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The electrifying WWE Backlash event left the audience on the edge of their seats as the unexpected return of Carlito took center stage. ## As the epic match between Bad Bunny and Damian Priest reached its climax, Carlito made his surprise appearance to an overwhelming reception from the ecstatic crowd. The intense bout featured a thrilling table bump in the midst of the audience, while Priest received some timely interference from his allies. ## However, the scales were balanced when Carlito rushed to the ring, earning a deafening cheer from the rapturous audience. In a stunning turn of events, the legendary Savio Vega also made a cameo appearance, accompanied by the LWO, and valiantly fought off members of The Judgment Day. ## Despite the fierce competition and dramatic moments, Bad Bunny emerged victorious with his stunning Destroyer move. The exhilarating match left the audience breathless, as they reveled in the excitement and drama of this unforgettable spectacle. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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At Backlash 2023, Rhea Ripley successfully defended her WWE SmackDown Women's Championship against the tenacious Zelina Vega, who dazzled the fervent crowd in Puerto Rico with her homage to her heritage. Vega's gear was inspired by the Puerto Rican flag, and her hair color paid homage to her beloved home island. ## Despite her best efforts, which included utilizing a chancla and the 619, Ripley emerged victorious, securing the win with her signature move, the Riptide. Nonetheless, Vega was lauded with yet another standing ovation from her adoring home crowd, who were proud of their beloved daughter's impressive performance. ## Following the WWE Draft, Ripley will be exclusively featured on Monday Night Raw, while Bianca Belair, who also retained her WWE Raw Women's Championship at Backlash, is now set to be exclusive to WWE SmackDown. It remains to be seen how the two champions will decide to swap their championship belts, which has piqued the curiosity of wrestling fans worldwide. ## On Twitter, AEW's Malakai Black, Vega's husband, expressed his admiration for his wife's outstanding performance and the ovation she received, which attested to her immense popularity and talent. ## Your moment in the sun, win or loss, your moment.— Malakai Black (@malakaiblxck) May 7, 2023 ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Unquestionably, Cody Rhodes is currently one of the most popular and successful babyface wrestlers in the WWE, making a significant impact in the company. Currently embroiled in a bitter feud with the formidable Brock Lesnar, their anticipated clash at the WWE Backlash Premium Live Event promises to be nothing short of electrifying. ## The latest edition of Friday Night Smackdown, which took place at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan, Puerto Rico, was replete with memorable moments and compelling matches. During the show, Rhodes made a captivating appearance, delivering a powerful promo that generated enormous hype for his imminent showdown with Lesnar at WWE Backlash. ## However, fans were not done with Cody Rhodes yet, as they were treated to a couple of dark matches after Friday Night Smackdown went off the air. In one of the matches, Rhodes faced off against the celebrated wrestler Finn Balor in a gripping singles encounter. ## Throughout the match, Dominik, Rey Mysterio's son, was present at ringside and frequently interfered in the contest, drawing the ire of the passionate fans. Mysterio even signaled to the audience to be quiet, making the iconic DX chop. ## Ultimately, The American Nightmare triumphed over Balor, sending the crowd home elated. Nevertheless, this result served as a precursor to an anticipated rivalry between the two remarkable WWE Superstars. ## Very good ending!!! pic.twitter.com/rHExdy1UTd— SnackX🎙️(blue check) (@iSnaXed) May 6, 2023 ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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At WWE Backlash, the Raw Women's Champion, Bianca Belair, will be defending her title against IYO SKY. ## Bianca Belair (c) vs. Iyo Sky (with Bayley and Dakota Kai) takes place on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ## WWE Backlash 2023: Bianca Belair Vs. Iyo Sky Full Match & Highlights ## The intensity of the match is palpable as Bianca and Iyo engage in a fierce lockup. Bianca initially gains the upper hand with a wrist lock, but Iyo quickly reverses the move. Bianca attempts a slam, but Iyo manages to evade her and applies a side headlock. Bianca counters with a head scissors, which Iyo promptly escapes from. The two women engage in a back-and-forth struggle, with Iyo executing a side headlock takedown, and Bianca responding with a dropkick. ## The pace of the match quickens as both wrestlers demonstrate their athleticism with impressive back handsprings. Bianca gains the advantage once more with a powerful slam, but Iyo manages to escape a third attempt and takes the fight to the apron. Iyo grabs Bianca by the hair and executes a vicious hanging straitjacket choke against the ropes. The crowd erupts as Iyo follows up with a double stomp to the arm from the turnbuckles, showcasing her incredible agility and precision. ## Iyo maintains her relentless assault on Bianca, wrapping her arm in the ropes once again. However, Bianca manages to kick her opponent away, creating some much-needed distance between them. Sensing an opportunity, Bianca pushes Iyo away, but Iyo responds with a series of powerful kicks in the corner. ## Undeterred, Iyo continues to focus her attack on Bianca's injured arm, expertly manipulating it with a series of painful holds. She quickly gains the upper hand, executing a swift double wrist lock takedown that leaves Bianca reeling. The crowd watches on in awe as Iyo demonstrates her technical prowess and mastery of submission holds, highlighting her status as a true ring general. ## Bianca struggles to regain her footing, but Iyo's mastery of the match is evident as she maintains her vice-like grip on her opponent. Despite Iyo's technical proficiency and relentless assault, Bianca manages to power through her opponent's onslaught, showcasing her own impressive physical prowess. She executes a powerful slam, momentarily stunning Iyo and creating an opening for Bianca to strike back. ## However, Iyo quickly regains the upper hand, locking in a hammerlock and unleashing a flurry of forearms to Bianca's head. The audience winces in sympathy as Iyo sends Bianca's already injured shoulder crashing into the turnbuckles. Undeterred, Iyo executes a dragon sleeper takedown followed by a ruthless knee drop to Bianca's arm. ## Iyo maintains her dominance in the ring, driving Bianca into the corner and attempting a running double knee strike. However, Bianca manages to dodge the attack, and retaliates with a back elbow and a powerful shoulder tackle from the apron. ## As the exchange between the two fierce competitors continues, the fans in the arena are firmly behind Iyo. However, Bianca manages to gain the upper hand, executing a series of clotheslines and a precise dropkick. She follows up with a delayed vertical suplex, showcasing her impressive strength and athleticism. Bianca continues her relentless assault, driving Iyo into the corner and unleashing a flurry of punches from the turnbuckles. However, Iyo manages to push her opponent away, forcing Bianca to respond with a running forearm strike to the head. ## Puerto Rico is LOUD and bringing the energy at #WWEBacklash right now in this #WWERaw #WomensTitle Match! pic.twitter.com/JxezdRRkqo— WWE (@WWE) May 7, 2023 ## yo with one arm before slamming her face-first onto the mat. However, Iyo showed incredible resilience and managed to turn the tables on Bianca with a swift kick to the midsection, followed by a beautiful moonsault off the turnbuckles. Despite a near fall, Iyo remained relentless, delivering a series of shoulder strikes in the corner and then placing Bianca atop the turnbuckles. ## But Bianca was not to be underestimated, and with a fierce burst of strength, she managed to send Iyo tumbling to the apron with a well-placed kick. Undeterred, Iyo unleashed a Shotei strike on Bianca before attempting a Frankensteiner, only for Bianca to block the move and hit a devastating sit-out powerbomb off the turnbuckles for a near fall. ## However, the match was not without its outside interference, as Bayley and Dakota Kai made their way to ringside. Despite Bianca's attempts to take out Bayley with a kick, Iyo managed to block Bianca's KOD with the help of Dakota's interference. Nevertheless, Bianca remained focused, swinging and knocking Dakota off the apron before being caught off guard by a sunset flip from Iyo for yet another near fall. ## As the tension mounted, Bayley attempted to interfere once more, grabbing Iyo's hand and distracting the referee. Seizing the opportunity, Iyo sent Bianca careening into the ropes, allowing Dakota to land a vicious kick. With Iyo poised to finish the match with a moonsault off the turnbuckles, Bayley once again interfered, grabbing Bianca's braid and earning a stern warning from the referee. Despite the distractions and interference, Bianca remained resolute, dodging Iyo's moonsault before hitting her with a crushing KOD for the three count, securing a hard-fought victory in the face of adversity. ## WWE Backlash 2023 Results: Bianca Belair Vs. Iyo Sky Match Winner ## WINNER: Bianca Belair via pinfall To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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In Puerto Rico, a thrilling showdown is set to take place between two of Raw's most prominent Superstars. Seth "Freakin" Rollins is about to face his biggest challenge yet as he goes up against Omos, a force to be reckoned with. If Rollins hopes to halt the ascent of this unbeatable Nigerian Giant, he will require the unwavering backing of his choir. ## Seth "Freakin" Rollins vs. Omos (with MVP) takes place on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ## WWE Backlash 2023: Seth Rollins Vs. Omos Full Match & Highlights ## As the euphonic melody of Seth's music fills the arena, the crowd chants along in unison. Suddenly, Omos launches a vicious attack on Seth, catching him off-guard. Concerned for Seth's well-being, the referee quickly rushes to his side to assess the damage. ## With Seth incapacitated, the match commences, and Omos wastes no time in delivering a devastating shoulder tackle that sends Seth crashing to the mat. Continuing his assault, Omos charges towards Seth and delivers a mighty splash into the corner, leaving Seth writhing in agony. ## Without any respite, Omos unleashes a powerful Irish whip that sends Seth hurtling towards the ropes. However, in a display of his exceptional agility, Seth manages to counter with a drop on the top rope before attempting a daring springboard move. Yet, Omos proves to be too powerful, thwarting Seth's attack with a forceful punch to the midsection. Determined to establish his dominance, Omos clamps his massive hand onto Rollins with a claw hold, causing Rollins to wince in agony. With Rollins reeling, Omos delivers a final blow, pushing him over the top rope and out of the ring, leaving him sprawled on the hard arena floor. ## Omos hoists Rollins onto his shoulders for a punishing slam onto the unforgiving floor. However, Rollins manages to deftly maneuver out of Omos' grip, pushing him forcefully into the steel ring post. Sensing an opportunity, Rollins launches himself at Omos with a daring suicide dive, but to his dismay, Omos remains resolute, standing firm against Rollins' assault. Not to be deterred, Rollins attempts a second suicide dive, but Omos swiftly catches him and delivers a brutal choke slam onto the apron, sending shockwaves of pain coursing through Rollins' body. ## With Rollins writhing in agony, Omos demonstrates his immense power by effortlessly pressing Rollins over his head before slamming him back into the ring with devastating force. Not content with merely injuring Rollins, Omos follows up with a barrage of strikes, commencing with snake eyes and culminating with a powerful running boot to Rollins' head. ## Despite the onslaught, Rollins refuses to concede defeat and unleashes a flurry of kicks to Omos' legs, followed by a spectacular springboard knee to Omos' temple. Yet, Omos remains standing, unfazed by Rollins' attack. Refusing to give up, Rollins persists with a series of kicks to Omos' legs, finally finding an opening to land a super kick, setting up for his signature Pedigree. However, Omos counters with a back body drop, sending Rollins crashing to the mat. ## Rollins capitalizes on Omos' missed splash into the corner, sending him crashing into the ring post before executing a flawless tornado DDT from the turnbuckles. Rollins follows up with a stunning frog splash, almost securing a pinfall victory. Nevertheless, Omos shocks Rollins and the crowd alike by kicking out at the count of one, leaving Rollins in a state of disbelief. ## Undeterred, Rollins launches a series of ferocious forearms at Omos, but the massive wrestler retaliates by grabbing Rollins by the throat. However, Rollins expertly escapes and lands a rolling elbow and a forearm to the back of Omos' head from the turnbuckles. With Omos on the ropes, Rollins unleashes his signature Stomp, but Omos resists and counters with a thunderous choke slam, nearly securing the victory. ## Rollins shows tremendous resilience, escaping from Omos' grip and transitioning back to his sleeper hold. However, Omos powers out of the hold, backing Rollins into the corner before executing a bone-jarring side slam. Despite Omos' best efforts, Rollins refuses to stay down, continuing to battle on against the seemingly unstoppable force. ## As Rollins' frustration begins to mount, MVP makes his way to the ring, passing his cane to Omos. Seizing the opportunity, Rollins delivers a brutal Stomp to Omos, sending him crashing to the mat. In a last-ditch effort to turn the tide, MVP attempts to interfere, only to be met with a devastating super kick from Rollins, sending him tumbling out of the ring in a heap.# # With MVP dispatched, Rollins pounces on the downed Omos, delivering yet another earth-shattering Stomp, causing the crowd to gasp in disbelief. However, to Rollins' shock, Omos manages to kick out at the last possible moment, refusing to give in to his adversary. ## Undaunted, Rollins climbs to the top turnbuckle, positioning himself for a final assault. With the crowd on the edge of their seats, Rollins unleashes a stunning Stomp from the top rope, driving Omos into the mat with incredible force. As the referee counts to three, the crowd erupts in thunderous applause, saluting Rollins' incredible performance against a seemingly unbeatable opponent. ## WWE Backlash 2023: Seth Rollins Vs. Omos Match Winner ## WINNER: Seth Rollins ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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The upcoming WWE Backlash event is poised to feature a riveting showdown for the United States Championship, with Bobby Lashley and Bronson Reed set to take on the reigning champion, Austin Theory. This championship match is expected to be a fierce free-for-all, with each wrestler vying for supremacy in the ring. ## Austin Theory vs. Bobby Lashley vs. Bronson Reed takes place on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ## WWE Backlash 2023: Austin Theory Vs. Bobby Lashley Vs. Bronson Reed Full Match & Highlights ## Lashley exhibits his power and agility with a forceful shoulder tackle to Austin, followed by blocking Reed's punch and returning with a fierce blow. The Dominator then delivers a crushing splash to Reed and a back elbow to Theory, which is succeeded by a robust shoulder thrust in the corner. Reed is not spared from Lashley's aggression, as he receives a punishing clothesline, causing Theory to be sent to the floor. However, Theory rebounds with a swift slingshot rolling dropkick to Lashley, disrupting his attempt to apply the Hurt Lock. Theory persists with a barrage of punches, as Bobby retaliates with a delayed vertical suplex to Austin. ## As Lashley retreats to the floor, Theory craftily trips him, enabling Reed to execute a devastating splash on his back. Reed then capitalizes on this momentum by whipping Lashley and crashing into him with a forceful splash. Theory seizes the opportunity to unleash a clothesline in the corner, and tensions rise as Reed and Theory exchange heated words. The duo proceeds to double-team Lashley, leaving him vulnerable to a snap mare and barrel roll from Theory, and a kick from Reed. ## With Lashley on the ropes, Theory arrogantly admonishes Reed before smashing Lashley with a splash in the corner. Reed adds insult to injury with a thunderous running body block. However, Lashley's immense strength prevails as he retaliates with a devastating choke slam to both Reed and Theory. Just as it seems Lashley is about to secure the victory with a spear to Theory, Reed pulls him off, narrowly saving the match. Reed follows up with a remarkable super kick to Lashley, and then executes a stunning Vader Bomb off the ropes to the floor. ## As Reed ascends the turnbuckles, aiming for a high-flying Tsunami, Theory cunningly crotches Reed by striking the ropes. Seizing the opportunity, Theory sets up for his signature move, the A Town Down. However, Lashley manages to evade Theory's attack and counters with his devastating Hurt Lock submission hold. Though Theory initially struggles and starts to lose consciousness, he manages to hit the ropes and springboards back, nearly pinning Lashley with a surprise move. ## As the action continues, Reed recovers and executes a spectacular Tsunami on Lashley, but before he can secure the pinfall, Theory intervenes, breaking up the cover. Showing tremendous resilience, Theory quickly rises to his feet and unleashes a fierce back elbow on Reed, followed by a forearm and a rolling blockbuster. Attempting to finish the match, Theory tries to lift Reed for the A Town Down, but Reed retaliates with a powerful power slam. ## Reed then heads to the top rope for a moonsault, but misses his target when Theory swiftly moves out of the way. Seizing the opportunity, Lashley delivers a spear to Reed, sending him out of the ring. In a bold move, Theory throws Lashley out of the ring, leaving him to get the three count on Reed and secure the victory. ## WWE Backlash 2023: Austin Theory Vs. Bobby Lashley Vs. Bronson Reed Match Winner ## WINNER: Austin Theory ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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The Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions, Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, will unite with Matt Riddle to face off against The Usos and Solo Sikoa at WWE Backlash. ## Matt Riddle, Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn Vs. The Bloodline takes place on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ## WWE Backlash 2023: Matt Riddle, Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn Vs. The Bloodline Full Match & Highlights ## The match commences with a display of physical prowess as Sami and Jey lock up, with the latter gaining an early advantage through a well-executed side headlock. Jey takes Sami down with a forceful shoulder tackle, and his team, the Bloodline, basks in their momentary triumph in the corner. Sami, however, refuses to be outdone and retaliates with a powerful clothesline that sends Jey scurrying back to his corner, with Jimmy itching to tag in. ## Seeing an opportunity to make his presence felt, Kevin takes the tag and unleashes a flurry of kicks and punches on Jimmy. In a show of bravado, Kevin mocks Solo and Jey with a lewd gesture. Jimmy fights back with a punch, but Kevin counters with a devastating back elbow and a back senton. Riddle tags in and continues the assault on Jimmy with a series of forearms and a gutwrench suplex. Sami tags in and hurls Jimmy into the turnbuckles twice, before launching himself off the top rope with a fierce elbow strike to the top of his opponent's head. ## A sudden twist in the match occurs when Solo tags himself in and zeroes in on Sami. Solo backs Sami into the corner and pummels him with a barrage of punches to the head. He follows up with a back elbow and sends Sami into the corner before tagging in Jimmy. Jimmy continues the onslaught with a shoulder to Sami's midsection, and Jey tags in to deliver a punishing forearm strike from the corner. With Sami reeling, Solo tags back in and drags him back to their half of the ring, where he lands a crushing boot to the midsection and a headbutt. ## Jimmy tags back in, and together with Solo, they perform a tandem move, commonly known as a "wishbone," on Sami. Jimmy goes for the cover, but Sami kicks out at the last moment. Jimmy locks Sami in a reverse chin lock, and despite Sami's valiant attempts to break free, Jimmy sends him crashing back to the mat with a kick. In a bid to eliminate any outside interference, Jimmy kicks Riddle off the apron. However, Sami manages to leapfrog over Jimmy and lands a vicious clothesline, though he is unable to capitalize. ## As the match progresses, Jey and Sami continue to engage in a high-stakes battle for supremacy. Sami manages to send Jey tumbling to the floor with a well-timed move, but Jey cunningly pulls Kevin off the apron to thwart Sami's attempts to make a tag. ## Jey takes advantage of the momentary distraction and slams Kevin's back into the unforgiving ring steps. Meanwhile, Riddle tries to intervene, but the referee promptly sends him to the apron, while Jimmy and Solo use the opportunity to choke Sami in the corner. Despite their blatant disregard for the rules, Jimmy and Solo deny any wrongdoing when questioned by the referee. ## Sami summons his inner strength and fights out of the corner with a series of punches, but Jey quickly halts his momentum with a Samoan drop. The referee checks on Sami's well-being and gives him the green light to continue. ## Solo tags in and lands a brutal punch on Sami, followed by a powerful headbutt. He then puts Sami on the turnbuckles and delivers a crushing punch to his midsection. However, Sami refuses to give up and fights back with a flurry of punches and kicks, followed by a jaw-dropping tornado DDT that leaves Solo reeling in pain. ## Riddle and Jimmy both make the tag, and Riddle immediately unleashes a series of kicks and punches on Jey, followed by a stunning Pele kick to Jimmy and a vicious jumping knee to Jey. Riddle continues his assault with a barrage of forearms and exploders on both opponents, culminating in a back senton that leaves them writhing in pain. ## Not content to rest on his laurels, Riddle takes to the apron and delivers a brutal kick to Solo before launching himself into the air with a gravity-defying Broton. He then slingshots himself back into the ring, only to be met with a devastating super kick from Jimmy, narrowly avoiding a pinfall. ## Undeterred, Owens enters the fray with a bang, scaling the top rope and executing a picture-perfect swanton on Jimmy for a near fall. He follows up with a fierce kick, but Jimmy manages to dodge a stunner. Owens retaliates with a blistering super kick, narrowly avoiding a double-team super kick from the Bloodline. Jimmy turns on his own partner, hitting Jey with a thunderous super kick, allowing Owens to deliver a devastating pop-up power bomb for another near fall. ## As the match rages on, Jey proves to be a formidable opponent, getting his knees up just in time to block Owens' swanton. Jey follows up with a flurry of punches, but Owens refuses to be intimidated, throwing punches right back at him. Owens lands a fierce head butt, and the two continue their heated exchange of blows. Owens delivers a stinging kick, but Jey manages to avoid his signature stunner. In a display of sheer athleticism, Jey responds with a powerful super kick, forcing Owens to come back with one of his own. ## Despite Owens' resilience, Jey refuses to back down, landing another devastating super kick. Owens tries to counter with a clothesline, but Jey manages to dodge it, leaving both competitors gasping for breath as the match reaches its fever pitch. ## Sami and Jimmy gracefully exchange in the ring, with Sami delivering a thunderous Blue Thunder Bomb, yet Jimmy manages to kick out before the referee's hand slaps the mat for the third time. Sami climbs up to the top turnbuckle, but Jimmy halts him with a swift kick. Another kick by Jimmy leads to Jey tagging in. ## The Samoan warriors intend to double superplex Sami, but he fights them off with a flurry of punches and elbows. Sami seizes the opportunity and sends both men crashing down with a strike that leaves them dazed. However, they bounce back with a double super kick, leaving Sami inches away from defeat. Jey points the finger of blame at Sami and adds insult to injury by slapping him across the face. Jey sprints towards Sami, but Solo hijacks the opportunity by tagging himself in. Solo, confident in his abilities, disregards Jey's plea to allow him to carry out the attack. Nevertheless, Jey interrupts, asserting that he is the one to take on Sami. ## Sami bides his time, waiting for the perfect moment to strike, and when the time comes, he pummels Solo with a Helluva kick. He follows it up with an exploder that sends Solo crashing into the turnbuckles, and another Helluva Kick that almost secures the victory. Solo's eyes lock on Sami and Jey, sprawled out on the mat. Seizing his chance, Solo moves in to attack Jey, but Riddle stops him in his tracks with a mighty knee strike. Riddle is, however, sent flying out of the ring by Jimmy. Owens lands a kick on Solo, but he is caught off guard by Solo's Samoan Spike. Solo intends to end it all with a Samoan spike, but Jey intervenes and rolls him up, earning a near fall. ## Jey hits a super kick on Owens, then ascends the turnbuckle for a frog splash, but Sami has other plans. Sami lifts his knees, and Jey lands on them, causing him to writhe in agony. Riddle tags in, unleashing an array of strikes on Solo, culminating in a knee strike and a devastating Bro Derek. Despite Riddle's efforts, Solo makes a sneaky blind tag, allowing him to hit the Samoan Spike and secure the victory. ## WWE Backlash 2023: Matt Riddle, Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn Vs. The Bloodline Match Winner ## WINNER: The Bloodline ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.