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The anticipation was sky-high for Super ShowDown and we witnessed an action-packed show in Saudi Arabia. Vince McMahon's billion dollar company returned to the Middle East after eight months, as the last show was Crown Jewel.
A total of ten matches were on the card at Super ShowDown. The Usos defeated The Revival in the kick-off show. The Universal Champion Seth Rollins faced Baron Corbin, and the latter lost the bout. However, the Beastslayer prevented Brock Lesnar from cashing in the Money in the Bank contract when the former took down the latter. Kofi Kingston retained the WWE Championship against Dolph Ziggler.
Lars Sullivan won his main roster debut match by disqualification and Braun Strowman overpowered Bobby Lashley. Demon Balor remained unbeaten on the main roster when he pinned Andrade.
Surprisingly, Roman Reigns lost against Shane McMahon as a Claymore Kick from Drew McIntyre helped the latter to pick a win. Mansoor won the fifty-man Battle Royal match in front of his home crowd.
The fans were eagerly waiting for the dream match between Undertaker and Goldberg. The Phenom pinned the former Universal Champion in a gruesome battle.
Here we discuss three things WWE cleverly told us at Super ShowDown.
#3 Randy Orton could be set for a big push after a huge win against Triple H
Randy Orton and Triple H collided at Super ShowDown where the former was victorious. Though the match was announced weeks ago, they did not confront each other until this week. Without a shadow of a doubt, the bout was the best match of the night. Moreover, it was also the longest singles match of the night.
Following a great match against Batista at the Show of Shows, Triple H delivered another awe-inspiring match against Randy Orton. The two men brought the best out of each other as we saw some jaw-dropping moments in the match. Orton kicked out a Pedigree before pinning Triple H with an RKO.
Orton failed to register a victory in last few pay-per-views, and it was certainly a big boost for the thirteen-time WWE Champion. The Viper could gain significant momentum after defeating the King of Kings. Considering Orton has not been in the main event picture for a long time, it will not be surprising if he challenges Kofi Kingston at Summerslam.
#2 Brock Lesnar might not cash in anytime soon
Seth Rollins defended the most coveted prize of the red brand in Saudi Arabia. Following the Universal Championship match, the Beast Incarnate marched towards the ring to cash in the Money in the Bank briefcase. It seemed like a tough task for the champion as he fought with a kayfabe injury.
We saw a replay of WrestleMania at Super ShowDown as Rollins took down the Beast with a Low Blow. The Beastslayer started a vicious attack with multiple chair shots and Lesnar was helpless. Rollins stood tall after preventing Lesnar from cashing in the contract.
Judging by the scenario in Saudi Arabia, Lesnar is likely to hold the briefcase for a long time. Since the Brock Party gimmick has garnered attention from the WWE Universe, we might see the comical side Lesnar. Furthermore, the Money in the Bank contract allows Lesnar to cash in the briefcase on Kofi Kingston, and it will not be surprising if the Beast goes for the most coveted prize of the blue brand.
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#1 Goldberg and Undertaker might have a rematch at Summerslam
Goldberg and The Undertaker squared off for the first time in the squared circle at Super ShowDown. The excitement was high for the bout as two biggest Superstars of Vince McMahon's company called in Saudi Arabia. The two men hyped the match this week when they had a face-off on SmackDown Live.
The dream match turned into a disaster at Super ShowDown. In my humble opinion, it was one of the worst matches in recent memory, with numerous botches. Considering the experience of Undertaker and Goldberg in the squared circle, it was shocking to see so many botches.
Goldberg was busted open at the beginning of the match. He failed to deliver a proper Jackhammer, while Undertaker also botched his Tombstone Piledriver. Moreover, Goldberg also attempted to give Tombstone Piledriver but he failed to do it. The Deadman pinned Goldberg after delivering a Chokeslam which seemed like an unusual finish.
Since the match had a number of botches, the two men could rectify this in a rematch. Since Summerslam is just two months away, another rematch between the two legendary Superstars cannot be ruled out.
