The WWE Backlash event in Lyon, France, was expected to be a solid show, but it was marred by controversy surrounding the Women’s Tag Team Championship match. The title changed hands when Bianca Belair pinned Asuka, but the legitimacy of the win is being questioned by fans and experts alike. The referee’s confusion during the match has sparked debate, with many calling for a rematch.
The match itself was a chaotic affair, with the referee seemingly losing focus mid-way through. At one point, he told Kairi Sane that she wasn’t the legal competitor, only for Asuka to enter the ring and become the illegal participant. The confusion continued throughout the match, with Sane hitting her signature InSane Elbow from the top rope, only to be rolled up and pinned by Belair. However, it was unclear who the legal competitor was at the time of the pin.
Fans were left scratching their heads, and many took to social media to express their discontent. The general consensus was that the title change shouldn’t stand, given the doubt surrounding the legality of the pin. Bianca Belair recently stated that she is done with The Kabuki Warriors and Damage CTRL, but the controversy surrounding the match could lead to a rematch.
The WWE could potentially use the video footage to dispute the outcome of the match and grant The Kabuki Warriors a rematch. This would be a rare move, as the company has largely done away with rematch clauses in recent years. However, the circumstances surrounding the match are unusual, and a rematch would provide a chance for The Kabuki Warriors to rectify the situation.
The referee’s mistake was clear, and it led to chaos in the ring. With no clear understanding of who was the legal competitor, the match descended into confusion. The Kabuki Warriors’ manager, Nick Aldis, could push to have the referee’s decision overturned, citing the clear mistake made during the match.
As the dust settles on WWE Backlash, the controversy surrounding the Women’s Tag Team Championship match continues to simmer. While the show was solid overall, the issues with the referee’s decision-making have cast a shadow over the event. It remains to be seen how the WWE will address the situation, but one thing is certain – The Kabuki Warriors and Damage CTRL will not go quietly into the night.
