3 reasons why Seth Rollins became the number one contender for Brock Lesnar's Universal Title 

Seth Rollins had a rough night at Extreme Rules where he lost the Universal Title to Brock Lesnar. The BeastSlayer defended his title in a Mixed Tag Team Match. While Rollins managed to win the match, Brock Lesnar cashed in the Money in the Bank contract after the match. Rollins tried to prevent the Beast but the latter became the champion after delivering two German Suplexes and one F-5.

The new Universal Champion Brock Lesnar showed up on RAW. A ten-man Battle Royal Match was announced to decide the number one contender for Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam. Ten top-tier Superstars of WWE competed in the match and Seth Rollins was also part of the match. We saw a glimpse of Royal Rumble as Seth Rollins stood tall after elimination the other nine Superstars. The Universal Championship match is confirmed for SummerSlam as Seth Rollins will tussle with Brock Lesnar.

The BeastSlayer already burnt down the Suplex City at the Grandest Stage of Them All, so, it will be interesting to see if we witness a similar scenario at SummerSlam. Here we discuss three reasons why Seth Rollins became the number one contender for Brock Lesnar.

#3 Seth Rollins deserves a rematch

Well deserved

Seth Rollins toiled hard to reach the top of the ladder of the Red Brand. Apart from stopping Lesnar to cash in the contract at Super ShowDown, Rollins defeated AJ Styles and Baron Corbin to retain the Universal Title. The BeastSlayer was a fighting Universal Champion as he defended the belt multiple times. Rollins' maiden Universal Title reign lasted 97 days before losing it to Lesnar at Extreme Rules.

Since Rollins didn't get an automatic rematch after losing the Universal Championship, he certainly deserves to become the challenger for Brock Lesnar. Moreover, the BeastSlayer has an impressive track record against Brock Lesnar and the former is competent of defeating the latter. Considering we are less than one month away from SummerSlam, WWE can write the final chapter of this rivalry.

#2 Brock Lesnar might have a short title reign

The Champ

It might sound unusual but Brock Lesnar might not stay Universal Champion for a long time. The fans have been vocal about Brock Lesnar and he is the holder of the most coveted prize of the Red Brand. While Lesnar is certainly one of the most decorated champions of Vince McMahon's company, he is a part-timer.

Brock Lesnar has been in the Universal Title picture for a long time. It started at WrestleMania 33 where the Beast defeated Goldberg to win the Universal Championship. His first title reign lasted 504 days and it was the longest World Title reign of the modern era. His second title reign lasted till Show of Shows where Seth Rollins pinned Lesnar.

Another long title reign of Lesnar could be tedious for the fans. The ratings have been substandard recently and the regular absence of the champion might not good news for the Red Brand. Considering Rollins already slew the Beast once, he could do it again at SummerSlam.

#1 To book a better feud with Brock Lesnar

It should be better at SummerSlam

Seth Rollins has been enjoying a spectacular run this year. The former Universal Champion has rejuvenated his character in the recent months and he is certainly the biggest full-time Superstar of the Red Brand. Meanwhile, Rollins has also been the primary opponent of Brock Lesnar this year.

Rollins had a great start of the year when he won the Royal Rumble Match. As a result, he was given a choice to pick a World Champion and he chose to challenge Brock Lesnar at the Grandest Stage of Them All. In my humble opinion, the build-up of their WrestleMania clash wasn't remarkable as Brock Lesnar didn't appear on RAW regularly. Lesnar had limited dates and he didn't show up until a few weeks before WrestleMania. Since the Beast was absent for weeks, the rivalry didn't get the opportunity to reach the true potential.

Since Rollins will be facing Lesnar at SummerSlam, they could tell a better story this time. The feud could become more interesting if Lesnar shows up regularly. After winning the Money in the Bank briefcase Lesnar appeared on RAW for three consecutive weeks, hence, it can not be ruled out.