Bray Wyatt always had a problem commanding respect from audiences when in there against somebody with demonstrably more star power, but he deserved more than he received from The Undertaker at WrestleMania 31.
It was only half the match it could have been already, thanks to virtual silence from 'The Deadman' in the 12 months since his undefeated streak melted away through his own concussed gaze. Wyatt admirably attempted to build it by himself as optimistic fans frothed themselves into a frenzy over the prospect of a broken 'Phenom' passing the torch to Bray, too.
Or a protracted 15 minute squash in the sunshine. Whatever.
Undertaker no-sold not just weeks of aggro but most of his moveset too. The Bay Area's light night didn't suit either of the darkness dwellers, but even low evening glow couldn't have hidden the hugely unsatisfying horrors.
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