Jack Gallagher vs. Ariya Daivari and Rich Swann vs. T.J. Perkins:
Grade for both: 7/10
Using a video package to hype Jack Gallagher’s debut was a wise choice from WWE, who often forget the usefulness of a simple video package to introduce a new Superstar. Gallagher looked impressive here, although this was nothing new if you tuned into 205 Live last week. Still, he made a good first impression and picked up a solid win.
Daivari’s attack after the match gives him more depth as compared to someone who just loses and leaves, as he showed a vicious side by taking out Gallagher’s leg. A blowoff match should ensue because of the attack, and that is the perfect scenario for a longer, better match to take place that puts Gallagher over even more.
Hopefully, WWE books it for tomorrow's 205 Live. Overall, a solid segment and win for Gallagher, who impressed on his debut and will further impress in a potential blowoff match with Daivari.
This was a fun Cruiserweight match that enthralled fans for certain sequences. Swann and Perkins are both extremely talented, and it was great to see them impress in this match.
The video package hyping Swann did a splendid job as well, giving fans a reason to invest in him, and giving him the win after his Cruiserweight title victory last week was definitely the right move. Perkins looked good even in a clean loss, and hopefully, he can be utilised better, after suffering from a huge lack of momentum since losing the Cruiserweight title.
Overall, a strong bout that highlighted Swann extremely well, while also providing fans with some solid in-ring action.
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