WWE Money in the Bank 2024 – Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton & Kevin Owens vs. The Bloodline
🎯 Match Overview
- Event: Money in the Bank 2024
- Date: July 6, 2024
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Canada
- Match Type: Intercontinental Championship – Singles Match
- Result: Sami Zayn defeated Bron Breakker to retain the IC Title
In front of his home country crowd in Toronto, Sami Zayn defended the Intercontinental Championship against the powerful challenger Bron Breakker. The match delivered a dynamic clash of styles: Zayn’s resilience and technique versus Breakker’s explosive power. Despite relentless offense from Breakker, Zayn survived and pulled off a dramatic victory with his signature Helluva Kick, earning a deafening ovation from the crowd.
🌟 Competitors
Sami Zayn
- Hometown hero from Montreal, Canada and 4-time Intercontinental Champion.
- Known as the “Ultimate Underdog,” Zayn defeated Gunther at WrestleMania 40 Night 1, ending Gunther’s historic reign.
- A veteran known for his in-ring intelligence and strong crowd connection.
Bron Breakker
- Rising star and second-generation wrestler, son of Rick Steiner and nephew of Scott Steiner.
- Former 2-time NXT Champion who recently joined Raw.
- Portrayed as a dominant heel monster, combining athleticism with brute force.
- Undefeated since moving to Raw, Breakker quickly became a feared competitor.
📖 Match Build-Up
After Zayn’s emotional title win over Gunther, he defended against his former trainer turned rival Chad Gable. Following a grueling feud, Zayn emerged victorious but physically and mentally drained.
Meanwhile, Breakker was furious at being left out of the King of the Ring 2024 tournament. His frustration led to a path of destruction on Raw, including brutal attacks on superstars like Ricochet. Targeting Zayn, he demanded a title match, which the champion accepted as part of his “fighting champion” mentality.
The bout was officially set for Money in the Bank 2024. While Breakker declared his intent to bring honor to the Steiner name, Zayn vowed to rise again, no matter how many times he’s knocked down. Despite limited promos, the rivalry built intense anticipation.
▶️ Match Video
📊 Match Ratings
| Category | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Match Quality | ★★★★☆ | Fast-paced and intense with great chemistry between styles. |
| Crowd Reaction | ★★★★★ | Thunderous home support for Zayn elevated the drama. |
| Storytelling | ★★★★☆ | Clear narrative of endurance vs. brute force, with great emotional payoff. |
| Surprise Factor | ★★★★☆ | Zayn’s win defied predictions favoring Breakker’s rise. |
📝 Final Thoughts
This match captured a moment of pride for Canada’s own Sami Zayn, who overcame a ferocious opponent in Bron Breakker. While Zayn proved once again that heart and experience can prevail, Breakker impressed the world with his strength and agility.
Though he lost, Breakker’s performance was hailed as a coming-of-age showing. His Frankensteiner reversal and ability to sell Zayn’s finisher demonstrated his growing skill set. Critics praised him as a future world champion.
The feud didn’t end there. At SummerSlam 2024, Breakker scored revenge by defeating Zayn to win his first main roster title. A final rubber match followed on Raw, where Breakker retained, concluding a memorable trilogy.
Ultimately, this match marked a generational clash — Zayn’s resilience versus Breakker’s rise. It not only added prestige to the Intercontinental Title but also signaled Breakker’s official arrival as a top-tier talent.
Sources: WWE official preview and results, Wrestling Observer (Dave Meltzer ★★★¾), USA Today review, Bleacher Report, UpThrust, Cageside Seats
