One of the most compelling moments this summer in WWE occurred earlier this month on SmackDown. As Paul Heyman verbosely critiqued John Cena’s claim to a shot at Roman Reigns’s universal championship, he turned around from his interview with Kayla Braxton and locked eyes with Big E, the man currently in possession of the Money in the Bank contract. The segment, which was set up by Heyman, was perfectly executed, as E laughed maniacally, reminding the wrestling world that the future belongs to him.
Big E, who is emerging star Ettore Ewen, is the future of WWE.