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WWE WrestleMania 36 - Tag 2
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- Tails Azimuth
WWE's "Taped" PPV Delivers Thrills and Upsets at the WWE Performance Center
In a unique, taped pay-per-view event, World Wrestling Entertainment presented an action-packed card that kept fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida played host to this special event, which aired on April 5th.
NXT Women's Title on the Line: Charlotte Flair Outlasts Rhea Ripley
The night began with a highly anticipated match between WWE NXT Women's Champion Charlotte Flair and challenger Rhea Ripley. The two Superstars clashed in an intense, hard-hitting contest that saw both women give it their all. In the end, Charlotte's experience and determination proved too much for the young phenom, as she emerged victorious at 20:27.
Aleister Black Sends Bobby Lashley Packing
Next up was a singles match pitting Aleister Black against Bobby Lashley. The result was never in doubt, as Black's quickness and agility allowed him to outmaneuver the powerful Lashley, securing the win in just 07:16.
Otis Gets the Better of Dolph Ziggler
In a fun-filled match, Otis took on Dolph Ziggler. The two Superstars traded blows, with Otis ultimately emerging victorious at 08:10. This was a great showing for both competitors, and fans were treated to some exciting moments in this one.
Last Man Standing: Edge Edges Randy Orton
The main event of the evening featured an epic Last Man Standing match between Edge and Randy Orton. These two veterans left everything in the ring, engaging in a brutal and intense battle that saw both men push their bodies to the limit. In the end, Edge's cunning and experience paid off, as he managed to outlast Orton at 36:41.
Tag Team Title Change Hands The Street Profits
The tag team division was also well-represented on this card, with The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) putting their WWE RAW Tag Team Titles on the line against Angel Garza and Austin Theory. The result was a decisive victory for The Street Profits, who retained their titles at 06:20.
Fatal Five-Way Elimination Match Sees Bayley Retain SmackDown Women's Title
In what proved to be an absolute barnburner of a match, Bayley defended her WWE SmackDown Women's Title against Lacey Evans, Naomi, Sasha Banks, and Tamina in a Fatal Five Way Elimination Match. The action was non-stop from start to finish, with each competitor giving it their all. In the end, Bayley managed to retain her title at 19:20.
Fiendish Behavior: The Fiend Overpowers John Cena
The penultimate match of the evening saw The Fiend face off against John Cena in a Firefly Fun House Match. This was an absolute war from start to finish, with both competitors giving it their all. In the end, The Fiend's sheer power and dominance proved too much for Cena, as he emerged victorious.
Drew McIntyre Captures WWE Title from Brock Lesnar
The main event of the evening saw Drew McIntyre challenge WWE Champion Brock Lesnar for the title. This was an intense, hard-hitting contest that saw both competitors give it their all. In the end, McIntyre's determination and perseverance paid off, as he emerged victorious at 04:35 to capture the WWE Title.
A Night to Remember
Overall, this taped pay-per-view event delivered a night to remember for fans of professional wrestling. With a mix of exciting matches and unexpected outcomes, there was something for everyone on this card. Be sure to catch all the action when it airs on April 5th.
Card Details
- Date: 26 Mar 2020
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: WWE Performance Center
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Taped
- Broadcast Date: 05 Apr 2020
Matches
Charlotte Flair
(C)
defeat Rhea Ripley in a WWE NXT Women's Title Match
Match Time: 20:27Aleister Black defeat Bobby Lashley in a Singles Match
Match Time: 07:16Otis defeat Dolph Ziggler in a Singles Match
Match Time: 08:10Edge defeat Randy Orton in a Last Man Standing Match
Match Time: 36:41The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford)
(C)
defeat Angel Garza and Austin Theory in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Match
Match Time: 06:20Bayley
(C)
defeat Lacey Evans, Naomi, Sasha Banks and Tamina in a WWE SmackDown Women's Title Fatal Five Way Elimination Match
Match Time: 19:20Drew McIntyre
(C)
defeat Brock Lesnar in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 04:35