When Triple H vs The Undertaker was announced for WWE Super Showdown in Australia, the wrestling fraternity was divided. These two competitors had had a sensible, memorable storyline arc, which had led to the 'End of an Era' finish.
To revisit this rivalry was a risky business. They could've simply had a match without an angle, but they hyped up the match to the sky. With various legends giving their two cents about the outcome, this match has become very difficult to predict.
In this piece we take a look at four ways that the HHH vs The Undertaker match could end.
#1 Triple H wins clean
This is one of the most discussed outcomes. While the Deadman losing would've been blasphemous a few years back, he has lost some of his indestructible aura.
Triple H beating him clean in the centre of the ring seems somewhat believable today. While the Game doesn't have an enviable win-loss record against 'Taker, he may be able to add a victory in the wins column.
Triple H has beat the Deadman a few times, but mostly through DQ or outside shenanigans. He may be looking to change that and get a clean win on his own.
However, with Shawn Michaels and Kane at ringside, a clean outcome is doubtful.
#2 The Undertaker wins clean
The Undertaker has been having a busy year. After squashing John Cena in less than 3 mins, he battled Rusev at the WWE Greatest Royal Rumble, and is now scheduled to wrestle Triple H in Australia.
It seems as if the WWE is building back his invincible aura. After his turgid program with Reigns and two unnecessary losses at Wrestlemania, The Undertaker needs this win. He is an indestructible force and should be booked like one.
No one is going to bat an eye if he beats Triple H clean. History has shown us that he is clearly the better man amongst the two. We'll have to wait until the PPV to see if Triple H wins and Vinnie Mac pulls a fast one on us.
#3 Either one wins due to outside distraction
Let's face it. Neither of the performers are in their primes anymore. Triple H has a methodical style, while 'Taker is fresh off a hip surgery. To put on a good show, WWE might employ some smoke and mirrors.
The announcement of Shawn Michaels and Kane being present in their respective partners' corners already signals some shenanigans.
Michaels or Kane could distract 'Taker or Triple H respectively to help their partner. This screwy finish might even set the stage for another match.
But this finish would be an unwelcome one, for this match has been billed as for the 'Last time ever'.
#4 Interference leads to No Contest
Neither Triple H or The Undertaker are anywhere near how good they were in their prime nowadays, and so the WWE might be forced to employ some snide tactics to distract the audience from this fact.
The announcement of Shawn Michaels and Kane being present in the corners of their respective partners indicates that there are going to be some shenanigans.
This might even spark the return of HBK to active competition, which is actively being discussed. The WWE could have Brothers of Destruction vs D-X at another PPV.