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WWE Live from Richmond Coliseum: Nakamura Shines, Styles Retains

July 25, 2017 - Richmond, Virginia's Richmond Coliseum played host to a thrilling WWE live event, featuring a stacked card that showcased some of the company's top talent. In front of a raucous crowd, Shinsuke Nakamura got the show off to a flying start with a dominant win over Baron Corbin, while AJ Styles successfully defended his WWE United States Title against Chris Jericho and Kevin Owens in a thrilling triple threat main event.

Match 1: Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Baron Corbin

The evening's opening bout saw the newly-minted No. 2 contender Shinsuke Nakamura take on the always-physical Baron Corbin. The two Superstars clashed in a hard-hitting affair that featured plenty of near-falls and impressive displays of strength from both competitors. In the end, it was Nakamura who emerged victorious, pinning Corbin after a thunderous Kinshasa kick. Time: 9:24.

Match 2: Becky Lynch & Charlotte Flair vs. Lana & Tamina

The Women's Division took center stage next as Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair teamed up to take on the formidable duo of Lana and Tamina. The four competitors traded moves in a high-energy contest that saw all four Superstars get their share of offense in. In the end, it was the WWE Women's Champions who came out on top, with Lynch delivering a devastating Beel Kick to secure the pin. Time: 4:26.

Match 3: Sami Zayn & Tye Dillinger vs. Aiden English & Mike Kanellis

The tag team division shone in the evening's third bout as Sami Zayn and Tye Dillinger took on the debuting duo of Aiden English and Mike Kanellis. The four competitors put on a show, with each tandem showcasing their unique blend of high-flying action and technical grappling. In the end, it was the experienced tandem of Zayn and Dillinger who came out on top, thanks to a pair of swift kicks from Zayn that left English reeling. Time: 6:01.

Main Event: AJ Styles (c) vs. Chris Jericho & Kevin Owens - WWE United States Title Triple Threat

The evening's main event featured the WWE United States Champion AJ Styles put his title on the line in a thrilling triple threat match against Chris Jericho and Kevin Owens. The three Superstars delivered an unforgettable performance, with each competitor taking turns showcasing their impressive movesets. In the end, it was Styles who emerged victorious, pinning both opponents simultaneously after a picture-perfect Phenomenal Forearm to retain his title. Time: 14:06.

Overall, this was an outstanding event that showcased some of WWE's top talent in action. With several exciting matches and a thrilling main event, the Richmond Coliseum crowd was treated to a night to remember.


Card Details

  • Date: 25 Jul 2017
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: Richmond Coliseum
  • Type: TV-Show
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 25 Jul 2017

Matches

  1. Shinsuke Nakamura defeat Baron Corbin in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 09:24

  2. Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair defeat Lana and Tamina in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 04:26

  3. Sami Zayn and Tye Dillinger defeat Aiden English and Mike Kanellis in a Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 06:01

  4. AJ Styles(C) defeat Chris Jericho and Kevin Owens in a WWE United States Title Triple Threat Match
    Match Time: 14:06