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WWF Royal Rumble 2001
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WWF's Royal Rumble Delivers Thrills and Spills
January 21st, 2001 - New Orleans Arena, Louisiana - In front of a sold-out crowd of 17,137, World Wrestling Entertainment presented its annual extravaganza, the Royal Rumble. The event did not disappoint, featuring five thrilling matches that showcased the best of the WWF's talent.
The evening kicked off with a tag team title match, as The Dudley Boyz (Buh Buh Ray and D-Von) successfully defended their championship against Christian and Edge. The high-flying action was reminiscent of the legendary Hardy Boyz, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
Next up was a WWE Intercontinental Title Ladder Match between Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit. This bout was an instant classic, with both competitors putting everything on the line to claim the coveted title. In the end, it was Jericho who emerged victorious, solidifying his status as one of the top in-ring performers in the WWF.
The women's division also had its moment in the spotlight, as Ivory successfully defended her WWE Women's Title against Chyna. The match itself was a hard-hitting affair, with both competitors giving it their all in pursuit of victory.
The main event of the evening saw Kurt Angle face off against Triple H for the WWE Championship. This intense match featured a mix of powerbombs, suplexes, and near-falls that left the crowd gasping. In the end, it was Angle who emerged victorious, claiming his first WWE Championship in dramatic fashion.
The pièce de résistance, however, was the Royal Rumble match itself. Featuring a whopping 30 competitors, including legends like The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and The Undertaker, this battle royal had something for everyone. In the end, it was Austin who emerged victorious, last eliminating Kane to secure his spot in the title picture.
Overall, WWF's Royal Rumble 2001 was an outstanding event that showcased the best of what the company has to offer. With a mix of thrilling matches, memorable moments, and unpredictable outcomes, this pay-per-view event is sure to be remembered for years to come.
Match Times:
- The Dudley Boyz vs. Christian and Edge - 11:45
- Chris Jericho vs. Chris Benoit - 21:15
- Ivory vs. Chyna - 3:27
- Kurt Angle vs. Triple H - 24:18
- Royal Rumble Match - 1:01:52
Rating: (5/5)
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Card Details
- Date: 21 Jan 2001
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: New Orleans Arena
- Attendance: 17137
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 21 Jan 2001
Matches
The Dudley Boyz (Buh Buh Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley)
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defeat Christian and Edge in a WWF World Tag Team Title MatchChris Jericho
(C)
defeat Chris Benoit in a WWE Intercontinental Title Ladder MatchIvory
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defeat Chyna in a WWE Women's Title Match
Match Time: 03:27Kurt Angle
(C)
defeat Triple H in a WWE Title Match
Match Time: 24:18Steve Austin defeat Albert, Al Snow, Billy Gunn, Bradshaw, Bull Buchanan, Crash, Drew Carey, Faarooq, Grandmaster Sexay, Haku, Hardcore Holly, Jeff Hardy, K-Kwik, Kane, Matt Hardy, Perry Saturn, Raven, Rikishi, Scotty 2 Hotty, Steve Blackman, Tazz, Test, The Big Show, The Goodfather, The Honky Tonk Man, The Rock, The Undertaker, Val Venis and William Regal in a Royal Rumble Match
Match Time: 01:01:52