Toronto hosts Summerslam!
Toronto, Ontario, Canada is a city with a lot of history, particularly as it relates to the WWE. It has produced some of the greatest in-ring performers of all-time. Many of the names may be rather familiar. Names such as: Lance Storm, Chris Jericho, Edge, Trish Stratus, and of course Bret “The Hitman” Hart. There have also been some incredible moments as well. If you’ll recall the Skydome in Toronto played host to WrestleMania 18. On that night 67,000 fans saw Triple H walk out as Undisputed Champion when he defeated Chris Jericho.
In addition, they also saw “Hollywood” Hulk Hogan take on the Rock in what would be considered a battle of icons. While everyone remembers those moments a new chapter is about to be written. The Scotiabank arena will play host to this years SummerSlam. A whopping ten matches including six title bouts, will take place along with some returning legends to boot. Could SummerSlam play an integral role in shaping WWE’s landscape for the fall? My gut tells me that’s a very good possibility.
Seth Rollins is out for retribution against Brock Lesnar
Seth Rollins has had quite a rough go of it as of late. Ever since Brock Lesnar reclaimed the Universal Title at Extreme Rules the Architect has found himself brutalized. “The Beast Incarnate” made matters worse on RAW when he laid waste to Rollins with a steel chair that Rollins himself brought into the ring. Keep in mind, Rollins is already dealing with injured ribs. Did I forget to mention that? Yeah, Rollins is dealing with injured ribs thanks to Lesnar and a vicious F-5!
However, despite everything he’s been through Rollins has vowed to defeat Lesnar. While I admire Seth’s conviction I’m not sure beating Lesnar will happen. The injured ribs paint a target on Rollins, a target Lesnar will exploit. This one will be a slobber knocker from start to finish. While a victory seems unlikely, retribution for the former champion may be on horizon in some form.
Becky Lynch and Natyala: Best friends but better enemies!
In this day and age of professional wrestling submission matches are not very common. However, old-school fans may be in for a real treat on Sunday when Becky Lynch defends the RAW Women’s title against her former BFF, Natalya. Keep your eyes on this one, because it could be one of those bouts that ends up stealing the show. After all, The Queen of Hearts is a product of the Hart family legacy and Lynch is in need of some new blood.
These two ladies are no stranger to one another. At one point they were insuperable and their friendship seemed more than solid. It’s amazing how much has changed. Two best friends turned bitter rivals vying to be champion. If “The Man” makes The Hart Dungeon Diva submit she retains her title, if Nattie by Nature can pull off an upset she becomes champion. It’s that simple. One great thing about making this bout a submission match is that both women may have to reach deep in their bags to pull out some maneuvers we haven’t seen in quite some time.
Owens puts his career on the line
On paper this match is pretty straightforward. It’s classic good versus evil. Kevin Owens has made it quite clear he has issues with his boss, that being Shane McMahon. Owens has called out McMahon in recent weeks. After much back and forth, K.O. and Shane-O-Mac will finally get the chance to even the score. Of course, with all great drama you need to have stakes and the stakes must be high. What could the stakes for these two men be? How about Owens putting his career on the line?
I’m sorry, did I forget to mention that? If Owens loses he will be forced to quit the WWE. What a shame that would be. Both guys will no doubt pull out all the stops and this bout will come to head on Sunday. Who knows? There might even be a stunner with Shane’s name on it.
Trish Stratus to return for one last match
Are you ready for this? This one is a big one. It might even be dare I say, bigger than the Lynch/Natalya match. Why would I say that? Well, for starters it will see both the return and farewell of one Trish Stratus. It was Unforgiven 2006, where Stratus would seemingly close out her career. She won the Women’s Title that night for the seventh and final time and it would happen in Toronto. Now, things will come full circle. Stratus will go one-on-one with the Queen, Charlotte Flair in what will truly be her final match.
This is wrestling history at its finest. Two eras colliding on one stage. Two of the very best female performers to ever lace up a pair of wrestling boots. Be sure to grab your tissues and hang on tight for what will be an emotional roller coaster.
Goldberg returns
Redemption. For Bill Goldberg, redemption is what his match with Dolph Ziggler will be all about. I don’t really need to harp too much on the big man’s last showing in a wrestling ring enough of that has been done already. All you need to know is that this one will be a quick, hard hitting contest. Goldberg more than likely defeats Ziggler and that’s what the outcome should ultimately be.