10 Best WWE Matches Of 2019
10 WWE bangers from 2019
6. Adam Cole vs. Daniel Bryan - November 1 episode of SmackDown
We’re not counting any matches from NXT, as it still felt like a separate property in 2019, but NXT matches that happened on main roster shows? They’re completely fair game.
As most of WWE’s roster was stuck in Saudi Arabia after Crown Jewel due to international relations issues, Triple H took the opportunity to show off his collection of talents by booking a black and gold invasion on the November 11 edition SmackDown.
Because Vince was dealing with the Saudi problem, Trips decided to book a dream match while he could, pitting NXT Champion Adam Cole against challenger Daniel Bryan in a 20-minute clash.
This was everything you’d expect from two ex-Ring of Honor world champions; crisp, clean action; realistic selling; sensational drama; all from a contest that only had a couple of hours’ worth of build.
Even Triple H wasn’t mad enough to give Bryan the belt, but a predictable result did nothing to harm this delightful surprise treat, which helped set in motion NXT’s addition to Survivor Series later in the month.
