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WWE Monday Night RAW #778 - King Of The Ring 2008
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ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE PRO WRESTLING REPORT
King of the Ring 2008: A Night to Remember in Greenville, South Carolina
The BI-LO Center in Greenville, South Carolina played host to a thrilling night of professional wrestling as World Wrestling Entertainment presented its annual King of the Ring event. On a warm spring evening, April 21st, fans were treated to a stacked card featuring some of the top talent in the WWE.
Early Match Highlights
The show kicked off with four quarterfinal matches in the King of the Ring tournament. Chris Jericho began his quest for the coveted crown by defeating Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP) via pinfall at 5:11, showcasing his technical prowess and cunning ring presence. Next up, CM Punk capitalized on a series of high-impact moves to dispatch Matt Hardy in just 3:51, displaying his agility and quickness.
Finlay, the veteran Irish grappler, employed his signature brutality to take down The Great Khali in an astonishingly brief 2:02, utilizing his cunning and experience to outmaneuver the massive giant. Finally, William Regal proved why he's considered one of the best pound-for-pound wrestlers in the WWE by decimating Hornswoggle with a vicious low blow, finishing the match at just 0:14.
Semi-Final Showdowns
As the night wore on, CM Punk and Chris Jericho clashed in an intense semi-final matchup. The bout featured a mix of high-flying maneuvers and technical grappling, with Punk ultimately emerging victorious at 6:22. Regal then faced off against Finlay, employing his cunning and experience to gain the upper hand and secure the win at 3:38.
Main Event Mayhem
The evening's main event saw William Regal face CM Punk in a thrilling semi-final showdown for the King of the Ring tournament. Both competitors gave it their all, but Regal's superior technical skill ultimately led him to victory at 4:05.
The night concluded with an explosive eight-man tag team match featuring some of WWE's biggest stars. Chavo Guerrero, Edge, John Bradshaw Layfield (JBL), and Randy Orton joined forces to take on John Cena, Kane, The Undertaker, and Triple H. The action was fast-paced and chaotic, with the babyface quartet emerging victorious at 10:03.
Final Thoughts
King of the Ring 2008 will be remembered as an unforgettable night in Greenville, South Carolina. With a stacked card featuring some of WWE's top talent, fans were treated to a thrilling evening of action-packed wrestling. William Regal's crowning moment in the tournament's final match served as the icing on the cake, capping off an event that will be talked about for weeks to come.
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Card Details
- Date: 21 Apr 2008
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: BI-LO Center
- Type: TV-Show
- Broadcast Type: Live
Matches
Chris Jericho defeat Montel Vontavious Porter in a King Of The Ring 2008 Quarter Final Match
Match Time: 05:11CM Punk defeat Matt Hardy in a King Of The Ring 2008 Quarter Final Match
Match Time: 03:51Finlay defeat The Great Khali in a King Of The Ring 2008 Quarter Final Match
Match Time: 02:02William Regal defeat Hornswoggle in a King Of The Ring 2008 Quarter Final Match
Match Time: 00:14Carlito defeat Hardcore Holly in a Singles Match
Match Time: 05:01CM Punk defeat Chris Jericho in a King Of The Ring 2008 Semi Final Match
Match Time: 06:22William Regal defeat Finlay in a King Of The Ring 2008 Semi Final Match
Match Time: 03:38William Regal defeat CM Punk in a King Of The Ring 2008 Final Match
Match Time: 04:05Chavo Guerrero, Edge, John Bradshaw Layfield and Randy Orton defeat John Cena, Kane, The Undertaker and Triple H in a Eight Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 10:03