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WWE Monday Night RAW #1037
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- Tails Azimuth
WWE Monday Night Raw Report
East Rutherford, New Jersey - Izod Center - April 8th, 2013
The WWE's flagship show, Monday Night Raw, came to the Izod Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey last night, and what a night it was! The Superstars of the WWE put on a spectacular display of athleticism, drama, and entertainment for the packed crowd.
Match #1: Big E. Langston defeats Daniel Bryan (2:20)
The evening kicked off with Big E. Langston taking on Daniel Bryan in a singles match. Langston's sheer power proved too much for Bryan, as he delivered a thunderous Big Ending to secure the win. Despite the loss, Bryan showed his trademark resilience and refused to back down from the challenge.
Match #2: Wade Barrett defeats The Miz (WWE Intercontinental Title Match)
The first half of the show was capped off with a thrilling WWE Intercontinental Title match between Wade Barrett and The Miz. In a hard-hitting contest, Barrett's cunning and experience ultimately gave him the edge, as he retained his title by pinning The Miz.
Match #3: Alberto Del Rio defeats Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter (2-on-1 Handicap Match) (11:15)
In an intriguing 2-on-1 handicap match, Alberto Del Rio took on both Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter. Despite being at a disadvantage, Del Rio utilized his cunning and quickness to outmaneuver the duo, securing the win.
Match #4: Dolph Ziggler defeats Alberto Del Rio (World Heavyweight Title Match)
The main event of the night saw Dolph Ziggler challenge Alberto Del Rio for the World Heavyweight Championship. In a back-and-forth battle, Ziggler's quickness and agility allowed him to outmaneuver Del Rio, ultimately securing the pin and winning the title.
Match #5: R-Truth, Santino Marella, and Zack Ryder defeat 3MB (Six-Man Tag Team Match) (3:25)
In a fun-filled six-man tag team match, R-Truth, Santino Marella, and Zack Ryder took on 3MB. The babyfaces' teamwork and athleticism proved too much for the heel trio, as they emerged victorious.
Match #6: Randy Orton vs. Sheamus - No Contest (15:00)
In a highly anticipated match, Randy Orton faced off against Sheamus in a singles contest. Despite both Superstars giving it their all, the bout ultimately ended in a no-contest due to outside interference from The Shield.
Match #7: Fandango defeats Kofi Kingston (1:25)
The evening's penultimate match saw Fandango take on Kofi Kingston. In a relatively short contest, Fandango's aerial attacks proved too much for Kingston, securing the win.
Match #8: Tons Of Funk and The Funkadactyls defeat Team Rhodes Scholars and The Bella Twins (Mixed Eight-Man Tag Team Match) (2:25)
The show was capped off with a mixed eight-man tag team match featuring Tons Of Funk, The Funkadactyls, Team Rhodes Scholars, and The Bella Twins. In a fun-filled contest, the babyface duo emerged victorious.
Match #9: John Cena defeats Mark Henry (Non-Title Match) (3:24)
The evening's main event saw John Cena take on Mark Henry in a non-title match. Despite Henry's size and strength advantage, Cena's determination and athleticism allowed him to secure the win.
A fantastic night of professional wrestling came to a close at the Izod Center last night. The WWE's Superstars put on an incredible display of athleticism, drama, and entertainment for the packed crowd. Until next time, farewell from Zohash.com!
Card Details
- Date: 08 Apr 2013
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Izod Center
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 08 Apr 2013
Matches
Big E. Langston defeat Daniel Bryan in a Singles Match
Match Time: 02:20Wade Barrett
(C)
defeat The Miz in a WWE Intercontinental Title MatchAlberto Del Rio defeat Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter in a Two On One Handicap Match
Match Time: 11:15Dolph Ziggler
(C)
defeat Alberto Del Rio in a World Heavyweight Title MatchR-Truth, Santino Marella and Zack Ryder defeat 3MB (Drew McIntyre, Heath Slater and Jinder Mahal) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 03:25Randy Orton vs. Sheamus in a Singles Match - No Contest
Match Time: 15:00Fandango defeat Kofi Kingston in a Singles Match
Match Time: 01:25Tons Of Funk and The Funkadactyls (Brodus Clay and Tensai) defeat Team Rhodes Scholars and The Bella Twins (Cody Rhodes and Damien Sandow) in a Mixed Eight Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 02:25John Cena defeat Mark Henry in a Non Title Match
Match Time: 03:24