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The WWE Universe packed into the sold-out Scottrade Center in St. Louis for Extreme Rules.
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Cody Rhodes is extremely focused for his match against The Miz on the live Pre-Show.
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Y2J comes out swinging (or kicking).
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& Z% s9 k$ _) z, NThe high-flying Kofi Kingston defends his United States Title at Extreme Rules.
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5 f6 y8 Z4 ^5 w3 R: x+ q( uTeam Hell No vs. The Shield: WWE Tag Team Championship Tornado Match: photos
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The intense struggle between The World's Largest Athlete and The Viper grows even more intense, both inside and outside the ring.
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