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After an underwhelming WWE Super ShowDown in Saudi Arabia, the next PPV is set to happen this Sunday on June 23rd. This new PPV is called WWE Stomping Grounds and will come live to us from Tacoma Dome in Tacoma, Washington.
With very less time to build-up the storylines, we will witness many rematches on this show, but that does not mean the results would be the same as well. So far, nine matches have been made official for the show, and a couple more could be added at the last moment as well.
In this article, let's take a look at the full match card predictions for the upcoming first time PPV. Feel free to share your opinions and thoughts in the comments section below.
#9 Tony Nese (c) vs Akira Tozawa vs Drew Gulak - Cruiserweight Championship
Despite the minimal attention that the brand is getting, 205 Live has been producing amazing matches every week on their shows. In last week's episode, Akira Tozawa and Drew Gulak ended up getting a double pin in a match that was supposed to decide the No. 1 contender for the Cruiserweight championship.
This week again no conclusive winner was determined between the two, hence Drake Maverick announced a triple threat match for the Cruiserweight title at Stomping Grounds.
Considering Nese's mediocre reign, there's a chance that we might get a new cruiserweight champion at the PPV. I hope the cruiserweights have a better outing this time.
Prediction: Drew Gulak becomes the new Cruiserweight champion.
#8 Daniel Bryan and Rowan (c) vs The Heavy Machinery - SmackDown Tag Team Championship
As much as I like to see Daniel Bryan and Rowan do something new with the Tag Titles, the lack of star opponents is clearly visible. The Planet Champions are in a feud with the Heavy Machinery for quite some time now, and we are finally getting a match between them at Stomping Grounds.
In all likelihood, Bryan and Rowan will retain their titles, and move on to feud with a bigger team, hopefully, the Authors of Pain.
Prediction: Daniel Bryan and Rowan retain.
#7 Samoa Joe (c) vs Ricochet - United States Championship
Last week on RAW, a bunch of Superstars came up to claim the right to challenge Samoa Joe for his United States Championship that led to an impromptu six-man Tag Team match.
While it looked as if we'll be getting a multi-man match for the United States title, Ricochet defeated the other five superstars in a fatal-five way elimination match on RAW this week to become the No. 1 contender for the US Championship.
With this being a fresh match-up, things are looking interesting, and fans are eager to see the Samoan Submission Machine clash with The One and Only this Sunday.
My prediction is that Ricochet will win his first main roster championship, and Joe would go on to continue his feud with Mysterio and his son.
Prediction: Ricochet becomes the new US Champion.
#6 The New Day (Big E and Xavier Woods) vs Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens
Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens are two Superstars who have been mercilessly exploiting the WildCard rule by not only appearing on both RAW and SmackDown every week, but also getting involved in the world title picture of both the brands.
The two best friends lost a tag-team match against the Universal and WWE Champion on the SmackDown before Stomping Grounds, and are scheduled to face New Day members, Big E and Xavier Woods, at the PPV.
With this being Big E's first PPV after his return, I think New Day goes over in this one.
Prediction: Big E and Xavier Woods win
#5 Becky Lynch (c) vs Lacey Evans - RAW Women's Championship
Becky Lynch has somewhat lost her momentum in the last month or so. Full points to the star for trying, but her title reign hasn't been booked that well.
After losing the Becky 2 Belts label at Money in the Bank last month, Becky is continuing her feud with the Sassy Southern Belle, Lacey Evans.
With the match being announced for the show, hardly anyone is expecting Lacey to walk out as the new champion and it would be a shock if that happens. It will be interesting to see whether Charlotte gets involved in the mix somehow.
Prediction: Becky Lynch retains.
#4 Bayley (c) vs Alexa Bliss - SmackDown Women's Championship
Now, this is a match we did not saw coming because there is no point in letting a RAW superstar be the No. 1 contender for SmackDown Women's Championship. WWE is taking this Wildcard rule too far!
While there's a slight possibility of Nikki Cross helping Alexa Bliss to become a 3-time SmackDown Women's Champion, WWE should avoid ending Bayley's run so soon. There are many talented women on the Blue Brand's roster who deserve a shot at Bayley's title. Who do you think would challenge Bayley next? My pick will be Ember Moon.
Prediction: Bayley retains.
#3 Roman Reigns vs Drew McIntyre w/ Shane McMahon
The feud between Roman Reigns and Shane McMahon has a few positives but so many negatives. As much as Shane is trying to generate heat and make fans cheer for Reigns, this rivalry is probably the most boring thing on TV right now.
But the biggest issue is the unnecessary involvement of the Scottish Psychopath, Drew McIntyre in this as Shane's sidekick. After suffering a massive loss against The Big Dog at WrestleMania 35, McIntyre will again face Reigns at Stomping Grounds in a singles match. While the match can go either way, it would most probably be Shane aiding McIntyre to score a pin on Reigns.
Reigns can then get frustrated and call them both out for a handicap match at Extreme Rules, which is the rumored for the show.
Prediction: Drew McIntyre wins.
#2 Kofi Kingston (c) vs Dolph Ziggler - WWE Championship Steel Cage Match
After unsuccessfully challenging Kofi Kingston for the WWE Championship at Super ShowDown, Dolph Ziggler will again face the Dreadlock Dynamo, this time inside a Steel Cage match at Stomping Grounds.
As much as we love Ziggler, this feud has been nothing more than a filler until Kofi moves on to a bigger opponent.
Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn might try to cause as much trouble to the champion as possible, but with Big E's return, New Day is back to its full strength and could easily deal with the two heels. Nonetheless, the match between the two should be a great watch for the fans.
Prediction: Kofi Kingston retains.
#1 Seth Rollins (c) vs Baron Corbin - Universal Championship
In yet another rematch from Super ShowDown, Seth Rollins will again defend his Universal Championship against Baron Corbin at Stomping Grounds. The difference is the added stipulation of a special guest referee in their upcoming match.
The weirdest part is how Sami and KO are both involved in the WWE as well as the Universal Title picture.
Whoever might be the guest referee, Rollins is most certainly walking out with the belt still on his shoulder, unless a certain The Beast Incarnate decides to cash in out of nowhere. Who do you think will be the guest referee?
Prediction: Seth Rollins retains.
What are your predictions for the first ever WWE Stomping Grounds PPV? Let us know in the comments section below.
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