Randy Orton paid a fine for hitting SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis with an RKO on last week’s episode of SmackDown.
Orton handed Aldis a $100,000 check despite being only fined $50,000. When Aldis questioned the move, Orton declared the other $50,000 was for the next time.
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The first two names advanced to the second round in the WWE United States Championship Tournament on Friday’s edition of WWE SmackDown.
Santos Escobar defeated Dragon Lee and Bobby Lashley bested Karrion Kross to advance to the next round of the tournament.
You can check out some highlights from both matches below:
Dominik Mysterio claims Wes Lee isn’t the only one suffering from back pain, as his back hurts from carrying WWE for the last two years.
Lee was forced to pull out of his North American Title shot against Mysterio at NXT Deadline 2023 due to needing back surgery and as a result, Mysterio will defend the title against Dragon Lee with Rey Mysterio in Lee’s corner.
Dominik cut a promo in a SmackDown “Digital Exclusive” discussing his upcoming title defense at NXT Deadline 2023. He said,
“Well, you know, my back also hurts from carrying this company on my back for the past almost two years now. I already beat Dragon Lee twice with my dad in his corner. So I don’t know why I need to continue to prove myself on why I’m the greatest NXT North American Champion that has ever stepped foot on this planet. Anyways, I think we’re done here because I need to go somewhat prepare for Dragon Lee, I guess. I mean, I already beat the guy, but whatever.”
And finally, Damage CTRL thanked and hugged Bayley for helping Asuka defeat Charlotte Flair on this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown.
Bayley distracted Flair and was knocked off the apron, which allowed Asuka to score a roll-up pinfall on Friday’s show.
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Randy Orton Fined for Hitting SmackDown General Manager with RKO
In a surprising turn of events, Randy Orton has been fined for hitting SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis with his signature move, the RKO. The incident occurred during last week’s episode of SmackDown, and Orton wasted no time in paying the fine.
Orton handed Aldis a $100,000 check, even though he was only fined $50,000. When Aldis questioned the extra amount, Orton declared that the remaining $50,000 was for the next time. This gesture not only showcases Orton’s rebellious nature but also adds an element of unpredictability to future episodes of SmackDown.
The WWE Universe has been buzzing about this incident, with fans divided on whether Orton’s actions were justified or not. Some argue that Orton should face stricter consequences for his actions, while others believe that his rebellious attitude is what makes him a fan favorite.
In addition to this incident, two names have advanced to the second round in the WWE United States Championship Tournament. Santos Escobar defeated Dragon Lee, and Bobby Lashley bested Karrion Kross to secure their spots in the next round. The tournament promises to be an exciting competition, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome.
Meanwhile, Dominik Mysterio has been dealing with his own set of challenges. His scheduled opponent, Wes Lee, had to withdraw from their North American Title shot due to back surgery. As a result, Mysterio will now defend his title against Dragon Lee, with his father Rey Mysterio in his corner. Dominik expressed his frustration in a SmackDown “Digital Exclusive,” stating that his back also hurts from carrying the company for the past two years.
Lastly, Damage CTRL expressed their gratitude towards Bayley for helping Asuka defeat Charlotte Flair on a recent episode of SmackDown. Bayley’s distraction allowed Asuka to score a roll-up pinfall and secure the victory. This unexpected alliance has left fans wondering if there is more to come from this partnership.
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The world of professional wrestling is full of surprises, and Randy Orton’s recent fine is just another example of the unpredictable nature of the sport. With ongoing tournaments, title defenses, and unexpected alliances, there is never a dull moment in the world of WWE.