WWE TLC 2016: Ranking Every Match From Worst To Best
1. World Title TLC Match: AJ Styles (c) Vs. Dean Ambrose
Result: After James Ellsworth turns heel on Ambrose by pushing him off the ladder through a table, AJ grabs the belt to retain (30:50).
Rating: This was a rock solid main event that just lacked that little something to elevate it to greatness. There were some fantastic spots here (especially AJ's 450 onto the tables), even if fans had to get over the comedy of AJ having a sizable tear in his ring attire.
The ending made sense story-wise but it also felt like Ellsworth's involvement basically tainted what was a thrilling back-and-forth athletic contest. When people watch this match in 10 years' time, the Ellsworth connection will probably feel very weird and dated.
Still, it was easily the best match on the show and the best bout AJ and Ambrose have put on to date. Also of interest and perhaps disappointment to some was the absence of The Undertaker, who was persistently rumoured to show up and throw the gauntlet at AJ's feet. 7/10
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