WWE SummerSlam 2005
SummerSlam (2005) was the eighteenth annual SummerSlam professional wrestling PPV event. It was presented by THQ's WWE Day of Reckoning 2 and took place on August 21, 2005 at the MCI Center in Washington, D.C. featured talent from the Raw and SmackDown! brands. The main match on the Raw brand was Hulk Hogan versus Shawn Michaels. The predominant match on the SmackDown brand was a No Holds Barred match for the World Heavyweight Championship between Batista and John "Bradshaw" Layfield (JBL). Another primary match on the Raw brand was for the WWE Championship between John Cena and Chris Jericho. The main match on the undercard featured a Ladder match for the custody of Dominick between Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero.
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Plot Summary
WWE SummerSlam 2005 was a professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by WWE. The event featured a highly anticipated grudge match between John Cena and Eddie Guerrero over the WWE Championship. It also showcased a major confrontation between Batista and JBL for the World Heavyweight Championship and a memorable Intercontinental Championship match between Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero.
Critical Reception
SummerSlam 2005 is generally regarded as one of the stronger SummerSlam events of the mid-2000s. The main events delivered, and several matches were praised for their quality and storytelling, particularly the Cena vs. Guerrero bout. The event successfully built upon existing rivalries and delivered significant moments for fans.
What Reviewers Say
- The main event between John Cena and Eddie Guerrero was a standout performance, showcasing excellent in-ring work and compelling drama.
- Batista and JBL's match for the World Heavyweight Championship was a hard-hitting and decisive encounter.
- Rey Mysterio and Eddie Guerrero delivered an exciting Intercontinental Championship match that was a highlight for many viewers.
Google audience: Audience reception for WWE SummerSlam 2005 was largely positive, with many viewers highlighting the main event matches as the strongest parts of the show. The event was seen as a successful showcase of top talent and engaging storylines.
Fun Fact
The controversial finish to the John Cena vs. Eddie Guerrero WWE Championship match, where Guerrero 'lost' his championship due to a controversial pinfall, led to significant fan debate and criticism regarding the booking.
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