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Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens engaged in a heated verbal exchange on SmackDown, breaking from their usual appearances as Rhodes opted for a tracksuit while Owens donned a tuxedo-style shirt. Despite SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis claiming Owens wasn’t in the building, KO emerged through the crowd to address Rhodes from outside the ring.

The confrontation reached its peak when Owens made a startling declaration about his true feelings. While addressing his recent attack on Randy Orton, Owens revealed he actually loved Orton before turning to Rhodes to declare, “I hate you,” to the Undisputed WWE Champion.

Rhodes fired back, suggesting Owens’ hatred was self-directed, stemming from KO’s decision to align with The Original Tribal Chief after Roman Reigns and The Bloodline repeatedly attempted to end his career. Rhodes emphasized this alliance would be “one-and-done,” displaying visible anger at Owens’ words.

The tension continued backstage when Carmelo Hayes made remarks about Rhodes “finally getting told off,” leading to an altercation that required Nick Aldis’ intervention.

The Rock’s WrestleMania 41 plans might surprise fans, Rhodes says

The speculation surrounding The Rock‘s future in WWE continues to grow following his appearance at Bad Blood in October. In a recent interview with Adrian Hernandez, Cody Rhodes addressed the rumors about potential matches with both himself and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41.

Rhodes praised The Rock’s involvement in WWE’s current success, noting his collaboration with Nick Khan and Triple H has contributed to the company’s record era. “Rock is the director of the board. The man that is the ‘Final Boss,’ Dwayne Johnson is different from the ‘Final Boss,’” Rhodes explained, adding that fans should “keep the rumors going” while hinting at surprising developments for WrestleMania 41.

While The Rock’s participation at WrestleMania 41 seems likely, discussions have also emerged about his possible appearance at the 2025 Royal Rumble, particularly if he sets his sights on Rhodes’ championship.

WWE released exclusive footage showing CM Punk and Roman Reigns’ intense face-off following their unexpected alliance on SmackDown. The November 22 episode in Salt Lake City featured a dramatic conclusion as Paul Heyman returned to introduce Punk as the final member of the Original Bloodline for Survivor Series WarGames.

After his entrance, Punk wasted no time making his presence felt, sparking a brawl between both Bloodline factions. The Delta Center erupted as Punk and Reigns stood face-to-face in their first WWE encounter since Punk’s return to the company.

WWE’s social media channels later shared an extended look at the post-show moment. The footage captured Reigns, Sami Zayn, and The Usos raising their ones to the sky while Punk performed his signature Go To Sleep taunt.

EXCLUSIVE: @CMPunk, @WWERomanReigns, The Usos and @SamiZayn continue to stand tall after #SmackDown goes off the air. pic.twitter.com/X2Ru7bhrxc

— WWE (@WWE) November 23, 2024

Paul Heyman mastermind behind CM Punk addition

The night’s events unfolded after Solo Sikoa confronted the Original Bloodline, challenging them over their missing fifth member. Sikoa offered Roman’s group a chance to join forces, warning them to surrender or “die where you stand.”

Before Reigns could respond, Heyman made his return to WWE television. The Wise Man announced that WarGames would indeed be a five-on-five match, leading to Punk’s explosive entrance and the ensuing chaos.

The Survivor Series WarGames match will feature Punk, Reigns, Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, and Sami Zayn against Sikoa’s team of Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, and Tanga Loa in Vancouver on November 30.

Jade Cargill was rushed to hospital during SmackDown after being found unconscious through a car windshield. The incident occurred during Bianca Belair’s US Women’s Championship tournament match against Chelsea Green and Blair Davenport.

SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis quickly responded to the scene alongside producers. Belair abandoned her match upon seeing footage of her injured tag team partner. When she reached the incident site, she found Bayley already there, ready to accompany Cargill to the hospital.

A tense moment unfolded as Belair asserted her position as Cargill’s partner, choosing to ride in the ambulance herself. Bayley and Naomi could only watch with concern as the ambulance departed with Belair, Cargill, and officials.

Updates on Cargill’s condition are expected in the coming days before the next WWE show. The perpetrator of the attack remains unknown at this time.

Rhea Ripley storms SmackDown ahead of WarGames

The November 22 episode of SmackDown saw chaos unfold when Rhea Ripley made an unexpected appearance during a tag team match between Bayley and Naomi against Tiffany Stratton and Candice LeRae.

The situation escalated after WWE Women’s Champion Nia Jax interfered, attacking Bayley and Naomi. When IYO SKY attempted to help, she faced opposition from Raquel Rodriguez and Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan. Ripley, wearing a protective mask due to a fractured right orbital socket, charged in with a kendo stick to defend her WarGames teammates.

Triple H shared insights about WWE’s creative direction during an appearance on New Hampshire’s Greg & The Morning Buzz radio show. The Chief Content Officer discussed how he manages feedback and adapts to changing audience preferences.

Speaking about receiving input during shows, Triple H explained that most people know not to text him while broadcasts are ongoing. He drew parallels between wrestling criticism and music preferences, noting how perspectives often vary across generations.

“There is a saying about when things start to leave you in life. The first thing to go is music,” Triple H said. “How many people say, ‘Music today sucks. Back in my day, that’s when they made good music.’ No, you’re just old, dude.”

The WWE executive emphasized that success comes from delivering what audiences want rather than personal preferences. “I learned this 30 years the hard way. It is in no way shape or form about what I want. It’s about what they want. If it becomes about what I want, then the show will die.”

Current Bloodline storyline sparks discussion about WWE’s creative direction

Despite Triple H’s philosophy about audience-driven content, recent developments in the Bloodline storyline have raised questions about pacing and creative decisions. The rapid shifts in character alignments, including Roman Reigns’ face turn and Sami Zayn’s quick reintegration into the group, contrast with the methodical storytelling that defined earlier chapters of the saga.

The addition of Bronson Reed to Solo Sikoa’s team and the subsequent search for a fifth member on Reigns’ side has introduced new elements to what was primarily a family-focused narrative. These changes, implemented to accommodate the upcoming Survivor Series WarGames match, echo past criticisms of premium live events forcing storylines to fit predetermined match types.

Paul Heyman made waves on Friday Night SmackDown in Salt Lake City, revealing CM Punk as the fifth member of Roman Reigns’ team for Survivor Series: WarGames. The announcement led to an immediate brawl between the Original Bloodline and Solo Sikoa’s faction.

Following SmackDown, Punk shared his reaction through an Instagram story featuring a still from the 1995 film Heat, with the quote “Well ya know, for me, the action is the juice.” The moment marked a significant turn in Punk’s limited in-ring appearances since his WWE return at last year’s Survivor Series: WarGames.

The tension between Punk and Reigns was evident during their intense staredown at the show’s conclusion, with Heyman visibly concerned as he watched his past and present associates face each other. Questions remain about whether the two stars can work together effectively at Survivor Series: WarGames to defeat The Bloodline.

Paul Heyman orchestrates shocking reunion with CM Punk

Heyman’s return to WWE programming proved pivotal in bringing CM Punk into the Original Bloodline’s fold. Their history dates back to Punk’s historic WWE Championship reign between 2011 and 2013, where Heyman served as mentor during the 400-plus day title run.

Rumors had circulated about Punk’s potential involvement with Reigns’ team through Heyman’s influence. The Wiseman’s appearance during SmackDown’s final segment validated these speculations, leading to the dramatic confrontation that closed the show.

WWE’s flagship show RAW will make its streaming debut on Netflix starting January 6, 2025, marking the platform’s latest venture into live sports programming. The streaming giant’s journey into live events has seen both successes and challenges throughout 2024.

Triple H addressed potential streaming concerns during an appearance on Greg and the Morning Buzz, referencing Netflix’s recent experience with the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match. Despite widespread buffering issues, the event drew an impressive 60 million households.

“If our first night buffers and they come and say there were 60-70 million households watching, I’ll be good with the buffering,” Triple H said, maintaining an optimistic outlook about the partnership’s potential reach.

Netflix’s track record with live events in 2024 has been mixed. While the hot dog eating competition between Kobayashi and Joey Chestnut streamed without technical difficulties, the highly anticipated Tyson vs. Paul bout faced significant streaming challenges.

Triple H could form new faction with WWE champions on SmackDown

As WWE prepares for its streaming transition, Triple H continues to reshape the company’s programming. Recent developments on SmackDown suggest a potential new faction might emerge, featuring Johnny Gargano and current WWE Tag Team Champions, The Motor City Machine Guns.

The possibility gained traction after tensions emerged between Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa on SmackDown, with The Motor City Machine Guns coming to Gargano’s aid following a confrontation. Given Gargano’s existing relationship with Alex Shelley, whom he considers a “big brother,” the alliance appears natural.

While the formation remains speculative, such a move would align with Triple H’s track record of creating compelling storylines and maximizing talent potential since taking creative control.

CM Punk‘s surprise appearance as the fifth member of the OG Bloodline’s WarGames team marks his first match since defeating Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood 2024. The return, orchestrated by Paul Heyman, places him alongside Roman Reigns, The Usos, and Sami Zayn.

According to WRKD Wrestling, Punk’s decision to join the OG Bloodline will play into an upcoming feud with Seth Rollins, who turned down the same opportunity citing his issues with Roman Reigns. Reports suggest this storyline will build toward a match at WrestleMania 41, with Punk expected to highlight how he “stepped up when Rollins didn’t.”

The wrestling world now awaits Rollins’ reaction to Punk taking the spot originally intended for him. Whether their rivalry ignites immediately after Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 or develops into next year remains to be seen.

Complex history between CM Punk and The Shield resurfaces

The roots of this story trace back to the 2012 Survivor Series, where CM Punk introduced The Shield – consisting of Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, and Dean Ambrose – as his mercenaries. The group helped Punk secure multiple victories before eventually turning against him, leading to a notable singles match where Reigns defeated Punk on Raw in January 2014.

In a recent interview with Peter Rosenberg at Complex Con, Punk addressed his history with The Shield members. “I think whenever myself and Roman Reigns are face-to-face on television, that’s going to be a moment,” Punk stated, adding that questions about his relationships with both Reigns and Rollins would play out on television.

The Great Khali expressed interest in facing The Rock in a Punjabi Prison match during a recent interview with The Lallantop. The former World Heavyweight Champion revealed The Final Boss was his favorite wrestler before joining WWE.

“Punjabi Prison match. I would like to do another one with The Rock. It’ll be fun. But I’m aware that it cannot happen. He was my favorite wrestler. When I joined WWE, he had left the promotion. Later, I left, and he returned,” Khali said.

The Punjabi Prison match was introduced during Vince McMahon’s leadership, designed to reflect Khali’s cultural heritage. His previous attempt in the structure came at No Mercy 2007, where he failed to retain his title against Batista.

Rock could replace injured star at Survivor Series

The Rock might make an unexpected appearance at Survivor Series following reports of a potential injury to Tonga Loa.

During RAW’s final show before the premium live event, Loa could face a brutal attack from CM Punk and the OG Bloodline, featuring multiple finishing moves including superkicks, a Helluva Kick, and GTS.

If Loa is removed from action, The Final Boss might step in as the fifth member of Solo Sikoa’s team at Rogers Arena in Vancouver. This development would add intrigue to the WarGames match, particularly given the recent friction between The Rock and Roman Reigns.

.@cmpunk joins The OG Bloodline and the teams are set for the #WarGames match next Saturday at #SurvivorSeries 🔥 pic.twitter.com/S0fZLo5JIQ

— WWE (@WWE) November 23, 2024

Roman Reigns shared his approval of CM Punk joining the OG Bloodline for Survivor Series: WarGames. The development came after Paul Heyman’s return to WWE SmackDown, where he introduced Punk as the fifth member of their team.

Despite initial tension between Reigns and Punk during their in-ring confrontation, where Punk revealed he joined as a favor to Heyman, both stars posed together after SmackDown concluded. Reigns later endorsed the partnership by sharing WWE’s updated Survivor Series poster featuring Punk on his Instagram story.

The Best in the World’s addition to the team comes after Seth Rollins declined the spot, citing his ongoing issues with Reigns. This decision marks Punk’s first match since his victory over Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood 2024.

Seth Rollins could interfere in WarGames match at Survivor Series

WRKD Wrestling reports that Punk’s alignment with the OG Bloodline may spark a rivalry with Seth Rollins leading to WrestleMania 41. Sources indicate Punk plans to highlight how he accepted the role Rollins refused, potentially setting up their confrontation.

The upcoming Premium Live Event could see significant developments in multiple storylines, including potential appearances from The Rock. The Final Boss might emerge during the Men’s WarGames Match, possibly setting up a future encounter with Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41.

Description: CM Punk joins Roman Reigns’ WarGames team after Paul Heyman’s return to WWE SmackDown, while reports suggest Seth Rollins could interfere at Survivor Series 2024.

Montez Ford pitched an intrigender match against his wife Bianca Belair for WWE RAW’s premiere on Netflix. During a conversation with Peter Rosenberg, Ford suggested the encounter could showcase the greatest athletes from both divisions.

“I’m going to mix it up. I’m gonna do some intergender—love it! I say, uh, Montez Ford versus Bianca Belair. The greatest athlete from the men versus the greatest athlete from the women. We’ve talked about it so many times. How much fun would that be?” Ford said.

The 35-year-old Belair has established herself as a main-event talent through her in-ring prowess and charisma. Meanwhile, Ford continues to build momentum as one of WWE’s rising stars. The power couple regularly makes headlines both inside and outside the ring.

Bianca Belair and Montez Ford photographed by Shinsuke Nakamura pic.twitter.com/SdUsKbDwCp

— WrestlingWorldCC (@WrestlingWCC) August 9, 2024

Analyst questions Bianca Belair’s alliance with IYO SKY ahead of Survivor Series

Former WWE analyst Matt Camp raised concerns about Belair’s recent booking decisions. On his YouTube channel The Wrestling Matt, Camp questioned the logic behind Belair working alongside IYO SKY, given their contentious history over the Women’s Championship.

Camp highlighted the inconsistency in Belair’s character, noting her previous reluctance to trust Bayley despite her face turn, while now readily aligning with SKY.

The Women’s Tag Team Champions, Belair and Jade Cargill, were seen standing with SKY and Naomi on RAW, opposing Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton, Liv Morgan, and Raquel Rodriguez.