Commentators: Pat McAfee, Michael Cole
It’s the go home show for Wrestlemania Backlash and the show is mostly set. It seems like we could be in for another of the shorter edition pay per views, meaning there might not be anything else added. That could work out in the end, as some of the matches need a little more seasoning. Let’s get to it.
Here is Jey Uso, who wants an explanation from Jimmy Uso for last week’s disrespect. For now though, Jey brings out Roman Reigns, but first we get a long recap of Jimmy’s return and worries about whose side he was on. Reigns talks about how he respects Cesaro, just like a lot of the boys in the back do. Cesaro is one of the best wrestlers in the world, but Reigns is so much more than a wrestler. Does WWE want Cesaro in his role? Does FOX want that?
Dave Meltzer covers the state of emergency in Japan, the actual stats, shows canceled, when NJPW is set to return
Lots more on the life of Brian Pillman, what Dark Side didn t cover, his football career, contract disputes, booking idea if he stayed with WCW, children and legacy.
Also in this issue:
AEW & WWE back on the road and details
A look at the next two major pro wrestling PPV shows
UFC coverage of Saturday s show, next week s show, new fights, new financial info
Most detailed look at ratings, what shows do people watch longest, what shows do they watch live or most on DVR, Segment breakdowns and and exclusive info on how the different shows are consumed
Roman Reigns kicked off SmackDown with Paul Heyman and Jey Uso and started talking about Cesaro and how the network and WWE didn't want the Swiss star as champion.
This Friday, Nia Jax & Shayna Baszler will put the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships on the line against Tamina & Natalya in a WrestleMania Rematch. Tamina & Natalya are resolved that the disrespected they feel will go on no longer. But will their determination be enough to overcome the dominant titleholders? Find out this Friday night at 8/7 C on FOX.