Sunday night, the WWE fans will be treated to another pay-per-view from WWE. Brand specific to Monday Night Raw, Hell in a Cell would be an attempt from the red brand to get one step ahead of SmackDown before Survivor Series. The fact that the show has managed to evoke reactions, both negative and positive from the fans is a good sign.
Sasha Banks and Charlotte inside Hell in a Cell is what attracts most people to the show but there are other things to be excited about as well. There is, however, a portion of fans that are unhappy about how WWE is using the Hell in a Cell stipulation and about how they are pushing a ‘Triple main event’.
Keeping all these apart, for the wrestling fans who tune in for some entertainment, Hell in a Cell is unlikely to disappoint. With that said, here is a look at the complete match card and predictions for the pay-per-view.
#1 New Day vs. Cesaro and Sheamus (Tag Team Championship)
This is one match that got overshadowed by the ‘Triple main event’. New Day, who are the record breaking Tag team champions, will defend their tag team championships against Cesaro and Sheamus, who can barely work on the same page. Altogether, it’s an interesting dynamic and at the same time, there are some interesting subplots as well.
Cesaro and Sheamus are two superstars that have a newfound direction thanks to this makeshift team up and a title win would make the storyline worth tuning into.
The title changing hands would be more interesting than Cesaro and Sheamus losing and going against each other one more time.
Prediction: Cesaro and Sheamus win.
#2 Cedric Alexander, Lince Dorado, Sin Cara vs. Tony Nese, Drew Gulak, Ariya Daivari
The Cruiserweight division of WWE has been failing. Though it was fun to see the fast paced action return to WWE programming, the execution from WWE has been all over the place. The WWE Universe is still not familiar with most of the cruiserweights in the division and that is where the problem starts.
The art of professional wrestling has thrived on its ability to tell stories throughout its history, but it’s hard to tell a story if the characters aren’t known. Yes, if the fans isolate the match and enjoy what is happening inside the ring, they could enjoy the story.
But the problem is, WWE has moulded their fans differently. There is only a small portion that would enjoy matches as an isolated entity. The others, they would need a good storyline backup if they are to be engaged. As for the winners, it doesn’t matter who takes the win, but for the sake of predictions.
Prediction: Cedric Alexander, Lince Dorado and Sin Cara wins.
#3 Bayley vs. Dana Brooke
Bayley and Dana Brooke were responsible for putting together the second feud in Raw’s Women’s division.
It’s safe to say that they did a good job. WWE is banking on the babyface momentum that Bayley has with her all the time to put over Dana Brooke as a heel. WWE being high about Dana is not a secret and unfortunately, Bayley might fall victim at Hell in a Cell due to this.
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The chances of Bayley getting a place in the title scene after Hell in a Cell are low. WWE would most likely restrict her to the Survivor Series elimination match as an underdog story involving Bayley will turn out to be a huge success.
This opens up the door for Dana to get a win even if it would come in a tainted manner.
Prediction: Dana Brooke wins.
#4 Enzo Amore and Big Cass vs. Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson
The push of Enzo Amore and Big Cass took a backseat lately as WWE wanted to keep them saved for WrestleMania. Just like the situation with Bayley and Dana Brooke, this match is unlikely to have any huge significance on the championship scene. This is because both teams could be involved in Survivor Series elimination matches.
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As Enzo and Cass are going to get their big moment next year, WWE is likely to give Anderson and Gallows their share on this outing. They have been on a roller coaster ride ever since AJ Styles went to SmackDown and though there isn’t much a win could do, they are desperate for one at Hell in a Cell.
Prediction: Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson win.
#5 TJ Perkins vs. Brian Kendrick (Cruiserweight championship)
As mentioned earlier, the Cruiserweight division of WWE has been failing. But the feud between TJ Perkins and Brian Kendrick has been a bright spot. Kendrick, in particular has managed to be one of the best characters on the WWE roster with his pursuit of the Cruiserweight championship.
Perkins, meanwhile, has been a good champion so far but with the backstage heat on him, he is only likely to remain champion until WWE finds a fitting replacement for him.
WWE might let Perkins keep the title, but Kendrick pulling off an upset would be a big moment in his career. But then again, such a booking decision is a long shot.
Prediction: TJ Perkins retains.
#6 Roman Reigns vs. Rusev (United States Championship)
First in the ‘Triple main event’ set, Roman Reigns vs. Rusev has enough potential in it to be a great match. The United States championship has been elevated ever since Reigns won it and the title being defended inside Hell in a Cell is just another proof of this.
Due to the superstars that are involved, the match is going to be physical. In fact, this could be the most physical Hell in a Cell match from the three. Reigns goes in as the clear favourite. WWE wouldn’t want to take the title away from him anytime soon. But at the same time, The Bulgarian Brute will get a strong booking in defeat so that he could go to his next storyline with his head high.
Prediction: Roman Reigns wins.
#7 Kevin Owens vs. Seth Rollins (WWE Universal Championship)
Kevin Owens vs. Seth Rollins has a lot of potential due to the plethora of endings that WWE could try out.
While the other two Hell in a Cell matches don’t have long branches of subplot, this one comes with many permutations that WWE can pull off. Chris Jericho has been a major factor in the storyline throughout and it would be surprising if he doesn’t get involved in the match.
Another major name that could get involved is Triple H. Hunter is yet to give us answers on why he turned on Rollins and an interference at Hell in a Cell could set up the Rollins vs. Triple H showdown.
No matter how WWE books this match, Owens is going to retain as Rollins does not need the Universal championship around his shoulders to feud with Triple H or anyone else that WWE throws at him.
Prediction: Kevin Owens retains.
#8 Sasha Banks vs. Charlotte Flair (Women’s championship)
No matter which match ends the show, Hell in a Cell will have only one main event. And as far as the fans are concerned, it is Sasha Banks vs. Charlotte Flair. The first ever Women’s match inside Hell in a Cell, it has the right amount of hype surrounding it.
Sasha and Charlotte have previously delivered on big occasions but this would be the biggest stage of their career so far. The way in which they would use the Cell is what the fans should watch out for. Both women are intelligent enough and even if there will be limitations, the storyline is strong enough to overcome them all.
Sasha comes in as the baby face that sees this as a dream scenario for her whereas Charlotte knows that she deserves to be a part of history. Couple this with the championship which is up for grabs, and the career-changing Cell, the match will be memorable for sure.
The title is unlikely to change hands as this would be the last chapter of the feud. Also, there is a slight possibility of Nia Jax coming out after the match.
Prediction: Sasha Banks retains.
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