C.M Punk def. Kane and Daniel Bryan to Retain the WWE Championship
What I Liked:
I am not always a fan of triple threat matches, but this one was surprisingly entertaining. I loved when they utilized their kicks to beat down Kane, and then Bryan used it to gain the offense on Punk and Kane. There were so many smart and creative ideas throughout the match, and all men had the opportunity to carry a great portion of the match offensively. Kane looks great with Daniel Bryan and CM Punk, which is hard to do. A big heavyweight was able to keep up with the two best wrestlers in the company. All men do a great job with their offense, including Punk hitting the knee to Kane’s face, and Bryan being able to be the weasel throughout. I really wanted Bryan to win the match, as I felt it would be a nice surprise, but Punk winning continues to solidify how much they are investing in him to carry the entire company. Also, AJ was used PERFECTLY here because she helped Punk hold onto the title. She smiled while Kane carried her out after knocking her over. This continues the love story of AJ, as well as having Punk not knowing she helped him win. There is so much to take out of this match, and the most important is that more will come from this.
What I Disliked:
Didn’t you feel like Bryan was somewhat taken out of the match too soon at the end? He gets a GTS which sends him out of the ring. He seemed to be out of the match for a while at the end, and it felt like Kane took over the spotlight from him. Bryan did not get pinned, so that means him and Punk should battle at Money in the Bank. Also, that was the PPV a year ago that started the entire run of Punk and Bryan. Ironic, huh?
Grade: A-
Ryback def. Dave Delaney and Rob Grymes
What I Liked:
Once again, you get what you get from Ryback. He looks great, dominates, and I still find joy in watching him.
What I Disliked:
Okay, we get it. Ryback is strong. What else can you give us about him now? Three guys, like he was yelling? Isn’t it time now to try and build him to revelancy?
Grade: C-
