Few can accurately claim they knew Alberto Del Rio was going to show up in the opening match at Hell In A Cell. By virtue of the fact John Cena was out first, maybe it was clear something big was going to happen. That in mind, the Mexican was not someone a lot of people had on their lists. Samoa Joe was touted as one name, Dolph Ziggler even as another. It was a little curious to see Zeb Colter introduce Del Rio, but it'll be interesting to see if that association sticks around going forward. Alberto Del Rio can talk for himself, so maybe doesn't necessarily need a manager. There's something nifty about having Colter around though, because he's a grizzled veteran who understands his role and purpose to a tee. Winning the WWE United States Title, Del Rio's road to redemption in WWE had come full circle. In 2014, he was released after slapping a backstage worker amidst racism allegations. Now, he's a champion in the company again. WWE had been talking about the need for a big Latino star, now they have their wish. This was an excellent surprise with which to open up the Pay-Per-View.
Lifelong wrestling, video game, music and sports obsessive who has been writing about his passions since childhood. Jamie started writing for WhatCulture in 2013, and has contributed thousands of articles and YouTube videos since then. He cut his teeth penning published pieces for top UK and European wrestling read Fighting Spirit Magazine (FSM), and also has extensive experience working within the wrestling biz as a manager and commentator for promotions like ICW on WWE Network and WCPW/Defiant since 2010. Further, Jamie also hosted the old Ministry Of Slam podcast, and has interviewed everyone from Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels to Bret Hart and Trish Stratus.
