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WWE Friday Night SmackDown #1265
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- Tails Azimuth
WWF Report: SmackDown Live from Evansville
November 16th, 2023 - Ford Center, Evansville, Indiana - Attendance: 5990
Last night's edition of WWE SmackDown was a thrilling affair that saw the Street Profits secure a shot at the tag team titles, while Grayson Waller continued his winning streak. Here's a breakdown of the action-packed card:
Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Triple Threat Match: The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) vs. Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince and Kit Wilson) vs. The Brawling Brutes (Butch and Ridge Holland)
The main event got underway with a chaotic triple threat match for the SmackDown Tag Team Title #1 Contendership. In a wild ride that lasted 10 minutes and 58 seconds, the Street Profits managed to outmaneuver both Pretty Deadly and The Brawling Brutes to secure their spot at the top of the tag team ranks.
The match saw all six competitors give it their all, with each tandem trading near-falls and big moves. Butch's vicious lariat almost paid off, while Kit Wilson's aerial assault had the crowd on its feet. However, Angelo Dawkins' incredible springboard clothesline sealed the deal for the Street Profits.
Singles Match: Dragon Lee vs. Axiom
In a high-flying contest that showcased both men's agility, Dragon Lee came out on top against Axiom in a 9-minute and 30-second battle. Both competitors took to the skies, trading impressive sequences of moves that left the audience gasping.
Axiom nearly had the win with his Ascent finisher, but Dragon Lee countered with a stunning combination of kicks to secure the victory.
Singles Match: Grayson Waller vs. Cameron Grimes
In a swift and brutal encounter, Grayson Waller continued his winning streak by defeating Cameron Grimes in just 2 minutes and 42 seconds. The self-proclaimed "Tearin' Trent" unleashed a vicious kick to take down the former NXT Champion, followed by a thunderous senton bomb for the win.
Singles Match: LA Knight vs. Jimmy Uso
LA Knight's power was on full display as he defeated Jimmy Uso in a 9-minute and 20-second contest. The two competitors exchanged heavy hits, but it was LA Knight who landed the decisive blow with his Fireman's Carry Cutthroat Driver.
Overall, SmackDown delivered a strong showing, with each match showcasing the unique strengths of its competitors. As we head into the holiday season, it'll be fascinating to see how these storylines unfold and what surprises WWE has in store for us. Until next time, when the bell tolls...
Card Details
- Date: 16 Nov 2023
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Ford Center
- Attendance: 5990
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 16 Nov 2023
Matches
The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) defeat Pretty Deadly (Elton Prince and Kit Wilson) and The Brawling Brutes (Butch and Ridge Holland) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Triple Threat Match
Match Time: 10:58Dragon Lee defeat Axiom in a Singles Match
Match Time: 09:30Grayson Waller defeat Cameron Grimes in a Singles Match
Match Time: 02:42LA Knight defeat Jimmy Uso in a Singles Match
Match Time: 09:20