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Impact Wrestling Bound For Glory 2022
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- Tails Azimuth
Impact Wrestling's "Bound For Glory" Delivers Thrills and Spills
In a night that will be remembered for months to come, Impact Wrestling's "Bound For Glory" pay-per-view event at the Washington Avenue Armory in Albany, New York, lived up to its reputation as one of the most electrifying events on the wrestling calendar. With a stacked card featuring some of the best talent in the industry, fans were treated to a series of matches that left them on the edge of their seats.
The evening got off to a flying start with Frankie Kazarian defeating Mike Bailey to retain his Impact X-Division Title. The high-flying contest saw both men showcase their aerial prowess, but Kazarian's experience and cunning proved too much for the challenger. A well-executed Shooting Star Press sealed the deal, leaving Bailey to wonder what might have been.
Next up was Mickie James, who made a triumphant return to singles competition with a victory over Mia Yim. The two women engaged in a hard-hitting contest that showcased their technical skills and physicality. In the end, James' years of experience told as she picked up the win, sending a message to her opponents.
The first title change of the night came when Jessicka and Taya Valkyrie dethroned VXT to become the new Impact Knockouts Tag Team Champions. The match was marked by high-energy action and innovative spots, with the winners' chemistry proving too much for their opponents.
In a battle of the best, Honor No More (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) defeated Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin) to retain their Impact World Tag Team Titles. This clash of the titans was everything fans hoped for, featuring lightning-quick tag sequences and an astonishing display of athleticism.
The main event of the night saw Bully Ray emerge victorious in a 20-man Call Your Shot Gauntlet Match that featured some of the most unpredictable moments seen on an Impact card. The likes of Moose, PCO, and Rhyno all made an impact (pun intended), but it was ultimately Ray's cunning and experience that allowed him to outlast the field.
The second half of the show got underway with Jordynne Grace defending her Impact Knockouts Title against Masha Slamovich. Despite the challenger's best efforts, Grace's technical prowess proved too much for her opponent, securing a well-deserved win.
Finally, Josh Alexander and Eddie Edwards collided in a thrilling main event that saw Alexander emerge victorious to retain his Impact World Championship. The match was marked by intense action and a series of near-falls that left the crowd on the edge of their seats. In the end, Alexander's power proved too much for Edwards, securing a decisive victory.
As the dust settled on another unforgettable night in Impact Wrestling, one thing is clear: "Bound For Glory" has once again set a new standard for what is possible in professional wrestling. With its trademark blend of high-flying action, technical grappling, and unadulterated excitement, this event will be remembered as one of the best of the year.
Grade: A-
Recommendation: If you haven't already, make sure to check out "Bound For Glory" on Zohash.com. It's an event that will leave you breathless and eager for more.
Card Details
- Date: 07 Oct 2022
- Promotion: Impact Wrestling
- Arena: Washington Avenue Armory
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 07 Oct 2022
Matches
Frankie Kazarian
(C)
defeat Mike Bailey in a Impact X-Division Title MatchMickie James defeat Mia Yim in a Singles Match
Jessicka and Taya Valkyrie
(C)
defeat VXT in a Impact Knockouts Tag Team Title MatchHonor No More (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett)
(C)
defeat Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin) in a Impact World Tag Team Title MatchBully Ray defeat Bhupinder Gujjar, Bobby Fish, Eric Young, Gisele Shaw, Heath, Joe Hendry, Johnny Swinger, Killer Kelly, Matt Cardona, Moose, PCO, Rhino, Rich Swann, Sami Callihan, Savannah Evans, Steve Maclin, Tasha Steelz, Taylor Wilde and Tommy Dreamer in a Call Your Shot Gauntlet Match
Jordynne Grace
(C)
defeat Masha Slamovich in a Impact Knockouts Title MatchJosh Alexander
(C)
defeat Eddie Edwards in a Impact World Title Match