5 Things Vince McMahon Possibly Did Intentionally At WrestleMania 35

The Undertaker did not show up
The Undertaker did not show up

A genuine reason why we all love WrestleMania is because this is the only time of the year when legions of WWE fans from all over the world bond together whilst watching their favorite superstars bring the house down.

The Showcase of the Immortals undoubtedly remains the holy grail for all the professional wrestling fans in the world and the WWE Universe always enters these jam-packed stadiums with hopes and aspirations to watch nostalgia blend with the present.

Considering that the show was almost 8 hours long, appearances from John Cena, Hulk Hogan, Triple H, 'The Demon' Finn Balor, and Becky Lynch kept the show entertaining throughout.

It's undeniable that the biggest event of the year delivered and lived up to the hype. Many are claiming WrestleMania 35 to be the greatest WrestleMania of all time.

Despite the entire presentation of the show, there were many things that Vince McMahon avoided doing at The Showcase of the Immortals. What were they? Let's find out.

Here are the 5 things Vince McMahon avoided doing at WrestleMania 35.


#1 Presenting 'The Demon King' as an unstoppable force due to All Elite Wrestling

The Demon could be the next big thing
The Demon could be the next big thing

With All Elite Wrestling vowing to change the wrestling world, WWE very clinically presented all the superstars who were somehow rumored to join forces with the newly introduced platform.

Whilst names like AJ Styles and The Usos secured an easy win, it was Balor's presentation at The Showcase of the Immortals that kept the fans buzzing on social media.

It's understandable that Vince McMahon certainly wants 'The Demon' gimmick to be displayed as a special attraction in such big events, and that's what he did when he literally manhandled Bobby Lashley to grab the Intercontinental Championship.

The decision was commendable, but Vince's intentions of keeping Balor as a prominent feature on the red brand only signals that they don't want him gone anytime soon.

#2 Teasing a future heel turn for Seth Rollins as the Universal Champion

Rollins is using dirty tricks lately
Rollins is using dirty tricks lately

In what was a legitimate opener for WrestleMania 35, Seth Rollins went on to defeat Brock Lesnar for the Universal Championship.

Whilst he did achieve what he promised, his considerable use of the low-blow has the fans worried on how he might be presented heading into 2019.

The Architect going low to burn the Suplex City only suggests that Vince McMahon could be wanting to turn him heel in the future to face someone like Roman Reigns.

Furthermore, this decision could be intended to send Brock Lesnar to SmackDown Live considering the Fox Sports deal that will see him participating on the blue brand.


#3 Changing the outcome of the main-event at the very last minute

Becky's victory was rumored to be a botch
Becky's victory was rumored to be a botch

Regardless of the hype that surrounded the historical women's main-event, the underwhelming execution between the ropes coerced the bout to be a very forgettable affair.

With many wanting to see Becky get the better off Ronda Rousey, her controversial victory became the subject of debate on social media after multiple speculations of it being a botched move.

Considering the match closed the biggest event of the year, Dave Meltzer has now thrown light upon the controversial ending and stated the match ended as it was planned.

Whilst many claimed Charlotte to be the recipient of Becky's unstoppable vengeance, this claim certainly confirms that Vince might have changed the outcome at the very last minute.

#4 Not booking a match for The Undertaker

The Phenom didn't even show up
The Phenom didn't even show up

The Undertaker is widely recognized as the greatest WWE performer of all time. His incredible legacy at WrestleMania has made him a global icon for professional wrestling fans.

However, despite being in New Jersey, The Phenom did not show up at this year's visual extravaganza. While many were disappointed not to see The Demon of Death Valley, the decision could have been taken by Vince McMahon.

Considering that the former World Champion is rumored to show up at the next big event in Saudi Arabia, the company may have saved his appearance for the show.

Do you think The Undertaker retires at WrestleMania 36?


#5 Giving Baron Corbin the nuclear heat

Corbin is really getting over everyone's skin
Corbin is really getting over everyone's skin

Let's be honest here - Baron Corbin is one of the most underwhelming heels on the main roster and his presentation at The Showcase of the Immortals has now gravitated more negativity.

The Lone Wolf finished Kurt Angle in very predictable fashion and while many expected John Cena to come and save the day, Corbin left New Jersey with the victory in what would possibly go down as one of the worst decisions ever.

But, looking at the bigger scheme of things, Vince McMahon certainly sees something big in him and his clean victory only suggests that The Chairman of the Board wants him to garner nuclear heat as an old-school heel.

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