8 Greatest Double Turns In Wrestling
2. Dolph Ziggler Vs. Alberto Del Rio
In
2013, Dolph Ziggler was seen as the future of WWE. He had the look the ladies
love, the athleticism of Shawn Michaels, and the passion fans across the world
could connect with. When he cashed in on Alberto Del Rio the night after
WrestleMania XXIX, the WWE Universe exploded in adulation as a talented performer
had finally risen to the top.
Unfortunately,
his momentum was halted due to a concussion. He wouldn’t be able to compete
until five weeks later at Payback in a return match with Del Rio.
Heading
into the match, Del Rio was a face and Ziggler was the heel. However, with
every kick to Ziggler’s head, the crowd felt more and more sympathy for the
champion. By simply targeting his opponent’s weakness, Del Rio was earning heat
in rapid fashion. Ziggler refused medical attention, vowing to fight on. A
shark smelling blood, Del Rio welcomed the effort before finally defeating him for
the title. Thanks to Ziggler’s perfect selling and Del Rio’s natural intensity,
both characters switched roles and rejuvenated each other’s careers.