The race to crownthe first-ever WWE Women’s United States Champion has begun and Delta Airlines has thrown its support behind one SmackDown Superstar. Chelsea Green shared a video from a recent flight on social media, during which an attendant dubbed her “our future WWE Women’s United States Champion.” The positive vibes didn’t stop there as the attendant also acknowledged Green hitting one million followers on Instagram.
Green is one of 12 women confirmed for the tournament which will see its finals take place at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 14. The first-round matches for the tournament are as follows:
Bayley def. Candice LeRae & B-Fab on the Nov. 16 WWE SmackDown
Chelsea Green Vs. Bianca Belair Vs. Blair Davenport
Jade Cargill Vs. Michin Vs. Piper Niven
Naomi Vs. Tiffany Stratton Vs. Elektra Lopez
With her charisma and character work, Green has proven to be a favorite for many online. The former Women’s Tag Team Champion has made it loud and clear that she’s ready to win the tournament and become the first-ever Women’s U.S. Champion.
Whoever wins will etch their name in the history books alongside the likes of The Fabulous Moolah, Michelle McCool, and Becky Lynch as inaugural WWE Women’s Champions. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the Women’s U.S. Title tournament and whether Green is left feeling sky high if she becomes the first-ever champion.
Alexa Bliss is reassuring fans that she is eager to return to WWE, but unfortunately the timing of her comeback is out of her hands. On Monday, Bliss shared a “Where’s Alexa” meme on social media, sparking a wave of responses from fans who are excited to see her back in the ring.
She also addressed another fan’s comment suggesting she wasn’t interested in wrestling anymore, revealing instead that she’s been dealing with health issues since her last appearance.
You’re right – recovering from skin cancer removal, pregnancy, preeclampsia, and postpartum health complications back to back to back really does comes across as “doesn’t care” ?
Bliss’s most recent WWE match took place at the 2023 Royal Rumble PLE, where she faced then-Raw Women’s Champion Bianca Belair. Despite a post-match segment with Uncle Howdy hinting at a new storyline, Bliss disappeared from TV shortly afterward due to her pregnancy.
Despite the personal milestones and challenges Bliss has navigated during her nearly two-year absence, the 33-year-old remains enthusiastic about her in-ring return. Fans continue to hope for her comeback, and Bliss’s updates have kept the anticipation alive.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest updates on Alexa Bliss’s WWE future.
Becky Lynch assures her legion of fans, they haven’t seen the last of her.
Lynch has been out of the spotlight for the past several months. Her most recent WWE television appearance occurred on the May 27 edition of Monday Night Raw, when she attempted to recapture the Women’s World Championship from Liv Morgan in a steel cage match. She came up short that night, thanks to Dirty Dom slamming the cage door in her face and allowing Morgan to eek out a victory.
As the saying goes, The Man ‘”‘ain’t going out like that.’
On Sunday, Lynch appeared at the Vulture Fest in Hollywood, CA to discuss her best-selling memoir Becky Lynch: The Man: Not Your Average Average Girl. Naturally, she was asked about her future in wrestling.
“If you think I’m gonna go out with Dominik slamming a cage door in my face that’s definitely not gonna happen.”
Lynch is expected back on WWE television for the WWE Raw Netflix premiere on Monday, January 6, 2025 from Los Angeles.
Here’s a preview for tonight’s WWE Raw, broadcasting on the USA Network at 8/7c:
Bronson Reed vs Seth Rollins: The feud between these two superstars continues, with Reed seeking revenge for his loss to Rollins at Crown Jewel. Their last encounter ended in chaos, with WWE security struggling to contain the brawl.
Bron Breakker (c) vs Sheamus: Sheamus challenges Breakker for the IC title, one of the only championships that has eluded him throughout his WWE career.
LWO (Rey Mysterio & Zelina Vega) vs American Made (Chad Gable & Ivy Nile): The LWO looks to continue their winning streak in a mixed tag team match featuring these two factions.
The War Raiders (Erik & Ivar) vs The Judgment Day (Dominik Mysterio & Carlito): The War Raiders aim to soften up The Judgment Day ahead of their World Tag Team Championship match.
Plus, we’ll see appearances from World Heavyweight Champion Gunther, Damian Priest, Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan, The New Day, Women’s Tag Team Champions Jade Cargill, and Bianca Belair, and more.
Travis Scott’s wrestling fandom is no secret and now the rap artist has been gifted a custom Hardcore Championship, courtesy of Triple H. At Scott’s latest concert, the WWE’s Chief Content Officer stunned attendees with his surprise appearance and his unique gift for the founder of Cactus Jack Records.
When we say WWE goes big, we mean it. The first #WWERaw of the @netflix Era will be at the @IntuitDome in Los Angeles on January 6th, and @trvisXX will be there live and in person.
Last month, it was reported that Scott had been in talks to appear on the debut Raw of 2025. The rap artist has never shied away from his WWE fandom and performed at the recent ComplexCon which also featured CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, and other WWE names.
Scott is already a huge name in the world of music and his role with WWE will provide the opportunity for more crossover for rap and wrestling fans. Whether Travis Scott defends his Hardcore Championship, that remains to be seen, but expect plenty more from the artist, especially when Raw moves to Netflix in January.
WWE Monday Night Raw’s new era on Netflix will kick off from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California, with a very special guest. On X, WWE confirmed the location for the much-anticipated January 6, event and shared that Travis Scott will be there live. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, November 22, and will be available via Ticketmaster.
This confirmation comes after months of reports that the Intuit Dome would be the venue of choice for Raw’s new era on the streaming juggernaut. The 18,000-capacity venue opened its doors in Inglewood, California in August of this year is the home venue of the Los Angeles Clippers. The state-of-the-art facility will also host Olympic basketball during the 2028 Summer Games.
Last month, it was reported that Scott had been in talks to appear on the debut Raw of 2025. The rap artist has never shied away from his WWE fandom and partnered with Rey Mysterio at Fanatics Fest in August.
WWE Raw on Netflix
WWE’s lucrative deal with Netflix is valued at $5 billion over ten years and will see the red brand host all of its weekly events on the platform from January onwards. Fans outside the United States will also receive WWE SmackDown, NXT, and Premium Live Events.
CM Punk and Rey Mysterio made a joint appearance at Complex Con on Sunday, marking Punk’s first public outing since his grueling Hell in a Cell match against Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood 2024. Both WWE stars were seen engaging with fans, showcasing their charisma outside the ring.
The festival and exhibition brought together music, style, sneakers, pop culture, art, food, and innovation, featuring exclusive releases from influential brands, immersive experiences, and performances. Some of the highlights included live performances by Travis Scott and Playboi Carti, as well as a marketplace with hundreds of brands, retailers, and artists.
After an intense Hell in a Cell battle, CM Punk has been off WWE television, taking a well-deserved break. Punk appeared in high spirits, wearing a blue suit and interacting with fans by tossing merchandise into the crowd. Notably, he didn’t display any signs of injury.
Rey Mysterio, who has shared memorable matches and storylines with Punk in the past, joined him for the festivities. WWE even captured and shared moments from the event on social media.
Also appearing at Complex Con was Liv Morgan, who turned heads with her response to a fan’s question about her dream WWE match. She named the late WWE Hall of Famer Chyna.
Canadian wrestler Zoe Sager has become the latest addition to WWE’s Independent Development (ID) program, marking her as the first Canadian talent to join this initiative. The announcement was made during Northern Crown Wrestling’s event in Toronto on November 17, 2024.
Sager, trained by former WWE star Lance Storm and Michael Richard Blais, debuted in 2018 and has competed in promotions such as Love Pro Wrestling and Real Canadian Wrestling. She also appeared on AEW Dark Elevation in March 2023, facing Emi Sakura.
This signing brings the total number of WWE ID talents to 15, reflecting WWE’s ongoing efforts to recruit and develop independent wrestlers.
Posted November 17th, 2024 in WWE. Tagged: WWE ID.
Tama Tonga has hinted at significant developments involving The Rock and WWE’s Bloodline faction. Following The Rock’s unexpected appearance at the Bad Blood Premium Live Event in Atlanta six weeks ago, speculation has grown about his role within the Bloodline.
A prevalent theory suggests that The Rock is orchestrating Solo Sikoa’s revamped Bloodline, which now includes Jacob Fatu, Tonga Loa, and Tama Tonga. During The Rock’s appearance at Bad Blood, footage captured Sikoa mentioning that The Rock’s involvement was part of “the plan,” adding weight to this theory.
Solo mentioned Roman needs to find 4 other people for wargames. Not 3.
Now we know, Sami isn’t on Team Solo after he fooled him again.
But Back at Bad Blood, when The Rock returned solo said, “it’s all part of the plan”
Further fueling speculation, recent footage from SmackDown showed Tama Tonga making a throat-cut gesture similar to one The Rock made at Bad Blood. When a Twitter user claimed this gesture confirmed The Rock’s leadership of the Bloodline,
Tama Tonga responded with a cryptic “Shhhhhhhh,” suggesting that a revelation about The Rock’s involvement may be forthcoming.
Pharaoh is not worried about Larry outdrawing him in T-shirt sales because he has more products on the shelf.
Cody Rhodes’ dog Pharaoh has made many wrestling appearances alongside the current Undisputed Champion over the years in different companies. While CM Punk’s Larry has recently become a viral sensation after being featured in several WWE social media videos in the last few months.
The new-found stardom has led to Larry getting his own merchandise on WWE shop. His T-shirt specifically is said to be outdrawing even many wrestling legends in sales.
Pharoh Thinks He Is The Bigger Star
The American Nightmare was asked about the rumors of Larry’s T-shirt sales and how Pharoh feels about it in a new interview with Adrian Hernandez. Rhodes explained that Pharoh is not worried.
He suggested that Pharaoh finds himself to be the biggest star still with more number of products available to buy, including things like his much-loved plush toy:
“No I don’t think that’s a rumor. So Pharoh has more, this going to sound so inside, he has more SKUs on the shelf. He’s got a couple shirts, the plushes. So Larry is killing it. He should be [proud].
We love Larry in our house. CM Punk loves Pharaoh. But Larry’s not there yet. I don’t doubt Larry’s going to get there. We’re talking about dogs alright, it’s just dogs. Larry’s on his way.”
While Pharaoh might have more products on the shelf at the moment, Larry seems to be coming for his spot. With his own newly launched plush toy, the Punk clan member is definitely targeting the #1 position and Pharaoh will have to work extra hard if he wants to maintain his status in the ever-competitive world of pro wrestling.
Apart from this, Cody Rhodes also talked about things such as rumors of Rock’s WrestleMania 41 status, his Extreme Rules match with Big Show and more. You can check out his full interview below:
The Rock will have a key role to play at WrestleMania 41 next April, whether he’s in the ring or not, so says WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. Speaking to Adrian Hernandez at ComplexCon, Rhodes addressed the possibility of the Final Boss being involved in next year’s two-night spectacle which will take place from Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium.
“Whether he’s in the ring or not, he is very much still involved with what happens at 41. I know when he comes back, I know who he’ll come looking for, and I know what to expect.”
Rhodes’ comments come one month after a report that Johnson had informed WWE that he’d be too busy to make WrestleMania due to his Hollywood commitments. Johnson himself refuted the claim with some choice language on his Instagram.
The Rock calls bullshit on the Meltzer report that he told #WWE he won’t be at WrestleMania 41 pic.twitter.com/wfyhe3RkeZ
Whether The Rock appears or not, another name fans could see next April is Steve Austin, who missed this year’s festivities in Philadelphia. During the interview, Rhodes hoped that the Rattlesnake will be around for WrestleMania 41.
“The invitation’s there. He’s also not far, I mean, we could helicopter him 3 hours away, Great American Bash style… I just would like him to be around to see how we’re doing…. I hope he’s proud of all of us because he really has set the table for us.”
Whether he’s in the ring or not, fans can expect The Rock to play a pivotal role in next year’s Showcase of the Immortals, while Rhodes intends to headline the event for the fourth time. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on Cody Rhodes and The Rock as their paths seem destined to cross next April in Las Vegas, Nevada.
WWE’s final boss and Hollywood A-Lister Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has once again shown his generous side by giving the kids at the LA Watts Empowerment Center a brand new bus. On Instagram, Johnson shared a video of the special gifts to the kids, many of whom have never left their neighborhoods or enjoyed a fun day at the beach.
The kids will be traveling in style in their custom-made bus to a cinema to see Johnson’s new movie Red One, as he also gifted them tickets with popcorn. The kids also received $100 gift cards as the Most Electrifying Man in Sports Entertainment’s generosity knows no bounds.
The Watts Empowerment Center in Los Angeles aims to help children, youth, and families within Watts Housing Projects. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Dwayne Johnson and his major moves, both in and out of the world of entertainment.
Samantha Irvin’s unexpected departure from WWE took many by surprise, as have her comments about her views on ring announcing since her exit. This week, Irvin once again responded to a fan critical of what she’s had to say post-WWE and doesn’t believe she has ‘burned a bridge’ with the Sports Entertainment juggernaut.
Responding to an online commenter who said that Irvin and Ricochet have both burned bridges with WWE, Irvin said that she took to AI service Grok to find any proof of this.
So funny I asked Grok today what bad thing I said about WWE since I have no idea what everyone is talking about :)
Irvin later added that she tried to inject some personality into her role as a ring announcer with a comparison to the late comedy actor Robin Williams. Irvin believes those criticizing her now were hardly fans of her during her time with WWE which ended last month.
if people can’t see how I tried to sprinkle some Robin Williams on the announcing to make it something I could enjoy, they weren’t really seeing ME. They were just seeing an announcer- and so I can understand why me not liking memorizing stats and reciting match rules with no…
Some online commentators have taken issue with Irvin’s post-WWE comments, but here is what she has actually said:
In her initial farewell statement, Irvin shared love for the WWE fans and those working in the company. She said that she was grateful to Triple H for trusting her in the ring announcer role and that she was “proud to have used my voice” as part of WWE.
Irvin later clarified a false report about when she notified WWE of her exit. While the report said she only told WWE mere hours before an episode of Raw, Irvin actually informed higher-ups months earlier.
Irvin later said she didn’t like announcing, and had initially seen the role as a way into other WWE performances like a manager or GM. Irin made clear that she loves watching WWE action.
On this past Friday’s episode of WWE SmackDown, “Big” Bronson Reed solidified his allegiance with the new Bloodline faction by aiding them in a brutal assault on the OG Bloodline. The alliance was later confirmed on SmackDown Lowdown, naming Reed as the fifth member of the new Bloodline for the Men’s WarGames Match at WWE Survivor Series.
Reed wasted no time celebrating his inclusion, taking to his official Twitter (X) account to declare his intentions. In his post, Reed emphasized his dominance, vowing to take what he wants and asserting his recognition of Solo Sikoa as a leader.
“I told you, I’m coming for that spotlight. Raw, Smackdown, I’ll take it all. I do what I want when I want. I acknowledge SOLO. Also, it’s called AFAKASI, you damn morons!” Reed wrote.
I told you, I'm coming for that spotlight. Raw, Smackdown, I'll take it all! I do what I want when I want.
With Bronson Reed officially in their ranks, the new Bloodline appears stronger than ever as they prepare for the high-stakes WarGames clash against the OG Bloodline at Survivor Series.
A number of WWE names were present at the UFC 309 event this Saturday Night including the Chief Content Officer Triple H who got to meet Donald Trump at the show.
The president-elect was in attendance for the show alongside the announced co-head of his Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk. Trump got a huge response from the crowd during his entrance and the heavyweight champion Jon Jones also handed him the title belt for a bit after his win in the main event.
The WWE official who was in attendance with his wife Stephanie McMahon got to share a brief moment with the billionaire politician and UFC president Dana White during his visit:
Donald Trump is dancing, Elon Musk is here, RFK, and even bloody WWE’s main man Triple H too!
Triple H’s wasn’t the only WWE representative at the show. Both the Terror Twins in Rhea Ripley and Damian Priest were also in the arena and the official TKO account shared a video of them on Twitter.
Other notable names in attendance included legendary boxer Mike Tyson, and rapper Jelly Roll both of whom have made appearances on WWE TV before.
The WWE Top Brass has always had a good relationship with Donald Trump. Apart from his involvement in WWE storylines in the past, Trump also appointed Linda McMahon as the administrator of the Small Business Administration during his first presidential term.
Reports suggest that McMahon would be joining the new Trump cabinet as well, this time serving as the leader of the Department of Commerce.
There is also a lot of chatter about how Trump’s win will affect the ongoing investigations against Vince McMahon. You can check out our analysis on how the former WWE chairman can benefit from Trump’s presidency here.
The November 15 Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight created a lot of buzz around the world and both positive and negative reactions poured in from people online.
For WWE fans, the event brought a different kind of concern. A lot of viewers faced streaming issues for the show on Netflix, which made people wonder how things will play out when Raw is broadcasted live from the streaming platform every week starting this January.
Fightful Select spoke to people within WWE immediately after the fight. They were told that the company has been assured that the issues would be kept ‘kept at a minimum’ for their Netflix move.
One higher-up also said that if WWE ever did the type of traffic the unprecedented boxing match did, that would be a good problem to have. Raw currently averages between 1.5 million to 2 million viewers every week on USA Network.
The final streaming numbers for the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson event have not been released but the Netflix overnight data suggests that over 60 million households tuned in for the fight. While 50 million households tuned in for the co-main event of Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2, potentially making it the most-watched professional women’s sporting event in history.
Netflix also apparently showed the new Monday Night Raw logo while promoting the show’s debut during the Friday night event, which you can check out at this link.
Bayley believes her heel turn was vital for the longevity of her career.
The former Women’s Champion found a lot of success as a relatable babyface in NXT and then on the main roster starting in 2012. After 7 years of being a fan favorite, Bayley turned heel for the first time in late 2019.
Unlike a lot of wrestlers, the wrestling veteran used the opportunity to change a lot of things about her presentation. She debuted a new look and even got rid of her signature Bayley Buddies.
The WWE star talked about this change during an interview with Pro Wrestling Experience while promoting the upcoming Royal Rumble event in Indianapolis. Bayley explained that the heel turn was good for her career because her babyface character would not have survived during the pandemic era:
“I think about times like during the pandemic, I don’t know if that character would have been able to last through the pandemic and have the type of success that I did then.
So I always credit them [for] allowing me to have that moment and them allowing me to explore my growth because I didn’t feel that what I was doing at the time was gonna extend my career any longer. So I knew I needed to turn that page and just make something different happen.”
The former NXT star mentioned that she does feel like she lost a genuine connection with fans when she turned heel. Bayley admitted that she wonders where she would be if she had never made the turn. The character however, also afforded her the opportunity to do some things that she always wanted to do:
“As a fan, I wanted to do everything. I want to be a bad guy, I want to be a good guy, I wanna get married in WWE. I want to have all the crazy storylines, so that was the first taste of doing something different for myself. I catered to a lot of the fans coming in, but that was something I felt I needed for my career, so I don’t regret that at all.”
Bayley formed the villainous group Damage CTRL during her heel run back in July 2022. The group led to the female star turning face once again earlier this year after she won the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble match and challenged IYO SKY for the title.
This month’s WWE Survivor Series premium live event will feature an earlier start time, similar to WWE Bad Blood last month. On Saturday, November 30, 2024, WWE Survivor Series: War Games will stream live on Peacock, beginning at 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT / 11 PM GMT from the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia.
This event marks WWE’s first premium live event in Vancouver since 1998, when WWF Rock Bottom: In Your House was held at the same venue, then called General Motors Place.
WWE Survivor Series Matches
Men’s WarGames Match: Team OG Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos, Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, Sami Zayn and a final partner TBA) vs. Team Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, and Bronson Reed).
World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Damian Priest
WWF Rock Bottom Results
WWF Rock Bottom: In Your House, held on December 13, 1998, featured several exciting matches that showcased the talent of various wrestlers in the WWF.
Gillberg defeated Matt Hardy to retain the WWF Light Heavyweight Championship (1:02)
D’Lo Brown & Mark Henry defeated Supply and Demand (5:54)
The Headbangers defeated The Oddities (6:29)
Steve Blackman defeated Owen Hart (8:38)
The Brood (Christian, Edge & Gangrel) defeated The J.O.B. Squad (Al Snow, Bob Holly & Scorpio) (9:34)
The New Age Outlaws (Billy Gunn & The Road Dogg) defeated The Corporation (Ken Shamrock & The Big Bossman) to retain the WWF World Tag Team Championship (17:04)
Stone Cold Steve Austin defeated The Undertaker in a Buried Alive match (16:25)
Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline has recruited their fifth member for the upcoming WarGames match and it might be a matter of huge concern for Roman Reigns and his teammates.
This week’s episode of SmackDown from Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin featured Sikoa and his cousins in a segment. Sikoa took the mic and asked Milwaukee to acknowledge him.
Roman Reigns then came out with Sami Zayn and The Usos and the two sides got into a brawl. Reigns took out Solo with a spear and then he came face to face with Jacob Fatu in the ring as others fought outside.
Before the Tribal Chief could get his hands on the Samoan Werewolf however, Bronson Reed attacked him from behind, revealing himself as the fifth member of the team consisting of Solo, Fatu, Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa.
The two teams then continued the brawl for a while. The segment finally ended with Reed and others standing tall after the former delivered a Tsunami to Roman Reigns:
This wasn’t the only major development in the Bloodline story tonight. After getting beaten up during the brawl segment, the Usos urged Roman Reigns to ‘make the call.’
SmackDown then ended with a backstage segment where Roman finally decided to call his ‘Wiseman’ Paul Heyman. The call couldn’t connect, however, and Roman got an automated message saying that the number was out of service.
This segment makes things very interesting as Roman’s group is still one member short for WarGames. The big question now is if Paul Heyman will return before Survivor Series on November 30 and help them find a suitable name to finally complete the team.
The new logo for WWE Monday Night Raw heading into the Netflix era has apparently been revealed. WWE’s flagship show is set to leave the Cable network for the first time in history and become a streaming exclusive this January.
During the most recent Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight event that aired live on the streaming platform, the company promoted this move with what appeared to be a new logo for the show. Please note that WWE has not confirmed the logo change officially as of this writing:
There are a lot of questions on what changes Raw will see when it leaves USA Network. The expected length of the show is one of the biggest discussion points among the fans.
Though with the streaming service not having the same restrictions as cable, it’s very much possible that the length of the show will vary from week to week depending on storylines and angles.
There is also curiosity about the inclusion of more mature themes into the programming, as Netflix will come with a lot more freedom when it comes to choosing the subject matter for the show.
Stars such as Roman Reigns and Dominik Mysterio, however, have advocated for the programming to remain more consistent with recent years. They seem to believe that a drastic change will not be the right move.
Braun Strowman helped out LWO against Judgment Day after this week’s episode of SmackDown from Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin went off air.
The dark main event after this week’s show saw Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee challenging Finn Balor and JD McDonagh for the tag team championships.
Carlito who was at the ringside for the champions interrupted the bout mid-way. When the group tried to take advantage of their numbers and attack the challengers, Braun Strowman came out to make the save.
The Monster Among Men ended up joining Lee and Mysterio and the match was converted into a six men tag. The former Universal Champion picked up the victory for his team in the end and the babyfaces stood tall to end the night:
The November 15 WWE tapings featured a lot of noteworthy moments, this included the crowning of a new Speed Champion before SmackDown in a match that will air later in the month.
Shinsuke Nakamura also made his first TV appearance since April. He attacked a current champion, indicating that he has championship gold in his mind.
After Bronson Reed was revealed as The 5th member of Solo Sikoa’s WarGames team, Roman Reigns tried to reach out to his wise man but got an automated response instead.
WWE has teased Paul Heyman’s return to TV, though there might still be some road bumps in the way of his reunion with Roman Reigns.
The Tribal Chief has successfully reassembled the original Bloodline ahead of his WarGames match with Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline at Survivor Series. They are still one member short of the requirement for the upcoming match, however.
The group of Reigns, Sami Zayn and the Usos will need a real powerhouse to counter Bronson Reed who was revealed as the fifth member of the opposite team during the November 15 SmackDown.
Reigns apparently felt the need to bring Heyman back into the fold after Reed took him out during the show. He was seen calling The Wise Man after the main event. Unfortunately for the former World Champion, the call failed to connect and it was revealed that the number was not in service anymore:
The fact that the call got such a huge pop and then the air was taken out of everyone's lungs when it didn't connect….the story going this strong 3 years in is just unbelievable. #WWESmackDown#RomanReignspic.twitter.com/Nkx74pk57x
— Anutosh Bajpai || SEScoops || Wrestling News (@AuthorAnutosh) November 16, 2024
Paul Heyman was last seen on WWE TV during the June 28th episode of SmackDown. Heyman refused to acknowledge Solo as the Tribal Chief and was subsequently taken out by Sikoa and his cousins.
Elsewhere in the show, we saw Sami Zayn trying to recruit US Champion LA Knight as the fifth member of their WarGames team. Knight, however, refused the offer before being attacked by a returning star.
With only 2 more episodes of SmackDown to go before Survivor Series on November 30, the big question is who will finally join Roman and his allies in the upcoming battle and if Heyman will play a role in finding the final member.
Andrade had defeated the inaugural WWE Speed Champion Ricochet to win the title back in June. The One and Only held the belt for 42 days before dropping it to the Mexican star and exiting the company.
WWE Speed Title matches generally air on Fridays before PPVs so it’s likely that we will see this title change ahead of the Survivor Series: WarGames event on November 30.
This wasn’t the only notable moment of the night. The SmackDown broadcast also saw the return of Shinsuke Nakamura who had been absent from WWE programming since April.
Nakamura attacked US Champion LA Knight after his successful title defense against Humberto. This suggests that Shinsuke will be going after the title in the coming times.
WWE also revealed the brackets for the announced tournament to crown the new Women’s US Champion on the show. You can check it out here.
Shinsuke Nakamura made a surprise return to WWE television on this week’s episode of SmackDown. The show featured LA Knight successfully defending his WWE United States Championship against Humberto. However, the celebration was short-lived as Nakamura ambushed Knight from behind, making a bold statement upon his return.
While WWE has not officially announced when Nakamura will challenge Knight for the US Title, his actions suggest a brewing rivalry.
Nakamura has been absent from WWE television since April 22, when he faced Sheamus on Raw. Since then, he has only participated in dark matches and house shows, including appearances on the European tour in August ahead of Bash in Berlin. Reports indicate that WWE had no creative plans for Nakamura during this hiatus, leaving him off television for an extended period.
Fans can also look forward to Nakamura’s international appearance in January 2025, when he is scheduled to face Ulka Sasaki.
WWE’s return to the Madison Square Garden on December 26 will feature Seth “Freakin” Rollins will face Bronson Reed inside the confines of a Steel Cage.
? BREAKING ? Seth "Freakin" Rollins vs. 'Big' @BRONSONISHERE in a steel cage match at the annual @WWE Live Holiday Tour at The Garden on Dec 26!
