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5. Sasha Banks Beats Dana Brooke Then Reveals Stipulation For SummerSlam

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To capitalise on the intrigue of what the stipulation may be, it'd be best for Sasha Banks vs. Dana Brooke to take place quickly after Mick Foley's announcement. His favourable view of Banks can even be picked up later by Stephanie McMahon, citing it as unprofessional and not something she wants from her General Manager.

As for the match, it desperately needs to be a competitive one rife with the threat of outside interference from Charlotte. Banks can't topple Brooke easily, otherwise her announcement following the bout won't come across as weighty or impactful. There needs to be that ominous presence around the ring, making it look like Sasha is up against it.

After she eventually repels Charlotte's interference and beats Dana, Banks is all business. Charlotte taunts her over what stipulation she might pick, but 'The Boss' opts for an 'Iron Woman Match' at SummerSlam.

It looks like the pay-per-view card is going to be a busy one, so this could help pin down the WWE Women's Title scrap as meaningful. Between 20-30 minutes would suffice.

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