CM Punk's second consecutive Money In The Bank victory would prove to be just another imaginary brass ring he spoke of with such disdain in 2011, but it did at least draw the required gentle disdain thanks to one breakout 'Grandest Stage' display and one returning WrestleMania icon.
Before he was rocking Royal Rumbles, Kofi Kingston boy-popped in pursuit of the briefcase, and his physical gifts were extremely well-received by the massive Houston crowd. But it was Christian that held their collective hearts.
'Captain Charisma' had left an indelible Ladder Match legacy on the 'Show Of Shows', and the long memories of the fans in attendance were serviced by his every near-miss. 'The Straight Edge Superstar' was not their guy on this night, but he'd make good on the boos by the time he actually used the golden ticket.
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