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SmackDown Surprises 🚪, Roman vs. Solo šŸ›”ļø, AEW Ratings Dip šŸ“Š

Saturday, December 14th 2024

On This Day Trivia

December 14th, 2003 - Evolution Dominates Armageddon
WWE’s ā€˜Armageddon’ PPV at the TD Waterhouse Center in Orlando, Florida, was all about Evolution’s golden night. The faction kicked off the event with R_ _ _ _ O_ _ _ _ defeating R_ _ V_ _ D_ _ to claim the Intercontinental Championship. Later, R_ _ F_ _ _ _ and B_ _ _ _ _ _ captured the WWE Tag Team Championship in a Tag Team Turmoil match against teams like The Dudley Boyz, La Resistance, and Garrison Cade & Mark Jindrak. The night ended with T_ _ _ _ _ H completing the sweep by winning the World Heavyweight Championship in a triple-threat match that also featured G_ _ _ _ _ _ _ and K_ _ _.

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TV Results

SmackDown delivered big this week, with surprises and solid in-ring action. Braun Strowman made his dramatic return via WWE’s mysterious "transfer portal," dominating Carmelo Hayes in a match that left no room for doubt about his intentions. The Street Profits clashed with Imperium in a hard-fought tag match, showing off both teams’ chemistry and grit. Roman Reigns ended the night with a bold challenge to Solo Sikoa, setting the stage for a major Bloodline showdown.

Winter is Coming brought the action, with Bryan Danielson and Swerve Strickland delivering a standout match in the Continental Classic. The hard-hitting bout had fans on their feet, solidifying both stars’ place as tournament favorites. The post-match confrontation hinted at even more fireworks ahead, keeping AEW’s momentum rolling as the year wraps up.

WWE News

Roman Reigns dropped a bombshell on WWE Raw, challenging Solo Sikoa to a Tribal Combat Match during the Netflix debut. This highly anticipated showdown promises to shake up The Bloodline’s dynamic.

Fans are buzzing over a potential spoiler for WWE’s One Night Only event. Speculation is swirling about a surprise return, with theories ranging from long-absent legends to unexpected debuts. The thread is a mix of excitement and debate as fans weigh in on what this could mean for the card.

A deep dive into Finn Balor’s recent character work sparked discussion on his evolution within The Judgment Day. Fans are split on whether his arc has peaked or if more layers are coming, but there’s unanimous praise for Balor’s ability to adapt and remain relevant in WWE’s changing landscape.

Creative fans are brainstorming their dream Judgment Day 3.0 lineup, with Buddy Murphy and Rhea Ripley’s dominance taking center stage. The thread is packed with fantasy booking ideas, some plausible and others completely outlandish, but it’s clear fans still see room for Judgment Day to evolve.

AEW News

The Winter Is Coming edition of Dynamite saw a slight viewership dip, despite a loaded card that featured key matches from the Continental Classic. Discussions focus on whether AEW's ratings will rebound before year-end.

Fans are reacting to an unusual hot take in this Reddit thread, sparking debates about AEW’s booking and creative direction. The community remains split on what’s working and what’s not.

A heated discussion has emerged after Mariah May’s comments about AEW surfaced. Fans are debating her perspective on the company and how it reflects her potential booking direction.

On This Day Answer

December 14th, 2003 - Evolution Dominates Armageddon
2003 – WWE’s ā€˜Armageddon’ PPV at the TD Waterhouse Center in Orlando, Florida, was all about Evolution’s golden night. The faction kicked off the event with Randy Orton defeating Rob Van Dam to claim the Intercontinental Championship. Later, Ric Flair and Batista captured the WWE Tag Team Championship in a Tag Team Turmoil match against teams like The Dudley Boyz, La Resistance, and Garrison Cade & Mark Jindrak. The night ended with Triple H completing the sweep by winning the World Heavyweight Championship in a triple-threat match that also featured Goldberg and Kane.

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