Former WWE Champion Returns in SmackDown Dark Match

After a three-month hiatus, former WWE Champion Seth Rollins made a surprising return to in-ring action during a dark match after WWE SmackDown, thrilling fans at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center. This marks Rollins’ first time back in the ring since his injury at Money in the Bank 2024.

Rollins Returns to Face Dominik Mysterio in a SmackDown Dark Match

Rollins’ last appearance in a WWE ring was a brutal match in July, where he faced off in a Triple Threat against Damian Priest and Drew McIntyre. Following this, Rollins took time off after a scripted attack by Bronson Reed, which wrote “The Visionary” out of WWE programming for several months. Rollins, however, made his dramatic comeback to WWE TV earlier this October, renewing his rivalry with Reed, and fans were excited to see him once again inside the ropes on SmackDown.

In a surprising move, WWE booked Rollins for a post-SmackDown dark match against Dominik Mysterio. This contest was an unexpected treat for fans, especially those eager to see Rollins regain his momentum.

The bout with Mysterio, known for his alliance with The Judgment Day, was intense, marking Rollins’ thirteenth showdown with Mysterio.

A Preview for WWE Crown Jewel 2024

Rollins’ return aligns with WWE’s upcoming Crown Jewel event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, set for November 2, where he’s scheduled to face Bronson Reed in a long-awaited singles match.

WWE has teased that Rollins’ in-ring return on SmackDown is just a prelude to the drama and action fans can expect at Crown Jewel. This upcoming match holds high stakes for both Rollins and Reed as they seek to settle their rivalry.

Fan Reactions and WWE’s Future Plans

Fans at Barclays Center shared highlights of the Rollins vs. Mysterio match, with many expressing excitement for his official return to the main roster.

As Rollins prepares for his face-off with Reed, WWE fans are buzzing about the impact his return could have on WWE’s storylines and championship picture.