WWE Backlash 2003

WRESTLEMANIA XIX: A NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS

April 27th, 2003 - Worcester Centrum Center, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA

As I stepped into the Worcester Centrum Center, I could feel the electricity coursing through the air. The sold-out crowd of 10,000 wrestling enthusiasts was ready to witness greatness on this Pay-Per-View spectacle, WWE's WrestleMania XIX. And boy, did they get it.

The action kicked off with a thrilling tag team bout as Team Angle (Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin) successfully defended their WWE RAW Tag Team Titles against Los Guerreros (Chavo Guerrero and Eddie Guerrero). The high-flying antics of both teams left the crowd gasping for air. At 14:41, it was all over, with Team Angle emerging victorious.

Next up, Sean O'Haire made quick work of Rikishi in a singles match that lasted just 4:52 minutes. The powerhouse O'Haire showed no mercy as he delivered a vicious choke slam to put an end to the match.

The tag team action continued as Kane and Rob Van Dam put on a show-stopping performance against The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley). With Chief Morley serving as special referee, this one was all about power and intensity. The clock struck 13:01 when Kane's chokeslam sealed the deal.

The women took center stage in match number four as WWE Women's Champion Jazz successfully defended her title against Trish Stratus. This grudge match was a testament to the evolving talent of female wrestlers, with both competitors giving it their all.

Rey Mysterio may have had his work cut out for him when facing The Big Show, but even the giant couldn't contain the high-flying luchador. In a blink-and-you-missed-it moment, Mysterio dodged Show's massive punch and nailed him with a 619 to secure the win.

And then, it was time for the main event: Brock Lesnar vs. John Cena for the WWE Championship. These two behemoths gave it their all in a hard-hitting match that lasted 15:15 minutes. In the end, Lesnar's sheer strength and power proved too much for the challenger, as he captured the title.

The six-man tag team main event saw Chris Jericho, Ric Flair, and Triple H team up against Booker T, Kevin Nash, and Shawn Michaels in a thrilling match that featured plenty of high-flying action. The clock struck 17:45 when Jericho nailed Michaels with his patented Codebreaker to seal the win.

Finally, the night concluded with Goldberg facing off against The Rock in what was shaping up to be an instant classic. These two larger-than-life figures delivered everything and more, with Goldberg's spear proving the decisive blow. At 15:00 minutes, it was all over, as the crowd bid farewell to another unforgettable WrestleMania.

As I left the Worcester Centrum Center, one thing was clear - WWE had outdone itself once again at WrestleMania XIX. The memories of this event will be etched in the minds of wrestling enthusiasts for years to come.

Card Details

Date: 27 Apr 2003
Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
Arena: Worcester Centrum Center
Attendance: 10000
Type: Pay Per View
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 27 Apr 2003

Matches

Team Angle (Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin)(C) defeat Los Guerreros (Chavo Guerrero and Eddie Guerrero) in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 14:41
Sean O'Haire defeat Rikishi in a Singles Match
Match Time: 04:52
Kane and Rob Van Dam(C) defeat The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley) in a WWF World Tag Team Title Match (Special Referee: Chief Morley)
Match Time: 13:01
Jazz(C) defeat Trish Stratus in a WWE Women's Title Match
The Big Show defeat Rey Mysterio in a Singles Match
Match Time: 03:45
Brock Lesnar(C) defeat John Cena in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 15:15
Chris Jericho, Ric Flair and Triple H defeat Booker T, Kevin Nash and Shawn Michaels in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 17:45
Goldberg defeat The Rock in a Singles Match
Match Time: 15:00