Seth Rollins recently revealed his favorite wrestling match, and surprisingly, it is not a victory but a significant defeat. The Visionary shared this insight during a GQ trivia video alongside Becky Lynch, where the two wrestlers answered questions about each other. Rollins identified his favorite match as the one where Dean Ambrose cashed in his Money in the Bank contract at the 2016 Money in the Bank event, defeating Rollins to claim the World Heavyweight Championship.
Details Behind Rollins’ Most Memorable Loss
In that dramatic 2016 moment, the title changed hands multiple times in a very short span—first from Roman Reigns to Rollins, then to Ambrose. This rapid sequence gave Ambrose a career-defining moment that Rollins holds in high regard because of their close relationship. Rollins also mentioned another notable loss, his WrestleMania match against Claudio, highlighting these defeats as particularly meaningful in his career.
On his favorite lost match, Rollins said:
“I don’t know if I have a favorite match that I’ve ever won. I have a favorite match that I’ve lost. The night Ambrose cashed in his Money In The Bank to win the title on me at Money In The Bank [2016]. The title went from Roman to me to Jon all in the span of like 10 minutes. Very nice to give someone you love a moment like that. I’d say that one and then probably the WrestleMania match against Claudio, where he beat me.”
– Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Seth Rollins on Ring Weapons and Promos
During the same interview, Rollins discussed his preferred weapons in the ring, pointing out that although the steel chair is iconic, the table is his real favorite because it tends to cause less pain unless it results in a cut. He explained that using a chair often leads the other wrestler to seek a table instead.
Reflecting on this, Rollins stated:
“That [a steel chair] is the most iconic. I would say it’s not my favorite. Table. If you use a chair, they just want the table. And the table don’t hurt unless it cuts you up. But it actually kind of — it’s less painful than the stick or the chair.”
– Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
When asked about his best promo, Rollins was candid about his focus on matches rather than speaking skills, stating:
“Trick question, I don’t have one. I was never a promo guy, I was always a big match guy.”
– Seth Rollins, WWE Superstar
Significance of Rollins’ Favorite Loss
Seth Rollins’ acknowledgment of a loss as his favorite match highlights the emotional and narrative depth in professional wrestling, where defeats can be as defining as triumphs. The 2016 Money in the Bank event remains a memorable moment, both for its fast-paced title changes and the demonstration of camaraderie between Rollins and Ambrose. This perspective provides fans insight into Rollins’ mindset, valuing storytelling and personal bonds over only wins.
Moving forward, Rollins continues to be a pivotal figure in WWE, with fans eager to see how his career evolves, especially given his recent updates on recovery and potential returns to major events such as WrestleMania.
