WWE SummerSlam 2024 will always be remembered for the dramatic breakup of The Judgment Day. The drama began with Dominik Mysterio’s shocking betrayal when he aligned with Liv Morgan against Rhea Ripley. This betrayal led to the chaotic situation between Damian Priest and Finn Balor.
Dominik Mysterio’s unexpected betrayal created significant backstage upheaval within The Judgment Day. The scene unfolded in the clubhouse. Damian Priest tracked Mysterio, where he confronted Finn Balor. In a heated exchange, Priest grabbed Balor and demanded answers.
This intense backstage scene fueled speculation among fans that Balor might cost Priest’s match against Gunther later that night. WWE had been hinting at growing tension between Balor and Priest for several months. These suspicions came to fruition during Priest’s match.
As the night progressed, the tensions between the two members of The Judgment Day reached a dramatic climax. This tension unfolded during Priest’s match against Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. At ringside, Balor intervened, assisting The Ring General and helping him secure the title.
The faction has now completely broken up, with Finn Balor costing Damian Priest his match and Dominik Mysterio betraying Rhea Ripley. Recent reports have revealed the backstage reactions to the faction’s breakup after the members had been together for two years.
The Judgment Day’s backstage reaction at WWE SummerSlam revealed
Recent reports from WRKD Wrestling reveal that members of The Judgment Day were sentimental and emotional backstage at WWE SummerSlam, just before their faction’s split unfolded that night. Additionally, WWE management praised the faction for the successful payoffs of their SummerSlam angles.
The Judgment Day, which had been running the WWE Raw brand for over two years, saw their dramatic split unfold at SummerSlam. Following the breakup, the faction kicked out Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley, replacing Ripley with Liv Morgan, as revealed on WWE Raw. Meanwhile, the remaining members Finn Balor, JD McDonagh, Dominik Mysterio, and Carlito still remain in the faction.
