WWE Backlash 2006
Backlash (2006) was a PPV which took place on April 30, 2006 at the Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. It was presented by Topps. It was the eighth event under the Backlash name and featured wrestlers and other talent that performed on the Raw brand. The first main event was a Triple Threat match for the WWE Championship, which saw John Cena defend against challengers Triple H and Edge. The second main event was Shawn Michaels and "God" versus Vince and Shane McMahon in a No Holds Barred match. The third main event was a "Title versus Briefcase match" between Rob Van Dam (the Money in the Bank holder) and Shelton Benjamin (the Intercontinental Champion).
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Plot Summary
WWE Backlash 2006 was a professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). The event featured wrestlers from the Raw and SmackDown! brands. The main event saw John Cena defend his WWE Championship against the undefeated ECW World Champion, Rob Van Dam, in a classic encounter. Other notable matches included Edge defending his WWE Intercontinental Championship and Triple H facing off against ECW Original, Justin Credible.
Critical Reception
WWE Backlash 2006 was generally well-received by fans, particularly for its main event match between John Cena and Rob Van Dam, which is considered a highlight of the show. The event showcased a mix of high-profile championship matches and intense rivalries, delivering a solid wrestling spectacle.
What Reviewers Say
- The main event between John Cena and Rob Van Dam was a standout, showcasing excellent chemistry and a hard-fought battle.
- Edge's IC title defense was also a highlight, demonstrating his versatility as a performer.
- The event provided several entertaining matches and continued ongoing storylines effectively.
Google audience: Audience reviews for WWE Backlash 2006 often praise the main event for its intensity and the performances of John Cena and Rob Van Dam. Fans generally found the show to be entertaining and a good display of WWE's top talent at the time.
Fun Fact
This event marked the first time John Cena and Rob Van Dam faced each other in a singles match on pay-per-view, and it was also RVD's first major singles match as ECW World Champion.
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