WWE SmackDown Live Results: Highlights, Analysis, and Grades for February 7
By Grant Mannis
John Cena vs Randy Orton
Result: John Cena wins via pinfall
Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
For the first time in the history of SmackDown Live, John Cena and Randy Orton competed in a one on one match. These two have fought each other around the world and have put on some amazing contests in the past, so everyone expected a solid encounter. We got just that and some, and this match was certainly worthy of the main event slot. Throughout the match the two veterans showcased their familiarity with one another, providing back and forth exchanges and constant shifting of control. At one point in the match, Orton appeared to have it won with the RKO, but the resilient champion managed to kick out at two.
Rightfully frustrated, Orton decided to attempt another finisher. This time Cena would counter and the two would try and take control of the situation, which led to the referee getting hit by accident. Bray Wyatt would use this chance to aid his teammate Orton, and it seemed as though the double team was going to pay off. Then all of a sudden Luke Harper made his presence felt, and he went on to level Wyatt and threw him out of the ring. That left Orton alone with the two men, and after countering the RKO, Harper allowed Cena to hit the AA. A fully recovered referee made the count, and Cena managed to score a big win heading into this Sunday. The show closed with the Champ holding the title and standing tall.
Next: WWE Raw Review, February 6
Another week, another solid episode of SmackDown Live. I cannot wait to see Elimination Chamber, and I think the Blue Brand has the ability to produce a very special event.