The fervor for WrestleMania XL surged as the WWE caravan made a stop in Rockford, Illinois, treating fans to an electrifying house show on Sunday, March 24.
With a lineup brimming with title bouts and the presence of RAW and SmackDown’s top luminaries, the stage was set for an unforgettable evening of grappling action.
Commencing the spectacle was a riveting six-woman tag team match, as Naomi and Bianca Belair united with Becky Lynch to square off against Dakota Kai, Kairi Sane, and IYO SKY. The clash culminated with The Man delivering a thunderous Manhandle Slam, sealing victory for their trio.
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— Jordan Williams (@JJWILL_) March 25, 2024
Diversifying the evening’s narrative, Sami Zayn triumphed over Shinsuke Nakamura, setting the stage for his impending showdown with The Ring General at WrestleMania XL. Meanwhile, Gunther asserted his dominance by successfully defending his Intercontinental Championship against the resilient Jey Uso.
In a surprising turn, The Awesome Truth collided with Dominik Mysterio and JD McDonagh of Judgment Day, only for the bout to escalate into an eight-man tag team encounter following the interference of Finn Balor and Damian Priest. Amidst the chaos, Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods emerged as the saviors, ensuring justice prevailed.
The colossal presence of Omos loomed large as he bested Odyssey Jones in a compelling singles contest, further solidifying his stature within the WWE ranks.
Meanwhile, the Women’s World Championship hung in the balance as Rhea Ripley overcame formidable odds, retaining her title against the formidable duo of Shayna Baszler and Nia Jax in a thrilling triple threat encounter, punctuated by a twist of betrayal.
Seth cuts a promo on The Rock and talks about who has actually made wrestling cool again after the main event x #WWERockford #SethRollins #TeamRollins
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— Seth Rollins Fans : Fanpage (@SethRollinsFans) March 25, 2024
Headlining the event, Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes delivered a mesmerizing performance, vanquishing Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa in a gripping main event. Post-match, the triumphant duo addressed the raucous audience, leaving an indelible mark on the Road to WrestleMania XL.
With each clash intensifying the anticipation for the grandest stage of them all, the WWE’s journey to WrestleMania XL reaches new heights, promising fans an extravaganza of unparalleled magnitude.
