In what could only be described as a clash of titanic egos and flamboyant hairstyles, AJ Styles clinched a victory that was as slick as his hair gel in a high-stakes rematch against LA Knight on “WWE SmackDown.” The Pittsburgh crowd was treated to an extravaganza of muscle and mischief as Styles confirmed his ticket to Backlash, set to challenge Cody Rhodes for the much-coveted Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. The showdown will light up the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France, like a Fourth of July barbecue—only with more spandex and less potato salad.
The match kicked off with all the subtlety of a freight train in a library, with Knight cornering Styles quicker than a cat on a hot tin roof. The antics escalated with Knight practically turning the ringside into a merry-go-round for Styles, complete with a facial tour of the announce desk—twice! Despite Knight’s arsenal, including a superplex that shook the ring, Styles showed that his resilience is as phenomenal as his forearm.
In a twist worthy of a daytime soap opera, Styles dodged the so-called Blunt Force Trauma and resorted to the age-old tactic of a sneaky eye poke. This paved the way for a Phenomenal Forearm that secured his pinfall victory. The scoreboard now reads 1-1 between Styles and Knight, but with Styles eyeing Rhodes’ gold belt, the stakes have never been higher.
As Styles sets his sights on Lyon, Rhodes better tighten his laces and brace for impact. The upcoming premium live event promises to be a battle of epic proportions, with Styles looking to paint the town red, white, and blue—though mostly just the canvas beneath his boots. It’s not just a championship on the line; it’s a chance to be the alpha dog in the WWE’s international kennel. So grab your popcorn and prepare for drama, because if history has taught us anything, it’s that Styles knows how to turn a wrestling ring into a circus ring. 🎪💥