The WWE fans recently witnessed one of the most intense tag team battles at this year’s thrilling PPV event, Money in the Bank. The Usos had been the tag team champions for a long time and were expected to win the match. Following Randy Orton and Riddle, The Street Profits challenged the tag team champs.
The Street Profits are one of the most promising tag team talents to keep an eye on. Additionally, WWE great Dwayne Johnson praised Montez Ford, one-half of The Street Profits.
WHAT. A. MATCH.@WWEUsos #MITB pic.twitter.com/lBaCkdeWsT
— WWE (@WWE) July 3, 2022
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It was expected that The Usos will retain their tag team dominance. However, the contest turned out to be one of the most thrilling matches of the PPV. Many fans considered it to be among the best tag team matches of the year.
It was a great match with lots of close calls and high-flying moves. The Usos in the end delivered the 1-D on Montez Ford to secure the victory and the pin. However, it appeared that Ford’s shoulder was off the ground when the referee made the count.
“Why the fuck the match stop”. -Montez Ford #MITB
— Jared Ellis (@jaredellis_96) July 3, 2022
When The Usos were declared as the winners after the referee called the count, Montez Ford was stunned. Consequently, the WWE universe saw Ford dropping the F-bomb. Additionally, the finest tag team bout of the year turned out to spark controversy.
Montez Ford shoulders was up , Street Profits was robbed #MITB pic.twitter.com/0dpl2NSLJM
— 🇻🇬 🇻🇮 (@GeoffRhymer) July 3, 2022
In the replay, it was clearly evident that Ford’s shoulder was not on the ground. However, the plot may be intended to escalate the rivalry between them.
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Dwayne Johnson-endorsed superstar, Montez Ford, received a lot of appreciation
In an interview, Dwayne Johnson stated Ford has the same enthusiasm for the company and the same passionate DNA, which, of course, makes them family. If The Rock praises a wrestler, one thing is certain: they have a lot of promise, as WWE star Ford showed recently in a match that drew notice from around the WWE globe.
One Twitter user stated that Ford has got bigger and stronger wrestling ability whereas Dawkins is more on the athletic side. He believes this is the reason which elevated their game.
Montez Ford has gotten bigger and stronger; Angelo Dawkins has gotten faster and more athletic… the Street Profits have really elevated their game. Great match! #MITB
— Roger Wilson (@OutsiderX15) July 3, 2022
One fan certainly believed that Ford will be the next big thing for the WWE universe.
Telling all of y’all! In two years, Montez Ford is going to be World Champion! #MITB pic.twitter.com/D5ssrdVs22
— Spartaprime (@Spartaprime) July 3, 2022
Meanwhile, Ford gave the Michael Jordan vibe to this fan.
I Swear Montez Ford Gives Me Real Michael Jordan Vibes .. . https://t.co/QMPYGXr1Ds
— Mr. McMahon Thoughts 💭 (@G1mm1ckMatch) July 3, 2022
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Additionally, one fan wishes that Ford be given his solo stint since he is now the most talented guy of the roaster.
Montez Ford NEEDS to have a solo run a la Big E… This man is the most talented guy in the company #MITB
— Alito 05 (@aminebennani181) July 3, 2022
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Ford had surely stolen the show and turned the head around of millions of WWE fans. However, it will be interesting to see how WWE promotes him in the future.
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