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WWE King Of The Ring 2002
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KING OF THE RING 2002 REVIEW
The Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio was electric as World Wrestling Entertainment brought the heat to fans with their highly anticipated Pay Per View event, King of the Ring 2002. With a sold-out crowd of 14,000 strong, this event was one for the ages.
Semi-Finals Action In the opening matches of the evening, Rob Van Dam and Chris Jericho clashed in an intense semi-final bout. The "Whole F'N Show" proved to be too much for Y2J, securing a hard-fought victory via pinfall at 14:31. Meanwhile, Brock Lesnar continued his dominance over Test, defeating the Master of Disguise in just 8:12.
Cruiserweight Title Thrills Jamie Noble's quest for WWE Cruiserweight Championship gold got underway against The Hurricane. In a thrilling contest, Noble emerged victorious, retaining his title and sending a message to the entire cruiserweight division.
Legends Collide Eddie Guerrero and Ric Flair engaged in a high-flying, hard-hitting match that showcased each competitor's signature moves. In the end, it was the Nature Boy who got the better of Eddie "Latino Heat" Guerrero, securing the win at 17:00.
Women's Championship Showdown Molly Holly faced off against Trish Stratus in a battle for WWE Women's Title supremacy. The bout was marked by intense action and clever counters from both competitors before Molly Holly emerged victorious to retain her title.
Main Event Mayhem The evening's main event featured Kurt Angle taking on Hulk Hogan in a singles match. Despite the Hulkster's best efforts, the Olympic gold medalist proved too much for him, securing the win at 12:05.
King of the Ring Finals In the night's final showdown, Brock Lesnar faced off against Rob Van Dam in the King of the Ring semi-final rematch. The Beast Incarnate was relentless, pinning Van Dam to earn his spot in the tournament finals.
The Main Event of a Lifetime In the evening's main event, WWE Champion Triple H put his title on the line against The Undertaker. The Deadman's quest for revenge was fueled by years of frustration, but Hunter's cunning and skill ultimately allowed him to retain his championship at 23:00.
All in all, King of the Ring 2002 delivered an incredible night of professional wrestling, with each match showcasing the best of what WWE has to offer. As the curtain closes on this event, one thing is certain – the memories made here will be etched in the minds of fans for years to come.
Card Details
- Date: 23 Jun 2002
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Nationwide Arena
- Attendance: 14000
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
Matches
Rob Van Dam defeat Chris Jericho in a King Of The Ring 2002 Semi Final Match
Match Time: 14:31Brock Lesnar defeat Test in a King Of The Ring 2002 Semi Final Match
Match Time: 08:12Jamie Noble
(C)
defeat The Hurricane in a WWE Cruiserweight Title MatchRic Flair defeat Eddie Guerrero in a Singles Match
Match Time: 17:00Molly Holly
(C)
defeat Trish Stratus in a WWE Women's Title MatchKurt Angle defeat Hulk Hogan in a Singles Match
Match Time: 12:05Brock Lesnar defeat Rob Van Dam in a King Of The Ring 2002 Final Match
Match Time: 05:36The Undertaker
(C)
defeat Triple H in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 23:00