The best and worst from Mae Young Classic episode 1

Best: Every match had a story

Each match had a unique selling proposition.

Despite the commentary often selling the matches with a sledgehammer, each one told its own unique story in the ring.

Tegan Nox, though it felt inauthentic (again, often thanks to Cole's commentary), sold her leg injury against Zatara. This led to her fiery comeback against the Chilean.

Rhea Ripley's match with MJ Jenkins was all about the latter's new attitude. She overpowered the latter and withstood her attempt at a comeback with...ruthless aggression?

Lacey Lane's match with Vanessa Kraven was a solidly told David vs. Goliath story.

Finally, Meiko Satomura's match with Killer Kelly was a hard-hitting battle where a talented young competitor wanted to knock off the "final boss."

Because of this and the performers in the ring, nothing felt the same or played out.