Payback (2013) — WWE pay-per-view event
Payback (2013) was the inaugural Payback professional wrestling pay-per-view produced by WWE on June 16, 2013, at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois; it replaced the No Way Out PPV on WWE's schedule.
Overview
Payback (2013) was the first event under WWE's Payback name, staged on June 16, 2013. Promoted by the WWE, the show took place at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. Billed as a pay-per-view for fans of professional wrestling, the event presented a typical multi-match card designed to conclude or intensify ongoing storylines.
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Concept and card structure
Payback was built around the idea of rivals seeking retribution — wrestlers pursuing "payback" for past defeats, betrayals, or championship losses. The card included a mix of singles, tag team and specialty matches. Under normal WWE practice, the show featured an undercard of preliminary bouts, a midcard with titles and high-profile grudge matches, and a main event intended to close the broadcast and deliver a decisive narrative beat.
Typical features
- Storyline-driven matches that resolve or escalate feuds.
- Championship contests and title defenses.
- Stipulation bouts (when used) to increase stakes or finality.
- Televised production values consistent with modern WWE pay-per-views.
Background and scheduling
Payback debuted as a successor to the earlier No Way Out pay-per-view on WWE's calendar, replacing that title in the mid-June slot. The new name reflected an effort to package a thematic event around revenge and retribution, a common motif in sports entertainment booking. As the inaugural edition, the 2013 Payback set the template for subsequent events that used the same branding.
Significance and aftermath
As a first edition, the 2013 Payback established the concept within WWE's annual lineup and served the dual purpose of providing a destination for ongoing television storylines while helping set up future shows. Pay-per-view events such as this one function as turning points in weekly programming, often altering title pictures and character directions going forward.
Notable facts
Payback (2013) is notable chiefly for being the inaugural event under that name and for replacing No Way Out on the schedule. The show was presented in the traditional pay-per-view format and drew attention from the local wrestling audience in the Chicago area as well as the wider WWE fanbase. For more information about WWE pay-per-view history and event cards, see resources and archives that track match listings and storyline outcomes.
professional wrestling overview · pay-per-view format · WWE events · Allstate Arena · Rosemont · Illinois venues · No Way Out
Questions and answers
Q: What was the event Payback?
A: Payback was a professional wrestling pay-per-view show made by the WWE.
Q: When was Payback held?
A: Payback was held on June 16, 2013.
Q: Where was Payback held?
A: Payback was held at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois.
Q: Was Payback the first event of its kind?
A: Yes, it was the first Payback event held by the WWE.
Q: What event did Payback replace?
A: Payback replaced the No Way Out pay-per-view.
Q: What kind of event is a pay-per-view show?
A: A pay-per-view show is an event that viewers can watch on pay-per-view television by paying a fee.
Q: What is WWE?
A: WWE stands for World Wrestling Entertainment and is a company that produces professional wrestling events and shows.
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Sources
- wwe.com : "Sheamus def. Damien Sandow (Payback Kickoff Match)"
- wwe.com : "Curtis Axel def. Intercontinental Champion Wade Barrett and The Miz"
- wwe.com : "AJ Lee def. Divas Champion Kaitlyn"
- wwe.com : "United States Champion Dean Ambrose def. Kane via Count-out"
- wwe.com : "Alberto Del Rio def. Dolph Ziggler to win the World Heavyweight Championship"
- wwe.com : "CM Punk def. Chris Jericho"
- wwe.com : "WWE Tag Team Champions Roman Reigns & Seth Rollins def. Randy Orton & Daniel Bryan"
- wwe.com : "WWE Champion John Cena def. Ryback (Three Stages of Hell Match)"