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WRESTLEMANIA XXIV REPORT

By Simon Camber, Zohash.com Special Correspondent

Orlando, Florida - March 30, 2008

The much-anticipated WrestleMania XXIV card unfolded at the Florida Citrus Bowl tonight, with a sold-out crowd of 74,635 spectators witnessing an evening of electrifying action. The event lived up to its reputation as the showcase of sports entertainment's biggest stars and most thrilling matches.

Match Report

  1. John Bradshaw Layfield (JBL) vs. Finlay - Belfast Brawl Match The opening contest saw JBL emerge victorious over Finlay in a brutal Belfast Brawl Match. The match, marked by intense physicality, lasted 9 minutes and 10 seconds, with JBL delivering a thunderous Clothesline from Hell to secure the win.

  2. Money In The Bank Ladder Match - CM Punk vs. Carlito, Chris Jericho, John Morrison, Montel Vontavious Porter (MVP), Mr. Kennedy, and Shelton Benjamin In an all-star match featuring seven competitors, CM Punk proved his worth by claiming the Money In The Bank contract. A thrilling contest with multiple near-falls and high-risk maneuvers culminated in Punk's victory at 13 minutes and 58 seconds.

  3. Batista vs. Umaga - Singles Match The powerhouse Batista dominated Umaga en route to a convincing win, clocking in at 7 minutes and 7 seconds. A vicious Batista Bomb sealed the outcome.

  4. ECW Heavyweight Title - Kane (c) vs. Chavo Guerrero Kane successfully defended his ECW Heavyweight Championship against Chavo Guerrero, with the Big Red Machine securing a decisive victory in an intense contest lasting 10 minutes and change.

  5. Ric Flair's Career On The Line Match - Shawn Michaels vs. Ric Flair In a bout that will be remembered for years to come, Shawn Michaels delivered a devastating Sweet Chin Music to force Ric Flair into submission, preserving his career at the expense of the legendary figure. This thrilling match lasted 20 minutes and 23 seconds.

  6. Lumberjack Tag Team Match - Beth Phoenix and Melina vs. Ashley and Maria A high-energy Lumberjack Tag Team Match saw Beth Phoenix and Melina emerge victorious over Ashley and Maria, with the tag team champions' combination of power and finesse proving too much for their opponents to handle (match time: 5 minutes and 57 seconds).

  7. WWE Title Triple Threat Match - Randy Orton vs. John Cena and Triple H In a thrilling WWE Championship match, Randy Orton capitalized on a chaotic scene to claim the title from John Cena, with Triple H's involvement ultimately contributing to the champion's downfall (match time: 14 minutes and 6 seconds).

  8. No Holds Barred Match - Floyd Mayweather vs. The Big Show In an unusual yet captivating encounter, undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. overcame the formidable Big Show in a No Holds Barred Match, showcasing his quickness and cunning to claim victory at 11 minutes and 39 seconds.

  9. World Heavyweight Title - The Undertaker (c) vs. Edge The main event featured The Undertaker successfully defending his World Heavyweight Championship against Edge. A dominant performance from the Deadman culminated in a decisive Tombstone Piledriver, securing his title reign at an estimated match time of 15 minutes.

Overall Analysis

WrestleMania XXIV delivered an unforgettable experience for fans in attendance and viewers worldwide. With its star-studded card featuring some of the best matches in recent memory, this event will be remembered as a true classic in the world of professional wrestling.

Card Details

  • Date: 30 Mar 2008
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: Florida Citrus Bowl
  • Attendance: 74635
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 30 Mar 2008

Matches

  1. John Bradshaw Layfield defeat Finlay in a Belfast Brawl Match
    Match Time: 09:10

  2. CM Punk defeat Carlito, Chris Jericho, John Morrison, Montel Vontavious Porter, Mr. Kennedy and Shelton Benjamin in a Money In The Bank Ladder Match
    Match Time: 13:58

  3. Batista defeat Umaga in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 07:07

  4. Kane(C) defeat Chavo Guerrero in a ECW Heavyweight Title Match

  5. Shawn Michaels defeat Ric Flair in a Ric Flair's Career On The Line Match
    Match Time: 20:23

  6. Beth Phoenix and Melina defeat Ashley and Maria in a Lumberjack Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 05:57

  7. Randy Orton(C) defeat John Cena and Triple H in a WWE Title Triple Threat Match
    Match Time: 14:06

  8. Floyd Mayweather defeat The Big Show in a No Holds Barred Match
    Match Time: 11:39

  9. The Undertaker(C) defeat Edge in a World Heavyweight Title Match

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