Best: Seth Rollins v Dean Ambrose (Money in the Bank 2015)
When Seth Rollins captured the WWE Championship, the wrestling world was waiting for Dean Ambrose to get his shot. The Lunatic Fringe was rabid in his quest for revenge on his former stablemate, and it wasn’t too long before he got his chance. Several matches were contested between Rollins and Ambrose, but the apex of their program was one of the best ladder matches in WWE history.
Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose’s ladder match at Money in the Bank was nothing short of spectacular. It had all the trimmings that fans had come to expect from a match of this magnitude.
The wrestling was fantastic and included many incredible spots. What took it from good to great was the months of animosity that were built between the two men. Everything about the match had a purpose, and the fans felt that emotion. It was a perfect ladder match with an expertly delivered finish.
Worst: Sheamus v Roman Reigns (TLC 2015)
Sheamus and Roman Reigns’ mini-program to end 2015 wasn’t well received. The audience had issues with Sheamus being a top guy, as he was there primarily to get Roman Reigns over. Sheamus was an extension of the office, and no one was buying the angle that WWE wasn’t trying to push forward.
When this TLC main event was booked, there wasn’t any excitement. Even a TLC stipulation couldn’t save this match from producing much excitement. That isn’t to say there was a lack of effort, but it wasn’t a match that clicked on any level. The audience’s malaise with Roman Reigns didn’t help this match secure any fond memories.
