WWE PPV on WWE Network Season 2016 Episode 5 Extreme Rules 2016 - Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey
- May 22, 2016
Extreme Rules 2016 is the fifth episode of the 2016 WWE PPV season, available on the WWE Network. The event took place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on May 22, 2016.
As the title suggests, Extreme Rules is a night of intense, no-holds-barred matches featuring some of WWE's biggest names. The show opens with a pre-show match between Baron Corbin and Dolph Ziggler. The two fierce wrestlers go head-to-head in an intense battle, with Corbin ultimately coming out on top.
The main card begins with the first ever Asylum match between Chris Jericho and Dean Ambrose. The steel cage above the ring is decorated with various weapons, and both wrestlers waste no time in using them against each other. The match is brutal and full of surprises, with both men taking huge risks in their attempts to win. In the end, it's Ambrose who emerges victorious.
The action continues with a tag team match between The Vaudevillains and The New Day. The New Day, consisting of Kofi Kingston, Big E, and Xavier Woods, are the reigning tag team champions, while The Vaudevillains, Aiden English, and Simon Gotch, are gaining momentum in the division. The two teams put on a great match, with both sides showing their strength and skill. In the end, The New Day retains their championship titles.
Up next is a match between The Miz and Cesaro for the Intercontinental Championship. The Miz, who has been the champion for several months, is known for being a cunning and sneaky wrestler. Cesaro, on the other hand, is a powerhouse who relies on his incredible strength and agility. The match is fast-paced and intense, with both wrestlers giving it their all. In the end, Cesaro wins the match and becomes the new Intercontinental Champion.
One of the most highly anticipated matches of the night is the Submission match between Charlotte and Natalya for the Women's Championship. This match is particularly significant because it marks the first time that the Women's Championship is being defended at an Extreme Rules event. The two women are both incredibly skilled and determined, with each of them fiercely protecting their title. The match is a back and forth battle, with Charlotte ultimately emerging victorious.
The penultimate match of the evening sees Roman Reigns defend his WWE World Heavyweight Championship against AJ Styles in an Extreme Rules match. Reigns is a fierce competitor who has held the championship for several months, while Styles is a newcomer to WWE who has made an impressive impact in a short time. The match is hard-hitting and intense, with both wrestlers using their bodies as weapons. In the end, Reigns retains his championship title.
The main event of the evening is a Fatal 4-Way match between Sami Zayn, Kevin Owens, Dean Ambrose, and Chris Jericho. The winner of this match will become the number one contender for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. All four men are intense competitors who have a deep history with one another, making this match a highly anticipated showdown. In the end, it's Dean Ambrose who emerges victorious, cementing his status as a top contender for the championship belt.
Overall, Extreme Rules 2016 is a night of intense, high-energy matches that will leave WWE fans on the edge of their seats. From the first bell to the last, every match is full of surprises and twists, making it a must-watch event for all wrestling fans.
