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WWF Royal Rumble 2000

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ROYAL RUMBLE REPORT

Madison Square Garden, New York City, January 23rd, 2000 - The grandeur of the "Garden" was on full display tonight as World Wrestling Entertainment presented its latest Pay Per View extravaganza, Royal Rumble. A sold-out crowd of 19,231 enthusiastic fans packed the iconic arena, eager to witness a night of unforgettable action.

MATCH REPORT

The evening kicked off with Tazz taking on Kurt Angle in a Singles Match. The intense encounter saw Tazz emerge victorious, pinning Angle in just 3 minutes and 16 seconds. A strong start for the newcomer, who looks poised to make an impact in the WWE.

Next up, tag team titans The Hardy Boyz faced off against The Dudley Boyz in a Tables Elimination Match. This thrilling contest saw the Hardys outlast their rivals, securing the win after 10 minutes and 17 seconds of back-and-forth action.

Chris Jericho then stepped into the ring for his WWE Intercontinental Title Triple Threat Match against Chyna and Hardcore Holly. The Crippler showcased his cunning and athleticism, pinning both opponents to retain the title in a mere 7 minutes and 30 seconds.

The New Age Outlaws (Billy Gunn and The Road Dogg) put their WWF World Tag Team Titles on the line against The Acolytes (Bradshaw and Faarooq). In a surprisingly brief match, the Outlaws retained their championships in just 2 minutes and 35 seconds.

The main event of the evening saw Triple H face off against Cactus Jack in a WWE Title Street Fight. This brutal bout was marked by intense brawling and near-misses, ultimately resulting in The Game retaining his title after 26 minutes and 48 seconds.

Finally, the night concluded with The Rock challenging an astonishing 20+ competitors in the Royal Rumble Match. After navigating a gauntlet of opponents, including Albert, Al Snow, Bob Backlund, and many more, The People's Champion emerged victorious, last eliminating Edge to claim the coveted crown.

ROYAL RUMBLE MATCH REPORT

As the bell rang, signaling the start of the Royal Rumble, the crowd erupted in anticipation. And for good reason - this match promised to be an unforgettable spectacle. The early going saw a flurry of eliminations as competitors dropped out left and right. Chyna was the first to fall, followed by Hardcore Holly, Crash Holly, and more.

As the match wore on, alliances formed and dissolved, with temporary partnerships giving way to intense rivalries. Meanwhile, The Rock, ever the fan favorite, remained near the top of the pack throughout.

In a stunning upset, Test eliminated The Big Show, sending shockwaves through the crowd. Moments later, Kane, still seething from his earlier elimination at the hands of Triple H, returned to wreak havoc on the proceedings.

As the clock ticked down, only three competitors remained: Edge, Christian, and The Rock. In a thrilling sequence, The Great One dispatched both opponents, culminating in his triumphant return to the top turnbuckle as the winner.

In conclusion, tonight's Royal Rumble card was an electrifying display of athleticism, drama, and entertainment. With so many memorable moments and surprises throughout the evening, this event will be remembered for years to come. Until next time, stay tuned to zohash.com for your exclusive wrestling news, reviews, and analysis!

Card Details

  • Date: 23 Jan 2000
  • Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
  • Arena: Madison Square Garden
  • Attendance: 19231
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 23 Jan 2000

Matches

  1. Tazz defeat Kurt Angle in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 03:16

  2. The Hardy Boyz (Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy) defeat The Dudley Boyz (Buh Buh Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley) in a Tables Elimination Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 10:17

  3. Chris Jericho(C) defeat Chyna and Hardcore Holly in a WWE Intercontinental Title Triple Threat Match
    Match Time: 07:30

  4. The New Age Outlaws (Billy Gunn and The Road Dogg)(C) defeat The Acolytes (Bradshaw and Faarooq) in a WWF World Tag Team Title Match
    Match Time: 02:35

  5. Triple H(C) defeat Cactus Jack in a WWE Title Street Fight
    Match Time: 26:48

  6. The Rock defeat Albert, Al Snow, Bob Backlund, Bradshaw, Chris Jericho, Christian, Chyna, Crash Holly, D-Lo Brown, Edge, Faarooq, Gangrel, Grandmaster Sexay, Hardcore Holly, Kane, Mosh, Mr. Ass, Rikishi, Scotty 2 Hotty, Steve Blackman, Test, The Big Bossman, The Big Show, The British Bulldog, The Godfather, The Road Dogg, Val Venis, Viscera and X-Pac in a Royal Rumble Match
    Match Time: 51:48

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