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WWE's Thunderous Start to the New Year: A Report from St. Petersburg
By Zach Lowe, Zohash.com Sports Journalist
January 4, 2021 - St. Petersburg, Florida - The WWE kicked off its new year with a bang, delivering an electrifying show that left fans eagerly anticipating more. Tonight's WWE TV special emanated from the WWE ThunderDome at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, featuring a stacked card that showcased some of the company's top talent.
Tag Team Mayhem: The New Day Outlasts Morrison and Miz
The evening began with an action-packed tag team contest pitting the reigning champions, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods (The New Day), against the formidable duo of John Morrison and The Miz. This one was all about high-flying moves, clever counterattacks, and a healthy dose of chaos. In the end, it was the veteran team that emerged victorious, securing a hard-fought win in 13:15.
AJ Styles Shines Bright Against Elias
The New Day's victory was followed by a singles match featuring AJ Styles taking on the enigmatic Elias. This bout showcased Styles' incredible aerial skills and quickness, as he effortlessly dodged Elias' powerful blows before delivering a thunderous Phenomenal Forearm to seal the deal in 9:45.
Women's Action Abounds
The ladies stole the show next with an exciting non-title tag team match featuring Lacey Evans and Peyton Royce against Asuka and Charlotte Flair. The four competitors traded holds, strikes, and near-falls in a thrilling contest that saw Evans and Royce ultimately emerge victorious in 12:30.
Riddle's Surprise Upset
In the next match, Riddle capitalized on Bobby Lashley's aggression to secure an upset victory via submission in 9:05. This one marked another impressive showing for the underdog Riddle, who continues to prove himself as a formidable force in the WWE universe.
Dana Brooke Shocks Shayna Baszler
The women's action continued with Dana Brooke pulling off a shocking quick win over Shayna Baszler via pinfall in just 40 seconds. This brief but intense match showcased the raw power and athleticism of both competitors, setting the stage for potential future encounters.
Randy Orton Reclaims His Spotlight
The main event of the evening saw Randy Orton face Jeff Hardy in a highly anticipated singles match. The two veterans engaged in a back-and-forth battle that featured plenty of near-falls and hard-hitting moves. In the end, it was Orton who emerged victorious, capitalizing on Hardy's momentary lapse to secure a win in 14:10.
The Lucha House Party Shines
In the penultimate match, Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado (The Lucha House Party) defeated Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin (The Hurt Business) in a non-title tag team contest that showcased both teams' impressive aerial skills. This one was all about high-flying moves, clever counters, and a healthy dose of excitement.
Drew McIntyre Regains His Throne
Finally, the evening culminated with Drew McIntyre putting his WWE Championship on the line against Keith Lee in a highly anticipated title match. The two behemoths clashed in a hard-hitting contest that saw both competitors trading blows and near-falls. In the end, it was McIntyre who emerged victorious, retaining his title in a thrilling 21:15 affair.
In conclusion, tonight's WWE TV special set the tone for an exciting new year of professional wrestling. With electrifying matches, thrilling moments, and unforgettable performances, fans have plenty to look forward to as the WWE continues its upward trajectory. For now, we bid you adieu from St. Petersburg - until next time!
Card Details
- Date: 04 Jan 2021
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: WWE ThunderDome (Tropicana Field)
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 04 Jan 2021
Matches
The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) defeat John Morrison and The Miz in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 13:15Lacey Evans and Peyton Royce defeat Asuka and Charlotte Flair in a Non Title Tag Team Match
Match Time: 12:30Riddle defeat Bobby Lashley in a Non Title Match
Match Time: 09:05Dana Brooke defeat Shayna Baszler in a Singles Match
Match Time: 00:40Randy Orton defeat Jeff Hardy in a Singles Match
Match Time: 14:10The Lucha House Party (Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado) defeat The Hurt Business (Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin) in a Non Title Tag Team Match
Match Time: 02:55Drew McIntyre
(C)defeat Keith Lee in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 21:15