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- Tails Azimuth
WWE SummerSlam Report: A Night of Thrills and Upsets
August 23rd, 2020 - Orlando, Florida, USA (Amway Center)
In a thrilling night of professional wrestling, WWE's SummerSlam pay-per-view event delivered on its promise of excitement and unpredictability. The sold-out crowd at the WWE ThunderDome was treated to a series of electrifying matches, featuring some of the company's top talent.
Women's Action Packed Opening Hour
The show kicked off with Bayley defending her WWE SmackDown Women's Title against Asuka in a highly competitive match that saw both women give it their all. In the end, Bayley emerged victorious, submitting Asuka to retain her title (11:35).
Next up were The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), who successfully defended their WWE RAW Tag Team Titles against Andrade and Angel Garza in a fast-paced encounter that lasted just 7 minutes and 49 seconds.
The first hour of the show was rounded out by a No Disqualification match between Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville, with Rose emerging victorious to earn her release from WWE (10:01).
Main Event Mayhem
Seth Rollins' Street Fight against Dominik Mysterio was a brutal and hard-hitting affair that saw both men leave everything in the ring. In the end, Rollins emerged victorious, but at what cost? His performance left many wondering if he's finally reached his breaking point (22:35).
The WWE RAW Women's Title was on the line next as Asuka took on Sasha Banks. This match was a technical masterclass, with both women showcasing their impressive skills. In the end, Asuka emerged victorious, adding another title to her growing collection (11:30).
Title Matches Galore
The WWE Championship was up for grabs in the main event of the evening as Drew McIntyre faced off against Randy Orton. This was a hard-hitting, back-and-forth battle that saw both men give it their all. In the end, McIntyre emerged victorious, retaining his title and solidifying his position at the top of the WWE mountain (20:35).
Finally, The Fiend took on Braun Strowman in a Falls Count Anywhere match for the WWE Universal Title. This was a wild and unpredictable affair that saw both men use every trick in the book to gain an advantage. In the end, The Fiend emerged victorious, adding another title to his impressive collection (11:58).
A Night of Upsets and Thrills
SummerSlam 2020 will be remembered as a night of surprises and thrills, with several unexpected outcomes that will have major repercussions for the WWE's future. As the dust settles, one thing is clear: this was an event that will be talked about for weeks to come.
Rating: (4/5)
Recommendation: If you're a fan of professional wrestling, SummerSlam 2020 is a must-watch event. The action-packed matches, dramatic finishes, and shocking upsets make it a night that will leave you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.
Card Details
- Date: 23 Aug 2020
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: WWE ThunderDome (Amway Center)
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 23 Aug 2020
Matches
Bayley
(C)
defeat Asuka in a WWE SmackDown Women's Title Match
Match Time: 11:35The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford)
(C)
defeat Andrade and Angel Garza in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 07:49Mandy Rose defeat Sonya Deville in a Loser Leaves WWE No Disqualification Match
Match Time: 10:01Seth Rollins defeat Dominik Mysterio in a Street Fight
Match Time: 22:35Asuka
(C)
defeat Sasha Banks in a WWE RAW Women's Title Match
Match Time: 11:30Drew McIntyre
(C)
defeat Randy Orton in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 20:35The Fiend
(C)
defeat Braun Strowman in a WWE Universal Title Falls Count Anywhere Match
Match Time: 11:58