WWE Fastlane 2015

WWE Fastlane 2015 was a professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) that served as a new installment in the road to WrestleMania, WWE’s biggest annual event. It took place on February 22, 2015, at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. As a pivotal stop before WrestleMania 31, Fastlane was designed to be a major pitstop where storylines were advanced, rivalries were furthered, and the stage was set for the grand spectacle that would follow in March. The show name symbolized a highway to WrestleMania, with the implication that the road would be faster and more direct.

The event featured a blend of high-stakes matches and storyline-rich contests, providing both in-ring athleticism and dramatic storytelling, which are trademarks of WWE’s entertainment spectacle. Fastlane 2015 promised to be an evening of intense action, impactful moments, and potential turning points in the careers of several superstars.

The card was headlined by matches featuring prominent WWE superstars, each with their own history and following. One of the top matches was a showdown with major WrestleMania implications, as it typically determined a contender or a high-profile match setup for the show of shows.

One of the defining traits of Fastlane was that it allowed newer stars to shine while also giving established veterans an opportunity to solidify their legacies. The mid-card matches generally included title defenses, grudge matches, and ongoing feuds that might have started at the Royal Rumble or even before. Some of the titles typically defended included the United States Championship, the Intercontinental Championship, and the Tag Team Championships. These matches featured a mix of technical wrestling prowess, showmanship, and often a healthy dose of storyline interferences.

Fastlane’s undercard also included matches that might further individual storylines or continue animosities that couldn’t wait until WrestleMania. Often these would be stepping stones for wrestlers, giving them the momentum or the braking point in their respective paths, thereby shaping their immediate future in the WWE universe.

The Divas division, as the women's segment was known at the time, typically showcased their athleticism and storytelling through their matches. Female superstars committed to proving they can deliver matches as compelling as their male counterparts, and Fastlane 2015 offered a stage to further the development of the women's division.

The event was not only about the matches but also the promotional segments, backstage interviews, and surprise appearances that could occur. These served to provide comic relief, to advance storylines, or to debut new characters, adding depth and variety to the viewing experience.

For those in attendance, WWE Fastlane would have had the usual engaging live experience that WWE events are known for. The production values, from pyrotechnics to video packages and entrance themes, were designed to enhance the overall spectacle and create a memorable atmosphere for every match.

Moreover, WWE Network subscribers could watch it as part of their subscription, with the WWE Network being WWE's own streaming service that boasted a vast library of wrestling content, including not just PPVs but also documentaries, past episodes of WWE's weekly shows, and exclusive original content.

The promotional aspect of Fastlane 2015 capitalized on the tension and excitement leading up to WrestleMania. WWE used television broadcasts on RAW and SmackDown, social media, and other mediums to build the hype and encourage subscribers and casual viewers to tune in. Storylines were crafted to reach a fever pitch at Fastlane, making it a crucial puzzle piece in the larger WrestleMania storyline construction.

To round it all out, the commentary team provided the soundtrack to the evening's action with play-by-play narration and color commentary that included calling the matches, providing context for storylines, and energizing the broadcast for those watching at home.

In conclusion, WWE Fastlane 2015 was positioned to be an electrifying event filled with compelling storylines, fierce in-ring competition, and the anticipation of wrestling fans worldwide. It served as a critical juncture where the WWE Universe could witness the culmination of rivalries and the creation of new ones, all leading up to the grand spectacle of WrestleMania 31. With its mix of wrestling action, drama, and surprise elements, Fastlane was set to be an unforgettable night in WWE's annual calendar.