Extreme Rules: Result Predictions and two more potential matches prediction

We are less than ten days away from the most extreme PPV of the year, Extreme Rules. Eight matches have been scheduled for the event. Not to mention, a couple more could be announced in the upcoming episodes of Monday Night Raw and SmackDown Live.

Last month, the kick-off for the preparation of the upcoming PPV suffered a major setback when the multi-man match to determine the number one contender for the Universal Championship was called off. Nevertheless, WWE think-tank has put their heads together and as a result, the fans will be treated to seven championship matches (as of now).

There are a lot of interesting matches on the card. Team Hell-No will be competing on a PPV for the first time in five years. Not to mention, the Intercontinental Championship will be defended in a thirty-minute Iron Man match. This match could quite possibly be the one to steal the show at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Here the possible predictions for the matches which are scheduled to take place at Extreme Rules, along with the storylines for two more potential matches which could get added to this event.

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#1 Carmella will retain the Women’s Championship

James Ellsworth has proved himself to be the wild card for Carmella on many occasions. Surely, she will be counting on him to help her secure one more win over Asuka.

Although it is difficult to believe that the reigning Women’s Champion would be able to defeat the Japanese wrestler in a fair fight, having Ellsworth in the corner certainly have its merits.

It is quite possible that Asuka will get distracted, which can give the “Moon Walking Trash Talking” Championship to catch the “Empress of Tomorrow” off guard.

In the surprising turn of events, James can even throw a punch at the Champion herself to gift her a win by disqualification.

#2 Deleters of the World will retain their titles

The B-Team has lifted the interest ahead of the match for the Raw tag-team championships. For weeks, they have imitated Matt Hardy and Bray Wyatt in quite a humorous way. Not to mention, Curtis Axel has pinned the “Woken” Matt Hardy for two weeks in a row.

However, it will be a different game altogether when the match will be contested with the Gold on the line. Although the B-Team has managed to get fans’ eyes on them ahead of this match, it less unlikely that they will be defending the tag-team championships at Summerslam.

Despite the results from the last two weeks, the “Deleters of the World” should be the “A-team” coming out of this match.

#3 Nakamura will become the US Champion

The “King of Kinshasa” would be looking to get his hands on the United States Championship as he faces Jeff Hardy. The “Enigma” himself has been on a roll since he returned on the Tuesday Nights, especially after securing a win over the Miz this week.

Shinsuke has displayed that he never misses an opportunity to gain an upper-hand in the match. Jeff Hardy is known for his high-flying risk taking maneuvers. However, his wrestling style also provides a lot of opportunities for his opponent as well. Hence, the fans might see the end of the impressive title-run for Jeff Hardy next Sunday.

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#4 Team Hell No will make a golden return

Will team Hell No make a memorable comeback? — Will

Team Hell No will be competing for the first time in five years on a PPV. On the last episode of SmackDown Live, they confirmed that they have left their personal differences behind. Not to mention, they defeated the Usos in the main event which shows their mettle at a tag team.

This sets the tone for their match against the Bludgeon Brothers at Extreme Rules. Although these brothers are known to bring chaos to the ring along with their weapons, they will be facing one-half of the “Brothers of Destruction” along with the leader of the “YES” movement.

With the huge momentum favoring them, team Hell No must become the new tag team champions.

#5 Alexa Bliss will retain, thanks to Ronda Rousey

Ronda might not be in the picture, but she certainly is in the storyline.

Alexa Bliss cashed-in her Money in the Bank contract on the same night she won it to become the new Raw Women’s Champion. The following night, she instigated Ronda Rousey to an extent that the former-UFC Champion lost her temper and ended up getting suspended.

As a former champion, Nia Jax invoked her re-match clause, and she will be looking to regain the championship at Extreme Rules. However, having the “Rowdy One” in the front row definitely means that she is going to get involved in this match.

If that happens, the “Irresistible Force” might be losing her championship opportunity as she might get in the way of Ronda Rousey. Ronda didn't hesitate to lay her hands on Kurt Angle, so it is quite possible that she hurls down Nia Jax as well.

#6 AJ Styles will defeat Rusev

Will AJ Styles be the WWE Champion to headline Summerslam next month?

AJ Styles has been on the top of his game since he has defeated Jinder Mahal for the WWE Championship before Survivor Series last year. Not to mention, the matches that he had with Shinsuke Nakamura were absolutely classic.

There is no good reason for him to drop the Championship ahead of Summerslam. Hence, it is almost certain that he will walk out of Extreme Rules as the WWE Champion.

However, it is going to be an interesting bout as both these Superstars have a submission maneuver of their own. Fans would love to see how the “Phenomenal One” responds to the Accolade.

#7 Dolph Ziggler will continue to “Show Off”

This match could arguable steel the show. — This match could

The 30-minute Iron Man match should be the perfect end for the rivalry Seth Rollins and Dolph Ziggler have shared in the recent past. They faced each other in classic one-on-one matches twice along with a tag-team match.

There is no doubt that the “Architect” is going to impress the WWE Universe one more time next Sunday. However, Drew McIntyre would continue to be the key factor in this match.

With Roman Reigns having his hands full with Bobby Lashley, it might be too much for Seth Rollins to handle on his own. The “Prodigal Son” could prove to be crucial towards the closing moments of this match.

#8 Bobby Lashley defeats Roman Reigns

This non-title match would quite possibly close the show as the two powerhouses collide with each other. Bobby Lashley has stated on numerous occasions that Roman Reigns doesn’t have what it takes to beat Brock Lesnar. This is the opportunity for him to back his words by his action.

Frankly speaking, Roman Reigns have headlined Raw’s main event for quite too long now, and it is unlikely to see him getting more momentum now.

On the other hand, Brock Lesnar vs. Bobby Lashley is a match that fans would love to see. If Lashley wins this match, fans might see the two former-UFCians facing each other in the near future.

#9 Potential Match 1: Finn Balor vs. Baron Corbin

These two confronted each other last week on Raw.

Baron Corbin is currently handling two roles simultaneously. He is competing as a wrestler on Raw as well as he is the spokesperson for Stephanie McMahon.

In the recent weeks, the fans have seen him having a lot of friction with Finn Balor. A couple of weeks ago, the “Demon King” pinned him. Last week, the “Lone Wolf” tried to get his hands on the former Universal Champion but had to retreat.

As the “Constable of Raw”, Baron has the power to make this match for himself. If he indeed does, do you think he can defeat the Irish Superstar? Sounds off in the comments section.

#10 Potential Match 2: Braun Strowman vs. Kevin Owens, Steel Cage match

Owens has been on the receiving end for the last couple of weeks.

Mr. Money in the Bank is the one Superstar who has gained the most momentum in the last one year in WWE. Since Brock Lesnar has been a no-show for quite some time, the “Monster Among Men” has made Kevin Owens the person who “gets his hands” every Monday Night.

Over the last one month, WWE Universe has seen these two running all over the arena. Although there are a lot of possible storylines for this rivalry, the best one could be to have these two face each other inside a Steel Cage next Sunday.

The match becomes more imminent after Strowman threw Owens from the stage last week, and stipulation certainly brings an end to the run game.

Edited by Shiven Sachdeva