Randy Orton and Sheamus Defeats Dolph Ziggler and Alberto Del Rio
What I Liked:
An entertaining tag team match is what we got here. Let's talk about the action in the ring first. The faces get the better of the heels in the beginning, with Orton hitting a great suplex onto Dolph to take him the outside. Ziggler got the better of Orton for a while, with his cocky headlock on the mat. Ziggler continues to be reliable in any aspect of a match. I liked how they gave Ziggler the offense here, as he always seems to be the guy who puts over everyone else. Del Rio would come in and slow things down, focusing more on grappling and old school wrestling. At the end of the match, Ziggler would get a backbreaker from Orton, followed by a Brogue Kick from Sheamus. Sheamus picks up the victory for his team.
What I Disliked:
Even though both feuds stay in tact, why do the faces have to always win? Can you not let the heels pick up a cheap victory and get the better of the two popular guys? This has been the story all night long. Other than that, I liked this segment. I personally think these four should get into a Fatal Four Way at Night of Champions instead of a one-on-one match.
Grade: A-
Zack Ryder Defeats David Otunga
What I Liked:
A random match, but I did enjoy it. These were two guys in a pretty important storyline heading into Wrestlemania. After some events occurring, they come back and get a fight on Raw. Ryder picks up the victory after hitting the Rough Ryder. I feel like David Otunga is improving slowly but surely. He still has this excellent look, and Ryder continues to be a fan favorite. Otunga has a strong offense, focusing on upper body striking and a more physical approach.
What I Disliked:
Kane comes out and attacks David Otunga. His anger management seemed to help him, kind of. What was the point of Kane coming out here? I really do not want to see him face Ryder again because it isn't believable. You cannot simply believe that Zack Ryder can defeat Kane in a match.
Grade: B-
