About this episode
In this post-WrestleMania Backlash show, Anthony Thomas, and Joe Numbers dive into the highlights, standout matches, and key moments from the first WWE event following WrestleMania. The duo dissect the John Cena vs. Randy Orton match, praising its old-school feel and effective storytelling. They also touch upon other matches like Becky vs. Bird Girl and Pat McAfee vs. Gunther, discussing the crowd reactions and overall effectiveness of each bout. Despite some criticism, the main event is deemed a success, making for an enjoyable show overall. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:22 John Cena vs. Randy Orton Match Analysis 04:12 Randy Orton's Performance and Career Reflection 07:31 Fan Reactions and Match Highlights 11:33 Becky Lynch vs. Bird Girl Match Review 15:31 WWE Booking and Character Critique 23:42 The Struggles of Lyra 26:44 Dominic Mysterio's Rising Popularity 28:16 WWE's Booking Issues 30:49 Pat McAfee vs. Gunther 35:57 Randy Orton vs. John Cena: Main Event Analysis 50:16 Final Thoughts and Farewell Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support .