WWE Cruiserweight Classic August 24, 2016 Results and Review: A Mixed Bag of Wrestling

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The WWE Cruiserweight Classic had their final second round matches and it sets up the quarterfinals as the tournament continues. So far, I’ve seen all sorts of wrestling, but these last few bouts have been rather interesting. With that in mind, let’s discuss the following break down of 3 matches that made up the final second round offerings from August 24, 2016.

WWE Cruiserweight Classic August 24, 2016 Results and Review

Rich Swann def. Lince Dorado (Second Round Match)
Zack Sabre Jr. def. Drew Gulak (Second Round Match)
T.J. Perkins def. Johnny Gargano (Second Round Match)

WWE Cruiserweight Classic August 24, 2016 Review

Rich Swann def. Lince Dorado (Second Round Match)

Lince Dorado is a great lucha style wrestler. Swann has some great swagger and good backstory. This match was interesting, focusing on a mixed bag of wrestling. I don’t like Lince’s offense at times, it makes no sense to me. That’s my problem with a lot of the smaller guys, though. They are doing unnecessary things to entertain, but they defy logic. For instance, a plancha off the top to someone on the floor is unnecessary if the guy is already groggy. That’s just my two cents. This match was interesting with Swann going over with a strong style finish.

Match Rating: 4 out of 5

Zack Sabre Jr. def. Drew Gulak (Second Round Match)

This was an outstanding match up. I wasn’t convinced that Zack Sabre Jr. was worth the hype until I saw him in this one. Drew Gulak put on a showcase of strong style, fast paced mat wrestling, but it was Sabre Jr. that made me a believer. He took on the offense that Gulak had and then threw down some serious punishment, reversals, and just impressive move set. These guys were playing chess in the ring, and it was definitely the best I’ve seen in the tournament thus far.

Match Rating: 5 out of 5

T.J. Perkins def. Johnny Gargano (Second Round Match)

This main event was everything you’d want in a professional wrestling match. The match featured a lot of elements of standard mat wrestling, and some great back and forth high flying. Perkins has the charisma thing on lock, and Gargano’s precision is great to see. This was a match you’ll want to go back and watch this thing again. It was an instant classic in my opinion.

Match Rating: 5 out of 5