Rusev def. Big E

BOSTON – Suffering a defeat in the clutches of Rusev’s Accolade at WWE Payback, former Intercontinental Champion Big E sought retribution at WWE Money in the Bank. After weeks of verbal sparring since their clash last month, the two behemoths once again collided. Unfortunately for Big E – representing the United States – Rusev slammed the Iron Curtain on behalf of his adopted Mother Russia and picked up another impressive victory.

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Before the bout got underway, “The Ravishing Russian” Lana voiced her frustrations with the Boston crowd’s “U.S.A.” chants. Nevertheless, she proceeded to berate America in the very city that was instrumental in the charge for Independence. Irate, Big E marched to the ring waving Old Glory, ready to defend America and be the first Superstar to take out Rusev.

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Big E immediately went on the offensive, building a great deal of momentum before being stopped by a knee to the side of the head by Rusev. From there, the “hero of the Russian Federation” methodically dismantled the former Intercontinental Champion.

However, Big E did not back down and instead turned the tables, regaining control of the match and doing his best to dominate Rusev. Learning from his past battles with the Russian, Big E ducked a superkick and took his opponent off the ring apron with a jaw-dropping spear.

Seemingly in control of the battle and fired up, Big E looked to have the victory secured until he was derailed by two powerful kicks. As Rusev applied his patented Accolade, the collective eyes of the WWE Universe widened and chanted “U.S.A! U.S.A!” as Big E nearly powered out of the maneuver. Recalibrating, Rusev reapplied the maneuver, forcing his opponent to tap out.

With another defeat against Big E, Rusev remains seemingly unstoppable, leaving the WWE Universe wondering who will be powerful enough to stop the Russian hero’s aggression.