In a surprising sighting, WWE Superstar Damian Priest was spotted backstage with Bayley, the current WWE Women’s Champion, during this week’s episode of SmackDown. The unexpected encounter has sparked speculation about a potential alliance between the two champions, leaving fans wondering about the implications for their character directions.
Priest, still maintaining his heel persona, was present at the event, where he successfully defended his title against Kofi Kingston in a dark match after SmackDown went off the air. Meanwhile, Bayley, despite not having a match scheduled, was also backstage, setting up a confrontation with Piper Niven and Chelsea Green, which ultimately secured her a bout for next week against Green.
The photograph of Priest and Bayley together has raised eyebrows, as their contrasting alignments – Priest as a heel and Bayley as a face – have fans questioning the nature of their interaction. Bayley broke character for the photo opportunity, adding to the intrigue. While it remains to be seen whether this encounter will lead to a formal alliance or simply a one-time collaboration, the possibilities are endless.
Interestingly, this unexpected pairing may also be indicative of a potential shift in Damian Priest’s character direction. After confronting his Judgment Day faction members and almost turning on them, there were hints that he might be transitioning to a face role. This appearance with Bayley further fuels speculation about his future character arc.
Rhea Ripley, Priest’s fellow Judgment Day member, has already shown her approval of the photo, liking the tweet featuring the image. This endorsement has sparked curiosity about whether Ripley will address the situation or if it will lead to a larger storyline.
As the WWE universe continues to speculate about the implications of this unexpected encounter, one thing is certain: the lines between heel and face are blurring, and the possibilities for future alliances and feuds are endless. Will this interaction lead to a significant shift in the WWE terrai, or is it simply a one-time photo opportunity? Only time will tell.
