WWE SummerSlam 2018: Analysing The Expected Winners

Daniel Bryan vs The Miz

WWE SummerSlam 2018: Daniel Bryan vs The Miz

The Odds: Daniel Bryan (-105) vs The Miz (-135)

The Favorite: The Miz

Why Vegas Is Right: Daniel Bryan is one of the world's best in-ring performers; but, oftentimes attempts to do too much. He can't help it. It's who he is. Working 'smart' is the Miz' domain and he will take advantage of every Bryan misstep and capitalize on every overreach to achieve victory in this match.

Furthermore, Bryan has yet to sign a new deal with the WWE. He will be a free agent on September 1st, which just so happens to be the date of Cody Rhodes' debut indie pay-per-view All In. Don't look for WWE Creative to do any favours for Bryan or independent wrestling here. The Miz goes over and goes over clean.

Why Vegas Is Wrong: Daniel Bryan hasn't signed a new deal yet; but, it has been reported that he is a virtual lock to re-sign with the company. Why would he leave a lucrative opportunity like the WWE for uncertainty in the indies, especially when his wife Brie Bella is also employed by the company? Bryan has an ideal situation to take care of multiple generations of his family for many years to come, so don't look for him to leave the WWE. With Bryan sticking around for a while, look for him to remind The Miz that his ultimate destiny is a world championship.

The Miz is arguably the greatest Intercontinental Champion of all time; but, that is small potatoes compared to Bryan's legendary status. Bryan wins this one by utilizing his far superior technical ability and simply wrestling circles around the reality television star.