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WWE Hell In A Cell 2018
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- Tails Azimuth
Hell in a Cell: A Night of Brutal Bouts and Shattered Dreams
September 16th, 2018, San Antonio, Texas - The AT&T Center played host to WWE's latest pay-per-view extravaganza, Hell in a Cell, and what a night it was. From opening bell to closing curtain, the evening delivered on its promise of high-stakes action, thrilling comebacks, and a healthy dose of chaos.
Hellfire Ignites as Orton Outlasts Hardy
The main event of the evening set the tone for what would be a wild ride - Randy Orton's Hell in a Cell match against Jeff Hardy. This wasn't just a battle between two legends; it was a clash of titans, with each man hell-bent on emerging victorious. The pace was frantic from the get-go, with both competitors trading blows and near-falls like they were playing a game of keep-away with their sanity. In the end, Orton's cunning and experience proved too much for Hardy, as he secured the pinfall victory at 24:53.
The Queen Bee Falls
In a highly anticipated women's title match, Becky Lynch faced off against Charlotte Flair for the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship. The two competitors brought their A-game, trading holds and counters in a thrilling contest that had the crowd on the edge of their seats. In the end, it was Lynch who emerged victorious, pinning Flair at 13:53 to claim her first women's title reign.
Tag Team Tussle
The Shield (Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins) put their WWE RAW Tag Team Championship titles on the line against a formidable foe in Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre. This one was all about high-flying action, with both teams trading moves and near-falls like they were competing in an Olympic gymnastics event. In the end, it was the challengers who emerged victorious, pinning The Shield at 22:57 to become new champions.
The Main Event Mayhem
AJ Styles faced off against Samoa Joe in a hard-hitting WWE Title match that had all the makings of an instant classic. These two competitors know each other's moves inside and out, making for a chess match-like contest where every counter was met with a swift response. In the end, it was Styles who emerged victorious, pinning Joe at 19:02 to retain his title.
Mixed Bag of Emotions
Maryse and The Miz took on Brie Bella and Daniel Bryan in a Mixed Tag Team Match that had its fair share of drama. This one was all about playing to the crowd's emotions, with each team trading moves and moments designed to illicit a response from the audience. In the end, it was Maryse and The Miz who emerged victorious, pinning their opponents at 13:01.
RAW Women's Title on the Line
Ronda Rousey faced off against Alexa Bliss for the WWE RAW Women's Championship in a match that had all the makings of an intense battle. These two competitors know each other's strengths and weaknesses like the back of their hand, making for a contest that was as much about strategy as it was about pure athleticism. In the end, Rousey emerged victorious, pinning Bliss at 12:00 to retain her title.
Universal Title Chaos
The main event of the evening - Roman Reigns vs. Braun Strowman in a WWE Universal Title Hell in a Cell match - ended in controversy when both men failed to emerge victorious. Despite the chaos and destruction that ensued throughout the match, neither competitor was able to secure a pinfall or submission victory, leaving the audience with more questions than answers.
In the end, it was a night that will be remembered for its thrilling matches, shocking moments, and unforgettable drama. As we look back on Hell in a Cell 2018, one thing is certain - this was an evening that will leave a lasting impact on the world of professional wrestling.
Card Details
- Date: 16 Sep 2018
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: AT&T Center
- Attendance: 15216
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 16 Sep 2018
Matches
Randy Orton defeat Jeff Hardy in a Hell In A Cell Match
Match Time: 24:53Becky Lynch
(C)
defeat Charlotte Flair in a WWE SmackDown Women's Title Match
Match Time: 13:53Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre
(C)
defeat The Shield (Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins) in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 22:57AJ Styles
(C)
defeat Samoa Joe in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 19:02Maryse and The Miz defeat Brie Bella and Daniel Bryan in a Mixed Tag Team Match
Match Time: 13:01Ronda Rousey
(C)
defeat Alexa Bliss in a WWE RAW Women's Title Match
Match Time: 12:00Roman Reigns
(C)
vs. Braun Strowman in a WWE Universal Title Hell In A Cell Match - No Contest
Match Time: 23:50