WWE WrestleMania XXIV
WrestleMania XXIV was the twenty-fourth annual WrestleMania PPV. The event took place on March 30, 2008, at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando. The first main event was a Singles match from the SmackDown brand that featured The Undertaker challenging World Heavyweight Champion Edge for the title. The second was a Triple Threat match from the Raw brand, in which WWE Champion Randy Orton defended against challengers Triple H and John Cena. The third was a singles match featuring ECW Champion Chavo Guerrero defending against Kane. Other matches include a No DQ match with Floyd Mayweather Jr. fighting The Big Show, a Money in the Bank ladder match with Carlito, Shelton Benjamin, MVP, CM Punk, Mr. Kennedy, Jericho, and John Morrison, and a retirement match between Shawn Michaels & Ric Flair.
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Plot Summary
WrestleMania XXIV, held in the Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida, was headlined by a WWE Championship match between Triple H and Edge, and the highly anticipated "dream match" between The Undertaker and Edge for the World Heavyweight Championship. The event also featured a boxing match between boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Big Show, and a career vs. streak match between Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair. Many other top WWE superstars competed on the card in high-stakes matches.
Critical Reception
WrestleMania XXIV was generally well-received by fans and critics, praised for its main events, particularly The Undertaker vs. Edge and Shawn Michaels vs. Ric Flair. While the undercard had some mixed reactions, the overall spectacle and emotional moments contributed to a positive reception.
What Reviewers Say
- The Undertaker's victory over Edge to extend his WrestleMania undefeated streak was a highlight.
- Shawn Michaels' retirement match against Ric Flair was an emotionally charged and critically acclaimed bout.
- Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s boxing match against Big Show provided a unique and attention-grabbing spectacle.
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Awards & Accolades
The Undertaker vs. Edge and Shawn Michaels vs. Ric Flair matches are frequently cited as among the best matches in WrestleMania history.
Fun Fact
This was the first WrestleMania to be held in the state of Florida.
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