WWE Raw Review - MAJOR Backlash Developments! Asuka Costs IYO SKY The IC Title! The Oba Femi Open Challenge! The Vision RUIN Joe Hendry's Concert?!

The WhatCulture Wrestling podcast delivers a detailed review of the WWE Raw episode following WrestleMania, highlighting major story developments and character dynamics. Key moments include Jacob Fatu's shocking attack on Roman Reigns, culminating in Fatu stealing the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship and declaring his intent to take everything from Reigns. The episode also features Seth Rollins' strong promo over Bron Breaker, positioning him as the next big star, and a surprisingly emotional match between Becky Lynch and Io Sky, though both hosts critique the in-ring quality as underwhelming. The segment on Joe Hendry's musical entrance and his feud with The Vision is praised for its creative execution and fan engagement. Meanwhile, the podcast delves into the growing tension between Oba Femi and Grayson Waller, with Femi launching the 'Obafemi Open Challenge' as a new booking device. The hosts express excitement for Backlash, particularly the potential for a major title change, while also reflecting on broader concerns about WWE's declining in-ring standards and the impact of corporate decisions on storytelling. The discussion is rich with analysis, humor, and fan culture commentary, including a standout 'Goonah Comment of the Week' segment that satirizes online fan reactions to Roxanne Perez. The hosts, Adam Wilborn and Michael Sidgwick, balance critical insight with genuine enthusiasm, particularly for the bold direction of the Raw after WrestleMania. They praise the emotional weight of Fatu’s confrontation with Reigns, the creative use of music in Joe Hendry’s promo, and the potential long-term storytelling around the Oba Femi Open Challenge. Despite some reservations about match quality and booking patterns, the overall sentiment is one of optimism for the upcoming Backlash event and the evolving landscape of WWE’s main roster.