WWE Backlash 2009
Backlash (2009) was a PPV that took place on April 26, 2009, at the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island. The 11th and final event under the Backlash banner, it featured talent from all three WWE brands: Raw, SmackDown, and ECW. The event's card featured seven matches. The main event consisted of a Last Man Standing match for the World Heavyweight Championship, in which Edge competed against John Cena. The other main match scheduled on the event's card was a Six-Man Tag Team match for the WWE Championship between Triple H (champion), Batista and Shane McMahon, and The Legacy (Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase). Other matches included an "I Quit" match between Jeff and Matt Hardy and three singles matches: Christian versus Jack Swagger for the ECW Championship, followed by CM Punk versus Kane, and Chris Jericho versus Ricky Steamboat.
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Plot Summary
WWE Backlash 2009 featured several high-stakes championship matches. The main event saw Edge defend his World Heavyweight Championship in a Fatal Four-Way match against John Cena, Big Show, and The Undertaker. Other notable matches included Randy Orton challenging Triple H for the WWE Championship and Christian defending his ECW Championship.
Critical Reception
WWE Backlash 2009 was a moderately received event, with many critics highlighting the main event match for its intensity and unpredictability. While some matches met expectations, others were seen as predictable or lacking in strong storytelling. Overall, it's considered a solid entry in the WWE pay-per-view calendar for that year, marked by significant title changes.
What Reviewers Say
- The main event Fatal Four-Way match was a highlight, delivering excitement and a surprising outcome.
- Randy Orton's championship match against Triple H was a strong contender for match of the night.
- Some of the undercard matches felt less impactful and predictable.
Google audience: Audience reception for WWE Backlash 2009 was generally positive, with fans appreciating the major title changes and the main event's chaotic nature. Specific praise was given to the performances of Edge and John Cena in the main event.
Fun Fact
This event marked the first time since 2005 that the Royal Rumble winner did not receive a title shot at Backlash.
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