WWE Elimination Chamber Predictions, Pay Per View Matches, Schedule: The Roman Reigns Factor in Dean Ambrose vs. Seth Rollins
Corpus Christi, Texas received a special treat when their regular WWE live event evolved into a last minute WWE Network exclusive pay-per-view event.
"WWE Elimination Chamber" is this Sunday, and six matches have been confirmed for the show including two matches inside the steel structure. Daniel Bryan will make an appearance during the "Kickoff" show as a guest on "MizTV."
Neville vs. Bo Dallas:
"Elimination Chamber" will be a showcase of NXT talent, past and future, and this match includes two former NXT Champions. Neville and Bo Dallas will compete in a singles match that will likely go one-sided this Sunday.
Prediction:
Neville is "the next sensation" in the WWE, and if the company wants to build him up, he will get the win. With Neville getting the win, it will be disappointing for Dallas who needs a boost in his main-roster career.
John Cena vs. Kevin Owens:
The current NXT Champion is on the main roster and made his target on United States Champion John Cena. According to WWE.com, the match will not be for the either titles. Owens made his presence known when he confronted Cena a couple weeks ago on "Monday Night Raw," powerbombed him and stomped on the United States Championship. Shortly after, Triple H gave the approval for Cena vs. Owens.
Prediction:
Tough call. Cena is coming from a victorious feud against Rusev, and it would seem abrupt to have him lose against Owens unless their feud continues beyond Sunday. The match could be used to further elevate the importance of NXT and their motto of "the future starts here." With that noted, the prediction is for Owens to win.
Divas Championship: Triple Threat Match: Nikki Bella (c) vs. Paige vs. Naomi:
Paige has returned and has set her eyes on Naomi and the Divas Championship. The Bella Twins have been dominate during the current title reign, but it is time for someone else to reign. Unlike Naomi and Nikki, Paige has no one on ringside to counter Brie Bella and Tamina. Naomi has never held the championship while Paige and Nikki Bella have two reigns on their resume. This Sunday, it could be Naomi's time to shine.
Prediction:
The three-way feud could continue beyond this Sunday, and it should continue with Naomi becoming the new Divas Champion.
WWE Tag Team Championship: Elimination Chamber Match: The New Day (c) vs. The Lucha Dragons vs. Tyson Kidd and Cesaro vs. The Prime Time Players vs. The Ascension vs. Los Matadores:
For the first time ever, the WWE Tag Team Championship will be decided in an Elimination Chamber match. Most of the tag teams have provided a boost to the tag team division, especially The New Day, Cesaro and Tyson Kidd and The Lucha Dragons, the latter was formed while in NXT. The Prime Time Players have also been regaining their momentum following several weeks of promos against fellow tag teams. This match will have the potential to steal the show.
Prediction:
As much as The New Day's gimmick can be annoying, it's one to love to hate. The New Day has received the momentum from the WWE Universe and should keep the tag team titles to further prove their "positive" message.
WWE Intercontinental Championship: Elimination Chamber Match: Sheamus vs. Ryback vs. R-Truth vs. King Barrett vs. Rusev vs. Dolph Ziggler:
The second Elimination Chamber match will see a new Intercontinental Champion crowned after Daniel Bryan had to vacate the title due to injury.
Prediction:
Some good names are set to compete in this match but they won't be able to beat the showcase that may occur in the tag-team Elimination Chamber match. The only big names likely to win are Sheamus, King Barrett and Rusev. Dolph Ziggler is a fan favorite, but the title will not be wrapped around his waist this Sunday. Reports state Rusev encountered a leg injury and his status in the match is unknown, otherwise, he would be the favorite to win. Since Barrett is still king, the victory goes to Sheamus.
WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins (c) vs. Dean Ambrose:
Seth Rollins defends his championship against fellow former Shield member Dean Ambrose. Along with the tag-team Elimination Chamber match, this match has the potential to steal the show. Ambrose and Rollins nearly stole the show at "Summerslam" -- along with Brock Lesnar's German Suplex extravaganza on Cena -- despite their match being a Lumberjack match.
Prediction:
Seth Rollins. An important factor on Sunday is Roman Reigns. As of Friday, Reigns is not scheduled for a match on Sunday, but he has plenty of time to appear during the match and could cost Ambrose the title. Randy Orton has also been missing, could he returned during the main event?
How to Watch:
Online: Live-coverage stream of "WWE Elimination Chamber" 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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