Rivalries & Legendary Matches in 2021
The second half of 2021 was defined by championship reigns, shocking betrayals, and unforgettable rivalries. From July to December, WWE delivered some of the most intense battles that shaped the future of the company. Let’s dive into the key matches and rivalries that made this period unforgettable—without giving away the results.
📅 July – The Road to SummerSlam 🏆
🔥 Key Matches:
- Roman Reigns vs. Edge (Universal Championship)
- Bobby Lashley vs. Kofi Kingston (WWE Championship)
- Charlotte Flair vs. Rhea Ripley (RAW Women’s Championship)
🎭 Highlights & Rivalries:
Edge returned to once again confront Roman Reigns, continuing their storied tension from earlier in the year.
Kofi Kingston stepped up to challenge the powerhouse Bobby Lashley, putting heart against sheer dominance.
Meanwhile, Charlotte Flair and Rhea Ripley renewed their fierce rivalry, with championship gold on the line.
📅 August – SummerSlam: Biggest Party of the Summer 🎉
🔥 Key Matches:
- Roman Reigns vs. John Cena (Universal Championship)
- Bobby Lashley vs. Goldberg (WWE Championship)
- Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair (SmackDown Women’s Championship)
🎭 Highlights & Rivalries:
The return of John Cena set the stage for a massive clash with Roman Reigns, as generations collided.
Becky Lynch made a shocking reappearance, sparking controversy and setting up a heated rivalry with Bianca Belair.
Tensions escalated between Lashley and Goldberg, with family and legacy driving the stakes even higher.
📅 September – Extreme Rules: No Limits 🔥
🔥 Key Matches:
- Roman Reigns vs. Finn Bálor (Demon) (Universal Championship)
- Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair (SmackDown Women’s Championship)
- The Usos vs. The Street Profits (SmackDown Tag Team Championship)
🎭 Highlights & Rivalries:
Finn Bálor unleashed his Demon persona to face Roman Reigns, creating a haunting atmosphere around the championship scene.
The unresolved tension between Becky and Bianca pushed their rivalry to a new level of intensity.
In the tag division, The Usos and The Street Profits continued to raise the bar with high-octane battles.
📅 October – Crown Jewel & Hell in a Cell 🏰
🔥 Key Matches:
- Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar (Universal Championship)
- Seth Rollins vs. Edge (Hell in a Cell)
- Big E vs. Drew McIntyre (WWE Championship)
🎭 Highlights & Rivalries:
Roman Reigns found himself once again face-to-face with Brock Lesnar, with Paul Heyman’s allegiance hanging in the balance.
The bitter feud between Edge and Seth Rollins culminated in a brutal Hell in a Cell encounter, settling their score—for now.
Big E, now holding championship gold, faced a strong challenge from Drew McIntyre, eager to prove his mettle.
📅 November – Survivor Series: Champion vs. Champion ⚔️
🔥 Key Matches:
- Roman Reigns vs. Big E (Champion vs. Champion)
- Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte Flair
- Men’s & Women’s Survivor Series Elimination Matches
🎭 Highlights & Rivalries:
The battle between champions—Roman Reigns and Big E—became a defining moment for both brands.
The personal animosity between Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair erupted in a match fueled by history and pride.
Meanwhile, the traditional Survivor Series matches showcased teamwork, betrayal, and unexpected breakouts.
📅 December – The Final Chapter of 2021 🎇
🔥 Key Matches:
- Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar (Universal Championship)
- Becky Lynch vs. Liv Morgan (RAW Women’s Championship)
- RK-Bro vs. The Usos (Tag Team Championship)
🎭 Highlights & Rivalries:
Brock Lesnar returned with unfinished business, reigniting tensions with Roman Reigns in a blockbuster rematch.
Liv Morgan stepped into the spotlight, challenging Becky Lynch in a storyline that echoed the classic underdog tale.
The tag team scene heated up as RK-Bro and The Usos collided in a high-profile showdown.
🔥 2021 Summary – The Second Half in Review
The latter half of 2021 saw dominant champions, shocking returns, and unforgettable rivalries.
- Roman Reigns’ continued grip on the Universal Title 👑
- Becky Lynch’s polarizing comeback and title storylines 🏆
- Edge vs. Seth Rollins settling their war inside Hell in a Cell ⚔️
- Big E’s emergence as a top-tier champion 🌟
As WWE entered 2022, the question remained: Who would finally rise to change the balance of power?
