WrestleMania 35: Analyzing each Champion's chances of retaining their title at the PPV

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For example, last year at Wrestlemania 34, many people just KNEW that Roman Reigns would walk out of the main event as WWE Universal champion, based upon things like Brock Lesnar's contract status. As history tells us, however, Lesnar won that bout and retained his Universal title in dominant fashion.

However, even though nothing can be known for certain, one can speculate about the odds of certain wrestlers gaining victory or defeat by objectively measuring certain criteria. With nearly every title in the WWE set to be defended at Wrestlemania 35, it is possible to make predictions on the status of those championships after the dust has settled.

Here are each and every champion defending their belt/s at the biggest sports entertainment event of the year, and their odds of retaining.

#1 Buddy Murhpy (Cruiserweight Champion, 205 Live)

Real Name: Matthew Adams

Years as a professional: 12 (Veteran.)

Wrestling Style: High flying and technical wrestling.

Buddy Murphy distinguished himself on WWE's NXT brand by teaming with Wesley Blake. The duo managed to capture the NXT Tag team titles, and were managed for a time by Alexa Bliss, with whom Murphy has a real life romantic relationship.

Murphy joined the 205 Live brand and quickly established his dominance, winning the Cruiserweight championship and putting on five star matches with men like Mustafa Ali and Cedric Alexander. Can the man once known as NXT's best kept secret retain his title at the biggest extravaganza of the year?

Odds of keeping the title: 50-50. As of this writing, Murphy will be facing one of two men, Tony Nese or Cedric Alexander, depending on who wins the 205 Live tournament finals.

Murphy has defeated Cedric decisively, and is a red hot property, but Tony Nese's star has been on the rise. Whatever the case may be, it will probably be one of the most technically sound matches on the WrestleMania 35 card.

#2 Samoa Joe (United States Champion, Smackdown Live)

Samoa Joe proudly displays his United States Championship.

Real Name: Nuufolau Joel Seanoa

Years as a Professional: 19 (Veteran on the cusp of being a Ring General.)

Wrestling Style: Striking and submissions

Samoa Joe was once thought to be an unlikely candidate for the WWE, but he has not only signed with the company, but thrived.

He captured the NXT championship from Finn Balor before his move to the main roster. After feuding with AJ Styles for the WWE Championship, he managed to win the United States title. Can he walk out of WrestleMania 35 with his new belt?

Odds of leaving Wrestlemania 35 with the championship: 70-30. As of this writing, it's uncertain who Joe will be facing at the WrestleMania 35. He has already defeated R Truth, the former champion, and serious contenders Andrade and Rey Misterio.

Rumors of a possible dream match against John Cena continue to circulate, but Joe is just settling into his role as US champion and it seems like the WWE will likely keep the belt on him for the time being.

#3 The Usos (WWE Smackdown Tag Team Champions)

Real names: Jonathan Solofa Fatu (Jimmy), Joshua Samuel Fatu (Jey)

Years as professionals: 10 (veterans)

Wrestling Style: Striking and high flying

The Usos are a rarity in the world of professional wrestling in that they have only ever wrestled for one company, the WWE.

Usually one must work one's way up through the independent federations in order to get on the WWE's scouting radar.

From their days in Florida Championship Wrestling to their main roster debut, the Usos have been some of the most consistent performers in the whole company.

The twin sons of Rikishi Fatu also earned more mainstream notoriety due to Jimmy's participation in the Total Divas show on the E network.

Recently they captured the Smackdown Live titles from the Miz and Shane McMahon. Will they leave the biggest show of the year as champions?

Chances of leaving Wrestlemania with their titles: Practically zero. The Usos have their contracts coming up shortly after WrestleMania 35, and with the Hardy Boyz recently making their return and trouncing the Bar on Smackdown Live, it seems like Matt and Jeff will probably be the Usos opponents at the Grandest Stage Of Them All.

Given that the Hardy Boyz may be retiring soon, the WWE will probably give them one last title reign as a swan song. Or should that be Swanton song?

#4 Bobby Lashley (WWE Intercontinental Champion.)

Real Name: Franklin Roberto Lashley

Years as a professional: 15 (veteran)

Wrestling Style: Power wrestling with some technical acumen.

Bobby Lashley was a standout amateur wrestling athlete and former military officer who was signed by WWE in 2004 for their then-developmental brand of Ohio Valley Wrestling.

He quickly moved to the main roster, where he would prove to be a dominant force, capturing the Intercontinental championship. He was also part of the famous 'haircut' angle involving Vince McMahon and Donald Trump.

Lashley spent several years away from WWE, competing in both MMA and on Impact wrestling before his triumphant return last year. Will he keep his newly won Intercontinental championship at Wrestlemania 35?

Chances of keeping his title at Wrestlemania 35: 80-20. As of this writing his opponent has not been officially declared, but there's a good chance it will be against the m an he defeated for the IC strap, Finn Balor.

WWE is just starting out the heel faction of Lio Rush and Bobby Lashley, so it wouldn't make much sense to derail their momentum with a loss.

#5 Asuka (Smackdown Live Women's champion)

Real Name: Kanako Urai

Years as a professional: 15 (veteran.)

Wrestling style: Striking, submissions, and technical wrestling.

The Empress of Tomorrow has had one of the more glorious WWE runs in history. She practically owned the NXT brand during her tenure there, turning back the challenge of every single opponent that was placed in front of her.

In fact, she never lost the NXT women's championship, but instead relinquished it in order to join the main roster. Her undefeated streak continued until she tapped out to Charlotte at last year's wrestlemania event. Will she keep her title this year?

Chances of leaving Wrestlemania 35 with the title: 90-10. Most likely, Asuka will either face Mandy Rose, Sonya Deville, or perhaps both women in a triple threat. While WWE is interested in elevating Rose, it doesn't feel like she's quite ready for the championship yet. Given that Asuka lost last year at the biggest show, it seems quite likely she will retain.

#6 The Revival (WWE Raw tag team champions)

Real names: Daniel Wheeler (Dash), and David Harwood (Dawson)

Years as professionals: Dash 14, Dawson 15 (veterans.)

Wrestling Style: US standard worker with top notch brawling.

The "Top Guys" were one of the most dominant tag teams in NXT history, turning back the challenges of teams like American Alpha and Blake and Murphy.

However once they were elevated to the main roster, they have floundered or been left off of shows entirely. Their frustrations led them to requesting their release from the WWE, which the company denied with the condition that they be given time to improve things.

Dash and Dawson recently captured the WWE Raw tag team titles, and have been featured more prominently on television. Will they retain at WrestleMania 35?

Chances of keeping their titles at Wrestlemania 35: 60-40. The Revival have yet to have set opponents, but it seems more likely than not that their recent push will continue with a victory at the biggest show of the year.

#7 Bayley and Sasha Banks, the Boss N Hug Connection (WWE Women's tag team champions)

The Boss N Hug connection, Sasha Banks and Bayley

Real Names: Pamela Rose Martinez and Mercedes Varnado

Years as professionals: 11 years (Bayley, veteran) and nine years (Sasha, journeyman.)

Wrestling Style: Both are technical wrestlers.

Sasha Banks and Bayley spent a lot of time as frenemies before finally solidifying their alliance. The duo managed to capture the WWE Women's tag team championships at Elimination Chamber, becoming the inaugural champions of the modern era.

The unique thing about the WWE Women's tag team titles is that they can be defended on any brand, including NXT.

This raises questions as to who, exactly, they will face at the biggest show of the year. Rumor has it they may face off against WWE Hall of Famers Trish Stratus and Lita, but this has not been confirmed.

Chances of leaving Wrestlemania 35 with the titles: 60-40. No matter who they face, the Boss N Hug connection is just starting their journey as champions, and it would cheapen the newly minted titles to have the inaugural champions have a short reign, making it quite likely they will retain.

#8 Daniel Bryan (WWE Champion, Smackdown Live brand)

Daniel Bryan kicks Kofi Kingston in the chest on Smackdown Live

Real Name: Bryan Danielson

Years as a professional: 21 (ring general.)

Wrestling Style: Striking, submissions, and technical wrestling.

Daniel Bryan is one of the most unlikely success stories in WWE history. Much smaller than the typical muscle bound world champions of the past such as Hulk Hogan and John Cena,

Bryan won over the WWE Universe based upon his supreme in ring ability. The Yes movement changed the way that WWE books their championship matches for the better.

Bryan recently returned to in ring competition and unexpectedly turned heel, playing off of his hippie-esque roots and introducing an eco-friendly WWE Championship belt made of wood and hemp. Can he hang on to his beloved championship?

Chances of retaining his title at Wrestlemania 35: 50-50. Bryan is red hot as a heel champion, but it's all but a given that he will be taking the also red hot Kofi Kingston at the super show. With Kofi experiencing a ground swell of support, it could go either way for Bryan.

#9 Ronda Rousey (WWE Raw Women's champion)

Real name: Ronda Jean Rousey

Years as a professional: 1 (rookie, though her combat sports experience is extensive.)

Wrestling Style: Striking and submissions, with some power moves.

Ronda Rousey was an Olympic Judo champion and UFC champion before she made the transition to professional wrestling.

Her debut at last year's wrestlemania silenced many of her critics, and she has only continued to improve since then.

Rousey has certainly lived up to her 'rowdy' moniker, racking up controversies on social media for her kayfabe busting comments. Will she retain her title against two different challengers?

Odds of leaving Wrestlemania 35 with the title: 90-10 against. Rousey is rumored to be taking at least a temporary break from the WWE after WrestleMania, and of course the red-hot Becky Lynch is the favorite to win the title at the biggest sports entertainment extravaganza of the year.

#10 Brock Lesnar

Real Name: Brock Lesnar

Years as a professional: 19 (veteran.)

Wrestling style: Power and striking.

The Beast Incarnate is one of the most divisive figures in all of sports entertainment. On the one hand his combat sport credentials and Superstar status cannot be denied. On the other, many fans decry his part time status and tendency to do the bare minimum in his matches.

That being said, he is certainly one of the most dominant wrestlers in history, rarely tasting defeat and beating back almost every challenger. Will the Beast Incarnate walk out of Wrestlemania 35 as the champion, or will he taste defeat?

Chances of leaving Wrestlemania 35 with the title: 70-30. Lesnar has a very game Seth Rollins to defend his title against, and there's no doubt that the crossfit Jesus has momentum on his side; However, this is Brock Lesnar, and with the WWE possibly losing mega star Ronda Rousey after the event they may want to keep the belt on Lesnar for the time being.

There you have it; The WWE Champions and their odds of keeping their belts at Wrestlemania 35. Questions or comments? Please leave them after the article, and as always thanks for reading!

Edited by Alan John