WWE "SummerSlam 2016" is over and done with though only a couple of matches were worth applauding.
Finn Balor became the first WWE Universal champion when he pinned Seth Rollins, one of the best matches for the evening. Other than that, there was only one other match that came too close to being hailed, the Brock Lesnar vs. Randy Orton match.
A Disturbing Delivery aimed at Conor McGregor?
Lesnar expectedly came out on top though it ended a bloody mess. The “Beast Incarnate” simply lost it and looked like he was dealing big blows similar to his tiff with Mark Hunt at UFC 200. And once Lesnar goes off like that, no one can stop him – not even Shane McMahon who was the unfortunate recipient of an F5.
Despite being the favorite, Orton had his chances by playing possum. He almost pulled it off but Lesnar was someone who cannot be pinned easily even with the “Viper’s” patented RKO finisher. With the “Beast” unleashed, one has to wonder if he was trying to send a message to Conor McGregor, someone who claims that he can take on anyone easily. Lesnar did issue an open challenge to the Irishman though many took it as a light jab. Following Lesnar’s performance, it will be interesting if McGregor dares Lesnar again.
There was also the loud return of Nikki Bella who replaced the suspended Eva Marie in the six-woman tag team match. AJ Styles defeated John Cena who is expected to take some time off while Charlotte reclaimed the Women’s title when she outwitted Sasha Banks.
The disappointments of 'SummerSlam 2016'
While those matches were the highlights of "SummerSlam 2016," a couple of matches disappointed. There was that one between Dean Ambrose and Dolph Ziggler which lacked the flair, a match that could have done better.
There was also that matchup between Roman Reigns, a match that never took place. While Rusev asked for it when he attacked the “Big Dog”, it denied the fans to see a brutal match with the “Bulgarian Brute” reportedly unable to continue.
If Rusev is indeed injured, it could mean some time off for the United States champion. But will he be forced to vacate the title?
Tune into Raw and SmackDown where new twists are likely to evolve.
