WWE Battleground 2017
Battleground (2017) is a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event and WWE Network event produced by WWE for the SmackDown brand. It took place on July 23, 2017, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is the fifth event under the Battleground chronology.
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Plot Summary
WWE Battleground 2017 featured several high-stakes matches for the SmackDown brand. The main event saw Jinder Mahal defend his WWE Championship against Randy Orton in a Punjabi Prison match. Other key bouts included Shinsuke Nakamura challenging for the WWE Championship and John Cena facing Rusev in a Flag Match. The event showcased the intense rivalries and storylines developing within the SmackDown roster.
Critical Reception
WWE Battleground 2017 received mixed to positive reviews from critics and fans. While the main event Punjabi Prison match was criticized for its gimmick and execution, other matches on the card, particularly the WWE Championship bout and Shinsuke Nakamura's singles debut on a major event, were generally well-received. The event is seen as a significant chapter in Jinder Mahal's surprising WWE Championship reign.
What Reviewers Say
- The Punjabi Prison match was a major letdown and detracted from the main event.
- Jinder Mahal vs. Randy Orton delivered an underwhelming conclusion to their feud.
- Shinsuke Nakamura's first singles match on a pay-per-view was a highlight, showcasing his unique talent.
Google audience: Audience reception for WWE Battleground 2017 was divided. Many fans expressed disappointment with the main event gimmick match, finding it slow and confusing. However, the performances of wrestlers like Shinsuke Nakamura and AJ Styles were praised, with many acknowledging the strength of the undercard talent.
Fun Fact
The Punjabi Prison match concept was created by The Great Khali, who originally pitched the idea to WWE.
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