WWE Payback 2017: Every Match Ranked From Worst To Best

2. Raw Tag Titles: The Hardy Boyz (c) Vs. Cesaro & Sheamus

Result: Jeff kills Sheamus with a Swanton Bomb to retain the titles (12:45).

Rating: Accept the never-in-doubt end result and this was a really enjoyable sit, taking a classic tag match formula and injecting some welcome roughness into the mix.

The unintended highlight was Jeff seemingly getting legit stunned by Sheamus' Brogue Kick to the point that he nearly screwed up the finish by standing in the wrong corner (and having to be corrected by the referee).

However, the real story here isn't the rock solid match itself, but rather the excellent post-match heel turn by Cesaro and Sheamus, which will hopefully pay off with a stipulation rematch in the near-future. Overall, great pacing, performances and booking. 7/10