Wwe: Backlash 2009 [DVD]

Coming three weeks after a disappointing Wrestlemania this was an extremely satisfying show. There were five good matches, three new champions (all of whom were very deserving) and almost nothing that could be described as poor.ECW title: Christian vs Jack Swagger 8/10Another quality match from the reliable as ever Christian. They logically played up Swagger's size and power and made Christian seem like an underdog. I was very pleased by Christian's victory here.Chris Jericho vs Ricky Steamboat 7/10This was really exciting in places and is a credit to both Steamboat and Jericho. There were some very nice false finishes and Steamboat looked remarkably good for a 56 year old. Really this match should have been booked at Wrestlemania 25 instead of that handicap match.CM Punk vs Kane 5/10It was adequate, but I think that after Punk's Money in the bank victory at Wrestlemania he should have been given a better opponent than the bumbling Kane, I also feel that Punk should have won (Kane's victory didn't really achieve anything). Still, Punk persevered and the match was decent enough.I Quit match: Matt Hardy vs Jeff Hardy 9/10I preferred this to Matt and Jeff's rushed Extreme Rules match at 'Mania, here they were allocated more time enabling them to concentrate on telling a coherent story rather than just racing through stunts. The finish with Jeff casually performing a legdrop through the table was brilliant.Santino Marella vs Beth Phoenix 0/10This was clearly intended to be the comedy relief for the evening, but it wasn't funny and it also gave Vince McMahon another opportunity to humiliate Jim Ross when Santino claimed he was in a relationship with Ross. The only pointless inclusion of the show.WWE title: Triple H, Batista and Shane McMahon vs Randy Orton, Ted DiBiase and Cody Rhodes 9/10A very well booked and executed six man tag team match (in spite of Shane McMahon's presence). It was also great that DiBiase and Rhodes got a chance to shine here after being excluded from Wrestlemania. Credit must also go to Triple H for putting Orton over by pinfall rather than having Batista or Shane do it.Last Man Standing match for the World title: Edge vs John Cena 10/10Thanks to Edge this was one of John Cena's finest matches ever. There were plenty of big moves, weapons and movement to keep it exciting including a spectacular spot where Cena gives Edge the Attitude adjustment from the announce desk into the crowd. The finish came when Big Show chokeslammes Cena into a big spotlight after which Cena was counted out and Edge regained the World title, another result I was thrilled by.While there were no matches as good as Undertaker vs Shawn Michaels at Wrestlemania 25, overall this show was far more consistent than 'Mania and, as I mentioned, the results of the matches were mostly very pleasing. A thoroughly entertaining show, this is one of WWE's best pay per views.

Comming of a disapointed WM 25, this ppv blows the roof. Absolute highlights are the Six-man tag team match for the wwe-championship...and the fantastic Last man Standing match for the World Heavyweight belt, which has a schocking ending.The undercard matches are pretty good too....except for 2:The Great Khali kiss cam with Santina Marella.And Ricky The Dragon Steamboat vs. Chris Jericho...why on earth the wwe would continue these two embarising storylines from WM 25, I have no idea..But apart from that, a very entertaining show.Recommendations: No Way Out 2009 [DVD ] WWE - Bragging Rights 2009 [DVD ] WWE Summerslam 2009 (Steelbook) [DVD ] WWE - Survivor Series 2009 (Steelbook) [DVD ] WWE - Royal Rumble 2009 (Steelbook) [DVD ] Hell in a Cell 2009 [DVD ] Wwe - Hell in a Cell [DVD ] WWE - Iron Will: The Anthology Of WWE's Toughest Match [DVD ] WWE - The Greatest Cage Matches Of All Time [DVD ]

The dvd arrived within the expected time of arrival which is great, but the dvd will not play the last 3 chapters including the main event, not impressed!

great

Arrived earlier than expected. good fun entertainment. must have

another great dvd for my son for Christmas. I even enjoyed watching this one due to Randy Orton perfect body!!!!

Perfect condition

Very happy with my purchase.