WWE Great Balls of Fire 2017: Predictions and Match Discussion

[QalandarFan]

With the final Raw before the Great Balls of Fire PPV concluding lets predict the outcome of the matches and your view of the storyline of the matches at the Raw Exclusive PPV.

Alexa Bliss (c) vs. Sasha Banks (WWE Raw Women’s Championship)
Winner - Alexa Bliss

Seth Rollins vs. Bray Wyatt
Bray Wyatt has the potential to be so much more and he has been booked terribly. The guy was put over by CENA not once but TWICE! That is something WWE should've pounced on and imo Bray Wyatt should be WWE Champion. But ever since he has been on Raw well he has been terribly booked. I think Bray’s gonna get another one of those wins he tends to get on a PPV against a big time opponent. Anyone who has followed Bray’s career would know he’s handed a big victory every now and then to make it appear like he’s still a contender. This is just to hide the fact that he’s not as big of a player as he’s made out to be, I guess.
Winner - Bray Wyatt

Neville (c) vs. Akira Tozawa (with Titus O’Neil and Apollo Crews) (WWE Cruiserweight Championship)
Winner - Neville

Enzo Amore vs. Big Cass
This has been an exceptionally well booked feud, it was a great way to transform Cass into a singles competitor and the way the two have sparked emotion in there Promos has been great. The results is pretty obvious here Big Cass is the guy who seems set for a bigger future, now way is he losing to Enzo.
Winner - Big Cass

Cesaro and Sheamus (c) vs. The Hardy Boyz (Jeff Hardy and Matt Hardy) (30-Minute Iron Man Match for the WWE Raw Tag Team Championship)
Not looking forward to this match, but imo WWE is looking to get the Broken Hardy's gimmick so this loss will be the perfect time to set that up going into summer slam.
Winner - Cesaro and Sheamus

The Miz (c) vs. Dean Ambrose (WWE Intercontinental Championship)
The two Superstars have been feuding since the Superstar Shake-up , and it doesn't seem that WWE is in any rush to move on to another storyline. I guess I see why since both of them seem very good on the mic and their in ring chemistry is pretty sound as well. Then again the match is getting pretty boring to see I have seen these guys in the ring so much it's getting a bit stale. I can't see Miz losing the belt heading into SummerSlam.
Winner - The Miz

Roman Reigns vs. Braun Strowman (Ambulance Match)
This is one of the two matches I am really excited about heading into this PPV! Braun Strowman has grown into an amazing character since his feud started with Reigns. I have absolutely loved seeing Roman Reigns tap into his cockier side more and get a lil bit heelish in his ways this year. He has stepped up to the plate this year and he is performing at an elite level. This feud has been a highlight of 2017 for WWE. I expect Roman Reigns to put Strowman over and move onto Lesnar for a dream feud at SummerSlam 2017. Plus Reigns doesn't lose momentum by losing this match while the returning Strowman might lose a lot. I am a BIG Roman fan but Strowman has gotta win.
Winner - Braun Strowman

Brock Lesnar (c) (with Paul Heyman) vs. Samoa Joe (WWE Universal Championship)
Man this match is one I have been waiting for ever since I seen Samoa Joe debut in NXT. I remember chatting to [MENTION=46929]shaz619[/MENTION] about it a while ago as a dream match, and I guess Dreams do come true [MENTION=46929]shaz619[/MENTION]. The feud has been built up intensely with Joe just squashing Lesnar every time they have met. WWE has done a splendid job in selling Joe as a big threat to Lesnar and his title. As soon as the bell rings, you should also expect to witness World War III erupt in the squared circle. Joe and Lesnar will not disappoint I am expecting a all out brawl from two beasts and destroyers, with some very close near falls. I really don't know where to go for this match I can't see Brock losing, but I can't see Joe losing either, because if he does it would put him at the bottom of the pecking order. I guess this match is not going to be a squash after all [MENTION=46929]shaz619[/MENTION] in fact I think this feud is to good for the WWE creative to end it after a single match. The Strowman-Lesnar match can wait till Survivor Series or Hell in a Cell. I think Joe will win this intensely fought match but Lesnar will regain the title like a beast at SummerSlam.
Winner - Samoa Joe

 

[shaz619]

Solid PPV card, am super excited for Joe v Lesnar it has been a dream match for a long time; they've built up Joe extremely well and gave him the push / position he truly deserves but I still expect a typical Lesnar squash which will be a little extended but hope to see a competitive . I don't mind Joe losing although I hope he wins but you can still protect a wrestler in defeat and he can still come out looking like a bad @ss, ala Austin passing out to Bret's Sharpshooter at mania 13 it made him a huge star.

Other matches I look forward to Reigns/Strowman and Bliss/Banks. The tag team match could be decent on the night as well.

 

[Napa]

The ultimate winner will be Donald Trump. He will arrive in Air Force One and walk into the hall carrying the nuclear briefcase. Clothesline every one of the winners and take their belts. If anyone dares challenge him, he will wave the nuke button at them with his finger on it.

And he will do all this while tweeting with his left hand.

 

[aloo paratha]

On a side not, what a dumb name for a PPV honestly...

The card looks pretty good, will be some good matches.

When did the tag team match become an Iron man match??

Why are Seth Rollins and Bray Wyatt even feuding??

Hope Samoa Joe wins but I don't think it'll happen.

 

[QalandarFan]

On a side not, what a dumb name for a PPV honestly...

The card looks pretty good, will be some good matches.

When did the tag team match become an Iron man match??

Why are Seth Rollins and Bray Wyatt even feuding??

Hope Samoa Joe wins but I don't think it'll happen.

I have a feeling Joe is gonna conquer the beast only to be conquered by the beast at summer slam.

 

[leatherface58]

On a side not, what a dumb name for a PPV honestly...

The card looks pretty good, will be some good matches.

When did the tag team match become an Iron man match??

Why are Seth Rollins and Bray Wyatt even feuding??

Hope Samoa Joe wins but I don't think it'll happen.

Vince is probably giggling about it. The funny thing is the announcers immediately say "PPV Event" after they say Great Balls of fire. Solid card though.

I just hope Joe vs Brock will not be an extended squash. Want to see a good, intense fight.

 

[leatherface58]

I have a feeling Joe is gonna conquer the beast only to be conquered by the beast at summer slam.

I would love nothing more than a shock Joe win cause he is an absolute killer but Joe is not winning. Only one man gets to slay the beast and that is DA BIG DAWG cause Roman has to have his coronation.

 

[shaz619]

Hello [MENTION=95766]leatherface58[/MENTION]

 

[shaz619]

Enzo / Big Cass has been a great feud as well, this card has been built up very well lets just hope the in-ring action delivers on the night

 

[shaz619]

What ayy fire promo by Enzo ! just watching RAW now as I eat fried and grilled chicken simultaneously [MENTION=47617]Red Devil[/MENTION]

 

[shaz619]

Absolutely loved that live interview segment between Brock and Joe, it had a big fight feel and reminded me a little of rocky 3 when clubber lang was shouting at Rocky and his trainer Mickey. I will be getting the network to see the PPV live, that segment sold the PPV for me; brilliant stuff from both men, also nice to see Lesnar talk for once usually he just shows up and bounces and laughs like an idiot while paul does all the talking.

And jesus christ my word Mustafa Ali athleticism is unreal, arguably the best CW in the WWE at present and he's very sound technically as well

 

[leatherface58]

Rollins vs Wyatt - Wyatt wins in a way that benefits neither wrestlers.

Neville vs Tozawa - Neville

Miz vs Ambrose - Miz

Bliss vs Banks - Banks via DQ

Strowman vs Reigns - Big Dawg wins the match and feud

Brock vs Joe - Brock.

 

[pakistani pride]

How is roman reigns doing?

 

[shaz619]

How is roman reigns doing?

Exceptionally well, probably in the top 5 best all round performers in the WWE today.

1. AJ Styles

2. Charlotte

3. Samoa Joe

4. Roman Reigns

5. Brock Lesnar

 

[DW44]

If Lesnar beats Joe, I'm starting a one man riot outside the Parliament.

 

[pakistani pride]

Exceptionally well, probably in the top 5 best all round performers in the WWE today.

1. AJ Styles

2. Charlotte

3. Samoa Joe

4. Roman Reigns

5. Brock Lesnar

And the public. How is he seen?

 

[shaz619]

And the public. How is he seen?

The smark fans boo him while the casuals cheer him, he generates a reaction though and is factually the most over superstar in the WWE outside the part-timers. Reigns execution of his persona has been brilliant and his in-ring work is fantastic, smarks just love to hate him now because it's the cool thing to do; anyhow it's good business for the WWE either way.

 

[aloo paratha]

The smark fans boo him while the casuals cheer him, he generates a reaction though and is factually the most over superstar in the WWE outside the part-timers. Reigns execution of his persona has been brilliant and his in-ring work is fantastic, smarks just love to hate him now because it's the cool thing to do; anyhow it's good business for the WWE either way.

WWE should turn him heel.

 

[shaz619]

WWE should turn him heel.

Isn't he a heel already, look at the reaction he gets; if they fully turn him heel now people will start to cheer him the mixed reaction Reigns gets will generate more money for the WWE then a pure face or heel character

 

[aloo paratha]

Isn't he a heel already, look at the reaction he gets; if they fully turn him heel now people will start to cheer him the mixed reaction Reigns gets will generate more money for the WWE then a pure face or heel character

Well in the fans eyes, yes he's heel, but WWE keep trying to gain sympathy for him and they clearly pit him as the good guy in the feuds he's in.

IMO it was a perfect opportunity to turn Reigns heel after he beat The Undertaker at WM. He should've became a cocky piece of poo(or another word). It would've been refreshing and make me actually want to back him.

 

[leatherface58]

Isn't he a heel already, look at the reaction he gets; if they fully turn him heel now people will start to cheer him the mixed reaction Reigns gets will generate more money for the WWE then a pure face or heel character

WWE is killing other heels to make Reigns. Strowman gets babyface pops when he was getting booed against Zayn. If he is a heel, why is he only feuding with heels? Even Undertaker who is beyond face/heel came off as a sore loser when he had that unremarkable "feud" with Reigns. All Reigns did was throw him out of the Rumble. What is so wrong in that?

They have all the commentators praise him on commentary as well. It is weird booking. Now there are talks of Roman vs Cena. Imagine Cena cutting a brutal promo on him like he cut on The Rock or Miz. Roman will look like an idiot because he simply is not that strong on the mic aside from a line or two which is not enough when it comes to going toe-to-toe with Super Cena.

 

[Red Devil]

[MENTION=46929]shaz619[/MENTION] post your predictions man I'm waiting for you. )

 

[shaz619]

WWE is killing other heels to make Reigns. Strowman gets babyface pops when he was getting booed against Zayn. If he is a heel, why is he only feuding with heels? Even Undertaker who is beyond face/heel came off as a sore loser when he had that unremarkable "feud" with Reigns. All Reigns did was throw him out of the Rumble. What is so wrong in that?

They have all the commentators praise him on commentary as well. It is weird booking. Now there are talks of Roman vs Cena. Imagine Cena cutting a brutal promo on him like he cut on The Rock or Miz. Roman will look like an idiot because he simply is not that strong on the mic aside from a line or two which is not enough when it comes to going toe-to-toe with Super Cena.

Strowman is doing quiet well for himself, he's incredibly over; everyone will get cheered who faces Reigns that does not mean their overall push and perception amongst the fans will get ruined; that is dependent on their character execution and in-ring performances. Reigns is a heel in the eyes of the smarks, they have made him a heel and WWE are utilising the mixed reactions he gets, they have monetised it. A heel turn would be great for Reigns in terms of character potential but as it stands he is doing fine and the reactions are amazing, if he were a heel they wouldn't be as vociferous, plus the merch would be affected as well.

The feud between Taker and Reigns could have been booked better, it was decided to go ahead last minute when Cena/Taker was the original plan. Undertaker did not come across a sore loser, he gave one hell of a performance considering his physical condition and hip surgery which was delayed so he could work mania.

Roman thus far has handled himself exceptionally well and makes best use of the mixed reactions so I see no issue with him feuding with top stars such as John Cena, he was green a few years ago but I have no issues with him now; he is THE GUY and THE FUTURE [MENTION=3474]TalhaSyed[/MENTION], we complain about part timers crushing everyone, at least they are doing something good with Reigns

 

[shaz619]

[MENTION=46929]shaz619[/MENTION] post your predictions man I'm waiting for you. )

The OP hasn't created a competition, the jobber just wants to discuss predictions for the sake of it

 

[QalandarFan]

The OP hasn't created a competition, the jobber just wants to discuss predictions for the sake of it

So no predictions from yourself?

 

[shaz619]

So no predictions from yourself?

Broid

Big Dawg

Harley Quin

The new face of Jobbing

6ft tall

Hollywood A lister

European Stereotypes

 

[shaz619]

@QalanderFan what if Joe in fact goes over ! to set up a big rematch at SummerSlam, that would be $$$$$$$$$ but WWE is too stupid to see it

 

[Adil_94]

[MENTION=46929]shaz619[/MENTION] all hail the goddess Alexa Bliss.

 

[Adil_94]

my predictions for GBOF are

Neville vs Tozawa CWC title- Neville to retain.

Enzo vs Cass- Cass to win.

Alexa vs Sasha Womens title- Sasha to win by DQ or Countout. Alexa retains.

Roman vs Braun- Roman to win.

IronMan Tag Team world title match Shemaro vs Hardy Boys. Shemaro to win 3-2

Seth vs Bray- Seth to win.

Miz vs Ambrose I.C Title- Miz to retain.

Lesnar vs Joe Universal Title- Lesnar to retain.
[MENTION=46929]shaz619[/MENTION] [MENTION=47617]Red Devil[/MENTION].

tusa apnay prediction daso.

 

[Red Devil]

Neville vs Tozawa: Neville to win

Enzo vs Cass: Big Cass to win

Alexa vs Sasha: Alexa to retain.

Roman vs Strowman: Strowman to win

Iron Man Tag Team: Sheamus and Cesaro to win

Seth vs Bray: Seth to win.

Miz vs Ambrose: Miz to retain.

Lesnar vs Joe: Lesnar to retain.
[MENTION=136193]Adil_94[/MENTION] [MENTION=47617]Red Devil[/MENTION].

 

[shaz619]

Broid

Big Dawg

Harley Quin

The new face of Jobbing

6ft tall

Hollywood A lister

European Stereotypes

[MENTION=47617]Red Devil[/MENTION] [MENTION=136193]Adil_94[/MENTION] these are my predictions, am having a personal duel with RD so long I beat that jobber I win

 

[Hasan123]

Nevile to win
Big Cass to win
Alexa to win
Roman to win
Sheamus and Cesaro to win
Seth to win
Miz to win
Lesnar to win

 

[leatherface58]

What an entertaining show. Enjoyed the hell out of it. I really hope Roman is heel else all these shenanigans will be pointless. Would have appreciated one more F5 to put down Joe but he looked like a star. Vinny Mac has got an absolute star in Strowman.

 

[shaz619]

Thoroughly enjoyed the PPV, Alexa/Sasha put on one hell of a peformance, Bliss just keeps getting better every time I see her and this may have been her best match yet; credit to Sasha as well, terrific performer.

The Hardy's proved me wrong big time, despite their age they managed to hang in their with Cesaro and Sheamus for 30 minutes ! was match of the night for me.

The Ambulance match was decent to, have no issues with Reigns current portrayal in the confines of the polarizing response which has been monetised and he delivers every time in the ring and has fleshed out his character as well. Braun came out of that match looking like an absolute star, this feud with Reigns has elevated him to the main-event level if you ask me; he needs a bit more experience but would have no issue with him going over a world champion tomorrow, Reigns is pushed as the man to replace Cena and one of the most important roles you have is to help create new stars in various feuds and in this regard I give him a lot of credit for the work he has done with Braun. A heel turn would be great for Reigns character wise but it's not really required, am satisfied with everything WWE are doing with him at the moment.

Thoroughly enjoyed Joe v Lesnar, it was as good as it could have been from the perspective of all those who wanted Joe to look like a bad@ss in defeat; Joe dominated 80% of the match and got the win thanks to a lucky F-5 out of the blue, but it was Lesnar who was out on his feet when the match was over. But I agree with Leathers that it would have been nice if he pinned Joe after another F-5 but overall I can't complain ! there's a chance now that we may get a rematch between Joe and Lesnar in the future at some point down the line ! Joe never quiet locked in cokina clutch, another talking point; he did apply it but didn't apply the sizzors with his legs around Lesnar's waist to get a firm grip on the submission

 

[shaz619]

Broid

Big Dawg

Harley Quin

The new face of Jobbing

6ft tall

Hollywood A lister

European Stereotypes

Only got one wrong, as Braun officially won the Ambulance match. [MENTION=47617]Red Devil[/MENTION] gets buried once again

 

[shaz619]

And we could be seeing a shift with regards to blood ! I noticed how the camera did not shy from it when Matt was cut open, at first I thought it may have been due to a stiff blow but then when Braun came out the Ambulance with a bloody arm then I questioned whether or not Matt may have bladed. Anyhow I welcome the change, a bit of blood here and there on special occasions can elevate a match and it doesn't have to be Orton or Flair levels

 

[Hasan123]

Thoroughly enjoyed the PPV, Alexa/Sasha put on one hell of a peformance, Bliss just keeps getting better every time I see her and this may have been her best match yet; credit to Sasha as well, terrific performer.

The Hardy's proved me wrong big time, despite their age they managed to hang in their with Cesaro and Sheamus for 30 minutes ! was match of the night for me.

The Ambulance match was decent to, have no issues with Reigns current portrayal in the confines of the polarizing response which has been monetised and he delivers every time in the ring and has fleshed out his character as well. Braun came out of that match looking like an absolute star, this feud with Reigns has elevated him to the main-event level if you ask me; he needs a bit more experience but would have no issue with him going over a world champion tomorrow, Reigns is pushed as the man to replace Cena and one of the most important roles you have is to help create new stars in various feuds and in this regard I give him a lot of credit for the work he has done with Braun. A heel turn would be great for Reigns character wise but it's not really required, am satisfied with everything WWE are doing with him at the moment.

Thoroughly enjoyed Joe v Lesnar, it was as good as it could have been from the perspective of all those who wanted Joe to look like a bad@ss in defeat; Joe dominated 80% of the match and got the win thanks to a lucky F-5 out of the blue, but it was Lesnar who was out on his feet when the match was over. But I agree with Leathers that it would have been nice if he pinned Joe after another F-5 but overall I can't complain ! there's a chance now that we may get a rematch between Joe and Lesnar in the future at some point down the line ! Joe never quiet locked in cokina clutch, another talking point; he did apply it but didn't apply the sizzors with his legs around Lesnar's waist to get a firm grip on the submission

We will get another Lesnar vs Joe match. I think it will be a longer match as well.

 

[shaz619]

We will get another Lesnar vs Joe match. I think it will be a longer match as well.

The plan at the moment is for Lesnar to face Reigns or Braun at SummerSlam , I'd be more then happy if was Joe but they may save that match for another PPV down the line

 

[Hasan123]

The plan at the moment is for Lesnar to face Reigns or Braun at SummerSlam , I'd be more then happy if was Joe but they may save that match for another PPV down the line

Wouldn't mind Lesnar vs Braun. Think Regins and Lesnar maybe saved for WM.

 

[Red Devil]

Only got one wrong, as Braun officially won the Ambulance match. [MENTION=47617]Red Devil[/MENTION] gets buried once again

I only got one wrong as well, we're even-steven.

 

[shaz619]

Wouldn't mind Lesnar vs Braun. Think Regins and Lesnar maybe saved for WM.

Who knows they may even do a fatal 4 way at SS between Joe, Reigns, Braun and SS would be a huge match

 

[shaz619]

I only got one wrong as well, we're even-steven.

) the two biggest ego's in the industry, we kept kicking out of 2 and the match ended in a 120 minute draw

 

[Red Devil]

) the two biggest ego's in the industry, we kept kicking out of 2 and the match ended in a 120 minute draw

) The last few rounds have been the same, the booking team making us both look strong, bah gawd.

 

[Hasan123]

Who knows they may even do a fatal 4 way at SS between Joe, Reigns, Braun and SS would be a huge match

Would be a good match. Doubt it will happen.

 

[shaz619]

) The last few rounds have been the same, the booking team making us both look strong, bah gawd.

) Am pretty sure this isn't the first time there has been a stale mate between the two of us LOOL what a de ja vu

 

[TalhaSyed]

Strowman is doing quiet well for himself, he's incredibly over; everyone will get cheered who faces Reigns that does not mean their overall push and perception amongst the fans will get ruined; that is dependent on their character execution and in-ring performances. Reigns is a heel in the eyes of the smarks, they have made him a heel and WWE are utilising the mixed reactions he gets, they have monetised it. A heel turn would be great for Reigns in terms of character potential but as it stands he is doing fine and the reactions are amazing, if he were a heel they wouldn't be as vociferous, plus the merch would be affected as well.

The feud between Taker and Reigns could have been booked better, it was decided to go ahead last minute when Cena/Taker was the original plan. Undertaker did not come across a sore loser, he gave one hell of a performance considering his physical condition and hip surgery which was delayed so he could work mania.

Roman thus far has handled himself exceptionally well and makes best use of the mixed reactions so I see no issue with him feuding with top stars such as John Cena, he was green a few years ago but I have no issues with him now; he is THE GUY and THE FUTURE [MENTION=3474]TalhaSyed[/MENTION], we complain about part timers crushing everyone, at least they are doing something good with Reigns

Its really interesting with how they are booking Reigns.

At great balls of fire, he came across more like a heel then a face, however, at the same time he is a baby face. The crowd is giving him a mixed reaction and he is also being booked in a mixed way. Interesting to see how they develop the big dawg

 

[shaz619]

Its really interesting with how they are booking Reigns.

At great balls of fire, he came across more like a heel then a face, however, at the same time he is a baby face. The crowd is giving him a mixed reaction and he is also being booked in a mixed way. Interesting to see how they develop the big dawg

The Big Dawg will continue to blur the lines, he operates in that grey area between a face and heel I have no issues with it, his character work during feuds has been good and in the ring he is excellent; his feud with Strowman is arguably the best work of his career because not like Braun was a ready made main-eventer but someone who needed to be exposed at the top level and Reigns has done his part to help him get over and we can't really ask anything more even though folk would love a full fledged heel turn but am not fussed now

 

[shaz619]

Who knows they may even do a fatal 4 way at SS between Joe, Reigns, Braun and SS would be a huge match

Would be a good match. Doubt it will happen.

That 4 way I predicted between Lesnar, Braun, Reigns and Samoa Joe for the Universal title at SS is going to happen for sure going by the final segment on RAW this week ! it's smart booking because it gives them the freedom to protect a number of wrestlers and the match itself will make for an entertaining dynamic

 

[Hasan123]

That 4 way I predicted between Lesnar, Braun, Reigns and Samoa Joe for the Universal title at SS is going to happen for sure going by the final segment on RAW this week ! it's smart booking because it gives them the freedom to protect a number of wrestlers and the match itself will make for an entertaining dynamic

Yep looks likely now. It should be a good match I hope Samoa Joe wins.

 

[shaz619]

Yep looks likely now. It should be a good match I hope Samoa Joe wins.

Reigns/Lesnar will still be favourites to win the match and they are scheduled to main event mania next year but the match would also be a great way to get the strap on someone else, I want Joe to win as well

 

[Hasan123]

Reigns/Lesnar will still be favourites to win the match and they are scheduled to main event mania next year but the match would also be a great way to get the strap on someone else, I want Joe to win as well

Yes they will be favourites to win the match . Wouldn't be surprised to see the result set up a future match between Lesnar and Regins.