The main event of WWE Extreme Rules 2017 delivered an unforgettable spectacle as five of WWE’s top Superstars clashed in an intense Fatal 5-Way Match to determine the #1 contender for Brock Lesnar’s Universal Championship. The competitors—Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Finn Bálor, Bray Wyatt, and Samoa Joe—brought their unique styles and rivalries into a chaotic, high-stakes battle.
The bell rang, and chaos ensued immediately. Alliances were fleeting, as Bray Wyatt and Samoa Joe briefly teamed up to overpower the others. They focused their assault on Finn Bálor, sending him crashing into the barricade before turning their attention to Seth Rollins. Meanwhile, Roman Reigns displayed his powerhouse dominance, taking both Wyatt and Joe out with a thunderous double clothesline.
The action quickly spilled out of the ring, with the Extreme Rules stipulation allowing the use of weapons. Steel chairs, kendo sticks, and the announce tables became critical components in this war. A standout moment came when Rollins delivered a breathtaking frog splash off the top rope onto Wyatt, driving him through the announce table.
As the match progressed, each competitor had their moment to shine. Finn Bálor electrified the crowd with his athleticism, hitting a Coup de Grâce on Reigns that nearly secured the victory. Wyatt unleashed his sinister mind games, planting Rollins with Sister Abigail. Samoa Joe demonstrated his brute force, using his Coquina Clutch to nearly choke out Bálor before Reigns broke the hold with a Superman Punch.
The turning point came in the final minutes of the match. Rollins attempted a Phoenix Splash on Reigns but missed, leading to a devastating Spear from the Big Dog. However, before Reigns could capitalize, Samoa Joe seized the moment. He locked in the Coquina Clutch on Bálor, who had re-entered the fray. Despite Bálor’s desperate struggle, he was forced to pass out, giving Joe the monumental victory.
Samoa Joe stood tall, solidifying his status as a legitimate threat to Brock Lesnar’s Universal Championship. The match was a thrilling showcase of storytelling, athleticism, and unpredictability, earning its place as one of the most memorable main events of 2017.
