It’s time to crown a new King of The Ring. Finn Balor won the Smackdown side of the bracket, beating out both Sami Zayn & Cesaro in very hard fought matches. Xavier Woods would win the RAW side, coming out on top of both Jinder Mahal and Ricochet to earn his spot. While Balor is a decorated singles champion in WWE, this is the first big chance that Woods has had in the singles ranks – and won’t let it go to waste. King of The Ring has always been his dream, and tonight he’s got the chance.
Xavier Woods & Finn Balor For The First Time Ever
After a quick fist bump to show some respect, Balor & Woods would get started. Woods got a wrist lock, but Balor quickly turned it around into a headlock. Balor had the vice-like grip, and held onto Woods as he took him down to the ring. Woods got to the ropes, and despite a clean break – Balor retook control.
Balor would get caught with an impressive russian leg sweep, only getting a two count. Woods went for a takedown, but Balor rolled through and hit the low dropkick. A rear chinlock was applied, and Woods tried to break with a backdrop but Balor held on – meaning a rope break had to be used. Balor would use another chinlock, but Woods was able to slip out easier this time.
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The tornado DDT was attempted by Woods, only to be countered and hit with a quick double stomp. Balor was relentless, nailing a slingblade and looking for the John Woo dropkick. Woods would catch him with a hard superkick, and fell into a pinfall for a two count. Balor was able to rally back, blocking a Samoan Drop attempt with some downward elbow strikes.
Woods would counter out of Bloody Sunday with a small package, before setting up a superplex and getting a two count for the effort. The rope walk elbow drop was countered, with Balor getting the knees up. Slingblade & John Woo dropkick combo would land, and Coup De Grace had to be dodged. A tight cradle got a two count, and Woods would hit a gutbuster, and nail the rope walk elbow drop for the win!
A match tailor made to have Xavier Woods look better than ever, with Finn Balor doing everything to make him look like a star – something which really wasn’t hard. Woods deserved this big singles accolade, after countless great performances over the years. It was a solid performance more than anything, but perfect for a King of The Ring finals. Match Rating: 3.75/5 (*** 3/4)
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