Seth Rollins stole the show at SummerSlam this weekend by making a surprise return to successfully cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase at the expense of CM Punk. Rollins was able to become the new World Heavyweight Champion, and while a lot of attention was placed on Rollins screwing over his long-term rival, it also highlighted the quality of the Money in the Bank gimmick. Although it has been around for a long time at this stage, Rollins’ surprise cash-in showcased that there is still a lot of potential in this concept when executed correctly.
Seth Rollins’ Cash-in Proved There Can Still Be Unique Ideas
- He genuinely fooled fans with his injury angle.
- Rollins and Becky Lynch played into it on social media.
- The injury tease added a fresh layer to the Money in the Bank concept.
One of the major complaints from fans about the Money in the Bank concept has been that it has started to feel a little stale in terms of the cash-ins. There are only so many times that people want to see a wrestler just pop up when the champion has been beaten up, as there’s no real originality behind it.
However, with the Rollins cash-in, that wasn’t the case. WWE’s decision to pretend that Rollins was legitimately injured, going so far as to take him off television while he walked around on crutches in public, helped push the idea that it was real. It meant that fans were genuinely shocked when the moment occurred, as they hadn’t seen it coming.
It felt like a throwback to the original Money in the Bank moments, when people didn’t fully understand what was to come with the concept. It allowed it to be one of the best modern-day cash-ins, and it proved that WWE can still create unique ideas surrounding this gimmick, which isn’t an easy feat to accomplish after 20 years.
Triple H Is Reportedly Not A Fan Of The Money In The Bank
- He’s not a fan of the briefcase as a prop.
- Triple H never won the Money in the Bank, nor was he cashed-in on as a champion.
- He still hasn’t scrapped the concept as the 2026 event is set.
One of the reasons why fans have started to turn against the Money in the Bank concept is due to reports that Triple H isn’t a fan of the concept. He doesn’t like the idea of it as a prop, and that was clear by the fact that Triple H avoided it throughout his entire in-ring career, but he has kept it around for now.
People wondered if he’d eventually get rid of the gimmick if it wasn’t something he enjoyed, but the creative effort that went into Seth Rollins’ showcases that he’s still willing to put effort and energy into the concept. Given the massive reaction this moment created, it’s likely that Triple H will see the benefits it can provide.
Triple H is all about creating moments and getting emotional responses from fans, and seeing Rollins reveal that he wasn’t hurt certainly evoked a few of those. If he’s able to continue pushing the creative boundaries for the briefcase, then this two-decade-old concept might have more unforgettable moments to offer the business.
The Money In The Bank Concept Can Still Benefit Storylines
- The cash-in added more heat to the Seth Rollins and CM Punk feud.
- Naomi’s cash-in also helped her individual storylines.
- Rollins’ cash-in was personal, making it mean more to fans.
The Money in the Bank concept itself has always been an exciting one as it provided something different from the usual storylines revolving around the World titles. It’s a tool that can be extremely useful in switching up a storyline, and that was proven at SummerSlam, as having Rollins screw CM Punk instantly took their rivalry to new heights.
Fans have loved every second of the storyline between Punk and Rollins, which has been intense from the start. But they managed to take things to the next level by having Rollins cash in his briefcase at this exact moment. The timing and reactions from everyone involved were perfect, and that’s something that has breathed new life into their feud and will allow it to continue for a few more months, showcasing the impact of Money in the Bank.
It is far more than just a one-off pop when it’s done properly. If there’s a storyline around, and emotions built into the genuine surprise of the cash in, then everything comes together to create a historic moment that is then able to benefit the televised product. Rollins’ cash-in did exactly that, and may have just saved the Money in the Bank in the process.
