Rusev seems to be in-line for a major push as the Bulgarian Brute managed to pick up an upset victory over Daniel Bryan, last week on Smackdown in order to qualify for the MITB match at the Money In The Bank PPV.
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While that is a huge feat in itself, it's highly doubtful that he will end up winning the contract. One way to build Rusev going forward could be to have this fan-favorite superstar turn babyface and take on the Samoan Submission Machine.
It will be a proving ground for both these behemoths and a great opportunity for Rusev to solidify himself as a face.
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