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WWE No Way Out 2005
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- Tails Azimuth
Slobberknocker Saturday Night Report
Date: February 20th, 2005 Location: Mellon Arena, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA Attendance: 8,000 Event Type: Pay-Per-View (Live Broadcast)
In a thrilling event that showcased the best of professional wrestling, World Wrestling Entertainment brought the heat to the Steel City. Tonight's "No Way Out" PPV was filled with electrifying matches, shocking upsets, and memorable moments that will be etched in the minds of wrestling enthusiasts for years to come.
Match 1: WWE RAW Tag Team Title Eddie Guerrero & Rey Mysterio (c) vs. The Basham Brothers
The evening kicked off with a thrilling tag team match as Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio put their WWE RAW Tag Team Titles on the line against the formidable Basham Brothers. The action was fast-paced, with both teams trading holds and near-falls. In the end, it was Eddie's patented Frog Splash that sealed the deal, giving him and Mysterio a hard-fought victory (8:42).
Match 2: Singles Booker T vs. Heidenreich
The King of the Ring, Booker T, faced off against the imposing Heidenreich in a singles match. Despite being the heavy favorite, Booker struggled to find his footing early on, allowing Heidenreich to gain the upper hand. However, the Bookerman rallied late, delivering a series of high-flying moves and culminating with a devastating Scissors Kick that sent Heidenreich crashing to the mat (6:30).
Match 3: WWE Cruiserweight Title Six-Way Elimination Chavo Guerrero vs. Akio, Funaki, Paul London, Shannon Moore, & Spike Dudley
The action shifted to the cruiserweight division as Chavo Guerrero looked to defend his title against a quintet of hungry competitors. In a wild and woolly match that saw eliminations galore, Chavo ultimately emerged victorious by last eliminating Akio (7:30).
Match 4: Singles The Undertaker vs. Luther Reigns
In the first singles bout of the evening, The Deadman faced off against Luther Reigns in a battle of contrasts. While Reigns relied on his brute strength, Taker employed his cunning and athleticism to gain the upper hand. In the end, it was a devastating Tombstone Piledriver that ended the match in 11:38.
Match 5: WWE Title #1 Contendership Tournament Final John Cena vs. Kurt Angle
The main event of the evening pitted John Cena against Kurt Angle for the top spot on the WWE Championship ladder. Both competitors brought their A-game, trading holds and near-falls throughout a thrilling match that saw both men push each other to new heights. In the end, it was Cena's patented Five-Knuckle Shuffle followed by an Attitude Adjustment that secured his victory (19:14).
Main Event: WWE Title Barbed Wire Steel Cage Match John Bradshaw Layfield vs. The Big Show
And finally, in a match for the ages, JBL faced off against The Big Show in a barbed wire steel cage contest for the WWE Championship. In a brutal and unforgiving affair that saw both competitors battered and bruised, JBL ultimately emerged victorious by escaping the cage first (14:50).
Final Thoughts
A wild and unpredictable ride from start to finish, tonight's "No Way Out" event left fans on the edge of their seats. With multiple title changes, shocking upsets, and unforgettable moments, this PPV will be remembered for years to come.
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Card Details
- Date: 20 Feb 2005
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Mellon Arena
- Attendance: 8000
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 20 Feb 2005
Matches
Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio
(C)
defeat The Basham Brothers in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title MatchBooker T defeat Heidenreich in a Singles Match
Match Time: 06:30Chavo Guerrero
(C)
defeat Akio, Funaki, Paul London, Shannon Moore and Spike Dudley in a WWE Cruiserweight Title Six Way Elimination MatchThe Undertaker defeat Luther Reigns in a Singles Match
Match Time: 11:38John Cena defeat Kurt Angle in a WWE Title #1 Contendership Tournament Final Match
Match Time: 19:14John Bradshaw Layfield
(C)
defeat The Big Show in a WWE Title Barbed Wire Steel Cage Match
Match Time: 14:50