WWE Monday Night RAW #1493

WWE SmackDown Report: A Night of Thrills and Surprises at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena

January 3rd, 2022 - Greenville, South Carolina, USA

The WWE's SmackDown brand kicked off the new year with a bang, delivering a thrilling card that left fans on the edge of their seats. The packed Bon Secours Wellness Arena was electric as the Superstars brought the heat in a night filled with surprises and action-packed matches.

Match 1: Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) vs. RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Riddle)

The show got underway with a non-title tag team match pitting the up-and-coming Alpha Academy against the veteran duo of Randy Orton and Riddle, collectively known as RK-Bro. In a fast-paced affair, Alpha Academy's Chad Gable and Otis outmaneuvered their opponents to secure a 2:40 victory.

Match 2: WWE 24/7 Title Mixed Tag Team Match - Dana Brooke and Reggie vs. Akira Tozawa and Tamina

The action continued with the WWE 24/7 Title on the line in a mixed tag team match. Dana Brooke and Reggie, a surprise pairing, took down Akira Tozawa and Tamina in just 1:10 to capture the title.

Match 3: WWE Women's Tag Team Title Match - Carmella and Queen Zelina vs. Nikki ASH and Rhea Ripley

The women's division shone bright with a thrilling tag team title match. Carmella and Queen Zelina successfully defended their titles against Nikki ASH and Rhea Ripley, overcoming the underdogs in 2:40.

Match 4: The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) vs. Apollo Crews and Commander Azeez

In a hard-hitting tag team match, The Street Profits battled Apollo Crews and Commander Azeez. Despite their opponents' size advantage, Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford emerged victorious in 2:15.

Match 5: WWE United States Title Match - Damian Priest vs. Dolph Ziggler

The main event of the evening saw Damian Priest put his WWE United States Title on the line against the cunning Dolph Ziggler. In a back-and-forth affair, Priest retained his title in an intense 9:00 match.

Match 6: AJ Styles vs. Omos

A singles match pitting two of the promotion's top stars saw Omos dominate AJ Styles en route to a convincing victory in 3:45.

Main Event: WWE Title #1 Contendership Fatal Four Way Match - Bobby Lashley vs. Big E, Kevin Owens, and Seth Rollins

The night culminated with a thrilling fatal four-way match for the right to challenge for the WWE Title. In an incredible display of strength and agility, Bobby Lashley outlasted Big E, Kevin Owens, and Seth Rollins to earn his spot at the top of the title picture in 18:40.

Final Thoughts

WWE SmackDown delivered a memorable night of action-packed matches, surprises, and thrilling moments. As we look ahead to the new year, it's clear that this promotion is stacked with talented Superstars capable of delivering unforgettable performances. Until next time...

For Zohash.com - Simon Campbell

Card Details

Date: 03 Jan 2022
Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
Arena: Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Attendance: 5200
Type: TV-Show
Broadcast Type: Live
Broadcast Date: 03 Jan 2022

Matches

Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) defeat RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Riddle) in a Non Title Tag Team Match
Match Time: 02:40
Dana Brooke and Reggie(C) defeat Akira Tozawa and Tamina in a WWE 24/7 Title Mixed Tag Team Match
Match Time: 01:10
Carmella and Queen Zelina(C) defeat Nikki ASH and Rhea Ripley in a WWE Women's Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 02:40
The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) defeat Apollo Crews and Commander Azeez in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 02:15
Damian Priest(C) defeat Dolph Ziggler in a WWE United States Title Match
Match Time: 09:00
Omos defeat AJ Styles in a Singles Match
Match Time: 03:45
Bobby Lashley defeat Big E, Kevin Owens and Seth Rollins in a WWE Title #1 Contendership Fatal Four Way Match
Match Time: 18:40