 Bron Breakker and Seth Rollins def. Sami Zayn and CM PunkThis was a smart choice to serve as the opener because the crowd was so hot for it. This had enjoyable action and the finish was fantastic with Bronson Reed returning, attacking Punk and officially joining Paul Heyman's new crew. Yes, Rollins and Reed were feuding before Reed got hurt, so they'll have to acknowledge that on Raw and explain why they're willing to work together now, but I'm a big fan of the move otherwise. Six-man tag team match with Rollins, Breakker and Reed against Zayn, Punk and Roman Reigns or Jey Uso incoming?
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 Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair Confronted WWE Women's Champion Tiffany StrattonStratton's promo recapping who she's beaten lately was fairly basic, but the crowd was hot for her, regardless. Bliss and Flair interrupting her was interesting as either one of them could be next to challenge Stratton, but I sure as hell hope it's Bliss if only because it's unnecessary to revisit the Stratton vs. Flair feud just yet. Bliss and Flair have interacted every week since Bliss returned to SmackDown, so this continued that as well.
 Pre-Show: Santino Marella Interrupted Robert StoneThe authority figure feud hasn't piqued my interest whatsoever, but honestly, I could understand why this made the show with Marella being a Toronto native. The crowd popped huge when his music hit and Stone generated great heat as a result. Their exchange was fine and at least it served a purpose in hyping up Arianna Grace vs. Tessa Blanchard for later in the night.
 Marina Shafir def. Laynie LuckLuck has competed on AEW TV and ROH TV a number of times over the years, but this was one of her more impressive performers that I can remember. Maybe it wasn't wise for her to score so much offense against someone competing in Anarchy in the Arena at Double or Nothing this year, but I honestly couldn't care less since Shafir bores me to tears, anyway. All in all, this was a glorified squash for Shafir.
 Daniel Garcia and Nigel Guinness Attacked FTRThis was the official contract signing for the tag team match at Double or Nothing. Everyone played their roles well and Garcia and McGuinness getting the upper hand in the end was the way to go if they end up winning (which they should). I can understand most people not caring about this matchup (especially with the storyline largely playing out on Collision), but I'm looking forward to McGuinness being back in the ring again.
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