[2022-07-29-CMLL-Super Viernes] Soberano Jr. vs Templario

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This was a big, dumb, bombastic fireworks show with all the bells and whistles you'd expect from two of the most promising young high-flyers in Mexico today.

Is it great? Not exactly. For one, the selling is virtually non-existent and only occurs when they're slowly inching across the mat to pin each other. The connective tissue between moves could also be better, as they'd often perform a move only to get hit by the same or a similar maneuver moments later. Soberano also showed off his best "I can't believe he kicked out" face. I could see any number of these things being a turn-off. If those quibbles sound like they would annoy you, chances are, they probably will. Still, what worked, worked. From the outset, this felt a little meaner than their previous encounter, with both competitors exchanging headbutts during a lock-up. But once you get into the meat of the match, it's all about cool moves, and Soberano Jr. and Templario delivered plenty on that front. Soberano took a gnarly bump early on, missing a plancha and eating the guard rail. They gradually built to bigger moves. Highlights included a Canadian Destroyer from the ramp into the ring, a suplex off the steps, and an armdrag from the ramp to the floor. Templario strung together a chain of offense, finishing off Soberano with a Powerbomb/Back Breaker combo.

Even the imperfections, while plenty, weren't enough to keep me from enjoying this match. This was far from ideal, but it was still heaps of fun and well worth seeking out if you're a fan of either competitor. With some guidance, these two could be capable of creating something exceptional.