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WWE Crown Jewel 2018
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WWE Crown Jewel Report
I'm thrilled to share my thoughts on the recent WWE Crown Jewel event, which took place at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This pay-per-view extravaganza lived up to its billing, delivering a thrilling card that left fans in awe.
WWE World Cup Tournament
The night began with the WWE World Cup Tournament, featuring an impressive lineup of superstars vying for the top spot. Rey Mysterio kicked things off with a dominant win over Randy Orton, showcasing his signature high-flying moves and quickness. Next up, The Miz proved why he's a top contender, taking down Jeff Hardy in a hard-hitting encounter.
Seth Rollins continued his winning streak, defeating Bobby Lashley via submission. Meanwhile, Dolph Ziggler capitalized on Kurt Angle's misstep to secure the win and advance to the semifinals.
Semifinal Showdown
The Miz faced off against Rey Mysterio in an absolute barnburner of a match. Both competitors left it all in the ring, but The Miz ultimately emerged victorious, setting up his showdown with Dolph Ziggler in the final.
Ziggler's encounter with Seth Rollins was another highlight-reel performance, as both men traded near-falls and showed incredible resilience. In the end, Ziggler outsmarted Rollins to earn a spot in the World Cup Final.
Championship Matches
The WWE Title match between AJ Styles and Samoa Joe was an absolute thrill ride. Both champions gave it their all, but Styles' agility and quickness ultimately proved too much for Joe.
Meanwhile, Brock Lesnar's destruction of Braun Strowman in the WWE Universal Title match left everyone in attendance on their feet. The Beast Incarnate's sheer power and dominance made this encounter an instant classic.
Main Event Mayhem
The night concluded with the WWE World Cup Final between Shane McMahon and Dolph Ziggler. This grudge match saw both men laying it all out, but ultimately, McMahon's cunning and determination earned him the victory.
DX Reunion
To cap off the evening, we witnessed a special treat – the long-awaited reunion of D-Generation X (Shawn Michaels and Triple H) against The Brothers of Destruction (Kane and The Undertaker). This historic match was an absolute spectacle, with both teams delivering an unforgettable performance. In the end, DX emerged victorious, capping off an unforgettable night in Saudi Arabia.
Final Thoughts
WWE Crown Jewel 2018 was a true celebration of professional wrestling. Each match brought its unique blend of excitement, drama, and athleticism. The WWE World Cup Tournament proved to be an outstanding concept, showcasing some of the company's top talent. If you missed this event, I urge you to seek out highlights – it's an absolute must-see.
Rating: 9/10
Recommendation: Don't miss D-Generation X's reunion match; it's a must-watch for any wrestling fan.
Card Details
- Date: 02 Nov 2018
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: King Saud University Stadium
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 02 Nov 2018
Matches
Rey Mysterio defeat Randy Orton in a WWE World Cup Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 05:30The Miz defeat Jeff Hardy in a WWE World Cup Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 07:05Seth Rollins defeat Bobby Lashley in a WWE World Cup Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 05:30Dolph Ziggler defeat Kurt Angle in a WWE World Cup Tournament First Round Match
Match Time: 08:10The Bar (Cesaro and Sheamus)
(C)
defeat The New Day (Big E and Kofi Kingston) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 10:30The Miz defeat Rey Mysterio in a WWE World Cup Tournament Semi Final Match
Match Time: 11:15Dolph Ziggler defeat Seth Rollins in a WWE World Cup Tournament Semi Final Match
Match Time: 13:05AJ Styles
(C)
defeat Samoa Joe in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 11:15Brock Lesnar
(C)
defeat Braun Strowman in a WWE Universal Title Match
Match Time: 03:15Shane McMahon defeat Dolph Ziggler in a WWE World Cup Tournament Final Match
Match Time: 02:30D-Generation X (Shawn Michaels and Triple H) defeat The Brothers Of Destruction (Kane and The Undertaker) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 27:45