Logan Paul vs Ricochet: The Maverick urges WWE to make his fight an opener for SummerSlam 2023

Logan Paul recently claimed that he specifically asked WWE to include him in the opening bout so that he could attend his brother's match
PUBLISHED AUG 5, 2023
Logan Paul and Ricochet will square off in a much-anticipated bout on August 5 (@loganpaul, @kingricochet/Instagram)
Logan Paul and Ricochet will square off in a much-anticipated bout on August 5 (@loganpaul, @kingricochet/Instagram)

CLEVELAND, OHIO: At SummerSlam, Logan Paul and Ricochet will square off in what many anticipate to be one fantastic encounter. Fans will certainly be on the edge of their seats for one of the most anticipated showdowns of the evening. The fact that WWE is debating kicking off the program with this fight might be a spoiler.

Logan Paul recently claimed on an episode of his podcast Impaulsive that he specifically asked WWE to include him in the opening bout of the evening. He did this because his brother Jake Paul has a boxing match in Dallas, Texas, the same night as SummerSlam. The Maverick desires to terminate his match early in order to travel to Dallas and attend it.

WWE Summerslam opener

The highly-anticipated event in Detroit may see Logan Paul vs Ricochet as the first match, according to WWE. Every show's first match is of utmost importance since it establishes the tone and tempo for the whole event. Given that both superstars are well-known for their skill in the ring, they may put up the finest bout of the evening and astound the crowd.

It's a contest that has the potential to be thrilling and have the audience on the edge of their seats the entire time. As a result, WWE may decide to take a chance on Logan Paul and Ricochet and let them open a tremendous SummerSlam night at Ford Field.



 

Logan Paul vs Ricochet

With his outstanding in-ring abilities, Logan Paul has drawn WWE's attention since making his debut. However, Paul lost both of his most recent one-on-one contests. His second defeat was at the hands of Seth Rollins, whereas his first loss was to Roman Reigns.

The Maverick will attempt to defeat Ricochet in this match, which is his fourth singles contest. Logan Paul is the favorite to win the match at SummerSlam based on the betting odds. Paul needs the momentum more than anybody right now, thus WWE may decide to go in this way.

The rivalry between these two superstars may continue after SummerSlam and come to a head at Payback, WWE's upcoming high-profile live event, where Ricochet may exact revenge for a potential defeat. Undoubtedly, the fight between these two superstars on August 5 will have some jaw-dropping moments.

Given his losing run since Crown Jewel 2022, Logan Paul has a great chance to win the match. It will be intriguing to watch how 'The Biggest Party of the Summer' turns out.

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