WWE Shakes Up Championship Landscape with New Titleholders
This week, WWE fans witnessed significant changes in title holders. During “Friday Night SmackDown,” two major championships changed hands.
Jacy Jayne Secures Women’s United States Championship
In an intense match against Tiffany Stratton, Jacy Jayne emerged victorious, claiming the Women’s United States Championship. This win strengthens Fatal Influence’s dominance, as Lainey Reid and Fallon Henley already hold the WWE women’s tag team titles.
Jacy Jayne celebrates the WWE Women’s United States Championship win with teammates Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid.
New WWE Tag Team Champions: Tama Tongas
Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga claimed the WWE Tag Team Championship in a thrilling triple-threat match. They defeated Damian Priest and R-Truth, preventing Erik and Ivar from adding more titles. The MFT faction feels revitalized under the guidance of returning manager Haku.
Tama and Talla Tonga celebrate their WWE Tag Team Championship triumph with manager Haku.
Future Challenges and Title Contenders
The WWE title scene could shift further. Rey Mysterio aims for the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Chad Gable on “Monday Night Raw.” Meanwhile, a tournament to determine Roman Reigns’ next World Heavyweight Championship challenger is underway. Competitors include Dragon Lee facing El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. and Rey Fenix against El Fiscal. Penta and LA Parka have advanced to the semifinals.
On “Friday Night SmackDown,” Kevin Owens will compete with CM Punk for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Owens earned the contender spot with a victory in a fatal four-way match at SummerSlam. His recent exchanges with Punk hint at a fierce upcoming battle.
Spotlight on NXT
In NXT, champion Tony D’Angelo faces new challenges. A match to determine his No. 1 contender saw a twist as newcomer Zilla Fatu made an explosive debut by taking down contenders Grayson Waller and Cruz Montana. Fatu, a recent signing, will inevitably have pressing questions to address.
Zilla Fatu dominates in his debut, standing over Cruz Montana and Grayson Waller during NXT.
As WWE gears up for upcoming events, reigning champions feel the mounting pressure.
Ryan Gaydos serves as a senior editor at Fox News Digital.