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WWE Universe is gearing up to embrace the Clash of Champions PPV. The event is set to feature numerous exciting matchups which have got the ardent followers of company buzzing.
All championships are set to be defended at the PPV which makes the WWE fanatics all the more excited.
The company brought back it's iconic King of the Ring competition back into play this year and Clash of Champions is where millions of WWE enthusiasts will witness the crowning moment for a Superstar.
Amid all the stupendous bouts on paper, there is one clash which will see two men or rather tag team partners battle for the top prize on RAW i.e. The Universal Championship.
Seth Rollins and Braun Strowman are set for a tricky evening as the two Superstars will first team up to defend their Tag Team titles against Robert Roode and Dolph Ziggler, before going toe-to-toe against each other for The Universal Championship.
Their contract signing was interrupted by AJ styles and The OC who were then joined by Roode and Ziggler as the group of five took down the Raw Tag Team Champions.
Their contract signing is set to happen next week and has given the fans a lot of cheer about because it is going to be watched by the Hall of Famer, Stone Cold Cold Steve Austin.
Analysing the whole Seth Rollins and Braun Strowman storyline, here we list down three reasons why pitting both the Superstars against each other at Clash of Champions isn't a good idea and two reasons why it is.
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in the article belong to the writer and doesn't necessarily represent Sportskeeda's stand.
#1 Why it is not a good idea: Lacklustre storyline
Ardent fans will agree to the fact that the company has not been building up storylines in a proper way at times. WWE has sort of made this a habit of jumping straight to the conclusion rather than work their way to it.
In the past few years, numerous matches have been conducted without any prior buildup and the proposed Seth Rollins vs Braun Strowman congruously falls in that bracket.
The Monster Among Men was made the next challenger to Rollins' Universal title belt without any prior buildup which has left a fraction of WWE fans bemused.
The Universal Championship is the most precious honour on RAW which is why this lack of intrigue is hard to digest.
Braun Strowman and Seth Rollins are two immensely talented performers and have the ability to narrate a fascinating tale together- if given a chance!
The two are set to sign the contract next week in the presence of Stone Cold Steve Austin. The Texas Rattlesnake might infuse some sense of drama into this bout with his exuberance, something which is direly needed.
#1 Why it is a good idea: Get Braun Strowman back into the main event picture
2019 hasn't been great for Braun Strowman especially when one looks at his achievements last year. The Monster Among Men had a majestic 2018 which saw him propel to the pinnacle and become a genuine fan favourite. But looking at his 2019 in-depth it has not been great.
His feuds with the likes of Baron Corbin, Bobby Lashley and more never really helped his cause as the ardent fans of the company truly believe that the Monster Among Men is worth much more.
Strowman's clash against Seth Rollins for the Universal Championship brings the giant back into the main event picture, something which will cheer a plethora of WWE Enthusiasts.
Braun Strowman's aura and in-ring prowess makes him a worthy candidate for the main event attention and come Clash of Champions, we will see Braun Strowman back into the main event frame.
#2 Why it is not a good idea: Who's the heel?
The biggest question amongst the avid fans of WWE prior to Rollins' clash against Strowman is- who's the heel?
Rollins won back the Universal Championship at SummerSlam by defeating Brock Lesnar in what was a mighty heroic effort.
The Beast was odds on favourite to retain the title but Rollins' grit and courage helped him prevail and Lesnar was nowhere to be seen thereafter. The Architect became a hero in the eyes of millions of WWE fans following his humongous victory at SummerSlam.
His opponent for Clash of Champions, Strowman hasn't fared that badly either as the Monster Among Men has been one of the most cheered Superstars in recent weeks which makes the WWE Universe wonder as to how does the whole kayfabe scenario work here?
The greatest of feuds have revolved around the whole face-heel plot which is why the credibility of this probable rivalry remains up in the air.
#2 Why it is a good idea: Further cement Seth Rollins' position as the main guy on RAW
Seth Rollins has been on a roll in 2019 as the list of his triumphs keeps growing on and on! The Architect famously conquered Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 35 and earned the name of Beastslayer in the process.
Post WrestleMania 35, Rollins has had battles with the likes of Baron Corbin, AJ Styles and more which in turn have convinced the fans that he is a credible champion.
His triumph over Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam was astonishing as not many fans predicted his victory but the former Shield member delivered a stunning performance to knock off The Beast and become the new Universal Champion.
His next opponent for the Universal Championship is probably the most dangerous man on the roster, Braun Strowman.
The Monster Among Men truly defines destruction and by pitting Rollins against him, the company is clearly trying to further cement the Beastslayer's position as the alpha dog on RAW.
#1 Why it is not a good idea: Seems like a mismatched bout
Seth Rollins and Braun Strowman are two of the most talented Superstars on the roster. The two have displayed great skills inside the squared circle in their respective careers and it's no secret that the WWE Universe admires both these men's in-ring prowess.
With that being said, it is hard to ignore the startling disparity between the two. Braun Strowman has had a dominant history, one which includes him brutalising men like Brock Lesnar, Bobby Lashley, Baron Corbin and more which just puts Rollins' anticipated bout against the Monster Among Men in a bit of scrutiny.
At 6ft 8in, 340 lbs, Braun Strowman is one of the largest athletes on the current roster. Top it off with his brute strength and an uncanny liking for destruction, Strowman is one man who's capable of being any wrestler's worst nightmare.
While Seth Rollins possesses an impressive CV and has done some remarkable things in recent times but it will take a miraculous effort from The Beastslayer to defeat Strowman clean- something which sounds a bit preposterous on paper.
