Money in the Bank (2011) facts for kids

Money in the Bank (2011) was a big professional wrestling show put on by WWE. It happened on July 17, 2011, at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. This was the second time WWE held a "Money in the Bank" event.

The main event match between CM Punk and John Cena was super exciting! It even got a rare 5-star rating from a wrestling expert named Dave Meltzer. This means it was considered one of the best wrestling matches ever!

What is Money in the Bank?

The Money in the Bank event is famous for its special "ladder matches." In these matches, several wrestlers compete to climb a ladder and grab a briefcase hanging high above the ring. This briefcase holds a contract for a championship match. The winner can use this contract to challenge for a major title (like the WWE Championship or World Heavyweight Championship) at any time they want, for up to a year!

Exciting Matches and Winners

The Money in the Bank (2011) show had many thrilling matches, including two special ladder matches.

World Heavyweight Championship Contract

The first ladder match was for a chance to win the World Heavyweight Championship. Eight wrestlers fought hard to grab the briefcase.

• Daniel Bryan won this exciting match! He beat out wrestlers like Kane, Sin Cara, and Sheamus.

WWE Divas Championship Match

Next up, the WWE Divas Championship was on the line!

• Kelly Kelly (who was the champion) successfully defended her title against Brie Bella.

Big Show vs. Mark Henry

Two very strong wrestlers, Mark Henry and Big Show, faced off in a singles match.

• Mark Henry showed his power and defeated Big Show.

WWE Championship Contract

The second ladder match of the night was for a contract to challenge for the WWE Championship. Again, eight top wrestlers battled it out.

• Alberto Del Rio climbed the ladder and grabbed the briefcase! He won against stars like Rey Mysterio, Kofi Kingston, and The Miz.

World Heavyweight Championship Defense

The World Heavyweight Championship was defended in a singles match.

• Christian faced the champion, Randy Orton. Christian won the title after Randy Orton was disqualified. This means Orton lost because he broke a rule, even though he wasn't pinned or made to give up.

WWE Championship Main Event

The final match of the night was for the WWE Championship, and it was a huge one!

• CM Punk challenged the champion, John Cena. This match was very long and exciting, lasting over 33 minutes! In the end, CM Punk defeated John Cena to become the new WWE Champion.

Images for kids

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  A view of the event from within the Allstate Arena

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  John Cena lost the WWE Championship to CM Punk at this event

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  After his win in the main event, CM Punk celebrated with the WWE Championship

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  CM Punk made his return with the WWE Championship belt two weeks after Money in the Bank