The WWE Universe is abuzz with excitement as the 23rd King of the Ring Tournament continues on RAW, with Jey Uso being one of the top contenders vying for the coveted title. However, it’s not just his in-ring performances that have got everyone talking. The 17-year veteran has sparked controversy on social media with a daring statement, assigning himself a new nickname and leaving fans wondering what’s next for the self-proclaimed “Yeeter of Worlds”.
Uso’s bold assertion has led to speculation that he might be a target for the rumored Wyatt 6 faction, a group expected to feature Bray Wyatt’s brother, Bo Dallas, as the leader, Uncle Howdy. The rumors gained traction after Uso responded to a fan poll on adding the Fireflies, a nod to Bray Wyatt, to his entrance presentation. The comment surprised many fans, raising questions about the direction of Uso’s character and potential alliances in the WWE.
The controversy comes on the heels of Uso’s impressive victory over Finn Balor in the King of the Ring opening round, just two nights after coming up short against World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest at Backlash France. The crowd’s enthusiastic response to Uso’s Backlash France entrance, where fans lit up the arena with their phone flashlights, aka Fireflies, has solidified his position as a fan favorite.
WWE officials have reportedly planned unique strategies for Uso’s push, which has fans eagerly anticipating his next move. As the King of the Ring Tournament progresses, Uso will face stiff competition in the quarterfinals, with matches scheduled to take place on this week’s RAW. The men’s division will feature Uso vs. Ilja Dragunov, while Gunther will take on the winner of the live event match between Kofi Kingston and Rey Mysterio.
The women’s division will also host quarterfinal tournament bouts on RAW, with Lyra Valkyria vs. Zoey Stark and IYO SKY vs. the winner of the non-televised match between Shayna Baszler and Maxxine Dupri. The RAW semifinals are scheduled to begin on May 20, with the winners advancing to the King and Queen of the Ring finals at the inaugural King and Queen of the Ring PLE on May 25 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
As the WWE Universe eagerly waits to see who will be crowned the next King and Queen of the Ring, Uso’s bold statement has added an extra layer of intrigue to the tournament. Will he continue to ride the wave of popularity and secure a spot in the finals, or will his newfound nickname and potential affiliation with the Wyatt 6 faction alter the course of his journey? Only time will tell.
