WWE fans in Brooklyn, NY, were treated to a surprise appearance from Raw superstar Seth Rollins during this past Friday’s SmackDown episode at the Barclays Center. Rollins, who had been absent from in-ring competition for three months, returned for a dark match after SmackDown, marking his first match since Money in the Bank in July.
Rollins Returns to Face Dominik Mysterio After Injury Hiatus
During the dark match, Rollins faced off against Dominik Mysterio, who he has wrestled twelve times before, with their first memorable encounter taking place at WWE SummerSlam 2020 during Dominik’s in-ring debut. Rollins emerged victorious in Brooklyn, providing fans with an exciting conclusion to his first match back.
Rollins’ absence from WWE television began in August when Bronson Reed attacked him in a segment highly praised by fans, featuring Reed’s powerful splashes on Rollins. This storyline was used to write Rollins off television temporarily. Rollins recently returned to WWE TV to reignite his feud with Reed, setting the stage for an epic showdown.
Crown Jewel Match Set: Seth Rollins vs. Bronson Reed
This week on Raw, WWE confirmed that Rollins and Reed would face off in a singles match at the Crown Jewel Premium Live Event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The long-awaited bout is set to be one of the most intense matchups of the night, especially considering the rivalry that’s built up between the two since the August attack.
Rollins’ Journey Back to the Ring
Rollins’ return is a major development for WWE, especially as he continues his journey back to full-time competition. The dark match against Mysterio was the perfect way for Rollins to warm up before his high-stakes match against Reed at Crown Jewel. This matchup will be Rollins’ first high-profile singles bout since his time away, and fans eagerly await what’s sure to be an intense battle.
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