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WWE Monday Night RAW #1445
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- Tails Azimuth
The WWE's Thunderous Return to St. Petersburg
February 1st, 2021 - Tropicana Field (WWE ThunderDome) - St. Petersburg, Florida
In a night filled with thrilling matches and electric atmosphere, the WWE brought its brand of professional wrestling to the great city of St. Petersburg, Florida. The sold-out crowd at the WWE ThunderDome, nestled within the confines of Tropicana Field, was treated to an evening of high-flying action, cunning strategy, and dramatic twists.
The night kicked off with a United States Title match between Riddle and Bobby Lashley. In a bout that showcased both competitors' athleticism and technical prowess, Riddle managed to outmaneuver the formidable Lashley, securing the pin in an impressive 1:40. This victory marked another milestone in Riddle's quest for championship gold.
Next up was Xavier Woods taking on Mustafa Ali in a singles match. The two Superstars displayed their trademark blend of agility and power, with Woods ultimately emerging victorious after a well-timed "Glorious DDT" in 4:10. This win not only boosted Woods' confidence but also set him up for future title opportunities.
Damian Priest continued his winning streak by defeating The Miz in another singles contest. The charismatic duo put on an excellent show, with Priest's superior strength and agility proving too much for the cunning Miz. The match concluded in 4:25, cementing Priest's status as a force to be reckoned with.
The WWE RAW Tag Team Titles were up for grabs when The Hurt Business (Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin) faced off against Lucha House Party (Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado). In an action-packed match that showcased the tag team division's depth, The Hurt Business secured a thrilling victory in 11:57.
The Women's Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Triple Threat Match stole the show, featuring Lana and Naomi, Asuka and Charlotte Flair, Dana Brooke and Mandy Rose. This match was an absolute thrill ride, with each Superstar bringing their unique style to the table. In the end, it was Lana and Naomi who emerged victorious in 11:05, setting them up for a future title shot.
Carlito and Jeff Hardy teamed up to take on Elias and Jaxson Ryker in a tag team match. This bout saw the high-flying Hardy bring his signature moveset to bear, ultimately securing the win for himself and Carlito in 5:55.
In one of the evening's most highly anticipated matches, Alexa Bliss faced off against Nikki Cross. These two rivals put on an intense show, with Bliss eventually securing a submission victory via the "Twisted Bliss" move in 6:45. This win marked a significant milestone in Bliss' ongoing quest for redemption.
The main event saw Edge take on Randy Orton in a thrilling singles match. The two legends went toe-to-toe, trading holds and counters in an epic struggle that spanned nearly 16 minutes. In the end, it was Edge who emerged victorious, securing the pin and sending a message to the entire WWE universe.
As the night drew to a close, the WWE left St. Petersburg with a memorable show that will be remembered for weeks to come. With so many outstanding performances and upsets throughout the evening, one thing is certain: the WWE's ThunderDome series has truly brought the heat to the world of professional wrestling.
Match Ratings
- Riddle vs. Bobby Lashley (WWE United States Title Match) - 4/5
- Xavier Woods vs. Mustafa Ali - 3.5/5
- Damian Priest vs. The Miz - 3.5/5
- The Hurt Business vs. Lucha House Party (WWE RAW Tag Team Titles) - 4.5/5
- Women's Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Triple Threat Match - 4.5/5
- Carlito and Jeff Hardy vs. Elias and Jaxson Ryker - 3.5/5
- Alexa Bliss vs. Nikki Cross - 4/5
- Edge vs. Randy Orton - 5/5
Overall Rating: 4.2/5
Card Details
- Date: 01 Feb 2021
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: WWE ThunderDome (Tropicana Field)
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 01 Feb 2021
Matches
Riddle
(C)
defeat Bobby Lashley in a WWE United States Title Match
Match Time: 01:40Xavier Woods defeat Mustafa Ali in a Singles Match
Match Time: 04:10Damian Priest defeat The Miz in a Singles Match
Match Time: 04:25The Hurt Business (Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin)
(C)
defeat The Lucha House Party (Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado) in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 11:57Lana and Naomi defeat Asuka and Charlotte Flair and Dana Brooke and Mandy Rose in a WWE Women's Tag Team Title #1 Contendership Triple Threat Match
Match Time: 11:05Carlito and Jeff Hardy defeat Elias and Jaxson Ryker in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 05:55Alexa Bliss defeat Nikki Cross in a Singles Match
Match Time: 06:45Edge defeat Randy Orton in a Singles Match
Match Time: 16:05