SmackDown’s Drew McIntyre vs. AJ Styles Match Finish Praised by Dutch Mantell for Its Unpredictability In a highly anticipated showdown between Drew McIntyre and AJ Styles on SmackDown, Dutch Mantell reacted to the match’s unexpected conclusion, highlighting how the unique finish benefited all the performers involved.
The intense Elimination Chamber qualifying match witnessed the interference of LA Knight, who was on commentary during the bout. Knight’s ringside altercation with Styles ultimately played a crucial role, leading to McIntyre securing the victory with a powerful Claymore.
Reviewing the match on Sportskeeda Wrestling’s Smack Talk, Dutch Mantell expressed satisfaction with the finish, emphasizing that it wasn’t a straightforward screwjob.
He acknowledged that LA Knight’s involvement added an interesting layer to the outcome, with McIntyre sealing the win using his signature move.
Mantell also pointed out a notable change in WWE’s TV matches during the episode. He observed that performers across various matches were kicking out at the two-count rather than prolonging the near falls.
Mantell shared his preference for this approach, emphasizing that he prefers near falls to be reserved for major title matches.
While Drew McIntyre secured a significant victory in the match against AJ Styles, questions loom over his contractual status and potential implications for WWE’s creative direction.
Despite these uncertainties, McIntyre stands as one of the prominent heels in the business, aiming to make a substantial impact at the upcoming Elimination Chamber event.
