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WWE Payback Report: Thrills and Spills in Orlando

The WWE Universe witnessed an action-packed Pay Per View event last night at the WWE ThunderDome (Amway Center) in Orlando, Florida. The stacked card featured a mix of title matches, grudge bouts, and intense showdowns that left fans on the edge of their seats.

United States Championship: Bobby Lashley retains against Apollo Crews

The opening contest saw Bobby Lashley put his WWE United States Title on the line against Apollo Crews. In a hard-hitting affair, Lashley's power and strength ultimately proved too much for Crews, who fought valiantly but came up short. The match time was 09:23, with Lashley securing the win via a dominant spear.

Big E gets the better of Sheamus

The second match saw Big E take on Sheamus in a singles bout. These two powerhouse competitors traded blows and delivered thunderous slams, but it was Big E who emerged victorious, pinning Sheamus after a series of high-impact moves. The match time was 12:17.

Matt Riddle outlasts King Corbin

In a grudge match that had been building for weeks, Matt Riddle faced off against King Corbin. Both men gave it their all, but Riddle's superior agility and quickness allowed him to gain the upper hand. He finished Corbin with a devastating RKO, securing the win in 10:57.

Women's Tag Team Championship: Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler dethrone Bayley and Sasha Banks

The WWE Women's Tag Team Titles were on the line as champions Bayley and Sasha Banks faced off against challengers Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler. The match was a wild ride, with all four competitors giving it their all. In the end, Jax and Baszler emerged victorious, pinning Bayley and Banks in 10:17.

Keith Lee overwhelms Randy Orton

In a bout that saw Keith Lee make his case as a top contender, he took on Randy Orton. The result was never in doubt, as Lee's sheer size and strength allowed him to overpower the veteran Orton. The match time was just 06:40, with Lee finishing Orton off with a thunderous slam.

Dominik Mysterio and Rey Mysterio outmaneuver Murphy and Seth Rollins

The penultimate match saw Dominik Mysterio and Rey Mysterio take on Murphy and Seth Rollins in a tag team bout. The match was a fast-paced, high-flying affair that showcased the technical skills of all four competitors. In the end, it was the Mysterio duo who emerged victorious, pinning their opponents in 15:58.

Roman Reigns wins WWE Universal Title No Holds Barred Triple Threat Match

The main event saw Roman Reigns put his WWE Universal Title on the line against Braun Strowman and The Fiend in a No Holds Barred Triple Threat Match. In a brutal contest that left all three competitors battered and bruised, Reigns ultimately emerged victorious, pinning both Strowman and The Fiend to retain his title. The match time was 12:41.

Overall, last night's WWE Payback event delivered on its promise of excitement and drama, with every match featuring its own share of thrilling moments and memorable finishes. As the WWE Universe looks ahead to what's next, one thing is certain: these competitors have set the bar high for future events.


Card Details

  • Date: 30 Aug 2020
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: WWE ThunderDome (Amway Center)
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 30 Aug 2020

Matches

  1. Bobby Lashley(C) defeat Apollo Crews in a WWE United States Title Match
    Match Time: 09:23

  2. Big E defeat Sheamus in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 12:17

  3. Matt Riddle defeat King Corbin in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 10:57

  4. Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler(C) defeat Bayley and Sasha Banks in a WWE Women's Tag Team Title Match
    Match Time: 10:17

  5. Keith Lee defeat Randy Orton in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 06:40

  6. Dominik Mysterio and Rey Mysterio defeat Murphy and Seth Rollins in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 15:58

  7. Roman Reigns(C) defeat Braun Strowman and The Fiend in a WWE Universal Title No Holds Barred Triple Threat Match
    Match Time: 12:41