Tensions explode ahead of the Women’s Royal Rumble on January 30
Summary
– Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss publicly clash over their alliance on SmackDown
– The Judgment Day interrupts and stakes its claim ahead of the Royal Rumble
– Nick Aldis immediately books a tag match after the confrontation escalates
SmackDown delivered a heated moment as Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss addressed the cracks forming in their partnership just one night before the Women’s Royal Rumble.
The segment began with Bliss and Flair speaking openly about the reality of their situation, acknowledging that the Royal Rumble leaves no room for loyalty. Bliss made it clear that while she values their friendship, she is focused solely on winning and does not expect or need help to do so.
Flair responded with visible frustration, questioning whether Bliss would be willing to throw her over the top rope if given the chance. The exchange drew a loud reaction from the crowd as the tension between the two former allies became impossible to ignore.
Before the situation could cool down, The Judgment Day made their presence felt. Mocking the breakdown between Bliss and Flair, the group suggested that while the two were busy turning on each other, one of them would be walking out of the Royal Rumble as the winner.
Liv Morgan dismissed the idea that outside help would factor into her Rumble plans, while The Judgment Day challenged Bliss and Flair to come to the ring if they wanted to prove anything. The confrontation briefly hinted at a numbers disadvantage before The Judgment Day attempted to exit the scene.
That plan was cut short by SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis. Aldis reminded the group that stepping onto the stage meant accepting competition and immediately announced a tag team match, pairing Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss against two members of The Judgment Day.
A referee was summoned without delay, confirming that the match would take place next. With the Royal Rumble looming, SmackDown closed the segment by setting the stage for chaos, strategy, and shifting alliances just hours before everything is put on the line.
