zandig held the CZW World Tag Team Championship once, in partnership with Nick Gage.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig held the CZW World Tag Team Championship on one occasion, in partnership with Nick Gage.

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The CZW Ultraviolent Underground Championship is a title that directly reflects John Zandig's significant association with hardcore wrestling.

Answer: True

Explanation: The CZW Ultraviolent Underground Championship is a title intrinsically linked to the promotion's hardcore wrestling identity, reflecting John Zandig's significant association with it.

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John Zandig was formally inducted into the Hardcore Hall of Fame in the year 2008.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig was formally inducted into the Hardcore Hall of Fame in the year 2008.

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John Zandig held the WWA Heavyweight Championship two times.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig held the WWA Heavyweight Championship on one occasion.

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At Cage of Death X, John Zandig achieved victory in a significant match and concurrently received what additional honor?

Answer: Induction into the Hardcore Hall of Fame

Explanation: At Cage of Death X, John Zandig achieved victory in the $10,000 Cage of Death match against multiple competitors, and concurrently, he was inducted into the New Alhambra Hardcore Hall of Fame.

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On how many occasions has John Zandig held the BJW Deathmatch Heavyweight Championship?

Answer: Three times

Explanation: John Zandig has held the BJW Deathmatch Heavyweight Championship on three separate occasions.

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With which fellow wrestler did John Zandig achieve a victory in the BJW Tag Team Championship?

Answer: Nick Gage

Explanation: John Zandig secured the BJW Tag Team Championship on one occasion, in partnership with Nick Gage.

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What specific title did John Zandig win in Big Japan Pro Wrestling during the year 2000?

Answer: World Extreme Cup

Explanation: In the year 2000, John Zandig attained the World Extreme Cup title within Big Japan Pro Wrestling.

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How many distinct reigns does John Zandig possess as the CZW World Heavyweight Champion?

Answer: Six

Explanation: John Zandig has achieved six distinct reigns as the CZW World Heavyweight Champion.

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What specific title did John Zandig win once with Nick Gage in Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW)?

Answer: CZW World Tag Team Championship

Explanation: John Zandig held the CZW World Tag Team Championship on one occasion, in partnership with Nick Gage.

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Which specific championship within CZW is most indicative of John Zandig's profound involvement in ultraviolent wrestling?

Answer: CZW Ultraviolent Underground Championship

Explanation: The CZW Ultraviolent Underground Championship is a title intrinsically linked to the promotion's hardcore wrestling identity, reflecting John Zandig's significant association with it.

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In what year was John Zandig formally inducted into the Hardcore Hall of Fame?

Answer: 2008

Explanation: John Zandig was formally inducted into the Hardcore Hall of Fame in the year 2008.

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What championship did John Zandig secure on one occasion within the World Wrestling Association?

Answer: WWA Heavyweight Championship

Explanation: John Zandig held the WWA Heavyweight Championship on one occasion.

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According to the provided source material, where is the banner commemorating John Zandig's Hardcore Hall of Fame induction displayed?

Answer: In the former ECW Arena

Explanation: The accompanying image caption indicates that a banner commemorating John Zandig's Hardcore Hall of Fame induction is displayed within the former ECW Arena, signifying his esteemed recognition within the hardcore wrestling community.

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Career Transitions and Later Appearances

John Zandig was compelled into retirement at Cage of Death 8 following a loss in a four-way match to Nick Gage, a consequence of a prematch stipulation.

Answer: True

Explanation: At Cage of Death 8, John Zandig's loss to Nick Gage in a four-way Cage of Death match, dictated by a prematch stipulation, resulted in his compulsory retirement.

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John Zandig made a return for a singular match on March 10, 2007, partnering with Toby Klein against the team of D. J. Hyde and Mitch Ryder.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig made a return for a singular match on March 10, 2007, partnering with Toby Klein against the team of D. J. Hyde and Mitch Ryder.

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At Tournament of Death 6, John Zandig assumed a position in place of an absent Necro Butcher.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Zandig emerged from retirement at Tournament of Death 6 to face The Necro Butcher, assuming the match due to Mitch Ryder's inability to attend.

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John Zandig relinquished ownership of CZW in August 2009, citing financial constraints, personal injuries, and exhaustion as primary factors, rather than creative disputes or acting aspirations.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig relinquished ownership of CZW in August 2009, citing financial constraints, accumulated injuries, and profound fatigue as the primary motivations.

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D. J. Hyde assumed ownership of CZW from John Zandig in 2009.

Answer: True

Explanation: D. J. Hyde was subsequently announced as the new proprietor of CZW, having acquired the promotion from John Zandig.

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John Zandig's definitive retirement match took place on October 25, 2009, concluding with his defeat by Nick Gage.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig's definitive retirement match occurred on October 25, 2009, concluding with his defeat by Nick Gage.

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On May 8, 2010, John Zandig made a return to the ring, securing a victory over Brain Damage, only to be subsequently attacked by MASADA.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig made a return to the ring on May 8, 2010, at CZW's Fist Fight event, securing a victory over Brain Damage, only to be subsequently attacked by MASADA.

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John Zandig's final contest at the ECW Arena, held on January 14, 2012, was against D. J. Hyde, the then-current owner of CZW.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig participated in the final Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) event held at the ECW Arena on January 14, 2012, engaging in a contest against D. J. Hyde, the then-current owner of CZW.

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John Zandig made a surprise return to wrestling for Game Changer Wrestling's Tournament of Survival on June 5, 2016.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Zandig made a return to the ring on June 5, 2016, participating in Game Changer Wrestling's (GCW) Tournament of Survival.

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On June 11, 2016, John Zandig was involved in a staged event wherein he and associates buried D. J. Hyde alive, compelling him to relinquish ownership of CZW.

Answer: True

Explanation: On June 11, 2016, John Zandig returned to CZW with Ruckus and Robbie Mireno to confront D. J. Hyde, ultimately participating in a staged event where Hyde was buried alive to compel him to relinquish ownership.

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The tag team match John Zandig participated in on March 10, 2007, was not a standard contest but rather a no rope barbed wire match.

Answer: True

Explanation: The tag team match John Zandig participated in on March 10, 2007, was not a standard contest but rather a no rope barbed wire match.

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What specific event resulted in John Zandig's forced retirement, contingent upon a prematch stipulation?

Answer: Cage of Death 8

Explanation: At Cage of Death 8, John Zandig's loss to Nick Gage in a four-way Cage of Death match, dictated by a prematch stipulation, resulted in his compulsory retirement.

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On what specific date did John Zandig return for a singular match, teaming with Toby Klein against D. J. Hyde and Mitch Ryder?

Answer: March 10, 2007

Explanation: John Zandig made a return for a singular match on March 10, 2007, partnering with Toby Klein against the team of D. J. Hyde and Mitch Ryder.

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Whom did John Zandig replace when he emerged from retirement for Tournament of Death 6?

Answer: Mitch Ryder

Explanation: John Zandig emerged from retirement at Tournament of Death 6 to face The Necro Butcher, assuming the match due to Mitch Ryder's inability to attend.

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Who was the victor over John Zandig in his final retirement match on October 25, 2009?

Answer: Nick Gage

Explanation: John Zandig's definitive retirement match occurred on October 25, 2009, concluding with his defeat by Nick Gage.

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Who was John Zandig's opponent in the final Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) event hosted at the ECW Arena?

Answer: D. J. Hyde

Explanation: John Zandig participated in the final Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) event held at the ECW Arena on January 14, 2012, engaging in a contest against D. J. Hyde, the then-current owner of CZW.

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In what year did John Zandig make a return appearance for Game Changer Wrestling's Tournament of Survival?

Answer: 2016

Explanation: John Zandig made a return to the ring on June 5, 2016, participating in Game Changer Wrestling's (GCW) Tournament of Survival.

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What was the specific stipulation governing the tag team match on March 10, 2007, featuring John Zandig and Toby Klein against D. J. Hyde and Mitch Ryder?

Answer: No Rope Barbed Wire Match

Explanation: The tag team match that occurred on March 10, 2007, was contested under no rope barbed wire stipulation.

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