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WWE Monday Night RAW #1442
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- Tails Azimuth
WWE's ThunderDome Thrills with Unpredictable Match-ups
St. Petersburg, Florida - January 11, 2021 - The WWE's innovative ThunderDome setup at Tropicana Field proved to be a perfect storm of athleticism and drama as the promotion delivered an electrifying night of professional wrestling action.
The evening kicked off with Lacey Evans notching a hard-fought victory over Charlotte Flair in a singles match that showcased both women's technical prowess. Evans' impressive display of grappling and striking left Flair reeling, ultimately resulting in the win at 12:30.
In a shocking turn of events, Jaxson Ryker took down Jeff Hardy in just 49 seconds, sending shockwaves through the crowd. This explosive encounter would set the tone for the evening's unpredictable match-ups.
Hardy, however, managed to bounce back quickly, defeating Elias in a singles match that lasted a mere 3:54. The Hardy Boyz' founder showcased his trademark aerial prowess, leaving Elias reeling and setting up a potential future rivalry.
Tag team action saw Keith Lee and Sheamus outmaneuver John Morrison and The Miz, demonstrating their collective strength and cunning en route to the win at 12:50.
The night's main event pitted Bobby Lashley against Riddle for the WWE United States Title. In a stunning upset, Lashley claimed victory in just 1:58, ending Riddle's reign and cementing his own title aspirations.
Preceding this blockbuster bout was an intriguing showdown between Riddle and MVP. Riddle emerged victorious, taking down the veteran grappler in just 1:24. This brief but intense encounter hinted at a deeper rivalry brewing between these two exceptional athletes.
AJ Styles continued to assert his dominance, besting Drew Gulak in a singles match that clocked in at 3:13. The Phenomenal One's aerial prowess and quickness proved too much for the formidable Gulak.
The evening concluded with Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler teaming up to take down Dana Brooke and Mandy Rose in a tag team match that lasted 3:22. This hard-hitting encounter showcased each team's unique strengths, leaving fans eagerly anticipating future matches between these four competitors.
As the curtain closed on this action-packed card, one thing is clear: WWE's ThunderDome has truly arrived as a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling. The unpredictable match-ups and electric atmosphere have set the stage for an unforgettable year ahead.
Zohash.com Rating: 4.5/5 (Excellent)
Top Performers:
- Keith Lee
- Bobby Lashley
- Riddle
- AJ Styles
Underrated Gems:
- Jaxson Ryker's lightning-fast victory over Jeff Hardy
- Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler's dominant tag team performance
Card Details
- Date: 11 Jan 2021
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: WWE ThunderDome (Tropicana Field)
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 11 Jan 2021
Matches
Lacey Evans defeat Charlotte Flair in a Singles Match
Match Time: 12:30Jaxson Ryker defeat Jeff Hardy in a Singles Match
Match Time: 00:49Jeff Hardy defeat Elias in a Singles Match
Match Time: 03:54Keith Lee and Sheamus defeat John Morrison and The Miz in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 12:50Keith Lee defeat Sheamus in a Singles Match
Match Time: 06:55T-BAR defeat Xavier Woods in a Singles Match
Match Time: 04:57Bobby Lashley
(C)
defeat Riddle in a WWE United States Title Match
Match Time: 01:58AJ Styles defeat Drew Gulak in a Singles Match
Match Time: 03:13Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler defeat Dana Brooke and Mandy Rose in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 03:22