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WWE Survivor Series 2004

Date: November 14, 2004

Location: Gund Arena, Cleveland, OH


This year's Survivor Series is headlined by new World Heavyweight Champion Edge defending his title against Shawn Michaels. La Résistance defend their tag titles against the Dudley Boyz; John Cena defends the United States Championship against Kurt Angle and Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental title against Rob Van Dam.




Match Card & Results:

1. Traditional Survivor Series Elimination Match – Raw vs. SmackDown

Team Raw:




Triple H (Captain)

Randy Orton

Batista

Chris Benoit

Ric Flair

Team SmackDown:




Eddie Guerrero (Captain)

Booker T

John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL)

Rey Mysterio Jr.

Kurt Angle

Outcome:

Team Raw dominates with Triple H and Batista combining for the final pin, eliminating Team SmackDown members one by one.




2. Intercontinental Championship Match

Champion: Shelton Benjamin vs. Rob Van Dam




Outcome:

Rob Van Dam defeats Shelton Benjamin via Five-Star Frog Splash to win the Intercontinental Championship.




3. United States Championship Match

Champion: John Cena vs. Kurt Angle




Outcome:

Kurt Angle wins via submission with the Ankle Lock after a hard-fought match, capturing the U.S. Title.




4. WWE Tag Team Championship Match

Champions: La Résistance (Sylvain Grenier & Robert Conway) vs. The Dudley Boyz




Outcome:

The Dudley Boyz regain the titles after a 3D on Sylvain Grenier.




5. Main Event – World Heavyweight Championship Match

Champion: Edge vs. Shawn Michaels




Outcome:

In a classic bout, Shawn Michaels pulls off the upset, defeating Edge with a Sweet Chin Music to become the new World Heavyweight Champion.

 

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WWE Armageddon 2004

Date: December 12, 2004

Location: Nationwide Arena, Columbus, Ohio


Armageddon 2004 is headlined by Eddie Guerrero defending the WWE title against Kurt Angle with Shawn Michaels acting as the special guest referee. Also on the card, new Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton defends against Chris Benoit; World Tag Team Champions Ric Flair & Batista defend against Edge & Christian; Molly Holly defends the Women's Championship against Lita; Edge pulls double duty by battling Kane; new United States Champion John "Bradshaw" Layfield defends against Chris Jericho; Bradshaw also reverts back to his APA days as he teams with Faarooq to challenge The Dudley Boyz for the WWE Tag Team Championship. On the pre-show, Rey Mysterio defends the Cruiserweight title against Psicosis




Card & Match Results:

Pre-Show:

Cruiserweight Open Challenge: Rey Mysterio vs. Psicosis

Rey retains after a 619 followed by West Coast Pop.

Main Card:

WWE Tag Team Championship Match

Champions: The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray & D-Von) vs. The APA (Bradshaw & Faarooq)

Dudley Boyz retain after a 3D on Faarooq.




United States Championship Match

Champion: John "Bradshaw" Layfield vs. Chris Jericho

Jericho wins after interference from Christian, with Jericho hitting the Lionsault.




Kane vs. Edge

A hard-hitting singles match ending with Kane winning via chokeslam after a brutal brawl.




Women's Championship Match

Champion: Molly Holly vs. Lita

Lita wins with a moonsault, capturing the title.




World Tag Team Championship Match

Champions: Ric Flair & Batista vs. Edge & Christian

Flair and Batista retain after Batista hits the Batista Bomb on Christian.




Intercontinental Championship Match

Champion: Randy Orton vs. Chris Benoit

Benoit wins after a diving headbutt, claiming the title.




Main Event:

WWE Championship Match

Champion: Eddie Guerrero vs. Kurt Angle (with Shawn Michaels as special guest referee)




In a tense, technical contest, Eddie Guerrero retains after interference from JBL, leading to a chaotic finish. Guerrero hits the Frog Splash after interference, pinning Angle.

 

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WWE New Year's Revolution 2005

Date: January 9, 2005

Location: Coliseo de Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Attendance: 15,000


The inaugural New Year's Revolution is headlined by new WWE Champion John Cena defending the WWE title against Kurt Angle. Also on the card: new WWE Tag Team Champions The Big Show & Kane defend against The Basham Brothers; Edge battles Shawn Michaels in a No Disqualification Match; Rey Mysterio defends the Cruiserweight title against Chavo Guerrero; The Dudley Boyz take on La Résistance; a 5-Way Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship

Event Card

1. Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship

Participants: Shelton Benjamin vs. Booker T vs. Chris Benoit vs. Christian vs. RVD

Result: Shelton Benjamin climbs and retrieves the title, winning the Intercontinental Championship in a thrilling ladder match.




2. Tag Team Match

Participants: The Dudley Boyz vs. La Résistance (Sylvain Grenier & Robért Conway)

Result: The Dudley Boyz hit the 3D on Grenier to secure the win.




3. Cruiserweight Championship Match

Participants: Rey Mysterio (c) vs. Chavo Guerrero

Result: Rey Mysterio retains after a 619 followed by a splash.




4. No Disqualification Match

Participants: Edge vs. Shawn Michaels

Result: Edge wins after a spear through a table, with interference from Christian, setting up a future rivalry.




5. WWE Tag Team Championship Match

Participants: The Big Show & Kane (c) vs. The Basham Brothers (Doug & Danny Basham)

Result: The Big Show & Kane retain after a chokeslam/powerbomb combo.




6. Main Event - WWE Championship Match

Participants: John Cena (c) vs. Kurt Angle

Result: John Cena retains the WWE Championship after a hard-fought match, finishing with an FU.

 

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WWE Royal Rumble 2005

Date: January 30, 2005

Location: Save Mart Center, Fresno, California

This year's Royal Rumble is headlined by a rematch from New Year's Revolution between John Cena and Kurt Angle; Cena pulls double duty by wrestling kane in a non-title match earlier in the show. Women's Champion Trish Stratus defends against Lita; new Intercontinental Champion Chris Benoit defends against Randy Orton; The Dudley Boyz battle La Résistance in a pre-show dark match.


Match Card & Highlights:

1. Dark Match:

Tag Team Match

The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray & D-Von) vs. La Résistance (Rene Dupree & Sylvain Grenier) – The Dudleys secure the win with a 3D on Dupree.




2. Intercontinental Championship Match

Chris Benoit (c) vs. Randy Orton

Result: Chris Benoit retains after a brutal Crippler Crossface, with interference from Edge at ringside.




3. SmackDown! Exclusive Match:

John Cena vs. Kane

Result: John Cena wins via FU, setting up his rising momentum.




4. Women's Championship Match

Trish Stratus (c) vs. Lita

Result: Trish retains after a well-fought contest, ending with a Stratusfaction Bulldog.




Royal Rumble Match (30 Participants)

Special Entrants & Surprises:




Entry 1: Rikishi

Entry 2: Booker T

Entry 3: Edge (returning from injury)

Entry 4: The Hurricane (return)

Entry 5: Christian

Entry 8: Ric Flair (special surprise)

Entry 15: The Boogeyman (enters with creepy antics)

Entry 20: Shawn Michaels (return after injury)

Entry 25: Vince McMahon (unexpected surprise, attempting to interfere)

Entry 28: Triple H (return from injury)

Final Four:




Batista

John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL)

Edge

Shawn Michaels

Winner: Batista — He overcomes the odds, last eliminating JBL to earn a World Championship match at WrestleMania 21.




Main Event:

WWE Championship Match

John Cena (c) vs. Kurt Angle

Result: John Cena retains after a hard-fought match, ending with an FU followed by a pin.

 

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WWE No Way Out 2005

Date: February 20, 2005

Location: Continental Airlines Arena, East Rutherford, New Jersey

The main event of No Way Out is Triple H defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Batista, who chose to have the title shot he earned at the Royal Rumble immediately at No Way Out instead. Also on the card: the Intercontinental title is defended in a 4-Way Ladder Match; Trish Stratus battles Lita; Eddie Guerrero & Chris Benoit defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against La Résistance; new United States Champion John Cena defends against Booker T; Rey Mysterio battles Chavo Guerrero; The Basham Brothers and The Dudley Boyz vie for the #1 contendership to the WWE Tag Team Championship.


Card & Match Results

1. WWE Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match

The Basham Brothers (Doug & Danny Basham) vs. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray & D-Von Dudley)

Result: The Dudleys win via 3D, securing the #1 contendership.

Notes: High-energy opener with classic tag team action.




2. Cruiserweight Open Challenge

Rey Mysterio vs. Chavo Guerrero

Result: Rey Mysterio wins with a 619 followed by a frog splash.

Notes: A fast-paced cruiserweight showcase.




3. United States Championship Match

John Cena (c) vs. Booker T

Result: John Cena retains after hitting the FU.

Notes: Intense match highlighting Cena’s rising momentum.




4. WWE Tag Team Championship Match

Eddie Guerrero & Chris Benoit (c) vs. La Résistance (Sylvain Grenier & Robért Conway)

Result: Guerrero and Benoit retain after a double submission.

Notes: Technical mastery and storytelling.




5. Women's Match

Trish Stratus vs. Lita

Result: Trish Stratus wins after a chick kick.

Notes: A fierce rivalry continues.




6. Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match

Shelton Benjamin (c) vs. Christian vs. Chris Jericho vs. Christian

Result: Christian wins after retrieving the title from the ladder.

Notes: Explosive ladder action with high spots.




7. Main Event - World Heavyweight Championship Match

Triple H (c) vs. Batista

Result: Batista wins via Batista Bomb, capturing the title.

Notes: A brutal, physical contest with heavy crowd involvement.

 

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WWE WrestleMania 21

Date: April 3, 2005

Location: Staples Center, Los Angeles, California




Pre-Show (Kickoff):

1. Cruiserweight Open Challenge Match




Participants: Rey Mysterio vs. Chavo Guerrero

Result: Rey Mysterio wins with a 619 followed by a splash.

2. Tag Team Match - SmackDown! Tag Titles




Participants: The Basham Brothers (Doug and Danny Basham) vs. The Hurricane & Rosey

Result: The Hurricane & Rosey win the titles via roll-up.

Main Card Highlights:

1. United States Championship Match




Participants: John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL) vs. The Undertaker

Result: The Undertaker wins after hitting a Chokeslam and a Tombstone Piledriver, capturing the U.S. Title.

2. Hardcore Match




Participants: Chris Jericho vs. Kane

Result: Kane dominates with a chokeslam through a table, winning the match.

3. Women's Match




Participants: Trish Stratus vs. Lita

Result: Trish Stratus retains with a Chick Kick.

4. Intercontinental Championship Match




Participants: Shelton Benjamin vs. Ric Flair

Result: Shelton Benjamin retains after a T-Bone Suplex.

5. Tag Team Match - Raw Tag Titles




Participants: The Dudley Boyz vs. La Résistance (Sylvain Grenier & Robért Conway)

Result: The Dudley Boyz win with 3D, becoming champions again.

6. Money in the Bank Ladder Match




Participants: Edge, Christian, Chris Benoit, Chris Jericho, Shelton Benjamin, and Booker T

Result: Edge wins after climbing the ladder and retrieving the briefcase.

Main Event:

WWE Championship Match

Participants: John Cena vs. Batista (c)

Result: Batista retains the title after a Batista Bomb. The match is intense, showcasing the rise of Batista as a top star.

 

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WWE Backlash 2005

Date: May 1, 2005

Location: Allstate Arena, Rosemont, Illinois

Batista loses the WWE title back to John Cena shortly after Wrestlemania 21 but beats Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship. Triple H gets his rematch at Backlash while John Cena defends the WWE title against JBL. Also on the card: Shelton Benjamin defends the Intercontinental title against Ric Flair but the issue of the match sets up the main event between Flair and Randy Orton, Los Guerreros defend the Smackdown Tag titles against the Basham Brothers before Eddie then faces Rey Mysterio immediately after; The Big Show battles Kane in a Hardcore Match


Card & Match Results:

1. World Heavyweight Championship Match

Champion: Batista vs. Challenger: Triple H

Result: Batista retains via pinfall after a Batista Bomb, in a hard-fought contest that leaves both men exhausted.




2. WWE Championship Match

Champion: John Cena vs. Challenger: JBL (with Theodore Long)

Result: John Cena retains after hitting the FU on JBL, overcoming JBL’s underhanded tactics.




3. Intercontinental Championship Match

Champion: Shelton Benjamin vs. Challenger: Ric Flair (with Evolution)

Result: Shelton Benjamin retains with a T-Bone Suplex, showcasing his rising star power.




4. SmackDown! Tag Team Championship Match

Champions: Los Guerreros (Eddie & Chavo Guerrero) vs. The Basham Brothers

Result: Los Guerreros retain after a Frog Splash from Eddie Guerrero.




5. Eddie Guerrero vs. Rey Mysterio (Personal feud match)

Result: Eddie Guerrero defeats Rey Mysterio via roll-up after interference from Chavo Guerrero, further fueling their rivalry.




6. Hardcore Match

The Big Show vs. Kane

Result: The Big Show wins after a Chokeslam through a table, in a brutal, chaotic match.




7. Special Attraction Match: Ric Flair vs. Randy Orton (with Evolution)

Result: Randy Orton wins via RKO, with Ric Flair tapping out to the move, marking a new chapter in Orton’s career.

 

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WWE Judgment Day 2005

Date: May 22, 2005

Location: Impact Zone, Orlando, Florida

Exceptionally taking place in the TNA Wrestling stomping grounds of the Impact Zone in Orlando, this show is headlined by new WWE Champion JBL defending against The Undertaker. Also on the card: Randy Orton vs Shawn Michaels in a No Disqualification Match, Los Guerreros defend the WWE Tag Team Championship against the Dudley Boyz, John Cena defends the United States Championship against Booker T, Kane battles Big Show in a rematch of Backlash, new Intercontinental Champion Edge defends against Christian, Rey Mysterio battles Kid Kash, The Basham Brothers take on the Heart Throbs to crown new #1 contenders for the WWE Tag Team titles.


Event Card & Results

1.WWE Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match

The Basham Brothers (Doug & Danny Basham) vs. The Heart Throbs (Antonio & Romeo)

Result: The Basham Brothers win after a double-team finisher.




2. Cruiserweight Open Challenge

Rey Mysterio vs. Kid Kash

Result: Rey Mysterio wins with a 619 followed by the West Coast Pop.




3. Intercontinental Championship Match

Edge (c) vs. Christian

Result: Christian pulls off the upset with help from Tyson Tomko, winning via roll-up.




4. Special Attraction Match

Kane vs. The Big Show

Result: Kane wins after a chokeslam, ending Show’s dominance.




5. WWE United States Championship Match

John Cena (c) vs. Booker T

Result: John Cena retains after hitting the FU.




6. WWE Tag Team Championship Match

Los Guerreros (Eddie & Chavo Guerrero) (c) vs. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray & D-Von)

Result: Los Guerreros retain after interference from Rey Mysterio.




7. No Disqualification Match

Randy Orton vs. Shawn Michaels

Result: Randy Orton wins after a low blow and RKO, with interference from Evolution.




8. Main Event: WWE Championship Match

John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL) (c) vs. The Undertaker

Result: JBL retains after interference from JBL’s hired security, The Cabinet, and a low blow.

 

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ECW One Night Stand 2005

Date: June 12, 2005

Location: Hammerstein Ballroom, New York City


Match Card & Highlights:

1. Opening Match:

The Sandman vs. Sabu

A wild, high-impact opener filled with tables, chairs, and barbed wire. Sandman’s hardcore brawling clashed with Sabu’s high-flying agility, culminating in a brutal chair shot and Sabu’s signature Arabian Facebuster.




2. Tag Team Match:

The FBI (Little Guido & Tony Mamaluke) vs. The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray & D-Von)

A classic ECW-style tag match with lots of chaos, table spots, and comedic moments. The Dudleys secured the win after a 3D through a table.




3. Special Attraction Match:

Taz vs. Rhino

A gritty contest with intense submissions and power moves, ending with Taz locking in the Tazmission to secure the victory.




4. Women’s Match:

Jacqueline vs. Dawn Marie

A physical match showcasing ECW’s women wrestlers, ending with Jacqueline pinning Dawn Marie after a Tajiri-assisted kick.




**5. Main Event – ECW Championship Match:

Rob Van Dam (c) vs. Jerry Lynn

A highly anticipated bout featuring fast-paced action, high spots, and technical wrestling. RVD retained his title after a five-star Frog Splash, leaving the crowd energized.

 

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WWE Vengeance 2005

Date: June 26, 2005

Location: Staples Center, Los Angeles, California

This year's Vengeance is headlined by a rematch of Judgment Day with JBL defending the WWE title against The Undertaker. Also on the card; new World Heavyweight Champion Triple H grants Batista his rematch; John Cena takes on Kurt Angle; Edge defends the Intercontinental Championship against Shelton Benjamin; Trish Stratus battles Diva Search winner Christy Hemme; new United States Champion Chris Benoit defends against Orlando Jordan; The Mexicools take on the Basham Brothers and Rey Mysterio takes on Kid Kash


Match Card & Results:

1. Cruiserweight Showcase

Rey Mysterio vs. Kid Kash

Result: Rey Mysterio wins via 630° Senton, showcasing high-flying action.




2. Tag Team Turmoil

The Mexicools (Super Crazy & Psicosis) vs. The Basham Brothers (Doug & Danny Basham)

Result: The Mexicools secure the victory after a Super Crazy moonsault on Doug Basham.




3. United States Championship Match

Chris Benoit (c) vs. Orlando Jordan

Result: Benoit retains after a Sharpshooter submission.




4. Women's Match

Trish Stratus vs. Christy Hemme

Result: Trish Stratus wins clean with a Stratusfaction.




5. Intercontinental Championship Match

Edge (c) vs. Shelton Benjamin

Result: Edge retains via roll-up, with interference from Christian causing a distraction.




6. Special Attraction Match

John Cena vs. Kurt Angle

Result: John Cena wins after an FU finisher, marking his rising star moment.




7. World Heavyweight Championship Match

Triple H (c) vs. Batista

Result: Batista scores the upset victory with a Batista Bomb, capturing the World Heavyweight Title.




Main Event: WWE Championship Match

John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL) (c) vs. The Undertaker

Result: The Undertaker wins via Tombstone Piledriver after interference from JBL’s associates, capturing the WWE Championship and establishing dominance.

 

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WWE The Great American Bash 2005

Date: July 24, 2005

Location: MCI Center, Washington, D.C.

New WWE Champion John Cena pulls double duty on the show as he defends the title in a No Holds Barred Match against Booker T in the main event but must also contend with dangerous newcomer Vladimir Kozlov in a Hardcore Match right before that but fortunately, Mick Foley acts as guest enforcer for that one. Also on the card: The Basham Brothers battle the Highlanders; The Undertaker takes on Randy Orton; a Cruiserweight Open; new United States Champion Orlando Jordan grants former champion Chris Benoit a rematch; World Heavyweight Champion Batista battles Edge in a No Disqualication match for the title

Match Card & Highlights:

1. World Heavyweight Championship Match:

Champion: Batista vs. Edge (with Lita)

Stipulation: No Disqualification

Outcome: Batista retains after a brutal match culminating with a Batista Bomb on the steel steps, overcoming Edge's interference and Lita's attempts at distraction.




2. WWE United States Championship Match:

Champion: Orlando Jordan vs. Chris Benoit

Outcome: Benoit wins via submission with the Sharpshooter, capturing the US title and celebrating with patriotic flair.




3. Cruiserweight Open Challenge:

Participants: Multiple cruiserweights including Rey Mysterio, Juventud, Kid Kash, and Psicosis

Outcome: Rey Mysterio wins in a fast-paced, high-flying battle, successfully defending his Cruiserweight title.




4. The Undertaker vs. Randy Orton

Outcome: The Undertaker dominates in a gritty match, finishing with a Tombstone Piledriver, asserting his dominance and continuing his legendary status.




5. Tag Team Match:

The Basham Brothers (Doug & Danny Basham) vs. The Highlanders (Robbie & Rory McAllister)*

Outcome: The Highlanders pull off an upset victory with a surprise roll-up, earning a shot at the Tag Team Titles.




6. Hardcore Match:

John Cena vs. Vladimir Kozlov (special guest enforcer: Mick Foley)*

Outcome: Cena wins after a brutal brawl that spills into the crowd, ending with an FU onto a steel chair.




7. Main Event - WWE Championship Match:

Champion: John Cena vs. Booker T (with Sharmell)

Stipulation: No Holds Barred

Outcome: John Cena retains in a hard-fought match, winning with the FU after interference from the Spirit Squad, setting up future feuds.