On Saturday morning, just before his Undisputed World Championship match against Cody Rhodes at WWE Backlash live from Lyon, France, The Phenomenal AJ Styles shared his thoughts on the upcoming bout and reflected on what it means to him to be considered a “dream match” for many wrestlers. Watch his full interview here.
At WWE Backlash France 2024, AJ Styles challenged Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship in a historic event, marking WWE’s first major event in France. The match was intense, featuring several high spots including Cody Rhodes putting Styles through the broadcast table and executing a top-rope Cody Cutter. Despite Styles’ valiant efforts, Rhodes retained his title with a decisive Cross Rhodes.
Other highlights from the event included:
- Damian Priest vs. Jey Uso: Damian Priest retained the World Heavyweight Championship in a hard-fought match that saw interference from Finn Bálor and JD McDonagh.
- Bayley vs. Naomi vs. Tiffany Stratton: Bayley successfully defended her WWE Women’s Championship in a Triple Threat match.
- Bianca Belair & Jade Cargill vs. The Kabuki Warriors: Belair and Cargill won the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship, marking the only title change of the night.
- The Bloodline vs. Randy Orton & Kevin Owens: In a chaotic Street Fight, The Bloodline emerged victorious with the aid of Tanga Loa, who made his WWE debut during the match.
Overall, WWE Backlash France 2024 was a memorable event characterized by strong performances and an enthusiastic crowd that heightened the excitement of the evening.
Special thanks to WWE, WorldWide Wrestling, and Ash Rose XIII.
