Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter awarded the John Cena vs C.M. Punk (Phil Brooks) main event five stars out of five, the first WWE match since 1997 to receive such a rating.
The Wrestling Observer Newsletter awarded the event the Best Major Show of 2011.
John Cena vs. CM Punk won 2011 Match of the year award from Wrestling Observer Newsletter and Pro Wrestling Illustrated.
Hugo Savinovich's final PPV as Spanish commentator as its contract was due to expire in October of that year.
Final WWE PPV event for The Nexus following the disbandment on August 1st of that year.