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WWF WrestleMania X-7 - "Houston... We Have A Problem"
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- Tails Azimuth
WRESTLE MANIA X-SEVEN: A NIGHT TO REMEMBER IN HOUSTON
Houston, Texas - April 1st, 2001 - The Reliant Astrodome played host to the biggest event in professional wrestling, WWE's WrestleMania X-Seven. In front of a packed crowd of 67,925 fans, the world's top wrestlers put it all on the line for championship gold and bragging rights.
Opening Match: Chris Jericho vs William Regal (WWE Intercontinental Title)
The show kicked off with a thrilling encounter between Chris Jericho and William Regal. The high-flying Y2J showcased his incredible aerial skills, but Regal's technical grappling proved to be a formidable challenge. In the end, Jericho emerged victorious, retaining his WWE Intercontinental Championship in 7:40.
Tag Team Action: Tazz & APA vs Right To Censor
The Right To Censor looked to assert their dominance in a six-man tag team match against Tazz and The APA (Bradshaw and Faarooq). Despite the numbers game being against them, the trio of misfits from the streets held their own. In the end, it was Tazz's finishing move, the Tazzmission, that sealed the deal for his team in 3:56.
Hardcore Chaos: Kane vs Raven & Big Show (WWE Hardcore Title)
The main event of this segment featured a triple threat match for the WWE Hardcore Championship. The monstrous Kane took on two behemoths in Raven and Big Show. In a wild and unpredictable affair, Kane managed to outmaneuver his opponents, retaining his title in an intense match.
European Showdown: Eddie Guerrero vs Test (WWE European Title)
Eddie Guerrero looked to add another title to his collection as he faced off against the powerful Test for the WWE European Championship. In a closely contested bout, Guerrero's quickness and cunning ultimately proved too much for Test, securing the win in 10:30.
Angle of Victory: Kurt Angle vs Chris Benoit
In one of the most anticipated matches of the night, Kurt Angle took on Chris Benoit in a singles contest. The two Olympic gold medalists engaged in an intense, hard-hitting affair that saw both men push each other to the limit. In the end, it was Angle's superior strength and agility that earned him the victory in 14:10.
Women's Championship: Chyna vs Ivory (WWE Women's Title)
The WWE Women's Championship was on the line as Chyna faced off against Ivory. The two ladies put on a spirited show, with Chyna ultimately emerging victorious to retain her title.
Street Fight: Shane McMahon vs Vince McMahon (Special Referee: Mick Foley)
In a thrilling street fight, Shane McMahon took on his father Vince McMahon in a No-Holds-Barred battle for the ages. With special referee Mick Foley looking on, both men put everything they had into the match. In the end, Shane's determination and cunning earned him the win in 14:11.
Tag Team Tussle: Christian & Edge vs Dudley Boyz & Hardy Boyz (WWF World Tag Team Titles)
In a thrilling three-way match for the WWF World Tag Team Championship, Christian and Edge faced off against The Dudley Boyz and The Hardy Boyz. In a wild and unpredictable affair that saw all six competitors involved in various combinations of action, Christian and Edge emerged victorious to retain their titles.
Gimmick Battle Royal: Iron Sheik vs Various Opponents
In a bizarre and entertaining gimmick battle royal, the Iron Sheik took on a host of wrestlers from WWE's past. In an intense match that saw many participants eliminated in quick succession, the Iron Sheik emerged as the last man standing after 3:50.
Main Event: The Undertaker vs Triple H
The night's main event pitted the undefeated champion The Undertaker against Triple H. In a hard-hitting and intense match, both men gave it their all. However, in the end, it was The Undertaker who emerged victorious, retaining his title in 18:27.
WWE Championship: Steve Austin vs The Rock (No Disqualification)
The night's final match saw WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin take on challenger The Rock in a No-Disqualification encounter. In an intense and hard-hitting battle, both men left everything they had in the ring. In the end, it was Steve Austin who emerged victorious, retaining his title.
And that's a wrap, folks! WrestleMania X-Seven will be remembered as one of the greatest events in WWE history, with many memorable moments and exciting matches throughout the night. Until next year... ZOHASH.COM
Card Details
- Date: 01 Apr 2001
- Promotion: World Wrestling Entertainment
- Arena: Reliant Astrodome
- Attendance: 67925
- Type: Pay Per View
- Broadcast Type: Live
- Broadcast Date: 01 Apr 2001
Matches
Chris Jericho
(C)
defeat William Regal in a WWE Intercontinental Title Match
Match Time: 07:40Tazz and The APA (Bradshaw and Faarooq) defeat The Right To Censor (Bull Buchanan, The Goodfather and Val Venis) in a Six Man Tag Team Match
Match Time: 03:56Kane
(C)
defeat Raven and The Big Show in a WWE Hardcore Title Triple Threat MatchEddie Guerrero
(C)
defeat Test in a WWE European Title MatchKurt Angle defeat Chris Benoit in a Singles Match
Match Time: 14:10Chyna
(C)
defeat Ivory in a WWE Women's Title MatchShane McMahon defeat Vince McMahon in a Street Fight (Special Referee: Mick Foley)
Match Time: 14:11Christian and Edge
(C)
defeat The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley) and The Hardy Boyz in a WWF World Tag Team Title Tables, Ladders & Chairs Three Way MatchThe Iron Sheik defeat Brother Love, Bushwhacker Butch, Bushwhacker Luke, Doink, Duke Droese, Earthquake, Hillbilly Jim, James E. Cornette, Kamala, Kim Chee, Michael Hayes, Nikolai Volkoff, Repo Man, Sgt. Slaughter, The Gobbledy Gooker, The Goon, The One Man Gang and Tugboat in a Gimmick Battle Royal
Match Time: 03:50The Undertaker defeat Triple H in a Singles Match
Match Time: 18:27Steve Austin
(C)
defeat The Rock in a WWE Title No Disqualification Match