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WWE Royal Rumble 2007

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ZOHASH.COM EXCLUSIVE:

San Antonio Showstopper: WWE's Royal Rumble Delivers Thrills Galore!

AT&T Center, San Antonio, Texas - January 28, 2007

The Lone Star State played host to the 18th edition of WWE's iconic Royal Rumble event, drawing a packed house of 16,000 screaming fans at the AT&T Center. And boy, did they get their money's worth! The action-packed card featured a mix of thrilling matches and shocking upsets, cementing this year's event as one for the ages.

MATCH REPORTS:

Tag Team Mayhem The Hardys (Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy) proved why they're considered two of the best tag teams in the business by defeating MNM (Joey Mercury and Johnny Nitro) in a hard-hitting contest. The match saw plenty of high-flying action, with Jeff delivering his signature Swanton Bomb to seal the deal. Time: 15:36.

ECW Title Defense Bobby Lashley made quick work of Test, dispatching him in just 7 minutes and 29 seconds to retain the ECW Heavyweight Championship. A strong showing from Lashley, who demonstrated his dominant grappling skills to secure the victory.

World Heavyweight Championship Batista successfully defended his World Heavyweight Title against Mr. Kennedy in a well-paced match that saw both competitors trade blows. In the end, Batista's power and determination proved too much for Kennedy, securing the win at 10:36.

WWE Title Last Man Standing Match John Cena put everything on the line to retain his WWE Championship against Umaga in an intense Last Man Standing Match. Both men left it all in the ring, with Cena ultimately emerging victorious after a grueling 23 minutes and 3 seconds.

Royal Rumble Mayhem The main event delivered in spades! The 30-man Royal Rumble saw the likes of Undertaker, Edge, Kane, Randy Orton, and many more legends of the squared circle participating. In the end, it was 'Taker who emerged victorious, last eliminating King Booker to secure his record-tying third Royal Rumble victory (56:21).

VERDICT:

This year's Royal Rumble event lived up to its reputation as one of the most unpredictable and thrilling cards on the WWE calendar. With a mix of title matches, hard-hitting contests, and jaw-dropping moments, there was something for everyone in San Antonio. If you missed it, make sure to catch the replay - it's an absolute must-see!


Card Details

  • Date: 28 Jan 2007
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: AT&T Center
  • Attendance: 16000
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 28 Jan 2007

Matches

  1. The Hardys (Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy) defeat MNM (Joey Mercury and Johnny Nitro) in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 15:36

  2. Bobby Lashley(C) defeat Test in a ECW Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 07:29

  3. Batista(C) defeat Mr. Kennedy in a World Heavyweight Title Match
    Match Time: 10:36

  4. John Cena(C) defeat Umaga in a WWE Title Last Man Standing Match
    Match Time: 23:03

  5. The Undertaker defeat Carlito, Chavo Guerrero, Chris Benoit, Chris Masters, CM Punk, Edge, Finlay, Gregory Helms, Hardcore Holly, Jeff Hardy, Johnny Nitro, Kane, Kenny Dykstra, Kevin Thorn, King Booker, Matt Hardy, Montel Vontavious Porter, Randy Orton, Ric Flair, Rob Van Dam, Sabu, Shawn Michaels, Shelton Benjamin, Super Crazy, The Great Khali, The Miz, The Sandman, Tommy Dreamer and Viscera in a Royal Rumble Match
    Match Time: 56:21