Bully Ray shared an intriguing perspective on the unusual circumstances surrounding Seth Rollins as he heads into WWE SummerSlam this weekend. Rollins injured his knee during a singles match against LaNight on July 12th, which forced him to quickly finish the match using a brutal BFT move. A viral clip showed Rollins in pain, supporting claims that the injury was legitimate. However, some fans speculate this knee issue might be a storyline gimmick designed to set up Rollins’ cash-in at SummerSlam, especially as his longtime rival, CM Punk, prepares to challenge Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship on August 2.
Rollins won’t be appearing at SummerSlam due to his injury, but members of his faction will compete in a tag team match, while the group remains without a leader after recent events. On the Busted Open Radio show, Bully Ray expressed skepticism about the injury, suggesting something seemed off about the situation. This wouldn’t be the first time WWE has used a fake injury angle for story purposes, though Rollins does have a history of knee problems, including ACL tears in 2015 and a Meniscus tear earlier this year.
Reports indicate that this injury angle was planned in advance to remove Rollins from television temporarily and create an impactful surprise return and cash-in at SummerSlam, according to Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer. Bully Ray highlighted how Rollins and his wife, Becky Lynch, appear to be doing well, which made the video of Rollins wearing knee braces seem credible. Ray also referenced an interview with former Shield members that touched on Rollins’ knee issues. WWE Hall of Famer Ray anticipates this storyline could build to a dramatic cash-in moment at MetLife Stadium, reminiscent of the famous WrestleMania 31 “Heist of the Century.”
Rollins recently secured the Money in the Bank briefcase and has been working alongside Paul Heyman to form a new stable. Having become the first World Heavyweight Champion two years ago, Rollins looks poised to make a strong comeback and possibly reclaim the title, continuing his ongoing rivalry with CM Punk.
Fan Take: This news is significant for WWE fans because it hints at a potentially thrilling storyline that could elevate SummerSlam to new heights with a surprise cash-in and title change. Rollins’ injury angle, whether real or scripted, adds suspense and anticipation, which are key elements in creating memorable wrestling moments and keeping the sport engaging.
