

WWE The Great American Bash 2004
The Great American Bash (2004) was the 15th Great American Bash professional wrestling pay-per-view event, and the first produced by World Wrestling Entertainment. The event, presented by Subway, took place on June 27, 2004 at the Norfolk Scope in Norfolk, Virginia and was a SmackDown! brand-exclusive event. The main event was a Handicap match between The Dudley Boyz and The Undertaker. One of the featured matches on the undercard was a Texas Bullrope match for the WWE Championship between John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL) and champion Eddie Guerrero. Another primary match on the undercard was Rey Mysterio versus Chavo Guerrero for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship.
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Plot Summary
The Great American Bash 2004 was a professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by WWE. The event was headlined by a contest for the WWE Championship between John "Cena" Cena and Triple H. Other featured matches included a brutal Hell in a Cell match and a highly anticipated encounter for the World Heavyweight Championship.
Critical Reception
The event received mixed to positive reviews from critics and fans. While some matches were praised for their intensity and storytelling, others were criticized for their pacing and outcomes. The main event and a few undercard bouts were highlighted as particularly memorable.
What Reviewers Say
- The main event between John Cena and Triple H was a highlight, showcasing a strong competitive spirit.
- Some undercard matches offered exciting action and high stakes.
- The overall event pacing and some booking decisions received moderate criticism.
Google audience: Audience feedback for The Great American Bash 2004 is not widely aggregated on Google. However, general fan sentiment often points to the main event as a key draw, with varied opinions on the supporting matches and overall show structure.
Fun Fact
This event marked one of John Cena's first major main events for a WWE pay-per-view, signaling his rise to superstardom.
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