A thrilling Saturday Night's Main Event (SNME) in Montreal delivered three standout matches, though the overall storyline advancement left much to be desired. The main event of the evening saw the No. 1 contender for the Undisputed WWE Championship at Royal Rumble take shape, with the winner being a formidable challenger.
The night kicked off with Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu in what can only be described as anarchy on full display. The match never officially settled, resulting in Drew McIntyre stepping in to deliver a low blow and powerbomb both competitors through production tables, forcing officials to declare it a no contest.
Later on, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY successfully retained their WWE Women's Tag Team Championships after late interference from Raquel Rodriguez and Stephanie Vaquer. This match showcased exceptional tag team action and provided an exciting comeback for returning veteran Stephanie Vaquer.
The evening's main event saw AJ Styles deliver a stellar performance against Shinsuke Nakamura, countering the Kinshasa into a perfect Styles Clash to secure the three-count. This match served as a much-needed momentum boost for Styles ahead of his highly anticipated WrestleMania rematch and "retire if you lose" match with GUNTHER.
In perhaps the most thrilling conclusion, Sami Zayn emerged victorious from a Fatal 4-Way No. 1 Contender's Match against Randy Orton, Trick Williams, and Damian Priest. This hard-fought victory saw Zayn overcome multiple obstacles to secure the top spot for his Undisputed WWE Championship match at Royal Rumble.
The evening's standout match between AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura can be described as a fitting love letter to their rivalry. The two competitors delivered sharp counters, big near-falls, and a hot Montreal crowd treated it like a farewell tour stop for AJ, showcasing the exceptional chemistry between these two wrestling greats.
However, from a storyline perspective, there was limited progression to speak of. Despite this, the night did offer some intriguing developments, particularly in the realm of the Royal Rumble match. Drew McIntyre's upcoming title bout against Sami Zayn has layers, with potential for interference and chaos down the line. Additionally, Cody Rhodes' no contest against Jacob Fatu set up an intense rivalry between the two competitors, while AJ Styles' win over Nakamura further solidified his momentum.
Lastly, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY's continued dominance of the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships underscores their status as a formidable force in the women's division. With Raquel Rodriguez and Stephanie Vaquer now firmly entrenched in the mix, it will be exciting to see how this storylines develops further into Mania season.
The night kicked off with Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu in what can only be described as anarchy on full display. The match never officially settled, resulting in Drew McIntyre stepping in to deliver a low blow and powerbomb both competitors through production tables, forcing officials to declare it a no contest.
Later on, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY successfully retained their WWE Women's Tag Team Championships after late interference from Raquel Rodriguez and Stephanie Vaquer. This match showcased exceptional tag team action and provided an exciting comeback for returning veteran Stephanie Vaquer.
The evening's main event saw AJ Styles deliver a stellar performance against Shinsuke Nakamura, countering the Kinshasa into a perfect Styles Clash to secure the three-count. This match served as a much-needed momentum boost for Styles ahead of his highly anticipated WrestleMania rematch and "retire if you lose" match with GUNTHER.
In perhaps the most thrilling conclusion, Sami Zayn emerged victorious from a Fatal 4-Way No. 1 Contender's Match against Randy Orton, Trick Williams, and Damian Priest. This hard-fought victory saw Zayn overcome multiple obstacles to secure the top spot for his Undisputed WWE Championship match at Royal Rumble.
The evening's standout match between AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura can be described as a fitting love letter to their rivalry. The two competitors delivered sharp counters, big near-falls, and a hot Montreal crowd treated it like a farewell tour stop for AJ, showcasing the exceptional chemistry between these two wrestling greats.
However, from a storyline perspective, there was limited progression to speak of. Despite this, the night did offer some intriguing developments, particularly in the realm of the Royal Rumble match. Drew McIntyre's upcoming title bout against Sami Zayn has layers, with potential for interference and chaos down the line. Additionally, Cody Rhodes' no contest against Jacob Fatu set up an intense rivalry between the two competitors, while AJ Styles' win over Nakamura further solidified his momentum.
Lastly, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY's continued dominance of the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships underscores their status as a formidable force in the women's division. With Raquel Rodriguez and Stephanie Vaquer now firmly entrenched in the mix, it will be exciting to see how this storylines develops further into Mania season.