Roderick Strong vs Pete Dunne (WWE - 2/1/2018)
Jan 31, 2024 20:58:58 GMT -5
Post by microstatistics on Jan 31, 2024 20:58:58 GMT -5
I've yet to check out a couple of the big name NJPW matches but this is my current 2018 MOTY.
This is a complete out-of-left-field pick considering it's the opener on a random NXT episode but it's worked like a full-fledged title defense. There was clear story here with the veteran desperate to win a big one vs. a prodigy champion determined to stamp his authority. As a result, it was dipping with urgency right from the start and featured hard-hitting action throughout. The back vs. arm/hand psychology was well done and had a pay off, while Dunne's arrogant heel touches were a nice addition. A surprisingly loaded finishing stretch allows a head-to-head comparison with the other "epics" of the year as well.
This is a complete out-of-left-field pick considering it's the opener on a random NXT episode but it's worked like a full-fledged title defense. There was clear story here with the veteran desperate to win a big one vs. a prodigy champion determined to stamp his authority. As a result, it was dipping with urgency right from the start and featured hard-hitting action throughout. The back vs. arm/hand psychology was well done and had a pay off, while Dunne's arrogant heel touches were a nice addition. A surprisingly loaded finishing stretch allows a head-to-head comparison with the other "epics" of the year as well.
