WWE Crown Jewel 2021: 35 Things You Probably Missed

24. Edge’s Back

Edge Blood Back
WWE

So did this.

Today's wrestling fan has been largely desensitised to blood. So, because of that, it's rather shocking to see "hard way" claret in today's product. Edge had severe scratches on his back that started bleeding following that chain-assisted boot from Rollins. Or, at least, that's when the blood became visible.

Look closely and you may also spot some wood splinters all over his shoulder blades too. They must've been agonising for the man anytime he took another flat back bump during the match.

23. “Fuuuuu*k!”

Seth Rollins Edge
WWE

Hell In A Cell matches need three things. Firstly, lots of violence. Second, the threat of blood to stir the senses and sell the threat of the structure itself. Thirdly, a right good shot to the nuts that cuts a heel's heat short and helps the babyface roar back into things.

This was the latter.

Edge planted a steel chair right in Seth's spuds. That caused the villain to reel back and visibly mouth, "Oh f*ck" on camera. Let's hope Mr. Rollins was wearing a protective cup here. If not, then there's a chance that outburst was 100% real.

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