WWE returned to the world’s most famous arena, Madison Square Garden, in New York City on Thursday night for its annual Christmas week live events tour. The star-studded event featured thrilling matches and moments that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Here are the results and highlights:
LA Knight vs. Santos Escobar: LA Knight secured a hard-fought victory by countering Escobar with the BFT. (Winner: LA Knight)
Otis vs. Xavier Woods (w/Kofi Kingston): Despite Otis showcasing dominance early on, interference from Kofi Kingston allowed Woods to capitalize with a signature elbow drop for the win. (Winner: Xavier Woods)
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Intercontinental Championship (2 out of 3 Falls): Bron Breakker (c) vs. Sami Zayn: Sami Zayn scored the first fall with a Helluva Kick. Bron Breakker responded with two devastating Spears to tie it up. In the third fall, Breakker retained his title with an incredible mid-air Spear. (Winner: Bron Breakker)
Seth Rollins vs. Dominik Mysterio: Rollins teased CM Punk’s iconic GTS move, electrifying the crowd before seizing control. After enduring an antagonizing promo from Mysterio, Rollins sealed the match with a decisive Curb Stomp. (Winner: Seth Rollins)
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CM Punk vs. Ludwig Kaiser: CM Punk received a thunderous ovation as he took on Ludwig Kaiser. After some early control from Kaiser, Punk rallied and delivered a tribute to John Cena with a Five Knuckle Shuffle, followed by a GTS for the win. (Winner: CM Punk)
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Post-match: Punk celebrated by making snow angels in the center of the ring:
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The Wyatt Sicks vs. The Final Testament: The match saw intense back-and-forth action, with Erick Rowan dominating for The Wyatt Sicks at one point. Ultimately, Nikki Cross clinched the victory for her team by pinning Scarlett. (Winner: The Wyatt Sicks)
Women’s World Championship Match: Liv Morgan (c) vs. Iyo Sky: Iyo Sky displayed her signature athleticism with a Missile Drop Kick and cross-body press, controlling much of the match early on. However, interference from Raquel Rodriguez helped Liv Morgan turn the tide until Rodriguez was ejected by the referee. Morgan retained her title with an I’m Prettier finisher after Sky missed a Moonsault. (Winner: Liv Morgan)
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Post-match: The crowd applauded Iyo Sky’s impressive performance.
Steel Caget Match Main Event: Damian Priest vs. World Heavyweight Champion Gunther: Gunther pinned Damian Priest with a powerbomb in a Steel Cage Match. (Winner: Gunther)
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Post-match: CM Punk cut a promo in the ring with Damian Priest congratulating him for main eventing Madison Square Garden in his hometown.
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WWE Holiday Tour 2024 Dates
The remaining dates on WWE’s holiday live events tour include:
- 12/27: RAW Live Show in Pittsburgh, PA
- 12/28: SmackDown Live Show in Orlando, FL
- 12/29: RAW Live Show in Chicago, IL
- 12/29: SmackDown Live Show in Miami, FL
