WWE Night of Champions 2023 kicked off with a bang as two of the best wrestlers in the world clashed for the newly created WWE World Heavyweight Championship.
Seth Rollins and AJ Styles delivered a classic match that had the fans on the edge of their seats. Both men showed why they are considered among the elite in the industry, but only one could walk away with the gold.
You’re right! We have the new champion who took home the gold after an incredible night of the WWE championship, and it’s none other than Seth Rollins!
Seth Rollins won the match against AJ Styles at WWE Night of Champions 2023 in Saudi Arabia. Rollins defeated Styles with a stomp after a 20-minute opener.
With his victory, Rollins became the inaugural WWE World Heavyweight Champion, a new title that was revived by Triple H last month. He ended his four-year-long wait for a world title and celebrated with the fans. A dream win, isn’t it?
1. How Rollins and Styles Became Rivals for the New Title
The feud between Seth Rollins and AJ Styles started when Triple H announced the revival of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship last month, a prestigious title that had been retired since 2016.
Triple H declared that a tournament would be held to crown the first-ever champion of the new belt, and that eight superstars from Raw and SmackDown would compete for the opportunity. Rollins and Styles were among the participants, representing Raw and SmackDown respectively.
Both men advanced to the finals after defeating their opponents in the quarterfinals and semi-finals. Rollins eliminated Cody Rhodes, while Styles eliminated Gunther. The stage was set for a clash between two titans, who had previously faced each other only once in a singles match at Money in the Bank 2019, where Rollins retained his Universal Championship.
Both men had a lot to prove, as Rollins had been away from the world title picture for four years, while Styles had been struggling to find his footing on SmackDown after being drafted from Raw. The stakes were high, as the winner would not only make history as the inaugural WWE World Heavyweight Champion, but also earn bragging rights for their brand.
2. A Play-by-Play Analysis of the Action and Drama
The match between Seth Rollins and AJ Styles was an incredibly exciting showcase of technical excellence, athleticism and resilience.
The two superstars exchanged strikes, counters and near falls throughout the 20-minute bout, keeping the fans on the edge of their seats. If you’re someone who is passionate about WWE and an avid follower of the sport, you’ll know the adrenaline rush I’m talking about here!
Rollins started off strong, hitting Styles with a sling blade and a running knee off the apron. Styles fought back with a snap mare and a knee drop, then took control with a chinlock. Rollins escaped and launched Styles across the ring with a buckle bomb, then followed up with a splash from the top rope for a two count.
Styles countered with a neckbreaker for another near fall, then attempted a Styles Clash from the second rope, but Rollins flipped him over and hit him with mounted punches. Rollins then executed an inverted superplex and a falcon arrow for another close call.
Rollins went for a corkscrew splash, but Styles moved out of the way and hit a tornado DDT. Styles then went for the Phenomenal Forearm, but Rollins caught him with a kick to the face. Rollins then hit a suicide dive to the outside but injured his left knee on the landing.
Styles capitalized by locking in the Calf Crusher in the ring, but Rollins managed to break free by grabbing Styles’ neck. Styles then tried to hit Rollins with his own finisher, the stomp, but Rollins dodged it and hit Styles with a superkick. Rollins then delivered the final stomp and pinned Styles to win the match and the title.
3. What Rollins’ Victory Mean for WWE and His Future Opponents
Seth Rollins’ victory at WWE Night of Champions 2023 was a historic moment for him and for WWE. He became the first-ever WWE World Heavyweight Champion, a title that represents the legacy of legends like Ric Flair, Triple H and John Cena.
Rollins also proved that he is still one of the top stars in the industry, after being away from the world title scene for four years. His win also gave Raw a major boost, as the brand now has a new top champion to lead the show.
The new champion will face new challenges and opportunities as the WWE World Heavyweight Champion, as he will have to defend his title against the best of both Raw and SmackDown. Rollins will also have to deal with potential rivals like Cody Rhodes, who he eliminated in the tournament.
There’s also Brock Lesnar, who defeated Rhodes in a brutal match at Night of Champions, and Roman Reigns, who is still the Universal Champion and the leader of The Bloodline.
Rollins will have to prove himself as a worthy champion and a fighting champion, as he will have a target on his back from every superstar who wants to make history by dethroning him.
4. About WWE
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc., doing business as WWE, is an American professional wrestling promotion. A global integrated media and entertainment company, WWE has also branched out into other fields, including film, American football, and various other business ventures.
WWE shows are sports entertainment, featuring story line-driven, scripted, and partially choreographed matches; though including moves that can put performers at risk of injury, even death, if not performed correctly. It was founded in 1953 as the Capitol Wrestling Corporation and is the largest wrestling promotion in the world. It is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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