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WWE Monday Night RAW #1177

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WWL: A Night of Unpredictability at the Wells Fargo Center

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - December 14th, 2015 - The World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) made its way to the City of Brotherly Love on Monday night, delivering a card full of surprises and excitement at the packed Wells Fargo Center.

The show got off to an unpredictable start as Dean Ambrose and Dolph Ziggler clashed in a non-title match. In a bout that saw both men trading near-falls and displaying their signature high-flying moves, the contest ultimately ended in a no-contest after interference from Ziggler's former partner, Stardust. The match itself was an intense and thrilling display of athleticism, with Ambrose and Ziggler leaving it all in the ring (12:20).

The action continued as Bo Dallas took on R-Truth in a singles match. In what proved to be a relatively short but entertaining contest, both men traded holds and strikes before the referee called off the bout due to an inability to continue. The result was another no-contest (3:25).

However, the tone of the evening changed when The League of Nations (Alberto Del Rio and Rusev) faced off against Jack Swagger and Ryback in a tag team match. In what was initially expected to be a dominant performance from the heel duo, The League found themselves struggling to contain their opponents. Despite this, they managed to eke out a narrow victory, with Del Rio securing the pinfall (6:31).

The night's first real highlight came when Neville took on Tyler Breeze in a singles match. In a contest that showcased both men's technical prowess and aerial abilities, Neville emerged victorious after a series of impressive moves, including his patented Red Arrow (4:56).

In what was arguably the main event of the evening, The Wyatt Family (Braun Strowman, Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan, and Luke Harper) faced off against an unlikely trio of opponents in Rhyno, The Dudley Boyz, and Tommy Dreamer. In a chaotic extreme rules eight-man tag team match that saw every participant give it their all, The Wyatt Family ultimately emerged victorious after a series of brutal attacks (15:30).

The women's division took center stage next as Becky Lynch and Charlotte faced off against Team Bella (Alicia Fox and Brie Bella) in a tag team match. In what was an intense and physical contest, the two teams traded holds and strikes before Lynch secured the win with a devastating Dis-arm-Her (3:28).

Finally, it was time for Roman Reigns to face off against Sheamus in a WWE title match. In what proved to be an epic clash between two of the promotion's top stars, Reigns emerged victorious after a series of impressive moves, including his signature Spear and a thunderous Big Dog (16:55).

In the end, it was a night that will be remembered for its unpredictability and excitement at the Wells Fargo Center. While not every match went according to plan, each contest delivered in terms of action and drama. The WWE has undoubtedly set the stage for an intriguing week ahead.

Rating: 8/10

Match of the Night: Roman Reigns vs. Sheamus (WWE Title Match)

Surprise of the Night: Dean Ambrose and Dolph Ziggler's no-contest opening match

Most Entertaining Performance: Neville (vs. Tyler Breeze)


Card Details

  • Date: 14 Dec 2015
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: Wells Fargo Center
  • Type: TV-Show
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 14 Dec 2015

Matches

  1. Dean Ambrose vs. Dolph Ziggler in a Non Title Match - No Contest
    Match Time: 12:20

  2. Bo Dallas vs. R-Truth in a Singles Match - No Contest
    Match Time: 03:25

  3. The League Of Nations (Alberto Del Rio and Rusev) defeat Jack Swagger and Ryback in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 06:31

  4. Neville defeat Tyler Breeze in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 04:56

  5. The Wyatt Family (Braun Strowman, Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan and Luke Harper) defeat Rhyno, The Dudley Boyz and Tommy Dreamer in a Extreme Rules Eight Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 15:30

  6. Becky Lynch and Charlotte defeat Team Bella (Alicia Fox and Brie Bella) in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 03:28

  7. Roman Reigns(C) defeat Sheamus in a WWE Title Match
    Match Time: 16:55