5 banned moves WWE should bring back

Rey Mysterio performed a Canadian Destroyer on Andrade 'Cien' Almas on SmackDown
Rey Mysterio performed a Canadian Destroyer on Andrade 'Cien' Almas on SmackDown

#2 Modified burning hammer

The original version of the burning hammer is far too dangerous
The original version of the burning hammer is far too dangerous

Burning hammer was always banned in WWE, because of the apparent danger associated with the move. The move looks like an inverted attitude adjustment, but the opponent lands on his head rather than on his back. As you can imagine, this one is a risky maneuver. However, in the inaugural Cruiser Weight Classics in 2016, WWE green flagged this move.

The 31 August 2016 match between Kota Ibushi and Brian Kendrick on the Cruiser Weight Classic was made famous by this single move. Out of nowhere, Kendrick lifted Ibushi in an inverted fireman's carry position and delivered the burning hammer. The crowd was shocked at this. However, Ibushi kicked out of the finisher.

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Since this is one of the most dangerous moves in professional wrestling, Tyler Rex modified it. The move is safer - but still looks effective. The reason why Rex's movement was banned was it looked similar to John Cena's AA.

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Edited by Anthony Akatugba Jr.
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