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TNA iMPACT #288

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Wrestling Report

Date: January 4th, 2010

Promotion: Impact Wrestling

Location: Orlando, Florida, USA - Universal Studios

Broadcast Type: Live

Steel Asylum Match (Tag Team No-Contest)

The night kicked off with a thrilling Steel Asylum match that saw seven competitors clash in a wild and chaotic bout. Alex Shelley started strong, but was quickly overwhelmed by the sheer number of opponents. Consequences Creed and Homicide showed flashes of brilliance, while Chris Sabin and The Amazing Red traded holds and moves. Kiyoshi, despite being the underdog, managed to land some impressive shots before ultimately succumbing to the chaos. In the end, no one emerged victorious, as the match descended into a no-contest.

Impact Knockouts Title Match: ODB vs Tara

ODB got the job done in the first title defense of her Impact Knockouts Championship reign, defeating Tara via pinfall. The action was fast-paced and physical, with both women trading blows and near-falls throughout. In the end, ODB's determination and power proved too much for Tara to handle.

Impact Knockouts Tag Team Title Match: Awesome Kong and Hamada vs Sarita and Taylor Wilde

The Impact Knockouts Tag Team Championship changed hands as Awesome Kong and Hamada defeated Sarita and Taylor Wilde in a high-energy match. The crowd was firmly behind the challengers, but Kong's incredible strength and power ultimately told, allowing her to secure the pin.

Tag Team Match: Hernandez and Matt Morgan vs Dr. Stevie and Raven

A quick and dirty tag team match saw Hernandez and Matt Morgan take down Dr. Stevie and Raven in a mere 30 seconds. The powerhouse duo dominated from start to finish, leaving their opponents reeling and helpless.

Singles Match: D'Angelo Dinero vs Desmond Wolfe

D'Angelo Dinero put on a showstopping performance, defeating Desmond Wolfe via pinfall after a series of impressive moves. Dinero's athleticism and technical grappling prowess were on full display as he navigated Wolfe's submission attempts and struck back with his own arsenal.

Singles Match: Samoa Joe vs Abyss

Samoa Joe got the better of Abyss in a hard-hitting match that saw both men take their share of punishment. The action was intense, with both competitors trading heavy shots and near-falls before Joe emerged victorious via pinfall.

Impact World Title Match: AJ Styles vs Kurt Angle

The main event saw AJ Styles battle Kurt Angle for the Impact World Championship. This epic contest had it all - drama, intensity, and incredible in-ring action. Styles and Angle traded holds and moves throughout, with both men showing flashes of brilliance. In the end, Styles' determination and skill paid off as he secured the pin and retained his title.

That's a wrap for this event, folks! It was a night to remember at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. Until next time, stay tuned to zohash.com for all your wrestling needs!


Card Details

  • Date: 04 Jan 2010
  • Promotion: Impact Wrestling
  • Arena: Universal Studios
  • Type: TV-Show
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 04 Jan 2010

Matches

  1. Alex Shelley vs. Chris Sabin, Consequences Creed, Homicide, Jay Lethal, Kiyoshi, Suicide and The Amazing Red in a Steel Asylum Match - No Contest
    Match Time: 04:30

  2. ODB(C) defeat Tara in a Impact Knockouts Title Match

  3. Awesome Kong and Hamada(C) defeat Sarita and Taylor Wilde in a Impact Knockouts Tag Team Title Match

  4. Hernandez and Matt Morgan defeat Dr. Stevie and Raven in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 00:30

  5. D'Angelo Dinero defeat Desmond Wolfe in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 02:40

  6. Samoa Joe defeat Abyss in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 04:50

  7. AJ Styles(C) defeat Kurt Angle in a Impact World Title Match
    Match Time: 22:05