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WWE WrestleMania XIX - "Dare To Dream"
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- Tails Azimuth
WWX (World Wrestling Entertainment) Presents WrestleMania XIX: A Night to Remember
March 30th, 2003 - SafeCo Field, Seattle, Washington, USA
Attendance: 54,097
In front of a sold-out crowd at the iconic SafeCo Field in Seattle, Washington, World Wrestling Entertainment presented its flagship event, WrestleMania XIX. The card was stacked with some of the biggest names in professional wrestling, and I'm thrilled to report that each match delivered in terms of excitement, drama, and sheer athleticism.
Cruiserweight Championship: Matt Hardy (c) vs. Rey Mysterio
The night kicked off with a thrilling Cruiserweight Championship bout between champion Matt Hardy Version 1.0 and challenger Rey Mysterio. This match was an absolute barnburner, with both men showcasing their incredible aerial abilities. In the end, it was Hardy's cunningness that won out, as he secured the victory in just 5 minutes and 37 seconds.
Two-on-One Handicap Match: The Undertaker vs. A-Train & Big Show
The Deadman looked to continue his undefeated streak at WrestleMania against a formidable foe in The A-Train and Big Show. This match was all about power, with the giant duo looking to overwhelm Taker. However, it was the Phenom's cunning and sheer determination that allowed him to emerge victorious in 9 minutes and 42 seconds.
WWE Women's Championship: Trish Stratus (c) vs. Jazz & Victoria
The WWE Women's Championship was up for grabs in a thrilling triple threat match between champion Trish Stratus, challenger Jazz, and Victoria. This bout was an absolute showcase of the women's division, with each competitor giving it their all. In the end, Stratus' cunningness and athleticism allowed her to retain the title.
WWE RAW Tag Team Championship: Team Angle (c) vs. Chris Benoit & Rhyno & Los Guerreros
The WWE RAW Tag Team Championship was on the line in a chaotic triple threat match featuring champions Team Angle (Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin), challengers Chris Benoit and Rhyno, and Los Guerreros (Chavo Guerrero and Eddie Guerrero). This bout was an absolute frenzy, with each team giving it their all. In the end, Team Angle emerged victorious to retain the title.
Singles Match: Shawn Michaels vs. Chris Jericho
The main event of the night was a highly anticipated singles match between Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho. These two wrestling legends went toe-to-toe in an absolute clinic of professional wrestling. This match had it all - drama, intensity, and incredible athleticism. In the end, Michaels emerged victorious after a thrilling sequence.
World Heavyweight Championship: Triple H (c) vs. Booker T
The WWE World Heavyweight Championship was on the line in a highly anticipated bout between champion Triple H and challenger Booker T. This match was an absolute war, with both men giving it their all. In the end, Triple H emerged victorious to retain the title.
20 Years in the Making Street Fight: Hulk Hogan vs. Vince McMahon
The night's main event was a 20-year-old feud finally settled between Hulk Hogan and Vince McMahon. This match was an absolute brawl, with both men showing no quarter. In the end, Hogan emerged victorious, capping off an incredible night of wrestling.
Singles Match: The Rock vs. Steve Austin
Rounding out the card was a highly anticipated singles match between two of WWE's biggest stars - The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin. These two wrestling legends went toe-to-toe in an absolute war. This match had it all - drama, intensity, and incredible athleticism. In the end, The Rock emerged victorious after a thrilling sequence.
WWE Championship: Brock Lesnar (c) vs. Kurt Angle
The night's final bout was for the WWE Championship, with champion Brock Lesnar looking to continue his undefeated streak at WrestleMania against challenger Kurt Angle. This match was an absolute barnburner, with both men giving it their all. In the end, Lesnar emerged victorious to retain the title.
Overall Thoughts
WrestleMania XIX was an absolute triumph, featuring a card that had something for everyone. Each match delivered in terms of excitement, drama, and athleticism, making this one of the greatest WrestleManias of all time. If you missed it, do yourself a favor and seek out the replay - it's well worth your time.
Rating: 9.5/10
Recommendation: Must-see event for any WWE fan.
Card Details
- Date: 30 Mar 2003
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: SafeCo Field
- Attendance: 54097
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 30 Mar 2003
Matches
Matt Hardy Version 1.0
(C)
defeat Rey Mysterio in a WWE Cruiserweight Title Match
Match Time: 05:37The Undertaker defeat The A-Train and The Big Show in a Two On One Handicap Match
Match Time: 09:42Trish Stratus
(C)
defeat Jazz and Victoria in a WWE Women's Title Triple Threat MatchTeam Angle (Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin)
(C)
defeat Chris Benoit and Rhyno and Los Guerreros (Chavo Guerrero and Eddie Guerrero) in a WWE RAW Tag Team Title Triple Threat Match
Match Time: 08:48Shawn Michaels defeat Chris Jericho in a Singles Match
Match Time: 22:34Triple H
(C)
defeat Booker T in a World Heavyweight Title Match
Match Time: 18:45Hulk Hogan defeat Vince McMahon in a 20 Years In The Making Street Fight
Match Time: 20:47The Rock defeat Steve Austin in a Singles Match
Match Time: 17:55Brock Lesnar
(C)
defeat Kurt Angle in a WWE Title Match