Best And Worst WWE Title Reigns Of 2017 (So Far)

3. The Hardy Boyz (WWE Raw Tag Team Champions)

During WrestleMania season, WWE frivolously disregard long-term plans in the name of creating iconic moments. The Hardy Boyz created one such moment in their surprise return in the Raw Tag Team Championship ladder match. Winning the titles emphasised the feel-good nature of the return, but there was no certainty that WWE would actually have solid plans for the brothers as champions.

Fortunately, The Hardys have kept the buzz surrounding their return alive by engaging with Raw's strong tag division. Cesaro and Sheamus specifically have proved to be ideal in-ring adversaries for Matt and Jeff.

An added element of spice to this title reign is the covert referencing to The Hardys exploits outside of WWE. Matt especially had taken the independent wrestling world by storm with his 'Broken' gimmick, with many fans eagerly awaiting Matt's re-breaking.

The 'Expedition of Gold' that saw the brothers travel the world in conquest of tag team championships means that whether WWE like it or not, their Raw Tag Team Championship reign is part of a story that traverses TNA, ROH, the independents, and now WWE. The Hardys have therefore created a storyline that is the first of its kind. That's certainly one way to elevate the belts around your waist.