Drew McIntyre has officially secured his position as the number one contender for Jacob Fatu’s United States Championship following a tumultuous match on SmackDown where he defeated LA Knight by disqualification. This chaos was fueled by interference from Damian Priest and Solo Sikoa, with Fatu also showing up to dismantle the competition unexpectedly.
In a subsequent episode of SmackDown, Solo Sikoa’s history of interference continued, as he disrupted the conclusion of a match between Knight and Priest. General Manager Nick Aldis responded to this escalating situation by scheduling Fatu for a three-way title match at Backlash, featuring LA Knight and Damian Priest. Sikoa, however, voiced his frustration, emphasizing that since Drew McIntyre is the rightful number one contender, he deserves a spot in the title match.
Aldis took this feedback to heart, ultimately transforming the match into a Fatal 4-Way by including McIntyre. This decision led to tensions, as Sikoa accused Aldis of undermining Fatu, while Aldis countered that Sikoa himself was contributing to the chaos.
The updated card for Backlash has generated excitement among fans and includes some anticipated matchups:
– WWE Championship: John Cena (c) vs. Randy Orton
– Women’s Intercontinental Championship: Lyra Valkyria (c) vs. Becky Lynch
– United States Championship: Jacob Fatu (c) vs. LA Knight vs. Damian Priest vs. Drew McIntyre
– Pat McAfee vs. GUNTHER
This Fatal 4-Way match for the United States Championship promises to be an electrifying affair, showcasing four top talents in the ring. Fans can look forward to a thrilling night at Backlash, filled with unpredictable moments and high stakes.