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WWE Friday Night SmackDown #506
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- Tails Azimuth
WWE SmackDown @ Madison Square Garden Report
April 28th, 2009 - New York City, NY
In front of a packed house at the iconic Madison Square Garden, WWE presented a star-studded SmackDown taping that will be remembered for quite some time. The sold-out crowd of 17,294 fans witnessed a thrilling card featuring four high-octane matches.
Match #1: John Morrison vs Shelton Benjamin - Singles Match
The show kicked off with John Morrison taking on Shelton Benjamin in what turned out to be an excellent opening match. Both competitors showcased their technical prowess, exchanging holds and near-falls throughout the bout. In the end, it was Morrison's innovative moveset that proved too much for Benjamin, securing a 2:43 victory.
Match #2: World Heavyweight Title #1 Contendership Fatal Four Way Elimination Match
The main event of the evening featured an absolute thrill ride as Jeff Hardy battled Chris Jericho, Kane, and Rey Mysterio in a Fatal Four-Way Elimination match for the right to challenge the WWE Champion. The action was non-stop from start to finish, with each competitor showcasing their unique set of skills. In the end, it was Hardy who emerged victorious, eliminating all three opponents en route to a well-deserved 17:31 win.
Match #3: Montel Vontavious Porter vs Dolph Ziggler - WWE United States Title Match
The third match saw MVP put his WWE United States Championship on the line against Dolph Ziggler. The challenger, looking to make a statement, came close to pulling off an upset, but ultimately fell short. MVP's technical prowess and power allowed him to secure a 3:55 victory.
Match #4: CM Punk vs Edge - Non-Title Match
The evening closed out with CM Punk taking on the cunning Edge in a non-title contest. The two competitors engaged in a hard-hitting, back-and-forth battle that showcased their impressive chemistry. In the end, it was Punk who gained the upper hand, forcing Edge to submit via armbar in 11:35.
Overall, this SmackDown taping proved to be an unforgettable experience for the packed crowd at Madison Square Garden. With a mix of high-flying action, technical grappling, and intense brawling, there was something for every fan to enjoy. As always, WWE delivered a top-notch product that will surely leave fans eagerly anticipating the next event.
Rating: 4.5/5
Recommendation: If you're a fan of high-flying action, technical wrestling, or just want to see some of the best in-ring performers in the world, this SmackDown taping is an absolute must-watch.
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Card Details
- Date: 28 Apr 2009
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Madison Square Garden
- Attendance: 17294
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Taped
- Broadcast Date: 01 May 2009
Matches
John Morrison defeat Shelton Benjamin in a Singles Match
Match Time: 02:43Jeff Hardy defeat Chris Jericho, Kane and Rey Mysterio in a World Heavyweight Title #1 Contendership Fatal Four Way Elimination Match
Match Time: 17:31Montel Vontavious Porter
(C)defeat Dolph Ziggler in a WWE United States Title Match
Match Time: 03:55