The WWE's Backlash 2024 event in Lyon, France delivered high with intense matches and surprising results. The night ended with Cody Rhodes defending his WWE Undisputed Championship against AJ Styles in a nail-biting match, with Cody coming out on top to retain his title. Despite interference from Judgement Day, Damien Priest also managed to hold onto his WWE World Heavyweight Championship, while Bayley successfully defended her WWE Undisputed Women's Championship against Naomi and Tiffany Stratton. With a new Bloodline member debuting and tensions rising within the group, WWE fans were left on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Cody Rhodes Defends WWE Undisputed Title at Backlash
The highly anticipated WWE Backlash event took place at the Accor Arena in Lyon, France, on May 4, 2024, and delivered a night of thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes.
Main Event: Cody Rhodes vs. AJ Styles
In the main event of the evening, WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes faced off against his long-time rival, AJ Styles. The match was intense from the start, with both superstars pulling out all the stops. Styles targeted Rhodes' injured shoulder, while Rhodes relied on his signature moves and resilience.
Despite interference from Judgement Day, Rhodes managed to overcome the odds and retain his title in a nail-biting finish. The victory marked a significant moment for Rhodes, who had been absent from WWE for over six months due to injury.
Other Championship Matches
In other title matches, Damien Priest successfully defended his WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Edge, while Bayley retained her WWE Undisputed Women's Championship by defeating Naomi and Tiffany Stratton in a triple threat match.
Bloodline Developments
The event also featured a major development in the ongoing Bloodline storyline. Solo Sikoa, the youngest member of the Anoa'i family, made his official debut and aligned himself with The Usos and Roman Reigns. The move further solidified the Bloodline's dominance in WWE and set the stage for future conflicts within the group.
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