An unfortunate streak of Randy Orton’s may finally come to an end at WWE’s first PLE in Germany if the Legend Killer has his way this month. At WWE Bash In Berlin, Orton will challenge World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER in the Austrian’s first title defense since winning the gold at SummerSlam.

Should Orton win, he’ll do much more than capture a WWE World Championship (his 15th in total.) A victory will also see Orton win his first singles match at a WWE PLE in 40 months. Orton’s last taste of singles gold saw him defeat ‘The Fiend’ Bray Wyatt in the opening contest of WrestleMania 37: Sunday in April 2021. That match proved to be Wyatt’s last match before his controversial WWE release that same year, and his penultimate match on WWE programming before passing away in August 2023.

GUNTHER Vs. Randy Orton

The Austrian and the Viper have met once before in singles competition at a WWE PLE, that being at WWE King And Queen of the Ring earlier this year. GUNTHER would defeat Orton in controversial fashion as the veteran’s shoulders were off the mat during the decisive pinfall, though this was not spotted by the referee.

The controversy stemming from the result saw Triple H confirm that the result was final, though he believed that Orton deserved a rematch. This controversial win would earn GUNTHER his title match at SummerSlam which also saw controversy thanks to the involvement of Finn Balor.

GUNTHER and Orton came face-to-face on last week’s RAW, and the Legend Killer has been confirmed for tonight’s show. Stay tuned to SE Scoops for all the latest on their feud and all the happenings from tonight’s RAW from Austin Texas.

Cody Rhodes will be one busy individual for the month of August as he continues to represent WWE as the Undisputed WWE Champion. Fresh off a successful title defense at SummerSlam which saw the return of Roman Reigns, Rhodes shared his WWE schedule for this month.

The American Nightmare will appear at every episode of WWE SmackDown this month, as well as seven WWE live events. Five of these untelevised events will be part of the ‘Road to Bash In Berlin’ tour that will see Cody and others compete in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany ahead of the August 31 show in Berlin. On the August 9, edition of WWE SmackDown, it was confirmed that Rhodes will defend against Kevin Owens at the event.

Rhodes will also be at the final day Fanatics Fest NYC event that will run from August 16, to August 18. The event will continue WWE’s relationship with Fanatics as the latter already produces and distributes WWE merchandise on its website. Despite appearing at the event, Rhodes will still make the WWE live event in Fort Myers, Florida that same day.

Just to clear up any confusion…

I’ll be at #FFNYC and the LE in Fort Myers!

Can’t wait to see y’all at both! 👊🏼🔥

But first…Tulsa, OK… what do we want to talk about tonight? #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/a5IVwGkQp5

— Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodes) August 9, 2024

Rhodes’ busy schedule represents his desire to be a workhorse champion who is willing to represent WWE as much as he can, whether it be on PLEs, at untelevised live events, or out of the ring entirely. This reign has proven to be in stark contrast to Roman Reigns who competed just eleven times in 2023 and has had just three matches so far in 2024.

The WWE Bash in Berlin event has just been given another major title matchup.

The August 9th WWE SmackDown opened up with Cody Rhodes once again getting confronted by Solo Sikoa and The Bloodline, with Solo demanding another title shot after he lost to the American Nightmare at SummerSlam. The group approached the ring to beat down the champ, but Kevin Owens ran out and helped chase The Bloodline off.

The excitement didn’t end there. Before Owens could leave Cody told the Prizefighter that he wanted to reward him for helping him fight The Bloodline off for the last year, and offered him a title shot at Bash in Berlin. However, Owens said no, as he felt he didn’t deserve it, even though the WWE Universe disagreed.

"YOU deserve it!"

Will we be getting @CodyRhodes vs. @FightOwensFight at #WWEBash in Berlin? 🤔 #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/UKtVlKZYdJ

— WWE (@WWE) August 10, 2024

Cody and Owens then went backstage to speak with SmackDown General Manger Nick Aldis, who told the duo that he was planning to offer the Bash in Berlin title shot to Roman Reigns. This angered Owens, who said that so many people were more deserving than Reigns, and if Aldis needed proof, he need to just look in the locker room. Aldis, impressed by KO’s fire, agreed and offered him the shot instead. This time, KO said yes.

IT'S OFFICIAL 🚨

Thanks to #SmackDown GM @RealNickAldis
we’re getting @FightOwensFight vs. @CodyRhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship at #WWEBash in Berlin!
#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/oW7zlvbDbx

— WWE (@WWE) August 10, 2024

This will be the first time Kevin Owens has challenged for the Undisputed Universal Championship since it was held by Roman Reigns during his epic run. In 2024, Owens was mainly targeting Logan Paul and the United States Championship but was unsuccessful at the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania XL.

Updated lineup for WWE Bash in Berlin:

-Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens for the WWE Undisputed Universal Championship

-GUNTHER (c) vs. Randy Orton for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship

WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 is an eagerly anticipated event for wrestling fans worldwide as it is the first time that the European country will be hosting a Premium Live Event.

As the excitement builds, here’s everything you need to know about ticket availability, pricing, and additional details to ensure you don’t miss out on this spectacular event.

Read More – WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 Card Predictions: GUNTHER, Rhea Ripley, Ilja Dragunov and more

WWE Bash in Berlin Ticket Availability

The WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 tickets are available for purchase through Ticketmaster in the EU, the official ticketing partner for this event.

Tickets are expected to sell out quickly due to the immense popularity of WWE events, so early booking is highly recommended.

Where to Buy

Tickets can be purchased directly from the Ticketmaster website. It is advisable to create an account on Ticketmaster for a smoother purchasing experience and to receive notifications about any updates or additional ticket releases.

Ticket Pricing

Ticket prices for WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 vary depending on the seating section and the type of ticket purchased. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing categories:

Standard Tickets

Standard tickets are the most common type of tickets available and offer a range of prices based on the seating area:

• Lower Level Seating: €80 – €150
• Upper Level Seating: €40 – €80

VIP Packages

For a premium experience, VIP packages are also available. These packages often include exclusive perks such as meet-and-greet opportunities with WWE Superstars, premium seating, and exclusive merchandise:

• VIP Gold Package: €250
• VIP Platinum Package: €400

Event Details

Date and Venue

The WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 will be held at the Uber Arena in Berlin, a premier venue known for hosting significant sports and entertainment events. The event is scheduled for Saturday, August 31st 2024.

Schedule

The doors to the venue will open at 5:00 PM, with the event scheduled to start at 6:30 PM. It is recommended to arrive early to avoid last-minute rushes and to enjoy the pre-show activities.

How to Prepare

To make the most of your WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 experience, consider the following tips:

• Arrive Early: Ensure you get the best parking spots and avoid any last-minute rush.
• Stay Updated: Follow WWE and Ticketmaster social media accounts for real-time updates.
• Merchandise: Bring some extra cash for exclusive event merchandise available at the venue.

WWE Bash in Berlin is set to be the company’s first Premium Live Event to take place from Germany, but what could the card be?

Taking into consideration what happened at SummerSlam, we’ll be taking a look at the landscape of the company and what matches we believe that the company will be booking for their first-ever PLE from Uber Arena in Berlin.

WWE SummerSlam 2024 Recap

Before looking at what we believe will happen at Bash in Berlin, it’s worth just recapping the events from SummerSlam:

• Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes defeated Solo Sikoa.
• GUNTHER captured the World Heavyweight Championship from Damian Priest.
• Drew McIntyre triumphed over CM Punk with Seth Rollins as the guest referee.
• Nia Jax claimed the WWE Women’s Championship from Bayley.
• LA Knight won the United States Championship from Logan Paul.
• Bron Breakker secured the Intercontinental Championship from Sami Zayn.
• Liv Morgan retained her Women’s World Championship against Rhea Ripley.

Read More – WWE SummerSlam 2024 Results: Roman Reigns Returns to WWE

WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 Predicted Matches

World Heavyweight Championship Match: GUNTHER vs. Drew McIntyre

GUNTHER, fresh off his victory over Damian Priest, will likely defend his World Heavyweight Championship against Drew McIntyre.

McIntyre’s win over CM Punk at SummerSlam sets him up as a formidable challenger, and if they are going to be in the Hell in a Cell structure at Bad Blood (which we’re predicting), then he will probably need to interfere here to set up that blow off match.

WWE Women’s Championship Match: Nia Jax vs. Michin

Nia Jax begins her reign as WWE Women’s Champion by facing a fresh challenger, Michin.

With Michin’s impressive performances on NXT and SmackDown recently, she emerges as a strong option for Jax’s first challenger.

This match offers a fresh dynamic while keeping the door open for a potential rematch between Jax and Bayley at Bad Blood.

WWE Tag Team Championship Match: Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton vs. The Bloodline

Cody Rhodes continues his feud with The Bloodline, teaming up with Randy Orton to challenge for the WWE Tag Team Championship.

We could easily see Randy turning on Cody here, setting up a future match between them and a potential program between now and the Royal Rumble.

Intercontinental Championship Match: Bron Breakker vs. Ilja Dragunov

Bron Breakker, the new Intercontinental Champion, will likely face Ilja Dragunov.

Considering Dragunov’s history in Germany with the wXw promotion and his involvement in the Sami Zayn/Breakker feud, this makes all of the sense in the world and needs to happen.

Mixed Tag Team Match: Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley vs. Dominik Mysterio and Liv Morgan

Following the shocking betrayals within The Judgment Day at SummerSlam, we think that Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley will seek revenge against Dominik Mysterio and Liv Morgan.

Getting this match on the card could then set up two singles matches between Balor/Priest and Morgan/Ripley at Bad Blood, with the women’s match potentially being in the HIAC.

We will check back when the WWE Bash in Berlin match card is finalized and will grade our own predictions.

Head over to our WWE Bash in Berlin section for more!

Imperium member Ludwig Kaiser is optimistic that he could be a part of WWE Bash In Berlin despite recuperating from an injury. Kaiser has been sidelined with a broken rib injury which he sustained in a match against Bron Breakker. He recently revealed that he struggled to breathe following the match and he has been kept off the SummerSlam card.

Ludwig Kaiser told SPOX that he is on the right track for his return. He believes that his appearance at the upcoming WWE Bash In Berlin PLE in Germany is ‘not in danger’ and reassured all the German fans about it. Kaiser also reflected on WWE’s recent tour and showed excitement for the upcoming events in Europe. He said:

“I’m on the right track. Bash in Berlin is not in danger, I can reassure all German fans on that. You have to watch SummerSlam – there’s too much going on at the moment. There’s something new every week. The WWE is boiling and booming. Most recently we were in Japan, Mexico, for TV in America and then we’re going back to Europe soon. If I stub and sprain my toe, I’ll miss something next week too.”

During the interview, Ludwig Kaiser was asked about a hypothetical scenario in which he would only get to serve as a manager of Gunther at Bash In Berlin instead of competing in the ring. The German wrestler said that it would be difficult for him to deal with it as he believes he could thrive inside the squared circle in front of the native crowd. He said:

“I would find it hard to cope with that. I have earned the status that I can tear the place down on my own. As the only German, I want to show myself to my family and friends, who saw me fight in front of 35 people ten years ago. That is important to me.”

It was recently reported that Kaiser will team up with Gunther against Ilja Dragunov and Sami Zayn in a dark match at the SmackDown before Bash In Berlin. However, it is to be noted that the card is subject to change. WWE Bash In Berlin is set to take place on August 31 at the Uber Arena in Berlin, Germany.

• GUNTHER: ‘Entering Bash In Berlin As Champion Would Be My Biggest Accolade’

2024 King of the Ring GUNTHER is ready to walk into Bash in Berlin as World Heavyweight Champion and believes doing so will be an all-time career high. During a recent interview with Shakiel Mahjouri for CBS Sports, GUNTHER addressed what it’d mean to return to Germany as the WWE World Heavyweight Champion.

“It’d be the biggest achievement of my career. I think that’s quite obvious. It’s the world’s heavyweight championship. It’s the biggest prize there is to win in this sport. That would be a huge accomplishment but also a big responsibility and challenge.”

GUNTHER has the opportunity to become WWE World Heavyweight Champion at SummerSlam when he takes on Damian Priest. The Ring General earned this title opportunity by winning the 2024 King of the Ring tournament and defeated Randy Orton in controversial fashion in the finals. Priest has held the gold since WrestleMania 40 where he cashed in his Money in the Bank contract on Drew McIntyre.

WWE Bash in Berlin will take place on August 31, from the Uber Arena in Germany’s capital, and will mark WWE’s first PLE in the European country. GUNTHER has close ties to Germany as he competed for Westside Xtreme Wrestling (wXw) from 2007 to 2020, when he would join WWE. As part of the German promotion, GUNTHER became a three-time Unified World Wrestling Champion and four-time World Tag-Team Champion, with one of those reigns being with future NXT UK rival Ilja Dragunov.

Stay tuned to SE Scoops for the latest on GUNTHER’s quest to become World Heavyweight Champion and all the latest on WWE Bash in Berlin.

Welsh fighter Oban Elliott, who competes in the UFC, has teased appearing at WWE’s first-ever PLE in Germany ‘Bash In Berlin.’ Appearing at the UFC 304 post-show press conference in London, Elliot was asked about a recent visit to WWE. The fighter was coy and said that he has some “Business in Berlin under the TKO banner.”

When another reporter asked Elliott about potentially fighting at UFC’s November 2024 in Madison Square Garden, the conversation once again turned to WWE. The fighter said he’d love to walk out to either Hulk Hogan or The Rock’s music, and possibly have CM Punk walk out with him inside WWE’s old stomping ground.

WWE Bash In Berlin

The first-ever PLE in Germany, Bash in Berlin will take place on August 31, from the Uber Arena. The previous night will see a taping of WWE SmackDown from the same venue. At this time, no matches have been confirmed for the show. The show is the latest in a trend of WWE PLE’s in Europe and will follow Clash at the Castle events in Wales, and Glasgow, Money in the Bank 2023 in London, and WWE Backlash: France in Lyon.

TKO Group Holdings

Whether Elliott appears at Bash in Berlin or not, the relationship between WWE and UFC has been growing ever since TKO Group Holdings launched in September 2023. The two companies have merged their live events teams, a decision that has led to some layoffs in WWE. Earlier this year, WWE and UFC held its first weekend events with back-to-back shows in the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.

WWE Superstars can often be spotted at UFC events in another example of cross-promotion branding. WWE NXT Battleground took place at the UFC Apex in Nevada, though there were some criticisms of the venue as an area to host wrestling shows. WWE’s Rezar threw out the challenge to fight some UFC heavyweights so fans may be seeing the former Tag Team Champion in the Octagon soon enough. 

WWE will also have international events in Saudi Arabia as part of the promotion’s decade-long agreement with the nation. The dates of these events have yet to be announced, but two will take place in the year ahead.

2024 is shaping up to be a big a year for the world’s premiere pro wrestling promotion, but they’ve got their work cut out for them if they want to make it their biggest year ever. WWE executive Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque recently touted last year’s record-shattering success: