John Cena battles Big Show inside a steel cage match in the main event of No Way Out. And, despite the pay-per-view's name, either Cena or John Laurinatis will be out of WWE as a result of the match.

CM Punk defends the WWE Championship in a triple threat match when Daniel Bryan and Kane challenge him for the title, with AJ undoubtedly watching on...

And, fresh off a four-way dance win, Dolph Ziggler challenges Sheamus for the World Heavyweight Championship.

Who are the favourites to shape the face of WWE and leave No Way Out with all-important wins? Join the NZPWI Roundtable as we break down the card for No Way Out.

Steel Cage Match:
If John Cena loses, he will be fired; if Big Show loses, John Laurinaitis will be fired
Big Show vs. John Cena


Blake:
Well this is interesting... I enjoy people beating up Cena, but he is the franchise, the Shane Douglas if you will, of the current WWE. I also like Mr Laurinaitis, a genius in the world of... sorry, I nearly coughed up my soul; I can't finish that sentence. I hope to see a repeat of Extreme Rules: mass destruction of Cena until the last second victory. Goodbye Johnny.
Winner: John Cena

Scott:
First, Big Show doesn't have a good win-loss record against Cena, and secondly, you never bet against Cena when his job's on the line.
Winner: John Cena

Kirsty:
I'm hoping to see Cena pick up a rare ppv win here. Surely it has to mean more to him, than John Laurainitis's job does to the Big Show? I would say that Big Show has the physical edge inside the cage, but I think we'll see Cena pull one off here.
Winner: John Cena

Dion:
Cena has had a rough year. And although you'd back him more often than not, I think this angry Big Show is going to prove too much for him, and it'll be the last we see of John Cena for some time.
Winner: Big Show

Stevie:
Cena has a tendency to lose matches for his job, actually, but he always seems to get it back within a week or two. That said, I can't see him not taking the win here.
Winner: John Cena

David:
John Cena was confident enough to knowingly put his job on the line. He's got to walk out of the cage with a win.
Winner: John Cena


WWE Championship:
CM Punk (c) vs. Daniel Bryan vs. Kane

Blake:
AJ is monkey-crazy. Bryan and Punk are incredible wrestlers. Kane is a monster. I love it, I love it, I LOVE IT! I'm rooting for the best though; YES! YES! YES!
Winner: Daniel Bryan

Scott:
The question is, of course, who does AJ want to win? The old flame, the new flame, or the big red flame? I've got no idea, but I can't wait to see this match!
Winner: CM Punk

Kirsty:
I like Kane, but I wish this hadn't turned into a triple threat because I absolutely love Punk and Bryan's matches. Still, I think the dynamic will suit Punk in the end.
Winner: CM Punk

Dion:
With AJ in the mix, it'll be interesting to see how this one goes down. But I get the feeling we're going to be hearing YES! YES! YES! after this match. Either way, this is going to be a good one!
Winner: Daniel Bryan

Stevie:
I smell some AJ-ference might go awry, with so many combustible elements to the match. I'm thinking D-Bry has a good shot but I never bet against my main man.
Winner: CM Punk

David:
Triple threats favour no one, but I think CM Punk's the man who is least invested in AJ, believe it or not, and it'll allow him to keep the clearest of heads.
Winner: CM Punk


World Heavyweight Championship:
Sheamus (c) vs. Dolph Ziggler

Blake:
Ziggler is one of the best technical wrestlers in the world at the moment, but Sheamus is simply to powerful. Sheamus has something that few wrestlers have nowadays, that certain x-factor, he's just incredible. He was also the NZPWI February Superstar of the Month as chosen by yours truly. He is and will continue to be World Heavyweight Champion.
Winner: Sheamus

Scott:
C'mon Ziggles!
Winner: Dolph Ziggler

Kirsty:
Ought to be a good match, and as hungry as Ziggler is, he's not going to overcome the Great White.
Winner: Sheamus

Dion:
I'll be quite happy to see Ziggler capture the WHC in this one. But I think Sheamus is going to prove too tough.
Winner: Sheamus

Stevie:
Ziggler has a lot to prove, after many losses recently. I think he'll put on a great show but I don't see him taking the title. Still, he's a sneaky competitor. If he can cause Sheamus to lose his temper, he might find a way to take the man down.
Winner: Dolph Ziggler

David:
Does the short notice for this match, and thus short preparation time, favour champion or challenger? I don't know, but when in doubt, always back the champ.
Winner: Sheamus


Intercontinental Championship:
Christian (c) vs. Cody Rhodes

Blake:
I'm not a fan of this goodie-two shoes, feel good, ship-hopping Christian. However, whilst there is an equal skill between these men, there is an interesting battle here; Youth vs. Experience. In my view, this is what will differentiate the two, and prove the winner to be;
Winner: Christian

Scott:
I can't see Rhodes outwitting Christian in a one-on-one bout.
Winner: Christian

Kirsty:
An interesting dynamic, but I think that now Christian's got his paws on the gold again, he won't be letting it go.
Winner: Christian

Dion:
This has potential match of the night written all over it. These two are going to give it everything for a title that means so much to them both. Christian to take it.
Winner: Christian

Stevie:
Should be a great match. Experience takes it.
Winner: Christian

David:
He had a good pay-per-view outing at Slammiversary last week, so why won't Christian make No Way Out a night to remember as well?
Winner: Christian


Divas Championship:
Layla (c) vs. Beth Phoenix

Blake:
I wish I could say I care about this match, but despite the fact that these two can put on an excellent match, I simply don't give a Jagger. I actually forgot that Layla was back until the awesome Santino/Rodriquez match (featuring the sideshow of Layla and Beth Phoenix). Pfft, who's got a coin?
Winner: Beth Phoenix

Scott:
I like both these women, but I think Layla has just been lucky so far.
Winner: Beth Phoenix

Kirsty:
Oy. Well, I have my fingers crossed here and am trying to think positive, because they did have a good match at the last PPV. Layla to retain.
Winner: Layla

Dion:
Layla has been looking fantastic ever since her return. 12 months ago, I would've backed Beth. But at No Way Out, Layla is my pick.
Winner: Layla

Stevie:
Beth is tough but Layla is on a roll.
Winner: Layla

David:
Layla's got all the momentum in the world at the moment. I don't see her reign atop the Divas division coming to an end any time soon.
Winner: Layla


Brodus Clay vs. David Otunga

Blake:
I have a personal vendetta against Brodus Clay, ever since he called that little troll the greatest mind in professional wrestling. That's gimmick infringement, and I will be contacting Mr Otunga for legal advice.
Winner: David Otunga

Scott:
Oh, c'mon, The Funkasaurus ain't losing his victorious streak to Otunga, no matter how large the pre-match cup of coffee.
Winner: Brodus Clay

Kirsty:
Not while there's paint left in New Zealand that I can sit and watch dry.
Winner: Brodus Clay

Dion:
This may be the biggest test of Brodus Clay's career to date. And I think he'll do it.
Winner: Brodus Clay

Stevie:
Otunga is going to get pretty jittery after all that coffee. He'll never see those dancing feet of Clay comin'.
Winner: Brodus Clay

David:
After being mugged by Big Show a couple of weeks back, Brodus Clay should be able to vent some frustration and get back a bunch of that monster credibility with a dominant showing here.
Winner: Brodus Clay


Staff Picks Summary:

Big Show: 1
John Cena: 5

CM Punk: 4
Daniel Bryan: 2
Kane: 0

Dolph Ziggler: 2
Sheamus: 4

Christian: 6
Cody Rhodes: 0

Beth Phoenix: 2
Layla: 4

Brodus Clay: 5
David Otunga: 1


WWE No Way Out
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Monday, June 18
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