WWE SummerSlam 2004

SummerSlam 2004 Report

Date: August 15th, 2004 Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) City: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Arena: Air Canada Centre Attendance: 17,640 Type: Pay-Per-View Broadcast Type: Live Broadcast Date: August 15th, 2004

Match Reports

1. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray Dudley, D-Von Dudley, and Spike Dudley) defeat Billy Kidman, Paul London, and Rey Mysterio in a Six-Man Tag Team Match (8:06)

The night kicked off with a high-flying opener as the six men put on an incredible display. The Dudleys used their signature moves to secure the win, but not before Kidman and London showcased their impressive aerial skills.

Score: 3/5

2. Kane defeats Matt Hardy in a Till Death Do Us Part Lita Marries The Winner Match (6:05)

This bout was all about the stipulation – would Lita wed Kane or Matt Hardy? In the end, it didn't matter as Kane dominated with his sheer power. Hardy put up a valiant effort, but ultimately fell short.

Score: 3/5

3. John Cena defeats Booker T in a WWE United States Title Best Of Five Series Match #1 (6:20)

The first match of the series got underway as these two competitors clashed for the US Championship. A back-and-forth contest saw Cena's never-back-down attitude prevail, taking the early advantage.

Score: 4/5

4. Edge defeats Batista and Chris Jericho in a WWE Intercontinental Title Triple Threat Match (8:16)

The IC Title was on the line as these three superstars battled for supremacy. Edge capitalized on his opponents' mistakes to emerge victorious, solidifying his claim to the title.

Score: 4/5

5. Kurt Angle defeats Eddie Guerrero in a Singles Match (13:36)

A testament to the enduring rivalry between these two, Angle and Guerrero delivered an intense match filled with technical grappling and near-falls galore. In the end, Angle's superior strength won out.

Score: 5/5

6. Triple H defeats Eugene in a Singles Match (14:07)

The Game faced off against the lovable Eugene, who put up a gallant effort despite being at a significant disadvantage. A clever combination of moves sealed the deal for Hunter.

Score: 4/5

7. John Bradshaw Layfield (JBL) defeats The Undertaker in a WWE Title Match (17:38)

The main event saw JBL's cunning and Taker's unrelenting fury collide for the WWE Championship. In a thrilling contest, JBL adapted his strategy to counter the Deadman's offense, ultimately emerging victorious.

Score: 5/5

8. Randy Orton defeats Chris Benoit in a World Heavyweight Title Match

The night concluded with a showdown between two of the best – Orton and Benoit. The Viper's cunning and technical prowess proved too much for the Crippler, securing the win and the World Heavyweight Championship.

Score: 5/5

Overall Score: 4.2/5

A fantastic pay-per-view event that showcased a mix of high-flying action, intense brawls, and thrilling title matches. While some may have felt the card was top-heavy with JBL's victory, it made for an exciting night in Toronto.

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Card Details

• Date: 15 Aug 2004
• Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
• Arena: Air Canada Centre
• Attendance: 17640
• Type: Pay Per View
• Broadcast Type: Live
• Broadcast Date: 15 Aug 2004

Matches

1. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray Dudley, D-Von Dudley and Spike Dudley) defeat Billy Kidman, Paul London and Rey Mysterio in a Six Man Tag Team Match
   Match Time: 08:06

2. Kane defeat Matt Hardy in a Till Death Do Us Part Lita Marries The Winner Match
   Match Time: 06:05

3. John Cena(C) defeat Booker T in a WWE United States Title Best Of Five Series Match #1
   Match Time: 06:20

4. Edge(C) defeat Batista and Chris Jericho in a WWE Intercontinental Title Triple Threat Match
   Match Time: 08:16

5. Kurt Angle defeat Eddie Guerrero in a Singles Match
   Match Time: 13:36

6. Triple H defeat Eugene in a Singles Match
   Match Time: 14:07

7. John Bradshaw Layfield(C) defeat The Undertaker in a WWE Title Match
   Match Time: 17:38

8. Randy Orton(C) defeat Chris Benoit in a World Heavyweight Title Match