Kevin Owens made a triumphant return to the WWE to help his long-time friend Sami Zayn fend off the destructive duo known as The Judgment Day. Owens, who had been sidelined with an injury, came to Zayn’s aid and together they were able to stand tall against their adversaries.
The New Day, consisting of Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods, faced a formidable challenge in the newly formed team of Drew McIntyre and Matt Riddle. Despite their relative inexperience as a team, McIntyre and Riddle put up a valiant fight against the seasoned champions. However, their efforts were thwarted by The Viking Raiders, who attacked McIntyre and allowed The New Day to secure the victory.
In a surprising turn of events, Chad Gable of The Alpha Academy managed to defeat Intercontinental Champion Gunther by count-out. Gable’s victory came as a shock to many, as Gunther had been on a dominant streak since making his WWE debut. Gable’s win adds an interesting twist to the Intercontinental Title picture.
Cody Rhodes, who had been on the receiving end of a beatdown from The Judgment Day, revealed that he has a plan to seek revenge on his attackers. Rhodes, known for his resilience and determination, vowed to make The Judgment Day pay for their actions.
Shinsuke Nakamura, the King of Strong Style, shed some light on his recent attack on World Heavyweight Champion Seth “Freakin” Rollins. Nakamura revealed that he had warned Rollins about his impending attack, showing a level of cunning and strategy that could pose a threat to Rollins’ title reign.
In women’s action, Rhea Ripley faced off against Candice LeRae. Ripley, the current Women’s World Champion, proved why she is a dominant force in the division by defeating LeRae with her signature move, the Prism Trap. However, Ripley’s celebration was short-lived as Raquel Rodriguez, who has been cleared to compete, confronted her and announced her intention to challenge for the title at WWE Payback.
The Miz took a moment before his match against Akira Tozawa to mock LA Knight, his rival. However, Miz’s arrogance proved to be his downfall as Tozawa scored a surprising upset victory with an assist from Knight.
Becky Lynch, known as “The Man,” made a bold statement by vowing to punish Trish Stratus inside a Steel Cage at WWE Payback. Lynch’s determination and confidence make her a formidable opponent for any challenger.
In tag team action, Chelsea Green and Piper Niven, the new WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, earned their first win as a team by defeating Kayden Carter and Katana Chance. Green and Niven showcased their chemistry and skill as a team, proving why they are the reigning champions.
Seth “Freakin” Rollins responded to Shinsuke Nakamura’s claims about his back injury, asserting that there are no limits he won’t go to in order to retain his World Heavyweight Championship. Rollins’ determination and resilience make him a formidable champion.
In the main event, The Judgment Day faced off against Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn, and Cody Rhodes in a Six-Man Tag Team Match. After the match initially ended in a disqualification, Rhodes joined forces with Owens and Zayn to restart the match. The trio proved to be too much for The Judgment Day, as they secured the victory.
These events set the stage for WWE Payback, where rivalries will be settled and championships will be on the line. The WWE Universe can expect an action-packed and thrilling event.