WWE Wrestlepalooza: Summary and Ratings
The WWE Wrestlepalooza event marked the beginning of a new era of live WWE events. The event, held at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, offered a card with featured matches and important returns.
The evening was marked by the confrontation between John Cena and Brock Lesnar, as well as the crowning of a new Women’s World Champion. In addition, the event featured the return of AJ Lee and a main event for the Undisputed WWE Championship.
Featured Results and Fight Analysis
Here’s an analysis of the most important matches at Wrestlepalooza, evaluating their quality and impact on the event.
Women’s World Championship: Iyo Sky vs. Stephanie Vaquer
Result: Vaquer defeated Sky by a count of three.
Rating: B+
This match was an exceptional demonstration of two of WWE’s best female wrestlers. Strategy and technique were key in the first part of the match, with both wrestlers seeking an advantage. Vaquer focused her attack on Sky’s knee, which gave her a decisive advantage. Despite Sky’s attempts to regain control, Vaquer managed to prevail with a Spinal Tap from the top rope.
Tag Team Match: The Usos vs. The Vision
Result: The Vision defeated The Usos by a three-count.
Rating: C
The match started slowly, with special guest referee LA Knight allowing the use of chairs and tables. The action intensified with several
spears and a near three-count after a 1-D from The Usos. An accidental clash left Jey Uso bleeding, which disrupted the rhythm of the match. Breakker and Reed took advantage of the situation to secure the victory for The Vision.
Mixed Tag Team Match: CM Punk and AJ Lee vs. Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch
Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre
Result: Rhodes defeated McIntyre by a count of three.
Rating: C
The main event was an unexpectedly short match, with Rhodes battling a head injury sustained the previous day. McIntyre, however, suffered a leg injury that prevented him from continuing, leading Rhodes to capitalize and secure the victory with his finishing move, the Cross Rhodes.
Individual Match: John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar
Result: Lesnar defeated Cena by a three count.
Rating: C-
The match between Cena and Lesnar was brief and dominated by Lesnar, who secured a resounding victory. The fight served to continue the rivalry between both wrestlers.
Overall Rating of WWE Wrestlepalooza: C
The event overall offered highlights, but failed to meet the generated expectations. The match between Vaquer and Sky was the most outstanding, while other matches failed to connect with the audience. The event seemed more like a preparation for future confrontations than an event with epic moments.
