ROH: All Star Extravaganza 2
All-Star Extravaganza 2 was a wrestling show held by Ring of Honor. It took place on December 4, 2004 at the Rex Plex in Elizabeth, New Jersey. The show's main event was CM Punk challenging Samoa Joe for the ROH World Championship. After wrestling to two one hour draws at World Title Classic and Joe vs. Punk II, the stipulation was that there was no time limit; however, if Punk failed to defeated Joe he would not receive another shot at the title for as long as Joe held it. The show also featured appearances by legendary wrestling managers Bobby "The Brain" Heenan and Jim Cornette.
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Plot Summary
Ring of Honor presents its second annual 'All Star Extravaganza', a major event showcasing the promotion's top talent. The show features a highly anticipated Pure Championship match between Samoa Joe and CM Punk, along with strong performances from Bryan Danielson and Nigel McGuinness. This event highlights ROH's commitment to providing diverse and hard-hitting professional wrestling action.
Critical Reception
ROH: All Star Extravaganza 2 was generally well-received by fans of independent professional wrestling for its high-quality in-ring action and booking. It is often cited as a strong entry in Ring of Honor's early history, featuring standout matches that showcased the technical prowess and athletic abilities of its roster.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its technical wrestling and strong in-ring performances.
- The Samoa Joe vs. CM Punk Pure Championship match is a particular highlight.
- Showcases the growing talent pool within Ring of Honor during the mid-2000s.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the exceptional wrestling quality and the memorable matches, particularly the championship bouts. Fans appreciated the commitment to a more athletic and less sports-entertainment style of wrestling.
Fun Fact
The main event featured a unique Proving Ground match where, if Bryan Danielson could defeat CM Punk within the time limit, he would earn a future shot at the ROH World Championship.
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