Rusev
Match at SummerSlam
Dolph Ziggler
Accomplishments:
1x United States Champion (2014-2015, 146 Days)
Character:
When Rusev was introduced in the WWE, he was a stereotypical Soviet character. Silent. Stoic. Efficient. Recently, however, he has been in a romance storyline that has pushed him into more of a comedy role…and he has transitioned brilliantly. His mic work has improved markedly and his in-ring style and skills are beyond dispute.
Outlook:
Rusev has been eating a lot of pins lately, but he has been booked strong consistently. Depending on what happens with the titles at SummerSlam, an Intercontinental or a second United States title run isn’t out of the question.
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