[2017-05-21-WWE-Backlash] Kevin Owens vs A.J. Styles

[ShittyLittleBoots]

The 2nd half was absolutely wonderful w/ the focus being on AJ's injured leg; AJ played a wonderful face in peril while KO did some quality work over him. What prevents me from going ****+ on this is that the first half was an absolute bore w/ them doing your usual 50/50 boring movez action. ***3/4

[SmartMark15]

Kevin Owens vs. AJ Styles - WWE 5/21

 

Slow start, yes, but boy does it pick up once Owens starts really targeting the knee. Then his offense starts carrying some actual weight to it. Great moments include him tossing Styles into the steps Foley-style, the cannonball to the knee, and THE BOTCHED FOREARM. YES. I LOVE MY CRUMPLE SELLING. I thought the finish was absolutely brilliant. Built up to perfectly and left the fans angry in a legitimately heelish way. Take away their victory AND their table spot. Genius.

 

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