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WWE Judgment Day 2009
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- Tails Azimuth
WRESTLEMANIA XXV: A NIGHT TO REMEMBER IN ROSEMONT
Rosemont, Illinois - In front of a sold-out crowd of 14,822 at the Allstate Arena, World Wrestling Entertainment presented WrestleMania XXV, its flagship pay-per-view event. The show lived up to its billing, delivering a thrilling night of action that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The evening began with Umaga's dominant performance against CM Punk in a singles match. The Samoan Bulldozer showcased his impressive power and agility, finishing off Punk with the Samoan Drop to secure a decisive victory (11:52).
Next up was Christian's bid for ECW Heavyweight Championship glory, as he faced Jack Swagger. In a hard-hitting contest that saw both men give it their all, Christian managed to outmaneuver the challenger and retain his title via a quick roll-up (9:33).
John Morrison then took on Shelton Benjamin in a singles match that showcased the technical prowess of both competitors. Morrison's high-flying antics ultimately proved too much for Benjamin, as he nailed the Flying Forearm to secure the win (10:08).
The Intercontinental Championship was up for grabs next, with Rey Mysterio facing off against Chris Jericho. This one was an instant classic, with both men trading near-falls and delivering breathtaking sequences. In the end, Mysterio's aerial assault earned him the title victory (12:37).
The main event of the evening saw Batista put his WWE Championship on the line against Randy Orton. The two powerhouses engaged in a brutal battle that left fans gasping at times. Batista ultimately emerged victorious, retaining his title with a thunderous Batista Bomb (14:44).
In another highly anticipated bout, John Cena faced off against The Big Show. This one was a clash of styles, with the big man looking to use his sheer size and strength to overwhelm the Cenation leader. However, Cena's determination and quickness allowed him to stay in the fight, ultimately securing the win via a series of shoulder blocks (14:57).
Finally, the World Heavyweight Championship was on the line as Edge faced Jeff Hardy. This match had "Match of the Night" written all over it, with both men pushing each other to new heights. In the end, Edge's cunning and opportunism paid off, as he retained his title via a vicious spear (19:53).
All in all, WrestleMania XXV delivered a memorable night of action that will be remembered for some time to come. For more on this event, check out our photo gallery and exclusive interviews with the winners.
WrestleMania XXV Results
- Umaga def. CM Punk
- Christian def. Jack Swagger (ECW Heavyweight Title)
- John Morrison def. Shelton Benjamin
- Rey Mysterio def. Chris Jericho (WWE Intercontinental Title)
- Batista def. Randy Orton (WWE Title)
- John Cena def. The Big Show
- Edge def. Jeff Hardy (World Heavyweight Title)
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Card Details
- Date: 17 May 2009
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Allstate Arena
- Attendance: 14822
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 17 May 2009
Matches
Christian
(C)
defeat Jack Swagger in a ECW Heavyweight Title Match
Match Time: 09:33John Morrison defeat Shelton Benjamin in a Singles Match
Match Time: 10:08Rey Mysterio
(C)
defeat Chris Jericho in a WWE Intercontinental Title Match
Match Time: 12:37Batista
(C)
defeat Randy Orton in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 14:44John Cena defeat The Big Show in a Singles Match
Match Time: 14:57Edge
(C)
defeat Jeff Hardy in a World Heavyweight Title Match
Match Time: 19:53