The O2 Arena in London, England, is buzzing with anticipation as it gears up to host the WWE Money in the Bank 2023 tonight. This will be the first marquee live event to grace British soil in over two decades. As it stands, the event's itinerary comprises seven adrenaline-pumping matches, each promising an unforgettable spectacle.
The event, scheduled for an early U.S. start time of 3 p.m. EST, promises to be a magnet for local and international wrestling enthusiasts. Reviving an annual tradition, the Money in the Bank ladder matches are in the spotlight.
The contest showcases a lineup of six formidable women and seven men, each athlete eyeing the prestigious title. The women's contingent comprises Zelina Vega, Becky Lynch, Bayley, IYO SKY, Zoey Stark, and WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus.
In the men's division, Logan Paul, Santos Escobar, LA Knight, Butch, Damian Priest, Ricochet, and Shinsuke Nakamura will vie for a coveted shot at their first WWE world title.
World Heavyweight Championship Showdown
The spotlight will shine exceptionally bright on the World Heavyweight Championship match in London.
The reigning champion, Seth Rollins, is set to defend his new title against challenger Finn Balor. Balor seeks redemption from his 2016 Universal title reign, which was tragically cut short. In another beautiful encounter, Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa will face The Usos in the riveting "Bloodline Civil War." The backdrop to this clash is the recent betrayal of Jimmy and Jey against their "Tribal Chief." Championship matches continue to feature prominently on the evening's agenda.
Matt Riddle will strive to conclude GUNTHER'S year-long reign as Intercontinental Champion. Ronda Rousey and Shayna Baszler, the newly unified WWE Women's Tag Team Championship holders, will defend their title against Raquel Rodriguez and a recently returned Liv Morgan.
Finally, the event's concluding spectacle will feature Cody Rhodes squaring off against Dominik Mysterio in their first-ever one-on-one clash. This encounter, reportedly set to be the main event, adds another layer of excitement to an already thrilling card, promising a memorable conclusion to an evening of spectacular wrestling.