WrestleMania 36 Review: Night One

Clinical Start, Cliche End

The Artist Collective artfully takes it

WWE Intercontinental Championship: Sami Zayn (c)/w Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro vs. Daniel Bryan/w Drew Gulak

With the infuriating nature of the Great Liberator, one had to expect this to start with antics. Unfortunately, it is unclear how healthy Sami Zayn truly is; limiting a match of the night contender to just below a notch. Surprisingly Gulak's early takedown of Zayn's boys allowed for an explosive middle portion.

The workhorse title deserved better from two workhorse talents. Even then in this day and age, a Daniel Bryan match is a boon for wrestling fans. Not exactly a clinic, but a thorough dismantling in epic Bryan fashion. Sami Zayn if not competitive, at least plays his part to perfection in needling that Bryan out.

Similarily the shine given to Gulak was a highlight, as he pushed Bryan to work his best as well as getting praise from the man. He also proved to be the distraction taken out by Zayn's cohorts, allowing him to sneak in a Helluva Kick to finish the dirty job. Not the most preferable result, considering the previous two matches.

Result: Sami Zayn with a win on Daniel Bryan to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship!

Rating:

3 out of 5 stars!