Nic Nemeth, famously known as Dolph Ziggler in WWE, delivered one of the most electrifying moments in WWE history with his Money in the Bank cash-in on April 8, 2013. Now, thanks to a recent revelation, weve learned that the original plan was to make that epic moment happen on an even bigger stageWrestleMania 29.
Speaking to Chris Van Vliet, Ricardo Rodriguez, who was heavily involved in the storyline as Alberto Del Rios announcer, revealed that WWE initially planned for Zigglers cash-in to happen at WrestleMania 29. However, the creative team opted to move the moment to the next night on Monday Night Raw, a decision Rodriguez believes made it even more impactful.
Rodriguez described the magic of the cash-in match itself, noting how the crowd was completely engaged during the back-and-forth action. After a near-fall from Zigglers Famouser, Alberto Del Rio countered with an enziguri and locked in his signature armbar.
Fans, already emotionally invested after Zigglers years of being screwed over, were on the edge of their seats. You could just hear everybody bite on it, and that was so beautiful, Rodriguez added. When Ziggler finally hit the Zig Zag and secured the three-count, the arena exploded in one of the loudest reactions in WWE history.
Zigglers unforgettable cash-in remains a defining moment in WWE lore, showcasing the perfect blend of storytelling and execution. Even though Ziggler is no longer with WWE, his contributions, especially moments like this, ensure his legacy remains intact.
From the surprise timing to the emotional rollercoaster of the match, its clear why Zigglers cash-in is still regarded as one of the best ever.
What are your thoughts on WWE changing the cash-in from WrestleMania to Raw? Did it make the moment even more iconic, or would it have been better on the Grandest Stage of Them All? Share your opinions in the comments below!
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