At the WWE Clash in Paris Premium Live Event, Logan Paul and John Cena faced off in a match that generated significant attention. The event, held recently in Paris, showcased Logan Paul WWE Clash in Paris moments that stirred controversy due to his use of a signature maneuver belonging to another wrestling promotion’s star.
Logan Paul’s Controversial Use of Hangman Adam Page’s Finisher
Logan Paul, who transitioned from YouTube fame to become a professional wrestler, participated in the Clash in Paris event as a WWE United States Champion and an evolving in-ring competitor. During the match with Cena, Paul performed the Buckshot Lariat, a finishing move famously used by AEW World Champion Hangman Adam Page. This decision ignited backlash on social media, especially on X, where fans criticized Paul’s execution of the move and urged him to stop using the finisher that many associate exclusively with “The Anxious Millennial Cowboy.”
One fan went as far as to claim that Logan Paul executed the Buckshot Lariat better than CM Punk, adding another layer to ongoing fan debates over the move’s effectiveness and ownership.
Recap of WWE Clash in Paris Match Outcomes
The Clash in Paris event featured six main matches, including three championship contests. The card concluded with notable results shaping the WWE narrative:
- Roman Reigns secured a victory against Bronson Reed, with Paul Heyman by his side.
- The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis) retained the Tag Team Championship by defeating The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), accompanied by their respective allies Uncle Howdy, Erick Rowan, Nikki Cross, and B-Fab.
- Becky Lynch successfully defended the Women’s Intercontinental Championship against Nikki Bella.
- Rusev emerged victorious over Sheamus.
- John Cena defeated Logan Paul in their headline match.
- Seth Rollins retained the World Heavyweight Championship by winning a Fatal Four-Way match against CM Punk, Jey Uso, and LA Knight.
Looking Ahead to WWE’s Upcoming Wrestlepalooza Event
Following the aftermath of Clash in Paris, WWE has announced its next major Premium Live Event titled Wrestlepalooza, scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025. The event will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana, promising further developments in WWE storylines and championship rivalries.
The controversial use of the Buckshot Lariat by Logan Paul at the Clash in Paris has amplified discussions about wrestling move ownership and loyalty between competing promotions, fueling ongoing debates among fans and wrestlers alike. As WWE progresses toward Wrestlepalooza, all eyes remain on Logan Paul’s evolving performance and the impact of his actions on his wrestling career and fan reception.
