WWE SummerSlam 2018: Analysing and grading each match

#9 The Miz def. Daniel Bryan

The Miz required assistance from Maryse

Match: The Miz withstood plenty of offence from Daniel Bryan, ranging from “Yes!” kicks to various different submissions, to defeat his long-term rival in controversial circumstances. After being handed an object at ringside from Maryse, Miz punched Bryan in the head from the outside of the ring before rushing through the ropes to quickly cover him for the 1-2-3.

Verdict: It always felt leading up to SummerSlam that this would be the first of many matches between The Miz and Bryan, so the shenanigans involving Maryse perfectly sets up the next encounter. This was D-Bry’s best PPV match since his return – now can we have them battle it out inside Hell In A Cell?

Grade: B+

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#10 “Demon” Finn Balor def. Baron Corbin

Baron Corbin went one-on-one with the "Demon"

Match: Just as the WWE Universe was awaiting the arrival of Finn Balor for one of the least anticipated matches of the night, the heartbeat of the Irishman’s music hit and he appeared in full “Demon” attire. Baron Corbin barely got any offence in and was convincingly defeated in just 95 seconds after a Coup de Grace.

Verdict: Well, this was interesting! Corbin’s reaction to seeing the “Demon” for the first time was priceless, but it does seem a little odd that WWE decided to bring back Balor’s alter-ego for such a low-profile match. Let’s hope the “Demon” is unleashed on more PPVs moving forward!

Grade: C+