WWE Royal Rumble 2010

WWE Royal Rumble Report: A Night to Remember in Atlanta

January 31st, 2010, Philips Arena, Atlanta, Georgia - The WWE's biggest event of the year, the Royal Rumble, did not disappoint as it delivered a thrilling night of action-packed matches and memorable moments. In front of a sold-out crowd of 16,697 at the Philips Arena, the world witnessed a series of electrifying contests that left fans on the edge of their seats.

ECW Heavyweight Title Match: Christian vs. Ezekiel Jackson

The evening's opening bout saw Christian put his ECW Heavyweight Championship on the line against the formidable Ezekiel Jackson. In a thrilling contest that lasted 12 minutes, Christian managed to outmaneuver and pin Jackson, retaining his title in the process.

WWE United States Title Match: The Miz vs. Montel Vontavious Porter

In the first of three championship matches on the card, The Miz successfully defended his WWE United States Championship against Montel Vontavious Porter. The Miz's quickness and cunning proved too much for MVP, as he secured the victory in just 7 minutes and 20 seconds.

WWE Title Match: Sheamus vs. Randy Orton

The main event of the night thus far saw Sheamus challenge Randy Orton for the WWE Championship. In a hard-hitting contest that showcased both men's skills, Sheamus emerged victorious, pinning Orton after just 12 minutes and 25 seconds to claim his first WWE Title.

WWE Women's Title Match: Mickie James vs. Michelle McCool

The women's division stole the show with an outstanding match between WWE Women's Champion Mickie James and challenger Michelle McCool. In a highly competitive contest, James managed to retain her title by defeating McCool in a match that showcased both competitors' technical prowess.

World Heavyweight Title Match: The Undertaker vs. Rey Mysterio

In the penultimate match of the evening, The Undertaker put his World Heavyweight Championship on the line against Rey Mysterio. In a grueling contest that lasted 11 minutes and 10 seconds, The Deadman successfully defended his title by pinning Mysterio.

Royal Rumble Match: Edge vs. The Field

The main event of the evening saw 30 superstars from across WWE history enter the ring to compete in the Royal Rumble match. In a thrilling contest that lasted an astonishing 49 minutes and 20 seconds, Edge emerged victorious by last eliminating Batista to claim his second Royal Rumble title.

In conclusion, the WWE's Royal Rumble event was a resounding success, delivering a series of exciting matches and memorable moments that will be remembered for years to come. As we look ahead to the next chapter in the world of professional wrestling, one thing is certain: the WWE has once again proved itself to be the premier destination for sports entertainment.

Final Rating: 9/10

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Card Details

• Date: 31 Jan 2010
• Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
• Arena: Philips Arena
• Attendance: 16697
• Type: Pay Per View
• Broadcast Type: Live
• Broadcast Date: 31 Jan 2010

Matches

1. Christian(C) defeat Ezekiel Jackson in a ECW Heavyweight Title Match
   Match Time: 12:00

2. The Miz(C) defeat Montel Vontavious Porter in a WWE United States Title Match
   Match Time: 07:20

3. Sheamus(C) defeat Randy Orton in a WWE Title Match
   Match Time: 12:25

4. Mickie James(C) defeat Michelle McCool in a WWE Women's Title Match

5. The Undertaker(C) defeat Rey Mysterio in a World Heavyweight Title Match
   Match Time: 11:10

6. Edge defeat Batista, Beth Phoenix, Carlito, Chris Jericho, Chris Masters, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Dolph Ziggler, Drew McIntyre, Evan Bourne, Jack Swagger, John Cena, John Morrison, JTG, Kane, Kofi Kingston, Mark Henry, Matt Hardy, Montel Vontavious Porter, R-Truth, Shawn Michaels, Shelton Benjamin, Ted DiBiase, The Big Show, The Great Khali, The Miz, Triple H, Yoshi Tatsu and Zack Ryder in a Royal Rumble Match
   Match Time: 49:20