Dissension within The Judgement Day faction on WWE Raw has sparked concerns about their reign of dominance.
The cracks in the group’s unity were evident during a match on the August 28th episode of Raw between Sami Zayn and Damian Priest, where interference from JD McDonagh resulted in Zayn’s defeat. However, it was Priest’s reaction after the match that raised eyebrows, as he clearly displayed his discontent by shoving McDonagh.
The backstage segment that followed shed further light on the growing tension within the faction. Rhea Ripley expressed her frustration with the constant bickering among the members. In a fiery confrontation, Ripley made it abundantly clear that Priest and Finn Balor needed to get their act together.
Adding fuel to the fire, Priest and Balor were announced to challenge Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn for the WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championship at the upcoming Payback event. Ripley issued a stern warning, stating that if all members of Judgment Day fail to secure gold at WWE Payback, significant changes will be made within the faction.
With Dominik Mysterio holding the NXT North American Championship and Ripley herself reigning as the WWE Women’s World Champion, a victory for Priest and Balor would solidify the faction’s dominance by ensuring all four members hold titles.
Who Is Rhea Ripley Facing At WWE Payback?
Rhea Ripley is set to defend her title against the formidable Raquel Rodriguez at Payback. The high-stakes nature of the event adds an additional layer of pressure for Ripley and her faction. She has currently held the championship for over 140 days after capturing it from Charlotte Flair on night one of WrestleMania 39.