Jack Swagger vs. Rusev - United States Championship Match: photos | WWE

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Rusev confidently walks to the ring to defend his United States Championship at WWE TLC 2014.

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Swagger is out to not only defend America, but avenge his manager, Zeb Colter, who was put out of action by The Super Athlete.

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Swagger traps Rusev in the Patriot Lock early on, targeting the champion's weakened ankle.

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Rusev escapes and locks on The Accolade.

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The Real American powers out, but is tagged by a hard kick to the head on the arena floor.

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Back in the ring, Rusev snares Swagger in The Accolade once again.

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Swagger has no choice but to tap out, allowing Rusev to retain the U.S. Title.