Nick Aldis Saved Tim Storm From Strictly BusinessStorm has a rich history with Strictly Business that dates back a few years, so it was no surprise that his interview with the faction (sans Aldis) went sideways quickly. I liked how Storm didn't back down and instead challenged them to a fight in the ring. Other interviews could take notes from Storm, though I don't expect May Valentine to square up to Kamille. Before they could jump him, Aldis made the save. I was half-expecting Aldis to turn on Storm, and while it didn't happen here, I feel it's inevitable to set up Aldis vs. Trevor Murdoch III.
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WWE Champion Big E vs. Bobby Lashley Ended in a No ContestThe six-man tag team match that opened Extreme Rules was what set this match up. I was skeptical of it starting the show, but it was ultimately the best decision they could have given how it ended. It was a hot match that the crowd was into and I'm all for action actually kicking off Raw. That should be commonplace, of course, but it just isn't and hasn't been for years. Here's hoping we're getting a Hurt Business reunion because it was stupid for WWE to break them up in the first place.
Thunder Rosa def. Kayla SparksI assume this was the first thing taped in front of the hot New York City crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium for the Grand Slam tapings last week because Rosa received a rock star-level reaction. Crowds are always into Rosa, but this was especially loud. If there was ever any doubt that she needs to be the one to ultimately dethrone Britt Baker for the AEW Women's World Championship, listen to that pop. There wasn't much to this match, but it was exactly what it needed to be with Rosa going over decisively.
Brian Johnson def. PJ Black in a Pure Rules MatchThese two have been tied together for a while and I thought their alliance recently ended and I just missed it, but this bout came about because Black wanted Johnson to prove himself against him in a Pure Rules match. In other words, they're still friendly, despite Johnson cheating to beat him here. I'm glad Johnson has branched out on his own because he's been fantastic throughout this pandemic period, especially on the mic. This was a well-worked match with the right outcome. This might have actually benefited from not happening in an area full of fans because I'm not sure who they would have cheered for.
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