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January 1st, 2022 - State Farm Arena, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
The Big Day of Wrestling Arrives: WWE's New Year's SmackDown PPV Recap
In a year that will be etched in the annals of professional wrestling history, the World Wrestling Entertainment promotion capped off an unforgettable 2021 with their annual New Year's SmackDown pay-per-view extravaganza. The packed State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia played host to a star-studded lineup featuring some of the best grapplers on the WWE roster.
Match 1: WWE SmackDown Tag Team Titles - The Usos (Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso) vs. The New Day (King Woods and Kofi Kingston)
The opening contest saw two of the most exciting teams in the WWE squared off for the SmackDown Tag Team Championships. The Usos, looking to continue their reign of dominance, faced stiff competition from the high-flying trio that is The New Day.
In a thrilling 17:03 encounter, the tag team specialists traded moves and near-falls aplenty before Jimmy Uso secured the pin with his patented Samoan Splash. The champions retained their titles in a match that had the crowd on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Match 2: Drew McIntyre vs. Madcap Moss
The Scottish Psychopath, Drew McIntyre, took on the unpredictable Madcap Moss in a singles bout. McIntyre's wrestling prowess proved too much for Moss, who was unable to withstand the onslaught of strikes and suplexes delivered by his formidable foe.
In just 9:42, McIntyre emerged victorious, showcasing why he is one of the top talents on the WWE roster.
Match 3: WWE RAW Tag Team Titles - RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Riddle) vs. The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford)
The rivalry between these two teams reached new heights as they clashed for the RAW Tag Team Championships. RK-Bro, the reigning champions, looked to continue their reign of terror against the challenger duo.
In an 11:14 contest that saw both sides trading holds and near-falls, Randy Orton's RKO out of nowhere sealed the deal for his team. The victory cemented their status as one of the top tag teams in the WWE today.
Match 4: Edge vs. The Miz
The Rated-R Superstar, Edge, took on the self-proclaimed "A-Lister" The Miz in a highly anticipated singles encounter. This match had all the makings of a classic - two seasoned pros with a wealth of experience going toe-to-toe.
In a thrilling 20:03 encounter that saw both men pushing each other to their limits, Edge's signature Spear proved too much for The Miz. The victory marked another milestone in the storied career of the WWE Hall of Famer.
Match 5: WWE RAW Women's Title - Becky Lynch vs. Liv Morgan
The Queen of Spades, Becky Lynch, put her RAW Women's Championship on the line against the challenger Liv Morgan. This contest pitted two of the most exciting women in the WWE against each other.
In a hard-hitting 16:57 encounter that saw both competitors give it their all, Lynch's signature Manhandle Slam secured the victory and retained her title.
Main Event: WWE Title Fatal Five-Way - Brock Lesnar vs. Big E, Bobby Lashley, Kevin Owens, and Seth Rollins
The main event of the evening featured a star-studded quintet vying for the WWE Championship. This was it - the biggest match of the night, with the entire world watching.
In an explosive 8:20 contest that saw each competitor delivering their A-game, Brock Lesnar emerged victorious, retaining his title in the process. The Beast Incarnate's sheer strength and power proved too much for the competition, cementing his status as one of the all-time greats in the WWE.
And so, another year comes to a close for the WWE, but what an unforgettable way to ring it in. From start to finish, this card had something for everyone - action-packed matches, memorable moments, and a main event that will be etched in the annals of professional wrestling history.
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Card Details
- Date: 01 Jan 2022
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: State Farm Arena
- Attendance: 13657
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 01 Jan 2022
Matches
The Usos (Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso)
(C)defeat The New Day (King Woods and Kofi Kingston) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 17:03Drew McIntyre defeat Madcap Moss in a Singles Match
Match Time: 09:42RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Riddle)
(C)defeat The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 11:14Becky Lynch
(C)defeat Liv Morgan in a WWE RAW Women's Title Match
Match Time: 16:57Brock Lesnar
(C)defeat Big E, Bobby Lashley, Kevin Owens and Seth Rollins in a WWE Title Fatal Five Way Match
Match Time: 08:20