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CM Punk reacted on Instagram to Grayson Waller’s fiery NXT promo, calling it a “frustration distilled and funneled into a bullet aimed at the competition.” The WWE star’s promo opened the show and targetted Waller’s grievances with Austin Theory and the NXT landscape, with Waller returning from a TV hiatus; Punk’s praise underscores the promo’s heat and potential build for ongoing NXT storylines.
Matt Hardy reacted to The Vision's win over The Usos on Raw and the Logan Paul/Austin Theory tag-title victory, teasing a possible Hardy Boyz chase at WrestleMania 42 and suggesting the crowd would go wild if they reclaimed the belts.
The mystery attacker who attacked CM Punk during WWE Survivor Series: WarGames was revealed to be Austin Theory, dispelling rumors linking Jon Moxley to the incident. The attack has sparked speculation about Theory's future push and potential storyline developments, with fans eager to see how the storyline unfolds on RAW.
Austin Theory was removed from WWE Survivor Series WarGames due to team changes caused by injuries to Seth Rollins and Jacob Fatu. Originally planned to be part of the heel team, Theory was replaced by Drew McIntyre, although he still played a role as a mystery attacker, hinting at his involvement with The Vision faction. The changes were driven by injury-related schedule adjustments and storyline developments.
At WWE Survivor Series, the masked man who interfered in the Men's WarGames match was revealed to be Austin Theory, an up-and-coming star who recently returned from injury and helped the Vision team secure victory, possibly signaling his official alignment with the faction.
During WWE's Survivor Series WarGames 2025, the mystery attacker was revealed to be Austin Theory, who appeared in disguise and participated in the match, aligning with prior backstage plans and rumors about his involvement with the team.
WWE is reportedly building towards a breakup between tag team champions Grayson Waller and Austin Theory, with Theory being positioned as the babyface. This speculation arose after a match where Waller inadvertently distracted Theory, leading to his loss against Tommaso Ciampa. Fans are eager to see the potential feud between Waller and Theory unfold.
There are speculations about Grayson Waller and Austin Theory being removed from the WWE Tag Team Championship Six Pack Ladder match at WrestleMania 40, but a new angle involving fitness influencer Joey Swoll has emerged, hinting at a potential storyline with the duo. While the duo is still scheduled to compete, there are reports suggesting that Pretty Deadly may replace them. Stay tuned for further updates.
WWE is considering a potential change to the scheduled WrestleMania 40 match, specifically regarding the participation of Austin Theory and Grayson Waller in the six-pack Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship ladder match. Despite qualifying on SmackDown, their spots in the bout are not yet secure, and an internal meeting will determine whether they will remain in the match. Further updates on this situation are expected as more information becomes available.
Kevin Owens plans to continue his assault on Austin Theory, predicting more punches to the face before delivering a Stunner. Bianca Belair threatens revenge on Damage CTRL and challenges Iyo Sky for the Women's Championship at Crown Jewel. Bayley dismisses Belair's threat, claiming to know her well. Shotzi celebrates her victory over Chelsea Green but is challenged to a tag team match by Green and Piper Niven, who underestimate Shotzi's potential backup.
Austin Theory will challenge Rey Mysterio for the United States Championship at the upcoming Payback event on September 2, 2023. Theory earned this opportunity by defeating LA Knight with help from The Miz. This will be a rematch, as Mysterio previously defeated Theory to win the title.
Austin Theory, not LA Knight, will be getting the next United States title shot after defeating Knight in a match that was interrupted by The Miz. Theory's win sets up a rematch with current champion Rey Mysterio, while also continuing Knight's feud with The Miz.
WWE SmackDown is set to feature a title match between Austin Theory and Santos Escobar, with rumors suggesting that Carlito may replace Escobar and dethrone Theory for the United States Championship. The show will also include a grudge match between AJ Styles and Karrion Kross, with Kross expected to win as WWE continues to push him.
Tonight's episode of "WWE SmackDown" will feature Jimmy Uso confronting Roman Reigns after costing his brother Jey a world title match. Austin Theory defends the United States Championship against Santos Escobar, while AJ Styles takes on Karrion Kross. Updates on the women's championship picture and other storylines are also expected.
WWE announces the United States Championship Invitational on SmackDown, where AJ Styles, Santos Escobar, Butch, and Grayson Waller will compete in a Fatal 4 Way to determine a new #1 contender for WWE United States Champion Austin Theory. Jey Uso is expected to address his SummerSlam challenge to Roman Reigns, although Reigns is not advertised to appear. The show will also feature a tag team match between Pretty Deadly and Sheamus/Ridge Holland.