Randy Orton vs. Rusev - WWE Hell in a Cell 2017 Match Results and Analysis
The second match of the night took place between The Viper, Randy Orton and The Bulgarian Brute, Rusev. Orton went for a headlock immediately as the match began but was knocked down by Rusev. Rusev went in for a kick but Orton countered it with eased and tried for an RKO. Rusev moved out of the way, escaping the ring.
Rusev caught Orton with a few kicks before he was taken to the mat. Orton prevented Rusev from throwing him outside the ring by holding onto the ropes. Rusev reversed a second RKO and threw Orton into a corner. Rusev followed up with a power slam and a huge kick to the neck of the Viper. Orton kicked out at two, however, and managed to dodge an Accolade before Rusev landed a huge kick to his face. Rusev headed up to the second rope to attempt a splash but was evaded by the Viper.
Orton brought Rusev back into the ring and landed a DDT on the Bulgarian. Rusev made a surprising comeback as he immediately got up and went for the Accolade but missed. Orton finally landed the RKO and got a pinfall.
Result: Randy Orton def. Rusev
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