The WWE Stock Report: A Week of Surprises and Shocks
Are you ready for a rollercoaster ride through the world of WWE? This week's report is packed with surprises and shocks, as we witness the rise and fall of Superstars and the shifting fortunes of factions. From unexpected betrayals to epic coups, the WWE landscape is ever-changing, and this week's report will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Stock Down: The Fall of Rey Fenix
Rey Fenix's stock takes a hit this week after a series of unfortunate events. During a backstage segment on SmackDown, Fenix failed to see the MFT beatdown coming, and his attempt to make a babyface save quickly crumbled. This leaves him in a difficult position, as he must now put over Solo Sikoa's new-look faction. It's a tough lesson for Fenix, and one that could have been avoided had he been more vigilant.
Stock Down: The Injury of Jacob Fatu
Jacob Fatu's stock also takes a hit this week due to an injury. Fatu was pulled from his main event match against Drew McIntyre on SmackDown after a backstage attack in kayfabe. Reports indicate that Fatu is genuinely injured and will be out for an extended period. This is a blow for the Samoan Werewolf, who had just returned to WWE after an unexplained absence and was set to make his first televised match since August. It remains to be seen if WWE will use this as an opportunity to write him off TV for a while.
Stock Down: The Betrayal of Seth Rollins
Seth Rollins' stock takes a major hit this week after a shocking betrayal. The rest of The Vision turned on Rollins in a surprise ending to Raw. The latest reporting suggests that Rollins got injured at Crown Jewel and needs shoulder surgery. This injury, combined with the betrayal angle, opens the door for a new top heel to potentially take his spot on Raw. It's a tough lesson for Rollins, and one that could see his world championship vacated very soon.
Stock Up: The Rise of CM Punk
CM Punk's stock is on the rise this week after a dominant performance. Punk won a number one contender's match in the main event of Raw against Jey Uso and LA Knight, earning the loudest reactions from the live audience in Australia. With Seth Rollins' injury, Punk is now more likely to follow through on his win and become the next world heavyweight champion. It's a big moment for Punk, and one that could see him reach new heights in WWE.
Stock Up: The Vision's New Leaders
Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed are now running The Vision, or whatever new name the group might get after their coup. Paul Heyman is still there to do a lot of the speaking for them, but WWE is giving The Brons a real chance to show that they are main event level heels. Reed just defeated Roman Reigns on PLE, so it's not necessarily a case where The Brons are just making a lateral move. This is a big moment for them, and one that could see them rise to new heights in WWE.
Stock Up: Ilja Dragunov's Comeback
Ilja Dragunov's stock is on the rise after a successful comeback. Dragunov returned to WWE after more than a year away and is now the new United States champion on SmackDown. He wrestled like a madman in his comeback match and looked extremely impressive in defeating Sami Zayn for the gold. Now, he just needs to talk to Dragunov about his fashion choices. It's a big moment for Dragunov, and one that could see him become a major player in WWE.
So, there you have it, Cagesiders. Whose stock do you think changed the most this week? Let us know in the comments below, and don't forget to share your thoughts on these surprising and shocking moments in WWE.
