Ranking The 28 Greatest Hell In A Cell Matches In WWE History
17. Randy Orton Vs. Sheamus (Hell In A Cell 2010)
The PG versions of Hell in a Cell have featured one particular wrestler more than any other: Randy Orton. His sadistic character and methodical style seemed a good fit for the gimmicks transition from one era to the next. Reviews have been mixed as to how effectively he has pulled off the switch from a blood and guts-laden brawl to less organic, forced, decidedly less violent matches, perhaps best exemplified by his work with Sheamus in 2010. Blood would certainly look fascinating on the pasty white skin of the Celtic Warrior, would it not? In much the same way that it worked so aesthetically well in Ric Flairs blonde hair, crimson would massively accentuate any personal story that Sheamus tried to tell. Alas, blood is not allowed. To some critics, Sheamus sold them on his ability to be a top WWE star in his Hell in a Cell match with Orton. To others, it was just another PG Cell match. Orton and Sheamus are both very good at the little quirks and psychological ploys that can be used to better the drama in a modern match. The Celtic Warrior works a stiff style that meshes well with Ortons. They had to heavily rely on the details to make their Cell match standout. Only its mixed critical reviews prevented it from being higher up the list.
"The Doc" Chad Matthews has written wrestling columns for over a decade. A physician by trade, Matthews began writing about wrestling as a hobby, but it became a passion. After 30 years as a wrestling fan, "The Doc" gives an unmatched analytical perspective on pro wrestling in the modern era. He is a long-time columnist for Lordsofpain.net and hosts a weekly podcast on the LOP Radio Network called "The Doc Says." His first book - The WrestleMania Era: The Book of Sports Entertainment - ranks the Top 90 wrestlers from 1983 to present day, was originally published in December 2013, and is now in its third edition.
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