Friday Night SmackDown witnessed an unexpected turn of events as veteran competitor Tommaso Ciampa pulled off a surprise victory over the brash Austin Theory. What initially seemed like a straightforward match took a dramatic turn when Ciampa outsmarted Theory with a quick roll-up, securing the pinfall and leaving the young star fuming in the ring.
Adding another layer of intrigue to the night, it was revealed that the original plan wasn’t for Johnny Gargano, Ciampa’s long-time tag team partner, to be ringside with him. Gargano, alongside Grayson Waller, were initially slated to provide commentary for the match. However, their presence at ringside, particularly Waller’s, hints at a potential future storyline.
This strategic positioning of Waller could be interpreted as a catalyst for Theory’s defeat. With Waller and Theory currently a tag team, speculation swirls about a brewing conflict within the duo. Waller’s presence at ringside could signify growing tension or a deliberate distraction tactic aimed at derailing Theory’s focus.
This unexpected turn of events takes on even greater significance as Ciampa and Gargano, the beloved duo known as DIY, have openly declared their ambitions to pursue the SmackDown Tag Team Championships. Their victory on Friday night serves as a powerful statement, solidifying their readiness to take on any challengers in the tag team division.
With Ciampa’s shocking win, DIY’s championship aspirations, and the shadow of a potential Waller-Theory feud looming, Friday Night SmackDown has set the stage for a captivating new chapter. Fans are left eagerly anticipating the next move from DIY and how their presence will shake up the tag team landscape, while also keeping a watchful eye on the simmering tension within the Theory-Waller partnership.
