According to Chris Featherstone of WrestleVotes, the R-Truth run-in caused some "negative tension" behind the curtain, as he wrote in the exclusive Backstage Pass Patreon. Featherstone added that Triple H was allegedly happy with how the main event panned out.

Cena added another tally in his favor, but Orton was the better man in the latest match of their timeless feud

John Cena beat Randy Orton at WWE Backlash in St. Louis, which could indicate Cena's nearing retirement. R-Truth's interference led to Cena's win with a low blow and belt strike.