WWE Day 1 2022 – 5 takeaways from the show

WWE Day 1 offered plenty of noteworthy moments in the first pay-per-view of 2022 for the company.
WWE Day 1 offered plenty of noteworthy moments in the first pay-per-view of 2022 for the company.

2) Where does Big E go following his WWE Title loss at WWE Day 1?

Big E's WWE Championship Match at WWE Day 1 experienced several changes for the past month. From a singles contest against Seth Rollins to a Fatal-Five-Way Match involving Kevin Owens, Bobby Lashley, and Brock Lesnar, the New Day member had plenty on his plate here.

Big E had an admirable performance, but it was him who took the pinfall to Brock Lesnar and lost the WWE Championship. Despite E doing his best as a company ambassador outside the ring and solid efforts in his 110 days as champion, this was a disheartening loss for many fans of the widely popular powerhouse.

Where Big E heads next is the most intriguing question. Will the company still view him as a top star following a reign in which they never really invested fully? It remains to be seen. Coming out of WWE Day 1, no one is left in the state of flux following this result quite like Big E.


1) Changes lead to Brock Lesnar's WWE Championship victory at WWE Day 1

The last-minute changes ahead of WWE Day 1 had the fans buzzing on what the company would offer up for their first major event of 2022. This fantastic sprint of a Fatal Five Way was a non-stop thrill ride that kept the action going and entertaining. Brock Lesnar pinning Big E to win the WWE Title won't please too many fans at all.

The Beast Incarnate was on its way to a high-profile showdown with Roman Reigns coming into WWE Day 1, so his win must signal plans have changed heading into the Show of Shows. The WWE Universe is likely to see Brock and Roman have their encounter at WrestleMania 38, but it now carries even more juice behind it.

Brock Lesnar was the biggest superstar on WWE Day 1. He was physically dominant against all four of his opponents and brought a wild brand of intensity to making this a pulsating affair. Whatever is in store for Lesnar at Mania will be the main focus of the company coming out of this event. That's why Brock Lesnar's WWE Title win is the biggest takeaway from WWE Day 1.

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