WWE Fastlane 2015 Pay Per View Matches, Schedule & Predictions: Roman Reigns vs. Daniel Bryan Will Have Fans Angry on Final PPV Before 'WrestleMania'
WWE presents its newest pay-per-view event with "Fastlane" from Memphis, Tennessee on Sunday, and the main event may guarantee frustration among the WWE Universe.
The pay-per-view event includes the standard "Kickoff" show starting at 7 p.m. EST, which will include a MizTV segment with special guest Paul Heyman. As the advocate of WWE World Heavyweight Champion Brock Lesnar, Heyman is expected to help hype the Beast Incarnate ahead of the main-event match at "WrestleMania 31."
WWE Tag Team Championship: The Usos (Jimmy Uso and Jey Uso) (c) vs. Tyson Kidd and Cesaro:
The tag-team title scene received a new push with Kidd and Cesaro teaming up. Kidd and Cesaro have fought against the Usos on previous occasions, including one-on-one competition and even had a confrontation at a "restaurant" during a double date including Natalya and Naomi. The feud is fresh, as it doesn't include another match against either The Miz and Damien Mizdow or Gold and Stardust. The Usos are also set to deliver in the ring, and Kidd and Cesaro are ready to bring speed and strength, respectively, this Sunday.
Prediction:
It's "WrestleMania" season, and The Usos could take one of two options: first, enter "WrestleMania 31" as reigning champions or second, be the underdog heroes chasing the tag titles. Preferably, Kidd and Cesaro should win since they're a new tag team and are talented enough to carry the titles. However, The Usos could soon encounter The Ascension for "WrestleMania 31," and therefore predicted to retain the tag team titles.
Goldust vs. Stardust:
The inevitable occurred. Dusty Rhodes' children will finally compete in a one-on-one match. The tension was originally set when Goldust and Cody Rhodes were tag team partners and shortly lost their tag team titles. A swerve occurred as Cody introduced the Stardust character. As Stardust, the Rhodes brothers have won the tag team titles but then lost it and encountered further losses. Stardust is frustrated, and it appears he wants no connection to the Cody Rhodes persona.
Prediction:
It's a match meant for "WrestleMania," but we are apparently seeing it at "Fastlane." This is also a case of veteran against newcomer, although Cody has been on the main roster for approximately eight years. Stardust should get the win over Goldust.
WWE Divas Championship: Nikki Bella (c) vs. Paige:
Paige is somehow the No. 1 contender for the Divas Championship despite a losing effort at "Royal Rumble" with Natalya against The Bella Twins. Paige has, however, managed to defend herself above the Bellas' actions towards her, including stealing her clothes and spray tanning her.
Prediction:
Paige could be on her way to a third Divas Championship reign at "Fastlane." Nikki Bella, however, has not done much since becoming Divas Champion, and a victory against Paige could further fuel herself as the top heel diva on the roster. Although Paige is the better talent, Nikki is predicted to retain the title.
WWE Intercontinental Championship: Bad News Barrett (c) vs. Dean Ambrose:
Dean Ambrose is on the hunt for his second championship. Following the blizzard in late January affecting the northeastern U.S., Ambrose visited WWE Headquarters in Connecticut and encountered the names of previous Intercontinental Champions, including Pat Patterson, Bret Hard and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. He wants to add his name among those legendary names.
Prediction:
Barrett has not accomplished much while becoming Intercontinental Champion and has been ridiculed by Ambrose. At Fastlane, Barrett is predicted to retain his title, but a rematch could take place at "WrestleMania 31" and give Ambrose the needed boost.
Dolph Ziggler, Erick Rowan and Ryback vs. Seth Rollins, Kane and Big Show:
It's a feud that has developed since before "Survivor Series." All the men involved in this match have had matches against each other on broadcast television and pay-per-views, and "Fastlane" could finally settle the score between The Authority and Ziggler, Rowan and Ryback.
Prediction:
The Authority has been through a major bump in the road, courtesy of Sting's interference. Ziggler, Rowan and Ryback have narrowly managed to get the best against Big Show, Kane and Rollins but it's time for The Authority to enter "WrestleMania" in a strong fashion. Therefore, Rollins is expected to get the pin for his team, most likely pinning Rowan.
WWE United States Championship: Rusev (with Lana) (c) vs. John Cena:
When was the last time Cena competed for the United States Championship? He was a great U.S. Champion and even introduced a "spinner" version of the title about 10 years ago. Rusev, however, is sill the monster heel who has not been pinned or submitted since his debut in early 2014. Rusev has vowed to crush Cena, but Cena is determined to finally break the Bulgarian Brute's winning streak.
Prediction:
Cena wins by disqualification. It is a worrying match since Rusev is still new to the main roster, and Cena is the top persona on the roster. A win for Rusev would be a major milestone for his career, perhaps even more than winning the U.S. Championship. The feud, however, might continue into "WrestleMania 31" with either Rusev or Cena getting a proper victory.
Winner Will Face Brock Lesnar at "WrestleMania 31" for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Roman Reigns vs. Daniel Bryan:
Reigns won the "Royal Rumble" match and should have the guaranteed spot against Lesnar at "WrestleMania." Bryan, however, is very popular with the crowd and will love to see him at any opportunity, especially for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, which he never lost since he was stripped of the title due to injury. Reigns wants to show he deserves the main event at "WrestleMania" while Bryan shows he's the better wrestler that could take down Lesnar.
Prediction:
Bryan and Reigns have both shown heel tendencies but are entering "Fastlane" as fan-favorites. In the end, Reigns will have the victory in what could potentially be the best match of his career. Why? Bryan is an extremely talented wrestler who can make a broom stick look like a hall of famer. Unfortunately, Bryan's fans will be disappointed with the outcome as Reigns is the predicted winner and fight Lesnar at "WrestleMania 31."
How to Watch:
Television: Contact your cable or satellite provider for information on how to order the "WWE Fastlane" pay-per-view with the broadcast set to begin at 8 p.m. EST.
Online: Live-coverage stream of "WWE Fastlane" begins at 7 p.m. EST with the "Kickoff" show, and it can be seen on WWE Network. The "Kickoff" show can also be seen on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, Twitter, WWE.com, the WWE App and YouTube.
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