World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton vs. Mark Henry
In a showdown that promises to produce nothing short of pure
bedlam in Buffalo, World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton
will attempt to slam
the doors shut on Mark Henry’s “Hall of Pain,” in an epic World Title Match at
Night of Champions.
For months, the enraged Mark Henry has been busy, filling his “Hall of Pain” with victims that include Kane, Big Show, Sheamus and any other unfortunate soul that has gotten in his way. However, since becoming the No. 1 contender to the World Heavyweight Title – in a 20-Man Battle Royal on SmackDown (WATCH) – The World's Strongest Man has become even more vicious, relentless and focused in his brutal path of destruction. This was painfully evident during a live SuperSmackDown, when Henry delivered an excruciating assault on Randy Orton, just moments after WWE’s Apex Predator had overcome Christian in a grueling Steel Cage World Title Match (WATCH). Ten days later, he repeated his onslaught, informing Orton that the only reason he didn’t permanently damage him was that he was coming for his World Championship. This raised huge questions as whether there is anyone or anything that can realistically stop such an uncontrollable force of nature.
On the other hand, according to Randy Orton, the solution to stopping Henry’s devastation in its tracks is a simple one: RKO. And if a blockage to the massive aggressor’s behavior is needed, there is simply no one better to carry it out. After all, The Viper did not become The Viper by accident. He is dangerous, frighteningly cunning and capable of striking without warning. Since coming to SmackDown, not only has he captured the World Title, but he has bested a sea of high-profile Superstars that include Christian, Intercontinental Champion Cody Rhodes, Sheamus, The Great Khali and Ted DiBiase. Over the course of his career, he has stood toe-to-toe with the best in the business from The Undertaker to Edge to John Cena to Triple H.
However, despite the incredible list of credits to Orton’s name, there is no denying that the rage and experience of his latest challenger – festering for 15 years – has finally unleashed itself on WWE. And with such unpredictable rage against him, there is no telling how their match-up will end.
Find of who will emerge from the destruction with the World Heavyweight Championship. Don’t miss Night of Champions, Sunday, September 18 at 8/7 CT, only on pay-per-view. Order now.
Divas Champion Kelly Kelly vs. Beth Phoenix
For months, the enraged Mark Henry has been busy, filling his “Hall of Pain” with victims that include Kane, Big Show, Sheamus and any other unfortunate soul that has gotten in his way. However, since becoming the No. 1 contender to the World Heavyweight Title – in a 20-Man Battle Royal on SmackDown (WATCH) – The World's Strongest Man has become even more vicious, relentless and focused in his brutal path of destruction. This was painfully evident during a live SuperSmackDown, when Henry delivered an excruciating assault on Randy Orton, just moments after WWE’s Apex Predator had overcome Christian in a grueling Steel Cage World Title Match (WATCH). Ten days later, he repeated his onslaught, informing Orton that the only reason he didn’t permanently damage him was that he was coming for his World Championship. This raised huge questions as whether there is anyone or anything that can realistically stop such an uncontrollable force of nature.
On the other hand, according to Randy Orton, the solution to stopping Henry’s devastation in its tracks is a simple one: RKO. And if a blockage to the massive aggressor’s behavior is needed, there is simply no one better to carry it out. After all, The Viper did not become The Viper by accident. He is dangerous, frighteningly cunning and capable of striking without warning. Since coming to SmackDown, not only has he captured the World Title, but he has bested a sea of high-profile Superstars that include Christian, Intercontinental Champion Cody Rhodes, Sheamus, The Great Khali and Ted DiBiase. Over the course of his career, he has stood toe-to-toe with the best in the business from The Undertaker to Edge to John Cena to Triple H.
However, despite the incredible list of credits to Orton’s name, there is no denying that the rage and experience of his latest challenger – festering for 15 years – has finally unleashed itself on WWE. And with such unpredictable rage against him, there is no telling how their match-up will end.
Find of who will emerge from the destruction with the World Heavyweight Championship. Don’t miss Night of Champions, Sunday, September 18 at 8/7 CT, only on pay-per-view. Order now.
Divas Champion Kelly Kelly vs. Beth Phoenix
“Your days as the cute, perky blond bimbo are over.” – Beth Phoenix , to Divas Champion Kelly Kelly on August 1,
2011.
With those words, The Glamazon had drawn a line in the sand – she was determined to change the very face of the Divas division. At SummerSlam two weeks later, though, she failed in her quest, coming up short in her title match against KellyKelly . At Night of Champions, however, Phoenix will once again
have an opportunity to usher in a new era. For Kelly Kelly, a victory at the
prestigious pay-per-view would go a long way in vindicating her as champion and
proving yet again that she’s much more than just a pretty face.
The controversy in the Divas division was brought to stark relief when WWE.com published an article questioning whether or not the Divas division needed “saving.” While the story credited all Divas for their impressive work ethic, its insights clearly rankled some, who felt Beth and her “Divas of Doom” partner, Natalya, were being singled out for preferential treatment.
The dustup shone a long overdue spotlight on a division rich in legendary names such as WWE Hall of Famers Fabulous Moolah and Wendi Richter, as well as the incomparable Trish Stratus. The tension between Kelly Kelly and Phoenix demonstrates just how passionately these women feel about maintaining that historic legacy. Will The Glamazon forge a new era in the Divas division in her hometown of Buffalo, N.Y.? Or will Kelly Kelly finally silence her critics once and for all, convincing the WWE Universe that she’s truly earned the right to be Divas Champion?
With those words, The Glamazon had drawn a line in the sand – she was determined to change the very face of the Divas division. At SummerSlam two weeks later, though, she failed in her quest, coming up short in her title match against Kelly
The controversy in the Divas division was brought to stark relief when WWE.com published an article questioning whether or not the Divas division needed “saving.” While the story credited all Divas for their impressive work ethic, its insights clearly rankled some, who felt Beth and her “Divas of Doom” partner, Natalya, were being singled out for preferential treatment.
The dustup shone a long overdue spotlight on a division rich in legendary names such as WWE Hall of Famers Fabulous Moolah and Wendi Richter, as well as the incomparable Trish Stratus. The tension between Kelly Kelly and Phoenix demonstrates just how passionately these women feel about maintaining that historic legacy. Will The Glamazon forge a new era in the Divas division in her hometown of Buffalo, N.Y.? Or will Kelly Kelly finally silence her critics once and for all, convincing the WWE Universe that she’s truly earned the right to be Divas Champion?
