WWE Fastlane 2019: Every Match Ranked From Worst To Best

2. WWE United States Title: Samoa Joe (C) Vs. Rey Mysterio Vs. Andrade Vs. R-Truth

WWE Fastlane 2019 Samoa Joe Rey Mysterio R Truth
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Result: Mysterio passes out to the Coquina Clutch, allowing Joe to retain (10:50).

Rating: On paper this had so much potential to steal the show, and despite its brevity it basically lived up to that potential. Rey Mysterio was the surprise MVP, again proving just how valuable he continues to be.

But everyone got their fair due here, and even R-Truth was given space to make valid contributions to the layout rather than just being a goofy wild card addition.

Pretty much anyone other than Mysterio would've been a fitting winner, but it was neat to see Joe retain with such dominance, and props to Rey for fading so fast.

Slap another five minutes of mayhem on this match and it could've flirted with 5-star territory. 8/10

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