The Grand Slam World Title Eliminator Tournament Continues!
The Grand Slam World Title Eliminator Tournament is in full swing, and the latest episode of AEW Rampage delivered some exciting matches and surprising outcomes. Let’s dive into the action from the Indiana Farmer’s Coliseum in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Match #1: AEW World Title Eliminator – Jay Lethal vs. Penta
The first match of the night featured two talented competitors, Jay Lethal and Penta, battling it out for a chance to advance in the tournament. Penta showcased his agility and striking ability, landing a superkick on Lethal and delivering a series of chops. Lethal fought back with a Lethal Combination and a Lethal Injection, but Penta countered with a backstabber and sealed the victory with a Fear Factor.
Winner: Penta
Rating: ***1/4
Match #2: Skye Blue, Dr. Britt Baker DMD, & Hikaru Shida vs. Taya Valkyrie, The Bunny, & Anna Jay
The next match featured a six-woman tag team bout, with Skye Blue, Dr. Britt Baker DMD, and Hikaru Shida teaming up against Taya Valkyrie, The Bunny, and Anna Jay. The match saw Taya dominate early on, but Skye and Shida fought back, clearing the apron and taking control. In the end, Baker locked in the Lockjaw on Anna Jay, forcing her to tap out.
Winners: Dr. Britt Baker DMD, Skye Blue, & Hikaru Shida
Rating: *3/4
Match #3: Matt Menard & Angelo Parker vs. The Young Bucks
The Young Bucks faced off against Matt Menard and Angelo Parker in a tag team match. The Bucks showcased their high-flying and technical prowess, delivering impressive moves like the assisted senton and the Locomotion Northern Lights. Despite a valiant effort from Menard and Parker, The Young Bucks emerged victorious with a BTE Trigger.
Winners: The Young Bucks
Rating: **
Match #4: AEW World Title Eliminator – Samoa Joe vs. Jeff Hardy
The main event featured a clash between two veterans, Samoa Joe and Jeff Hardy, in another World Title Eliminator match. Hardy showed his resilience and high-flying abilities, but Joe’s power and submission skills proved to be too much. Joe locked in a devastating submission hold, forcing Hardy to submit.
Winner: Samoa Joe
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