Tensions Rise Ahead of Royal Rumble
Summary
– Roman Reigns Demands Answers: After SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced a Triple Threat Match to determine Reigns’ challenger at Royal Rumble, Reigns called for a face-to-face meeting.
– Asserting Authority: Reigns emphasized his position as the Tribal Chief, insisting that all decisions should go through him.
– Nick Aldis Stands Firm: Despite Reigns’ demands, Aldis maintained his stance as General Manager, highlighting his executive role and decision-making power on SmackDown.
On a recent episode of WWE SmackDown, Roman Reigns, the WWE Universal Champion, demanded a meeting with SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis. This confrontation followed Aldis’ announcement of a Triple Threat Match involving LA Knight, Randy Orton, and AJ Styles to determine who will face Reigns at the Royal Rumble.
During the meeting, Reigns asserted his dominance as the Tribal Chief, expressing his expectation that he should approve all major decisions on SmackDown. He emphasized his role as the head of the table and the central figure in WWE’s decision-making process.
Nick Aldis, however, stood his ground, reminding Reigns of his executive authority as General Manager. Aldis pointed out that he is responsible for making the final calls on SmackDown and is not swayed by Reigns’ influence. He also expressed excitement about the upcoming matches and their potential challenges for Reigns.
This power struggle between Reigns and Aldis adds an intriguing dynamic to SmackDown’s storyline, setting the stage for potential conflicts and exciting developments as the Royal Rumble approaches.