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TNA Destination X 2012
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- Tails Azimuth
ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE: "IMPACT WRESTLING'S 'DESTINY' DELIVERS THRILLS AND CHILLS"
Orlando, Florida - The sun-kissed city of Orlando played host to Impact Wrestling's latest pay-per-view extravaganza, "Destiny", which lived up to its billing in delivering an unforgettable night of action-packed wrestling. The sold-out crowd at Universal Studios was treated to a stacked card featuring some of the best talent from the X Division and beyond.
The evening kicked off with a thrilling four-way match for the Impact X-Division Title Tournament Qualification, won by Mason Andrews. The young upstart from Texas showed flashes of brilliance in dispatching Dakota Darsow, Lars Only, and Rubix in just under nine minutes. This impressive performance set the tone for the night ahead.
The first round of the X-Division Title Tournament saw a series of high-flying matches, with Mason Andrews again emerging victorious against Kid Kash. Kenny King, meanwhile, demonstrated his power and agility to defeat Douglas Williams in a hard-hitting contest that went the distance at 10:35. Sonjay Dutt proved why he's considered one of the X Division's best by outlasting Rashad Cameron in just seven minutes. Zema Ion, the dark horse of the tournament, pulled off an upset win over Flip Cassanova with a swift and decisive victory.
In a battle for wrestling supremacy, Samoa Joe clashed with Kurt Angle in a Bound For Glory Series Match. The two legends traded holds and moves, but it was the Samoan Submission Specialist who ultimately secured the win at 14:37, solidifying his position as a top contender for the Impact World Championship.
The night's main event featured AJ Styles and Christopher Daniels in a Last Man Standing Match that had the crowd on its feet. The two competitors went toe-to-toe in a war of attrition, with Styles ultimately emerging victorious at 17:41. This grueling contest was a testament to the athleticism and dedication of both participants.
Finally, it was time for the X-Division Title Tournament Final - an Ultimate X Match featuring Zema Ion, Kenny King, Mason Andrews, and Sonjay Dutt. In a thrilling display of aerial acrobatics, Zema Ion outmaneuvered his opponents to claim the coveted title at the top of the card.
In the evening's final match, Impact World Champion Austin Aries faced off against Bobby Roode in a bid to retain his championship gold. The "Greatest Man That Ever Lived" successfully defended his title against the "It Factor" Roode, cementing his status as one of the promotion's top stars.
Overall, Impact Wrestling's "Destiny" was a resounding success, featuring a mix of high-stakes matches and thrilling X Division action. The event will undoubtedly leave fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the ongoing saga of TNA wrestling.
ZOHASH.COM SCORECARD
- Match of the Night: AJ Styles vs. Christopher Daniels (Last Man Standing) - 5/5
- Star of the Night: Zema Ion (X-Division Title Tournament Final)
- Best Technical Match: Samoa Joe vs. Kurt Angle (Bound For Glory Series Match) - 4.5/5
- Most Entertaining Match: Mason Andrews vs. Kid Kash (X-Division Title Tournament First Round) - 4.25/5
FINAL VERDICT
"Destiny" was a spectacular showcase of professional wrestling's highest level, featuring some of the best matches and performers TNA has to offer. With its unpredictable outcome and thrilling action, this event is sure to be remembered as one of the highlights of Impact Wrestling's 2012 calendar year.
Card Details
- Date: 08 Jul 2012
- Promotion: Impact Wrestling
- Arena: Universal Studios
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 08 Jul 2012
Matches
Mason Andrews
(C)
defeat Dakota Darsow, Lars Only and Rubix in a Impact X-Division Title Tournament Qualification Four Way Match
Match Time: 08:20Mason Andrews
(C)
defeat Kid Kash in a Impact X-Division Title Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 08:10Kenny King
(C)
defeat Douglas Williams in a Impact X-Division Title Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 10:35Sonjay Dutt
(C)
defeat Rashad Cameron in a Impact X-Division Title Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 07:10Zema Ion
(C)
defeat Flip Cassanova in a Impact X-Division Title Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 03:55Samoa Joe defeat Kurt Angle in a Bound For Glory Series Match
Match Time: 14:37AJ Styles defeat Christopher Daniels in a Last Man Standing Match
Match Time: 17:41Zema Ion
(C)
defeat Kenny King, Mason Andrews and Sonjay Dutt in a Impact X-Division Title Tournament Final Ultimate X MatchAustin Aries
(C)
defeat Bobby Roode in a Impact World Title Match