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WWE Monday Night RAW #973

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ANAHEIM ANNIHILATION: WWE LIVES UP TO EXPECTATIONS AT HONDA CENTER

January 16, 2012 - Anaheim, California - The Honda Center played host to a night of high-flying action and championship wrestling as World Wrestling Entertainment presented its latest television extravaganza. And let me tell you, folks, it was an event for the ages.

The evening kicked off with a thrilling tag team title match that saw Epico and Primo emerge victorious over Air Boom (Evan Bourne and Kofi Kingston). The pace was frenetic from the opening bell, with all four competitors trading moves and near-falls. In the end, it was the cunning duo of Epico and Primo who managed to outmaneuver their opponents and secure the pin in a mere 2 minutes and 15 seconds.

Next up was the WWE United States Title match between Jack Swagger and Zack Ryder. This one was a real barnburner, with both men giving it their all as they battled for the coveted championship. In the end, it was Swagger's superior strength that proved to be the deciding factor, as he pinned Ryder in a match that clocked in at an impressive 3 minutes and change.

The ladies were up next, as Alicia Fox and Kelly Kelly took on The Bella Twins (Brie and Nikki) in a tag team match. This one was all about the action, with both teams delivering a series of high-flying moves and quick counters. In the end, it was Fox and Kelly who emerged victorious, securing the pin in just 1 minute flat.

Things got real interesting when R-Truth stepped into the ring to face off against three of WWE's most formidable foes - Sheamus, The Miz, and Wade Barrett. This four-man battle royal was a true free-for-all, with each competitor trying to outdo the others as they vied for supremacy. In the end, it was Truth who emerged victorious, lasting long enough to secure the win in an impressive 4 minutes and 15 seconds.

The next match saw Brodus Clay take on JTG in a singles bout that was all about the power. This one was a clash of styles, with Clay's brute strength pitted against JTG's quickness and agility. In the end, it was Clay who emerged victorious, pinning JTG in just 1 minute and 10 seconds.

The main event of the evening saw David Otunga, Dolph Ziggler, and Mark Henry team up to take on Chris Jericho, CM Punk, and Daniel Bryan in a six-man tag team match that was pure chaos. This one had it all - high-flying moves, vicious attacks, and even some good old-fashioned brawling. In the end, it was Otunga, Ziggler, and Henry who emerged victorious, securing the win after 14 minutes of non-stop action.

And there you have it, folks - a night of unforgettable wrestling that will be remembered for months to come. If you missed out on this one, don't worry - you can always catch up online at zohash.com. Trust me, it's worth your while.

Grade: A-

This card had it all - action, drama, and even a little bit of humor. The crowd was electric from start to finish, and the wrestlers delivered in spades. If there was one thing missing, it was a true show-stealer - a match that would be remembered for years to come. Still, this was an event that will be talked about for weeks to come. And who knows? Maybe next time we'll get our show-stealing moment. Until then, keep on wrestling!


Card Details

  • Date: 16 Jan 2012
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: Honda Center
  • Attendance: 10000
  • Type: TV-Show
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 16 Jan 2012

Matches

  1. Epico and Primo(C) defeat Air Boom (Evan Bourne and Kofi Kingston) in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Match
    Match Time: 02:15

  2. Jack Swagger(C) defeat Zack Ryder in a WWE United States Title Match

  3. Alicia Fox and Kelly Kelly defeat The Bella Twins (Brie Bella and Nikki Bella) in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 01:00

  4. R-Truth defeat Sheamus, The Miz and Wade Barrett in a Four Man Battle Royal
    Match Time: 04:15

  5. Brodus Clay defeat JTG in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 01:10

  6. David Otunga, Dolph Ziggler and Mark Henry defeat Chris Jericho, CM Punk and Daniel Bryan in a Six Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 14:00