WWE Battleground 2014
WWE Battleground 2014

WWE Battleground 2014

2014
Movie
180 min
English

Battleground (2014) was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by WWE. It took place on July 20, 2014 at the Tampa Bay Times Forum in Tampa, Florida. It was the second event under the Battleground chronology, with the event having originated in 2013. Nine matches (including, for the first time ever, two pre-shows) took place at the event.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Multiple WWE DirectorsGenres: Sports Entertainment, Professional Wrestling

Plot Summary

WWE Battleground 2014 was a professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by WWE. The main event featured John Cena defending his WWE World Heavyweight Championship in a Fatal 4-Way match against Roman Reigns, Randy Orton, and Seth Rollins. Other notable matches included Brock Lesnar facing off against Roman Reigns and a host of other competitors vying for championship gold and supremacy within the WWE landscape.

Critical Reception

WWE Battleground 2014 received mixed reviews from critics and fans. While the main event had its moments, many felt the overall show lacked consistent excitement and memorable matches. Brock Lesnar's dominant performance was often highlighted, but the booking decisions and the outcome of some key matches drew criticism.

What Reviewers Say

  • The main event provided some high stakes and a clear winner in Brock Lesnar, though the match itself was not universally praised.
  • The undercard featured several matches that failed to generate significant buzz or deliver memorable performances.
  • John Cena's championship reign was a central focus, but the booking leading into and out of the event was seen as predictable by some.

Google audience: Audience reviews for WWE Battleground 2014 were divided, with many appreciating Brock Lesnar's decisive victory and Roman Reigns's strong showing. However, a significant portion of viewers expressed disappointment with the overall quality of the matches and the creative direction of some storylines.

Fun Fact

This event marked Brock Lesnar's first singles match on a WWE pay-per-view since his return to WWE in 2012, although he had competed in tag team matches prior.

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