The Might PPV Wrestlemania Backlash has come to an in depth. Whereas the PPV itself did not look exceptionally thrilling, we received to see among the best matches of the yr so far–and that was Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins. There was additionally an thrilling Smackdown Ladies’s Championship match between Charlotte Aptitude and Ronda Rousey, and it was an “I Stop” match, which meant it received a bit extra violent than your conventional match. Take a look at the total outcomes for WWE’s Wrestlemania Backlash under together with a evaluation of every match.
Backlash featured just a few leftover feuds from Wrestlemania. As an example, AJ Kinds received a second shot at Edge, however this time round, Damian Priest was barred from ringside, and no, it nonetheless wasn’t a good struggle. This yr’s occasion happened at Dunkin’ Donuts Middle in Windfall, Rhode Island. Whereas Wrestlemania is extra centered on championship matches, Backlash was extra involved with rematches, so there have been only a few championship matches on the cardboard.
If you wish to watch a replay of Wrestlemania Backlash dwell, you will want the streaming service Peacock. Whereas it does have a free tier, you won’t be able to observe the WWE occasion via that. You may want a Premium ($5 a month, with adverts) or Premium Plus Peacock ($10 a month, no adverts) account. No matter which tier you select, there will likely be just a few WWE-related adverts all through the present.
There are a number of methods to observe Peacock. Other than watching it on cell gadgets and on the PC, you’ll be able to stream the service on Amazon Hearth gadgets, Android TV, Apple TV, LG Sensible TVs, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Roku, Samsung Sensible TVs, Xbox One, Xbox Collection X, Xbox Collection S, Xfinity, and extra.
Take a look at the match card under.
Match card:
- Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins
- Charlotte Aptitude (c) vs. Ronda Rousey (I Stop Match for the Smackdown Ladies’s Championship)
- Drew McIntyre & RK-Bro vs. The Bloodline (Six-Man Tag Group Match)
- AJ Kinds vs. Edge
- Bobby Lashley vs. Omos
- Completely satisfied Corbin vs. Madcap Moss
Above, you’ll be able to try a current episode of GameSpot’s wrestling podcast, Wrestle Buddies. Chris E. Hayner and Mat Elfring predict all the outcomes for Wrestlemania Backlash alongside their AI machine PredictionBot 3000 v2.0.
Beneath, you will discover dwell updates and outcomes for Wrestlemania Backlash because it airs on Peacock. Moreover, there will likely be a evaluation of every match from the Wrestle Buddies.
Kickoff Present
The Wrestlemania Backlash Kickoff Present begins at 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT. Beneath, you will discover updates and notes based mostly on what occurs on the preshow.
You possibly can watch the Kickoff Present under, because it airs dwell on YouTube.
No Kickoff Present match… onto the principle card.
Important Card
Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins
Cody wins by pin.
Mat: Wrestlemania did one thing essential: it put Chris and I in the identical room for the primary time in a bit of greater than two years. Now, I sit in my residence workplace in Chicagoland making an attempt to not gush about how lovely Mr. Rollins’ entrance outfit was. He really was peacocking on Peacock. He units me adrift on reminiscence bliss.
To me, Cody works higher in WWE with the way in which he is offered. He is a basic babyface, like a Hulk Hogan who can placed on 5 star matches… or a modern-day Bret Hart. He is a personality you’ll be able to actually get behind rooting for, and that is a basic wrestling really feel that we do not get a lot anymore. As for Rollins, he is doing a few of his greatest work proper now. He guidelines. I find it irresistible.
The match itself was improbable. It was an excellent showcase for each males, with nobody popping out of it wanting weak. It was a whole shock to see Cody get the win right here, as Seth profitable made extra sense–to get a rubber match on the subsequent PPV. Regardless, I do not see something topping this match tonight. It is simply that good.
9/10
Chris: This is a scorching take: I like Cody Rhodes. I do know, it is tremendous gentle, however I imply it. He manages to take the drained tremendous pro-America gimmick and make it not really feel drained. When there’s “Freakin,” which is Seth’s nickname. No one drips more durable than Seth, and each time he is on digicam, he is decked to the nines within the coolest garments. So, already, a heck of a matchup.
It is dawning on me solely now how a lot better offered Cody’s character is in WWE than it was in AEW. That is not a knock on AEW, it is simply that his character makes extra sense in a WWE surroundings and the over-the-top characters he is put up against–like Seth Rollins–really go a great distance in additional legitimizing the “American Nightmare.”
As for the match itself, it is two of the most effective within the business doing their factor. What’s to not love? I am fascinated by the truth that Cody remains to be doing his cutter, which could be very a lot a barely modified RKO. Past that, the 2 threw all of their signature strikes at one another and it was flat-out nice. I want the storyline behind this match was as robust because the bout itself, as a result of that is a knock in opposition to it. Even with that, although, it is onerous to imagine that is the match they kicked the showcase with as one thing of this high quality might simply be a principal occasion (and it isn’t like there are higher feuds all through the remainder of the cardboard).
I am really stunned Cody received the win with a pull of the tights as I anticipated a dishonest victory for Seth, establishing a rubber match. That stated, I am superb with it as a result of I am very curious the place every man goes subsequent. Good luck, the remainder of the present. The bar’s been set fairly excessive.
9/10
Bobby Lashley vs, Omos
Omos wins by pin.
Mat: Let’s be sincere, these guys aren’t sowing the seeds of affection collectively. Something is feasible, although. They may go away this match greatest pals. Sorry, I am simply killing time whereas this match is on as a result of it is actually onerous to observe Cody vs. Seth. Poor Bobby Lashley, he is working so onerous to make this match watchable. He is carrying this the most effective he can, and it is nonetheless herky-jerky.
Nothing Omos does appears prefer it has affect in any respect. MVP helped him get the win, which does nothing for the character. Bobby Lashley was on an important roll, however this feud with Omos is derailing all the nice will he is gained over the previous yr.
3.5/10
Chris: Is that this a prank? Following up Seth and Cody with the beefy boy bash is…a selection that was actually made. However, like, why? Additionally, can we discuss for a second about Lashley’s new entrance the place he stands on the rostrum whereas what sounds just like the Olympic drums are enjoying? It is horrible. Lashley had a PERFECT entrance. Why would you tinker with perfection?
The problem with Omos being dominant within the early a part of this match is Omos nonetheless feels extremely inexperienced within the role–and it particularly exhibits anytime Omos is not merely handing out a beating. In terms of working a forwards and backwards match, it isn’t nice. Sure, Lashley is doing all he can to make the match look good, nevertheless it’s too large a hill to climb for even the Almighty.
And let’s be sincere right here, if we’re supposed to seek out Omos to be a plausible unstoppable large, having him win by way of dishonest by his supervisor MVP cuts all of that off on the knees. So, like, what’s the Omos character then?
3/10
Edge vs. AJ Kinds
Edge wins by submission.
Mat: This match actually boils right down to “who’s going to activate AJ Smiles and be part of Edge’s faction?” That is what we’re ready for. One thing will occur, and hopefully, I will be head over heels. So the massive story right here is that AJ Smiles’ arm is damage and that comes into play a lot–especially when Smile is making an attempt to place Edge into quite a lot of submissions.
So Damian Priest comes out after which Finn Balor comes out to cease him. Nonetheless, an individual in a hoodie will get concerned, after which AJ Kinds finally ends up dropping. However who was that individual within the hoodie? It turned out to be Rhea Ripley–something I referred to as on the Wrestle Buddies podcast as a result of I am a really cool one who’s nice at randomly guessing.
As for the match, it was superb. It was sluggish and brooding, however not in a approach the place it was very thrilling or labored for me on the small display.
6/10
Chris: I like Edge’s new presentation, with the entire black lights and the creepy demon wings on the video display. Even the brand new music is rising on me. I do not just like the steady title Judgment Day however I haven’t got to agree with every little thing. Additionally I am making a final minute prediction right here, you prepared? I believe Finn Balor will flip heel, becoming a member of Judgment Day. He wants/deserves a highlight like Damian Priest is getting and with Priest barred from ringside, this might be good.
That is an fascinating match as a result of it felt as old fashioned as they arrive, with every man engaged on carrying down sure physique components, buying and selling submission strikes, and so forth. Early on, a minimum of, there weren’t essentially big spots that drove the gang wild, however these two introduced an depth to a straight-forward wrestling match that whereas it is fairly entertaining, even when not on the identical stage of Seth vs. Cody.
So possibly my concept did not pan out, which will likely be dangerous information in the long term as a result of my thought about Balor was undoubtedly nice. That stated, I like this for Rhea Ripley. It provides a wonderful new edge (pun tremendous meant) to her heel character and, based mostly on how a lot screentime Judgement Day is getting, I can solely assume she’ll be chasing the ladies’s title quickly.
7/10
Charlotte Aptitude (c) vs. Ronda Rousey
I Stop Match for the Smackdown Ladies’s Championship
Charlotte quits, Ronda wins.
Mat: You recognize what’s kinda bizarre about this match? Charlotte saved asking early on if Ronda was going to give up, and I am like, “Charlotte, you simply kicked her as soon as. She’s not going to give up.” So I have been having fun with this match for what it’s, and when Charlotte put the mic as much as Ronda and Ronda stated, “By no means b****,” I misplaced my thoughts. Hell sure. It was then adopted by Charlotte saying, “Completely satisfied Mom’s Day.” A few very memorable moments there. And as a plus, Charlotte is not champion anymore. It was a stable match, and an “I Stop” match that did not get too over-the-top.
7.5/10
Chris: I wish to be extra enthusiastic about this, nevertheless it’s been a really very long time since Charlotte Aptitude received me excited for a match. She’s a 13-time ladies’s champion, and all through nearly all of these reigns, hasn’t actually developed in any respect as a personality. Seth Rollins has had like 13 superb characters in that point.
This was a reasonably enjoyable brawl, truthfully. Although oddly paced. As talked about by Mat, Charlotte was making an attempt to get Ronda to give up very early on after one or two easy strikes. It made no sense. Nonetheless, Charlotte wrenching Ronda’s again over a handrail within the viewers? That was flat out perfection. Identical goes with Ronda making an attempt to tear off Charlotte’s arm whereas Aptitude was hanging from the highest rope.
It will be nice for the gang to not continually chant “We would like tables” in matches like this. Simply benefit from the madness unfolding in entrance of you. Additionally, it is form of superb that what it took for Ronda to actually lose it was for Charlotte to mock the sanctity of Mom’s Day. In the end, the suitable individual received the win right here and the match was really fairly great–easily second better of the evening to this point.
8/10
Completely satisfied Corbin vs. Madcap Moss
Moss wins by pin.
Mat: I forgot to work in a Tears for Fears or PM Daybreak lyric into my final match evaluation, so I must put two into this one. I’ve received to shout, and let all of it out. Now you realize. Anyway, as for this match, And I discover it form of humorous, and I discover it form of unhappy. I am comfortable as a result of Completely satisfied Corbin lastly discovered an area Dan Flashes to purchase new shirts, however unhappy for Moss’s wrestling gear.
Am I presupposed to be rooting for Moss? I perceive the story, I perceive the heel/face dynamic, however I do not perceive why I ought to actually take care of Moss, and that is wild as a result of I actually loved heel Moss. This match was center of the highway and it had a bizarre roll-up completed which did not match the remainder of the match.
5.5/10
Chris: Completely satisfied Corbin nonetheless has the most effective factor track (exterior of Retribution) in wrestling historical past. However, truthfully, Madcap Moss has a reasonably unimaginable track of his personal. The loser of this match ought to have to surrender their entrance music. This match is an oddity as a result of, in concept, Madcap Moss is meant to be the lovable babyface, however that is simply not the case. These are each guys you’d keep away from in any respect prices should you noticed them at a celebration.
The match was nothing to put in writing residence about and doubtless went on a couple of minutes too lengthy. However giving Moss the win feels just like the incorrect name because it form of flies within the face of Corbin’s construct over the past yr. How a lot better wouldn’t it have been for Corbin to get a tainted victory, solely making Moss need it extra?
5.5/10
Drew McIntyre & RK-Bro vs. The Bloodline
The Bloodline wins.
Mat: Whereas all people desires to rule the world, the Bloodline is doing so in WWE. After which there’s Drew McIntyre, tremendous good man. I don’t personally take care of a feud between he and Reigns, regardless of how onerous that is pushed. And I additionally do not care a lot about RK-Bro vs. The Usos. There’s loads happening right here that simply would not curiosity me.
Sooner or later, after a drought of motion and a slow-plotting, at instances boring, match, we received into some high-octane motion. I hate the time period “high-octane,” however I’ve already written it. It divulged right into a biggest hits match for every wrestler, performing all their signature moves–but no finishers. And in a setting of six wrestlers, that is a number of enjoyable.
Pat McAfee and Michael Cole are performing some dynamite commentating throughout this match, making it seem to be every little thing is on the road right here when, in actuality, nothing is on the road. They is perhaps my favourite commentary duo proper now.
This match really went the alternative approach I assumed it could. The Bloodline as soon as once more proved they’re the most effective, however that does not lead anyplace else. I suppose McIntyre might demand a one-on-one, however whereas the match was nice, it feels a bit of bit hole ultimately.
8/10
Chris: I’m wondering which belt Roman considers his major belt? Additionally, the Bloodline’s entrance is a minimum of two Undertaker entrances lengthy. WWE is making an attempt actual onerous to make me wish to see Drew McIntyre vs. Roman Reigns to find out the Tremendous Massive Canine Champion of WWE, and I’ve to be sincere with you, it is not working. Very similar to Charlotte, Drew’s character has stalled out. Including a sword named after his mom to the combo actually modified nothing, besides he is continually making an attempt to homicide folks with it. That may be a enjoyable character twist however they by no means really acknowledge it.
So Roman getting the highly-anticipated tag to step into the ring in opposition to Drew fell flat for me. It additionally would not assist that this match began very sluggish and methodically. There’s been a number of high-octane motion tonight, and with six males within the match you’ll usually count on that right here. So slowing issues down a lot felt off.
Fortunately, it did not keep at that tempo. This match was at its greatest, although, when Roman was destroying and showboating. As a result of, finally, that will likely be his downfall as Tremendous Massive Canine Champion of WWE. Ultimately somebody will get the higher of him when he least expects it.
Additionally value noting is that there’s some significantly nice chemistry between the Usos and RK-Bro. And Orton’s RKO present by no means will get previous, though it has been happening for years. Dare I say it, am I beginning to like RK-Bro? That may be loopy.
Significantly, although, as soon as this match received cooking the gang woke proper up and carried all six males residence. The ultimate stretch of the match was as full of motion because it might be, culminating with Roman spearing Riddle in half for the victory. I wasn’t an enormous fan of this match initially, nevertheless it actually did win me over.
8/10
That is all. See you at Hell in a Cell.
