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IMPACT WRESTLING: A NIGHT TO REMEMBER IN POUGHKEEPSIE
The Mid-Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie, New York played host to a thrilling night of professional wrestling as Impact Wrestling presented its latest pay-per-view extravaganza on December 30th. The event, which was taped for broadcast on February 7th, did not disappoint, featuring a stacked card that showcased the best of what the promotion has to offer.
Opening Act: Aries Soars
The evening got off to a flying start with Austin Aries successfully navigating a three-way match against Chris Sabin and Sonjay Dutt. In a bout that was as much about psychology as it was physicality, Aries managed to outmaneuver his opponents, securing the win in an impressive 8:31.
Ethan Carter III Makes a Statement
The first singles match of the night saw Ethan Carter III take on Dewey Barnes. In a dominant display of power and precision, EC3 dispatched his opponent in just 1:51, reaffirming his status as one of the top contenders in Impact Wrestling.
Falls Count Anywhere Mayhem Ensues
Next up was the Falls Count Anywhere match between Bully Ray and Tommy Dreamer. In a bout that was equal parts brutal and thrilling, both competitors left it all in the ring, with Bully Ray ultimately emerging victorious after 14:28 of chaos.
Tag Team Tussle
The six-man tag team match pitting Bad Influence and Velvet Sky against Lei'D Tapa and The BroMans (Jessie Godderz and Robbie E) was another highlight of the evening. With a mix of high-flying moves and hard-hitting action, this bout kept the crowd on their toes before finishing in 10:51.
Monster's Ball Mayhem
The main event of the first half saw Jeff Hardy take on Abyss in a thrilling Monster's Ball match. In a bout that was equal parts intense and unpredictable, both competitors left it all in the ring, with Hardy ultimately securing the win after 15:58 of madness.
Angle Takes Down Anderson
Following intermission, Kurt Angle faced off against Mr. Anderson in what turned out to be a hard-hitting affair. With both men giving it their all, Angle emerged victorious after 11:33, reaffirming his status as one of the top stars in Impact Wrestling.
Last Man Standing Showdown
The penultimate match saw Bobby Roode take on James Storm in a Last Man Standing bout that was equal parts intense and unpredictable. In a thrilling display of resilience and determination, Roode ultimately emerged victorious after 16:54 of action-packed mayhem.
Magnus Claims the Gold
Finally, Magnus faced off against Samoa Joe for the Impact World Title. In a hard-hitting affair that saw both men give it their all, Magnus ultimately secured the win after 14:39 to retain his championship reign.
In conclusion, this was an unforgettable night of professional wrestling, featuring some of the best matches and moments that Impact Wrestling has to offer. With so many thrilling encounters and memorable moments, fans of the sport are sure to be talking about this event for weeks to come.
Final Score: 8/10
Card Details
- Date: 30 Dec 2013
- Promotion: Impact Wrestling
- Arena: Mid-Hudson Civic Center
- Attendance: 1500
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Taped
- Broadcast Date: 07 Feb 2014
Matches
Austin Aries defeat Chris Sabin and Sonjay Dutt in a Three Way Match
Match Time: 08:31Ethan Carter III defeat Dewey Barnes in a Singles Match
Match Time: 01:51Bully Ray defeat Tommy Dreamer in a Falls Count Anywhere Match
Match Time: 14:28Bad Influence and Velvet Sky defeat Lei'D Tapa and The BroMans (Jessie Godderz and Robbie E) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 10:51Jeff Hardy defeat Abyss in a Monster's Ball Match
Match Time: 15:58Kurt Angle defeat Mr. Anderson in a Singles Match
Match Time: 11:33Bobby Roode defeat James Storm in a Last Man Standing Match
Match Time: 16:54Magnus
(C)
defeat Samoa Joe in a Impact World Title Match
Match Time: 14:39