5 more dream matches for Seth Rollins outside WWE

Crown Jewel will pit Seth Rollins against Edge once again as the Ultimate Opportunist seeks revenge for Rollins' diabolism since their SummerSlam clash.

Even before their fantastic feud, Seth Rollins proved himself to be one of the best wrestlers in the world. While there's a lot for Rollins to achieve in WWE, he is sure to draw eager eyes from other promotions.

Let's travel to the world of fantasy and take a look at 5 more non-WWE dream matches fit for The Messiah.

Check out our previous list here.

#5. Seth Rollins vs. Adam Cole II

Survivor Series 2019 was the best iteration of the long-running pay-per-view in recent memory. Treating NXT as the third brand, all ends of WWE geared up to clash for supremacy.

Rollins was set to lead RAW at Survivor Series and was approached by Triple H, who wanted Rollins to return home to NXT. But Rollins rejected the offer.

Next, on an episode of RAW, Rollins had the opportunity at a second run as NXT Champion. The only man standing in his way was Adam Cole.

The match was one of the best TV battles in recent years, as expected from the names involved. The contest found its conclusion when the Undisputed Era attacked Rollins to end the match by disqualification.

While the match was excellent, Rollins and Cole were limited by WWE's restrictive brand of wrestling. It's a shame they never got the chance at a second match.

With Cole now in AEW, a sequel remains in the dream realm for the time being.

#4. Seth Rollins vs. Bryan Danielson

Seth Rollins has stood opposite Bryan Danielson inside a WWE ring on multiple occasions. While they never had a major one-on-one feud, they often found themselves at odds during Bryan's feud with the Authority.

They are both supremely talented with the ability to craft unique stories in the ring. The heelwork that Rollins produces is the perfect nemesis for the babyface work of The American Dragon.

Character work aside, both are capable of delivering instant classics on demand. Since arriving in AEW, Bryan has worked stellar matches. H's no longer restricted by the sports entertainment style of WWE.

Rollins vs. Danielson was good in WWE but, with the chains off, the imagination runs wild.

#3. Seth Rollins vs. Kazuchika Okada

It wouldn't be a list of supreme wrestlers without Kazuchika Okada of New Japan Pro Wrestling.

While NJPW rarely books bad matches, it's at the top of their card you find the gold standard of professional wrestling. Names like Hiroshi Tanahashi, Tetsuya Naito, and Shingo Takagi could easily cut perfect opponents for Rollins. But Okada lays claim to the most lucrative clash Seth Rollins can ever find himself in.

You only need to look at Okada's matches with Kenny Omega as evidence of his excellent work rate and in-ring character. Okada is capable of unlocking his opponent's true potential.

Similarly, Rollins has been a cornerstone of WWE programming for over half a decade, building layered characters that translate excellently in his contests. He puts his heart and soul into his work, as evident from his portfolio of previous feuds.

Given the chance to work with greater intensity and freedom, Seth Rollins may be the best Gaijin opponent for The Rainmaker.

#2. Seth Rollins vs. Buddy Matthews (FKA Murphy)

The star of Murphy in WWE burned brightly, yet so quickly. His work, whether on NXT, 205 Live, or the main roster, both on his own and with Seth Rollins, was consistently enjoyable.

You need only look at his work with Cedric Alexander, Mustafa Ali, and Aleister Black for evidence of his talent.

It seemed that although the battle was an uphill one, Murphy was destined to break out as a legitimate star in WWE, thrust into major storylines as both the love interest of Aalyah Mysterio and the disciple of Seth Rollins.

Whenever Murphy appeared to have some momentum, he was derailed by inconsistent booking. Now, outside WWE, Murphy operates as Buddy Matthews.

If we ever saw Seth Rollins outside WWE, revisiting his feud with Murphy would be a must. The story is already laid out and the narrative set. Rollins would be the last tie Murphy needs to sever from WWE.

Given the time and freedom, these two could tell a compelling story. A clash between the two former allies would elevate everyone involved, reinforcing the star that is Rollins and ascending the underrated Matthews.

#1 Seth Rollins & Jon Moxley vs. The Young Bucks

Not to take away from his immense talent, but Seth Rollins wouldn't have reached the heights he has reached if it weren't for his run with The Shield.

The Shield was an unstoppable trio of Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, and Dean Ambrose (Jon Moxley) that tore through the entire roster before imploding at their peak when Rollins aligned with The Authority.

The implosion saw one of the greatest rivalries of modern wrestling as Moxley and Rollins battled for months on end.

Seth Rollins took the spoils of their rivalry, winning Money in the Bank and going on to win the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 31. Meanwhile, Moxley won the Intercontinental Championship and defended the title on the undercard.

Seth Rollins and Moxley renewed their rivalry, with Moxley cashing in his own Money in the Bank contract on Rollins to win his first WWE Championship. But it was the reunion of The Shield that fans clamored for.

Their eventual reunion saw Rollins and Moxley become tag team partners. They tackled The New Day, The Good Brothers, The Bar, and The Hardy Boyz while dominating the RAW tag division.

They broke up yet again, with Moxley turning on Rollins for his final run with WWE. Before Moxley left, they shared one final match alongside Roman Reigns.

Moxley has since dominated AEW, NJPW, and GCW. Seth Rollins has continued to be a pillar of the main event scene in WWE. If they ever reunite, there's only one team they must face to prove their worth as the best tag team.

While The Shield did indeed dominate WWE, The Young Bucks of AEW have taken their domination all over the world. There aren't many top tag teams left that The Young Bucks haven't defeated, but the Moxley and Rollins would perhaps be their greatest test.

The Bucks have become the gold standard of tag team wrestling. Should Rollins and Moxley find themselves in a position where they can reunite for one last match, that match has to be against The Young Bucks.