This year’s Money in the Bank pay-per-view was one for the history books! Packed with action, surprising twists, and a shocking retirement announcement, the night left fans buzzing. Let’s dive into the key moments:
Money in the Bank Ladder Matches: High-Flying Chaos!
The night kicked off with two thrilling Money in the Bank ladder matches, where wrestlers battled it out to grab a briefcase hanging high above the ring. The briefcase holds a contract for a guaranteed championship match anytime, anywhere, within the next year.
Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match:
This match was a brutal battle between six superstars: LA Knight, Jey Uso, Drew McIntyre, Andrade, Carmelo Hayes, and Chad Gable. It was a fast-paced fight with wrestlers climbing ladders, jumping off turnbuckles, and hitting each other with chairs!
The crowd favourite, Drew McIntyre, looked strong throughout. However, things got interesting when Chad Gable, the underdog, almost grabbed the briefcase. But Jey Uso pulled a sneaky move, causing Gable to fall. In the end, it was Drew McIntyre who showed his strength and climbed the ladder to win the coveted briefcase!
Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match:
The women’s match was just as exciting, featuring top wrestlers like Raquel Rodriguez, Shotzi Blackheart, Aliyah, Xia Li, Tiffany Stratton, and Dakota Kai. There were amazing flips, dives, and even a brutal moment where Tiffany Stratton took down Tegan Nox (who was not in the match) outside the ring!
In a surprising turn of events, Tiffany Stratton, the youngest competitor, emerged victorious. She outsmarted the more experienced wrestlers and climbed the ladder to win the briefcase, sending shockwaves through the crowd!
Intercontinental Championship Match: Zayn Holds On!
The Intercontinental Championship is a prestigious title in WWE. In this match, the champion, Sami Zayn, defended his title against the powerful Bron Breakker. The match was a back-and-forth battle, but in the end, Sami Zayn managed to retain his championship with a clever move!
Triple Threat World Heavyweight Championship Match: Unexpected Outcome!
The main event of the night was a Triple Threat match for the biggest prize in WWE, the World Heavyweight Championship. Champion Damian Priest had to defend his title against two challengers: the returning legend Seth Rollins and the current Undisputed WWE Champion, Cody Rhodes.
The match was a high-octane affair, with all three superstars going all out. Just when it seemed like Cody Rhodes might win, a familiar face interfered – CM Punk! This wasn’t the first time CM Punk had gotten involved in a championship match involving Drew McIntyre. He had done something similar at the previous pay-per-view, leaving fans wondering about his motives.
CM Punk’s interference allowed Damian Priest to pin Drew McIntyre and retain his title. This left the crowd stunned and confused. Was CM Punk helping Priest, or was he targeting both McIntyre and Rhodes?
John Cena Announces Retirement!
After the main event, a WWE legend made a shocking announcement. John Cena, a 16-time World Champion, revealed that he would be retiring from in-ring competition. He said his final match will be at WrestleMania next year. This news sent a wave of emotion through the crowd, with many fans giving Cena a heartfelt goodbye.
What’s Next?
With Drew McIntyre winning the Money in the Bank briefcase and CM Punk’s actions, the future of the WWE Championship picture is wide open. Will McIntyre use the briefcase to challenge Cody Rhodes or target Damian Priest? And what are CM Punk’s true intentions? Only time will tell!
Overall, Money in the Bank 2024 was a night of unforgettable moments. With exciting matches, surprising results, and a legendary retirement announcement, it’s a pay-per-view that will be talked about for a long time!