Backlash ( WWE 2K19 Universe Mode Series 1)

Backlash was a PPV scheduled by Gore and Perkins for the WWE 2K19 Universe Mode first series. It was the first dual-branded PPV for WWE 2K19 meaning Raw and SmackDown ( *Drafted superstars can be chosen to go down to NXT at any time by either Gore or Perkins.) could compete at the show.

Storylines:

In the WWE 2K19 Draft, Andrade "Cien" Almas was the first superstar drafted to SmackDown. On the 2nd episode of Universe Mode, Almas defeated John Cena, which earned him a shot at the WWE Championship. Jeff Hardy defeated Seth Rollins, which also earned Hardy a shot at the WWE Championship. The two were scheduled to fight at the PPV.

Also on the 2nd episode of Universe Mode, Daniel Bryan defeated Jinder Mahal. This earned him a shot at the United States Championship. Later, Aleister Black defeated Chris Jericho, which earned him a shot at the US Championship. A match between the two was scheduled.