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- Tails Azimuth
WWE Live Event Review: A Thrilling Night in Des Moines
By Jonathan Wilson, Zohash Sports Desk
December 19th, 2022 - Wells Fargo Arena, Des Moines, Iowa
The WWE delivered a scintillating show at the Wells Fargo Arena last night, with a packed house of 5,666 fans enjoying a thrilling card that showcased some of the promotion's top talent. From high-flying tag team action to intense ladder matches and hard-hitting singles bouts, there was something for everyone in this live event.
The Street Profits Take Down The Judgment Day
Kicking things off were Tag Team Champions The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), who successfully defended their titles against Damian Priest and Finn Balor of The Judgment Day. This high-energy opener saw both teams trading near-falls, with the champions ultimately emerging victorious in a well-paced 9:00 contest.
Rhea Ripley Makes Quick Work of Akira Tozawa
In a relatively short but sweet singles match, Rhea Ripley dispatched Akira Tozawa in just 4:55. The Australian powerhouse showcased her impressive strength and agility, overpowering the high-flying Tozawa with a series of thunderous moves.
The OC Outmuscle Alpha Academy
Next up, The OC (Karl Anderson and Luke Gallows) defeated Alpha Academy's Chad Gable and Otis in another tag team encounter. This contest saw the veteran duo from The OC use their experience and cunning to outmaneuver their opponents, ultimately securing a 9:05 win.
The Miz Conquers Dexter Lumis in Ladder Match
The main event of the undercard was undoubtedly The Miz's thrilling ladder match against Dexter Lumis. This intense contest saw both competitors putting everything on the line, with The Miz emerging victorious after an impressive sequence of moves that culminated in a decisive ladder spot.
Sami Zayn and AJ Styles Engage in Thrilling Singles Match
In what was arguably the best individual performance of the night, Sami Zayn edged out AJ Styles in a hard-hitting singles match. This bout saw both men trading blows and near-falls, with Zayn ultimately securing victory after a series of swift kicks and a picture-perfect Helluva Kick.
Bayley Beats Becky Lynch in Exciting Singles Match
The final encounter on the undercard was a highly competitive singles match between Bayley and Becky Lynch. This contest saw both women trading holds and near-falls, with Bayley ultimately emerging victorious after a series of well-executed moves that left Lynch reeling.
Owens and Rollins Conquer The Usos
Finally, in the main event, Kevin Owens and Seth Rollins teamed up to defeat The Usos (Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso) in a non-title tag team match. This encounter saw both teams trading big moves and near-falls, with Owens and Rollins ultimately securing victory after a series of well-coordinated spots that left the crowd on their feet.
Overall, this was an excellent WWE live event that showcased some of the promotion's top talent. With a mix of exciting tag team action, intense singles matches, and thrilling ladder spots, there was something for everyone in this entertaining card.
Card Details
- Date: 19 Dec 2022
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Wells Fargo Arena
- Attendance: 5666
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 19 Dec 2022
Matches
The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) defeat The Judgment Day (Damian Priest and Finn Balor) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 09:00Rhea Ripley defeat Akira Tozawa in a Singles Match
Match Time: 04:55The OC (Karl Anderson and Luke Gallows) defeat Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) in a Tag Team Match
Match Time: 09:05The Miz defeat Dexter Lumis in a Ladder Match
Match Time: 18:20Sami Zayn defeat AJ Styles in a Singles Match
Match Time: 12:15Bayley defeat Becky Lynch in a Singles Match
Match Time: 14:20Kevin Owens and Seth Rollins defeat The Usos (Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso) in a Non Title Tag Team Match
Match Time: 10:50