WWE United Kingdom Championship: Every Match Ranked From Worst To Best
9. First Round: James Drake Vs. Joseph Conners
Result: Connors drills Drake with the Don't Look Down (Flatliner) to win (7:12).
Rating: Michael Cole built this up as a potential show-stealer, and while it ultimately fell short of that claim, it was still a highly visceral contest.
There was strong psychology from the outset as Drake attacked Connors' vulnerable ear, but though it was an entertaining exhibition, if there's any major gripe, it's that this one probably could've gone a bit longer given how well matched the two were.
They clearly had a lot to offer, but in seven minutes it's hard to put it all out there, so you have to feel a little bad for them. Still, a good battle no doubt. 6/10