SmackDown Live was a mixed bag ahead of Extreme Rules
#4 Best/worst: Two hours of action
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They don't just set the bar. They are nowhere to be found too.
The shorter format for SmackDown Live can often be a mixed blessing. I do like how fast the show passes. But because of the shorter format, a lot of stars do not make it to the show. How can you leave The Bar and The Club out for consecutive weeks?
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Even Tye Dillinger and Samoa Joe did not have their billed match. It was attributed to a backstage attack on Dillinger. Chances are, there was no time!
This was my assessment of the show this week. Do you agree? Or do you disagree? Do not refrain from letting me know, folks.
Riju Dasgupta is the most-read active writer in Sportskeeda at the moment, across all sports. Having come on board in 2016, Dasgupta is best known for the 'Best and Worst' column, something that has become a staple for the site!
In addition to his writing responsibilities, Dasgupta is also the Assistant Manager of the Combat Sports division. In 4 years, Dasgupta has conducted over 150 interviews with stars from WWE, Impact Wrestling, PCW Ultra, WOS, UFC, ONE FC and the world of boxing as well.
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