WWE Adds Major Title Match For Backlash

Apollo Crews got his first major win when he captured the United States Championship. Now he has the first rival of his title run. United States Champion Apollo Crews will face Andrade at WWE Backlash for the title.

Last night on Monday Night RAW, Andrade was part of a triple threat match to decide the No.1 contender for the United States Championship. Andrade won the matchup over Kevin Owens and Angel Garza. 

Kevin Owens was close to a win after hitting his signature move on Graza but Andrade stole the win after dropping Owens out of the ring. He has now secured a shot at the title but Andrade coming out on top is highly unlikely as Crews just began his reign. Crews had originally won the title from Andrade himself back on May 25th episode of RAW. 

Apollo Crews responds

After debuting a new theme song last night, Apollo Crews seems to be having the time of his life as a champ. Later, Crews came in for a short interview to speak about his Backlash opponent.

“Well, you know, Andrade beat some tough competitors out there – Kevin Owens and Angel Garza,” Crews said. “I’ve been in the ring with both of them… very, very tough competitors, but I beat Andrade once for this championship and I’m just not ready to give it up yet. So, I’ll tell you what… at Backlash I’ll beat Andrade once again and I’ll retain my United States Championship“, Apollo Crews said.

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Crews would be no fan of giving away his title. He has just begun his ascent to the top of WWE and a win over Andrade would end their rivalry. He could then go on to face various Superstars and cement his place in the company.