WWE Armageddon 2003
Armageddon (2003) was the fourth Armageddon PPV. The event, presented by Square Enix's Final Fantasy X-2, took place on December 14, 2003 at the TD Waterhouse Centre in Orlando, Florida and was a Raw brand-exclusive event. The main event was a Triple Threat match for the World Heavyweight Championship between Kane, Triple H, and champion Goldberg. One of the predominant matches on the undercard was the defense of the WWE Intercontinental Championship by Rob Van Dam against Randy Orton. Another primary match on the undercard was Batista versus Shawn Michaels. The event grossed $450,000 with 9,000 ticket sales and received 200,000 pay-per-view buys. The event was claimed to be a "flop" by Canadian Online Explorer's professional wrestling event section. They rated the overall event a six out of ten.
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Plot Summary
WWE Armageddon 2003 was a professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). The main event featured a Fatal Four-Way Elimination match for the World Heavyweight Championship between champion Triple H, Goldberg, Shawn Michaels, and Chris Jericho. Other notable matches included Kane defending the Intercontinental Championship against Shane McMahon and Batista challenging for the World Tag Team Championship.
Critical Reception
WWE Armageddon 2003 received mixed to positive reviews from wrestling critics and fans. The main event was generally praised for its action and surprise finish, though some criticized the booking decisions leading up to and during the event. The undercard featured several solid matches, contributing to an overall satisfactory, albeit not universally acclaimed, pay-per-view.
What Reviewers Say
- The Fatal Four-Way main event was a highlight, delivering excitement and a dramatic conclusion.
- Several matches on the undercard provided good wrestling action.
- Some booking decisions and the overall pacing were points of contention for some viewers.
Google audience: Audience reception was generally positive, with many fans enjoying the high-stakes main event and the performances of the top stars. Specific praise was given to the athletic displays and the unpredictability of the championship match.
Fun Fact
This event marked the final 'Armageddon' pay-per-view event in WWE history, as the event name was retired after 2003.
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