Damian Priest vs. Jey Uso for the WWE World Heavyweight Title will be taking place at WWE Backlash: France.
On last week’s episode of WWE RAW, Jey Uso defeated Drew McIntyre, Ricochet and Bronson Reed in a Fatal Four-Way match to become the #1 Contender to the title. Priest accepted the match on this week’s show.
This is the first match announced for the pay-per-view event.
WWE Backlash: France takes place in Lyon-Décines, France on May 4th.
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#DIY have earned a shot at the WWE World Tag Team Championships.
On this week’s episode of WWE RAW, Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa defeated The New Day and The Creed Brothers to become the #1 Contenders. They will now go on to face off against Awesome Truth.
As of this writing, there is no word on when the match will be taking place.
You can check out some highlights from the match below:
WWE Backlash: France Set to Feature Exciting Title Matches
Wrestling fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the upcoming WWE Backlash: France event, which is set to take place in Lyon-Décines on May 4th. The event promises to showcase some thrilling matches, including a highly anticipated clash between Damian Priest and Jey Uso for the WWE World Heavyweight Title.
The road to this title match began on last week’s episode of WWE RAW, where Jey Uso emerged victorious in a Fatal Four-Way match against Drew McIntyre, Ricochet, and Bronson Reed. This hard-fought victory earned Uso the #1 Contender spot, and he wasted no time in challenging Priest for the championship. On this week’s show, Priest accepted the challenge, setting the stage for an intense showdown between these two talented wrestlers.
For Damian Priest, this will be his first title defense since winning the WWE World Heavyweight Title. The charismatic superstar has quickly become a fan favorite with his unique blend of athleticism and showmanship. On the other hand, Jey Uso is no stranger to championship matches, having previously held tag team gold with his brother Jimmy as part of The Usos. This clash between Priest and Uso is sure to captivate audiences and leave them on the edge of their seats.
In addition to the World Heavyweight Title match, another exciting contest awaits fans at WWE Backlash: France. The popular tag team duo known as #DIY, consisting of Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa, have earned a shot at the WWE World Tag Team Championships. Their victory over The New Day and The Creed Brothers on this week’s episode of RAW secured them the #1 Contender spot.
#DIY will now face off against Awesome Truth in what promises to be an exhilarating tag team encounter. Gargano and Ciampa have a storied history together, having previously held tag team gold in NXT. Their chemistry and in-ring prowess make them a formidable force, and fans can expect a thrilling performance from these two talented individuals.
As of now, the date for the #DIY vs. Awesome Truth match has not been announced. However, fans can rest assured that when it does take place, it will be a must-see spectacle.
WWE Backlash: France is shaping up to be an unforgettable event, with two highly anticipated title matches already confirmed. Wrestling enthusiasts from around the world will be eagerly awaiting May 4th to witness the clash between Damian Priest and Jey Uso for the WWE World Heavyweight Title, as well as the showdown between #DIY and Awesome Truth for the World Tag Team Championships.
Stay tuned for more updates on WWE Backlash: France as the event draws closer.