The latest episode of WWE SmackDown showcased a thrilling matchup between The New Catch Republic’s Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate and the formidable duo Pretty Deadly.
Meanwhile, on Monday Night RAW, General Managers Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis set the stage for Wrestlemania 40 with a major announcement.
They revealed that Finn Bálor and Damian Priest would defend their Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships in a Ladder Match.
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The challengers for this epic showdown will emerge from a series of qualifying matches over the upcoming weeks.
In one such qualifier, The New Catch Republic aimed to redeem themselves following their loss at Elimination Chamber: Perth. Their goal was clear: to earn another shot at the WWE tag team titles at WrestleMania 40.
Pete Dunne launched a relentless assault, targeting Kit Wilson’s arm early in the match. Tyler Bate showcased his agility, stunning Elton Prince with an airplane spin that left him disoriented.
Despite Pretty Deadly’s resilience, The New Catch Republic seized control, ultimately securing victory with the Birminghammer, propelling them closer to securing their spots at Wrestlemania.
In another exciting matchup, Legado del Fantasma emerged triumphant in their qualifier against LWO earlier in the show. With both teams advancing, Legado del Fantasma will now face off against Dunne and Bate in the finals.
The stakes couldn’t be higher as they vie for the opportunity to join The Judgment Day at Wrestlemania.
As the road to Wrestlemania unfolds, fans eagerly anticipate the high-stakes showdowns that will determine the fate of the tag team division. With the stage set for intense competition and unexpected twists, the WWE universe is on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the grand spectacle that awaits at Wrestlemania 40.
