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With WWE SummerSlam now in the rearview mirror, the WWE Universe marches forward towards next month's Hell In A Cell PPV.
The WWE's Hell In A Cell pay-per-view is set to transpire at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas on September 16th, and is likely to feature many an intriguing match. The WWE deserves a ton of credit for putting worth a swashbuckling event--delivering oodles of entertainment with this past Sunday night's SummerSlam event.
Perhaps one of the biggest talking points of WWE SummerSlam, is the fact that while certain feuds were likely concluded, the vast majority of rivalries may continue in the days to come. Intriguingly, the most prestigious title in all of professional wrestling--the WWE Championship--quite frankly may have stolen the show despite not going on last at SummerSlam.
AJ Styles and Samoa Joe put on a classic match, replete with high-octane action and an edgy storyline. Styles and Joe have played the family dynamics in the feud perfectly thus far, with "The Samoan Submission Machine" elevating the feud courtesy his fiery and well-timed promos.
Meanwhile, newly-crowned WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns undoubtedly shook up the world--finally dethroning longtime titleholder Brock Lesnar. While The Big Dog may have finally slay The Beast Incarnate, the fact remains that the latter may very well come back to avenge the crushing defeat he suffered at SummerSlam.
All in all, WWE was very clever with the booking of most matches at SummerSlam. The way these matches ended was the best way to continue these feuds. In this article, we will take a look at three matches that must happen at Hell in a Cell 2018--
#3 AJ Styles vs. Samoa Joe
AJ Styles and Samoa Joe's excellent showdown at SummerSlam may very well go down as one of the more underappreciated matches that transpired in the 2018 calendar year--what with the fact that the SummerSlam card was so very stacked, and delivered big time!
Joe masterfully chose to adopt a cerebral approach to this battle--targeting Styles' family. Joe doled out a few rather stinging verbal jabs at Styles' wife and daughter--both of whom were sitting in the audience for the WWE Championship match.
In fact, not only did Joe make disparaging comments against them before the match started, but also did so while the matchup was underway. Joe stood up on the announcer's table and spewed venom against Styles' wife and daughter.
Upon hearing Joe's comments, Styles failed to control his temper and attacked Joe with a steel chair resulting in the Disqualification finish. Joe won the match, however, Styles retained his title owing to the match ending by way of DQ.
Now, the best thing about this ending was that WWE didn't have to give us the best possible AJ Styles-Samoa Joe match. In other words, the WWE ensured that while the showdown between these two titans was fun, the fans are left wanting more from the feud.
This rivalry which has been made personal by Joe, will most definitely result in a rematch. Also, said rematch should have the Hell In A Cell stipulation--what with the fact that it's indeed the biggest match on SmackDown Live right now.
This rivalry is just getting started, and WWE right now has pure gold in terms of storyline and a clash of styles (pun intended). Joe and Styles are two of the very best of this era, and that in turn could make for a legendary feud in the weeks to come.
AJ Styles vs Samoa Joe must happen again and it'll be interesting to see how WWE books this going forward.
#2 Roman Reigns vs. Braun Strowman
Prior to the commencement of the WWE Universal Championship match between Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns, "Monster In The Bank" Braun Strowman made his way to the ring to a raucous reception from the fans. Strowman asserted his intentions of cashing in his contract after the match was done with--however, he was laid out in a heap mid-match courtesy a vicious assault by Lesnar.
Reigns then shocked Lesnar with a monstrous spear; capturing the WWE Universal title. Following which, a dazed Strowman chose to retreat and fight another day--with his Money In The Bank contract still intact.
Brock Lesnar's current contract situation with WWE is unknown. However, even if he signs an extension, we're probably not going to see him competing at Hell In A Cell. Regardless, the match which does look likely to happen is Roman Reigns vs. Braun Strowman.
The "Monster in the Bank" claimed he's not a coward and will not cash in on someone's back. It's highly possible that Strowman would announce he's cashing in his contract, for a match against Reigns at WWE's Hell In A Cell PPV.
It will indeed be really interesting to see how WWE books this match.
WWE has been planning to do this match for a long time. And we might see it happen as early as the Hell In A Cell PPV. Furthermore, should WWE choose to book Strowman vs. Reigns for the Universal title in a Hell In A Cell match, the fans would most definitely be hyped at the prospect of watching these two beasts collide inside the punishing structure.
#1 Charlotte Flair vs. Becky Lynch
One of the best moments from WWE SummerSlam this year was when Becky Lynch turned heel against Charlotte Flair.
Well, so much for the camaraderie of the 4 Horsewomen (sic)!
The general consensus in the professional wrestling community is that most wanted Lynch to win the title. However, Flair ended up capturing the gold, and proceeded to celebrate with her friend--Becky Lynch.
While it seemed like yet another crowning moment in the legendary career of "The Queen" Charlotte Flair, Lynch stole the show by attacking the former. Lynch unleashed a vicious beat-down on Flair--leaving the latter in disarray.
Flair was seen sobbing uncontrollably near the barricade, after Lynch had walked to the back.
Not many expected this turn of events, and needless to say, it got a huge pop. After the show, Charlotte featured in an emotional backstage interview--saying that she deserved to win the title, and Becky attacking her after the match was the wrong move.
Now we have this passionate breakup story of two best friends, and it is truly awesome the way WWE has booked it. Finally Becky is involved in something important, and she has indeed made clear that she wants the Women's Championship no matter what.
This match is most probably going to happen at Hell In A Cell. Speaking of which, this one surely deserves to take place within the confines of the Hell In A Cell structure!
Do let us know which other matches you'd love to see at WWE's next PPV Hell In A Cell, in the comments below.
