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WWE Monday Night RAW #1140
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- Tails Azimuth
WWE Live from San Jose: A Night of Thrills and Upsets
San Jose, California - In a thrilling night of action-packed wrestling, WWE brought the heat to the SAP Center in San Jose, California. The sold-out crowd was treated to an eight-match card that saw some unexpected winners, memorable moments, and a healthy dose of athleticism.
Match 1: Daniel Bryan vs. Dolph Ziggler (WWE Intercontinental Title Match)
The night got off to a roaring start as Daniel Bryan defended his WWE Intercontinental Title against the challenger Dolph Ziggler. In a highly competitive match that saw both men give it their all, Bryan emerged victorious in 11:50. The "Yes!" movement leader showcased his signature moves, including a beautiful suicide dive and a devastating running knee strike to secure the win.
Match 2: Eight-Man Tag Team Match
The Lucha Dragons (Kalisto and Sin Cara) teamed up with New Day's Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston to take on Cesaro and Tyson Kidd, along with The Ascension. In a chaotic match that saw all eight men get involved at some point, the good guys came out on top in 10:03. Kalisto's high-flying moves and Sin Cara's agility proved too much for their opponents.
Match 3: Damien Mizdow vs. Stardust
In a brief but entertaining match, Damien Mizdow got the best of Stardust in just 2:24. The charismatic Mizdow used his quickness and cunning to outmaneuver the flashy Stardust, securing a decisive win.
Match 4: Neville vs. Curtis Axel
Neville looked impressive as he dispatched Curtis Axel in just 1:14. The high-flying youngster showcased his aerial attacks, including a stunning shooting star press that sealed the deal.
Match 5: John Cena vs. Dean Ambrose (WWE United States Title Match)
In the main event of the evening, WWE United States Champion John Cena put his title on the line against challenger Dean Ambrose. In a hard-hitting match that saw both men push each other to the limit, Cena emerged victorious in 14:21. The Cenation leader used his patented Attitude Adjustment to secure the win and retain his championship.
Match 6: AJ Lee, Naomi, and Paige vs. Natalya and The Bella Twins
In a highly competitive six-woman tag team match, AJ Lee's team came out on top against Natalya and The Bella Twins. In 13:06 of action, Naomi and Paige proved to be the difference-makers, with Naomi delivering a stunning split-legged senton bomb to Nikki Bella.
Match 7: Rusev vs. Goldust
In a quick but intense match, Rusev got the best of Goldust in just 2:20. The dominant Rusev used his power and agility to overpower the veteran Goldust, securing an impressive win.
Main Event: Randy Orton, Roman Reigns, and Ryback vs. The Authority (Kane, Seth Rollins, and Big Show)
In a thrilling main event, the faces - Randy Orton, Roman Reigns, and Ryback - came together to take on The Authority. In 12:58 of action-packed wrestling, the trio managed to overcome the odds against them, with Reigns delivering a thunderous spear to Seth Rollins to secure the win.
Closing Thoughts
WWE put on an absolute show in San Jose, with some great matches and unexpected winners. Daniel Bryan's title defense against Dolph Ziggler set the tone for an exciting night of wrestling, while John Cena's dominant performance against Dean Ambrose was a highlight. The main event saw the faces come together to overcome The Authority, capping off a thrilling evening in San Jose.
Card Details
- Date: 30 Mar 2015
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: SAP Center
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 30 Mar 2015
Matches
Daniel Bryan
(C)defeat Dolph Ziggler in a WWE Intercontinental Title Match
Match Time: 11:50The Lucha Dragons and The New Day (Kalisto and Sin Cara) defeat The Ascension, Cesaro and Tyson Kidd in a Eight Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 10:03Damien Mizdow defeat Stardust in a Singles Match
Match Time: 02:24Neville defeat Curtis Axel in a Singles Match
Match Time: 01:14John Cena
(C)defeat Dean Ambrose in a WWE United States Title Match
Match Time: 14:21AJ Lee, Naomi and Paige defeat Natalya and The Bella Twins (Brie Bella and Nikki Bella) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 13:06Randy Orton, Roman Reigns and Ryback defeat The Authority (Kane, Seth Rollins and The Big Show) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 12:58