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#2 Impressed on WWE RAW: Ricochet

Ricochet confidently took on AJ Styles on WWE RAW

The first qualifying match on WWE RAW saw AJ Styles lock horns with Ricochet. It was a well-balanced match between a top champion and a promising superstar. It was great to see Ricochet competing in a high-profile contest on WWE RAW, and the Resident Superhero used this opportunity well.

😲😲😲😲😲@KingRicochet is not going to slack on such an opportunity! These high-flying genes could very well be the ticket towards #MITB.#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/bpzht2eba2
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021

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Ricochet initially tried to launch multiple attacks, but AJ Styles successfully dodged most of them. Eventually, Ricochet figured out the right pace required to stay in control against the one-half of WWE RAW Tag Team Champions. Styles also worked incredibly well to help put Ricochet over throughout the match.

Towards the end, Styles managed to take complete control of the match. However, The Viking Raiders suddenly charged for the ringside and started brawling with Omos. The latter tried to take them out of the equation but accidentally drove himself through the barricade. Styles was distracted by it all long enough for Ricochet to capitalize on WWE RAW.

Look at this dude!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/vC3cKcqxJv
— WWE (@WWE) June 22, 2021

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Styles attempted a Phenomenal Forearm and blocked the attack mid-air. He eventually pinned Styles to pick up a big win on WWE RAW. Ricochet deserves good opportunities on the red brand, and he will make for an entertaining competitor in the Money in the Bank match. He should aim to make the most of this chance by delivering his best-ever performance in the weeks leading up to the next pay-per-view.

About the author

Shruti Sadbhav is a WWE writer at Sportskeeda Wrestling. With a triple major in Journalism, English Literature, and Psychology, she has always been drawn to writing. As an avid sports lover, writing about sports was the finest way to combine her passion with her prowess.

Whenever she writes, Shruti puts herself into the shoes of fans to see how she would appreciate an honest account of anything related to something she follows wholeheartedly with engaging and relevant information to cater to the readers' needs.

Shruti has seven years of experience. She previously worked as a content manager at Fox Sports Asia and as an assistant manager and digital marketer at Kickstart FC. Shruti previously worked in multiple roles in Sportskeeda, where she was a WWE features writer, editor, and content manager. She has over 40 million+ reads across all her writer profiles, giving her an immensely diverse audience across WWE and football.

When it comes to pro wrestling, Shruti does not particularly remember the first match she watched. However, she recalls accompanying her brother and getting hooked when she saw The Undertaker – a fascinating wrestler that she, like thousands of others, believed in.
Her views on pro wrestling evolved as she grew older and understood the intricacies of the business. This allows her to appreciate those who dedicate themselves to the craft and, once in a while, it does become what it has always been touted to be – magical. Her favorite wrestler is Finn Balor due to his persistence.

When she is not working as a writer, Shruti loves to read, enjoy a good cup of coffee, and let Manchester City dictate her weekend plans.

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Edited by Arjun Kumar