WWE: 5 officially announced matches that Vince McMahon will likely change before Wrestlemania 35

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We are currently on the road to WrestleMania, and getting very close to the destination. While the current card is generating a mixed reaction from fans and critics, there is no doubt that the build has been sub-par considering WWE's standards, and the sheer excitement generated during WrestleMania season.

The only two matches that have had some proper build are the RAW Women's Championship match - which is et to headline Wrestlemania this year - and Kofi Kingston vs Daniel Bryan for the WWE Championship which hasn't even been announced officially as of now.

With rumors floating around stating 'mania will have more than 16 matches this year, a lot of the matches are still waiting to be added to the card.

Even the matches announced as of now are not set in stone; let us take a look at the changes that could be made to 5 officially announced matches before Wrestlemania 35 comes around:


#5 Kurt Angle vs Baron Corbin

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When Kurt Angle announced a few weeks back, that he will be calling off his Wrestling career after Wrestlemania 35, the WWE Universe was abuzz with speculation of who Angle would choose as his very last opponent.

It came as a rude shock to everyone when Angle announced that it would, in fact, be his rival Baron Corbin who he'd like to face at the Grand Stage. There has been a lot of resentment ever since the announcement was made, and it was even reported that Angle is not happy with the match himself.

There has been speculation regarding the possibility of WWE changing the match due to the backlash, and Kurt Angle might actually get a new opponent for Wrestlemania 35.

While many fans believe that John Cena would be perfect for the role, I honestly believe that anyone would be a better choice than Corbin at this point.

Also Read: Reports confirm John Cena's match at Wrestlemania 35

#4 The Miz vs Shane McMahon

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Shane McMahon proved at Fastlane, that the age-old formula of turning on your Tag Team partner never gets old. McMahon viciously attacked The Miz after the duo failed to capture the SmackDown tag team championships at Fastlane and even put his hands on Miz's father who was in attendance.

McMahon then "ordered" The Miz to have a match against him at the Grandest Stage of Them All, which the Miz has since accepted.

While the match has been announced, it feels like WWE should add a stipulation to the match for two reasons. A stipulation such as a street fight would not only add character to the match, making the feud seem more personal but it would also aid in the match becoming more entertaining as neither McMahon nor The Miz are exactly ring-generals.

Plus Shane McMahon always shines most pulling crazy stunts, which he just can't do in a match within the official rules.

Also Read: Another major Championship match to be added to the Wrestlemania 35 card

#3 Rey Mysterio vs Samoa Joe (US Championship)

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Rey Mysterio announced, out of the blue, that he will be taking on Samoa Joe at Wrestlemania 35 for the Samoan's United States Championship. While the match will itself be spectacular, the announcement was rather random and abrupt.

Mysterio had been feuding with Andrade for the past couple of weeks and considering the chemistry the two Mexicans displayed in the ring, most fans expected there to be a blow-off match between the two at Wrestlemania 35. In fact, reports suggest that, indeed, WWE had originally planned the match for Wrestlemania 35 but later changed their minds.

It would be a good idea for WWE to add Andrade to the US Championship match making it a triple threat. Not only will it help extend Mysterio's feud with Andrade but will also give Andrade a chance to shine at the big event.

Also Read: WWE had to cancel original plans for Rey Mysterio at Wrestlemania 35

#2 SmackDown Women's Championship Match

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While the attention is squarely focused on the RAW Women's Championship match, the SmackDown women's division has taken a backseat. Asuka has unfortunately become an afterthought ever since she became Champion.

It has been announced that a number one contender's match will take place on SmackDown to determine who Asuka will face at Wrestlemania 35. However, instead of having one out of Naomi, Mandy Rose, Carmella and Sonya Deville face Asuka, WWE should, in fact, make it a multi-woman match at Wrestlemania 35, and could even add a ladder match stipulation to make things interesting.


#1 Triple H vs Batista (No holds barred)

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This match what we, in pro-wrestling parlance, call a blood feud. The two former WWE Champions are involved in a bitter and personal rivalry which will culminate at Wrestlemania 35 in what will be Batista's last match as per The Animal himself.

However, there is a way to raise the stakes even more. While Batista has made it clear that this will most likely be his final match, it would become even more interesting if Triple H puts his career on the line for the match.

Batista needs to add the stipulation that if Triple H loses the match then his in-ring career in WWE would be over.

Also read: Triple H was the genius behind creating iconic WWE faction

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