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WWE Armageddon 2008
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- Tails Azimuth
WWE TLC 2008: A Night of Thrills and Upsets
The HSBC Arena in Buffalo, New York played host to the latest Pay-Per-View extravaganza from World Wrestling Entertainment - Tables, Ladders, and Chairs 2008. As expected, the evening delivered its fair share of drama, excitement, and a dash of unpredictability.
Match 1: Vladimir Kozlov vs. Matt Hardy The night began with a non-title contest between Russian powerhouse Vladimir Kozlov and the high-flying Matt Hardy. Kozlov's dominant performance saw him claim victory in a respectable 9:05. The result was far from surprising, as Kozlov continues to assert his authority on the WWE roster.
Match 2: CM Punk vs. Rey Mysterio (WWE Intercontinental Title #1 Contendership Tournament Final) CM Punk and Rey Mysterio engaged in a thrilling contest for the right to challenge for the WWE Intercontinental Championship. In a closely contested match, Punk's cunning and technical prowess ultimately proved too much for Mysterio, securing him the win in 13:45.
Match 3: Finlay vs. Mark Henry (Belfast Brawl) The Belfast Brawl between Finlay and Mark Henry was an absolute warzone. Both competitors left it all out there, with Finlay's rugged determination and Henry's sheer strength resulting in a hard-fought win for the Scotsman in 9:40.
Match 4: Batista vs. Randy Orton The intense rivalry between Batista and Randy Orton reached new heights as they clashed in a singles match. In a back-and-forth contest, Batista's power proved too much for Orton, securing him the victory in an impressive 16:45.
Match 5: Kelly Kelly, Maria, Michelle McCool, and Mickie James vs. Jillian Hall, Maryse, Natalya, and Victoria (Eight-Man Tag Team Match) In a chaotic eight-man tag team affair, the four divas of WWE - Kelly Kelly, Maria, Michelle McCool, and Mickie James - combined forces to take down their opponents. The result was a convincing win for the victorious quartet in just 4:30.
Match 6: John Cena vs. Chris Jericho (World Heavyweight Title Match) The main event of the evening saw WWE Champion John Cena defend his title against the cunning Chris Jericho. In a closely contested match, both competitors showcased their impressive skills, but it was ultimately Cena's determination and resilience that secured him the win in 12:45.
Match 7: Jeff Hardy vs. Edge and Triple H (WWE Title Triple Threat Match) The evening culminated with an unpredictable WWE Championship triple threat match between Jeff Hardy and the tandem of Edge and Triple H. In a thrilling contest, Hardy emerged victorious, capitalizing on the chaos to claim the WWE Championship.
Closing Thoughts
WWE TLC 2008 delivered a night of high-octane action, as the superstars of WWE put it all on the line. The event will be remembered for its unpredictable outcomes and memorable moments. As we look ahead to what's in store for the WWE roster, one thing is certain - the world of professional wrestling has never been more exciting.
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Scyld Berry
Card Details
- Date: 14 Dec 2008
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: HSBC Arena
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 14 Dec 2008
Matches
Vladimir Kozlov defeat Matt Hardy in a Non Title Match
Match Time: 09:05CM Punk defeat Rey Mysterio in a WWE Intercontinental Title #1 Contendership Tournament Final Match
Match Time: 13:45Finlay defeat Mark Henry in a Belfast Brawl
Match Time: 09:40Batista defeat Randy Orton in a Singles Match
Match Time: 16:45Kelly Kelly, Maria, Michelle McCool and Mickie James defeat Jillian Hall, Maryse, Natalya and Victoria in a Eight Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 04:30John Cena
(C)
defeat Chris Jericho in a World Heavyweight Title Match
Match Time: 12:45Jeff Hardy
(C)
defeat Edge and Triple H in a WWE Title Triple Threat Match