After a long wait, The Rock made his comeback to WWE at the Bad Blood event in Atlanta, much to the delight of fans. Meanwhile, Triple H announced a new championship belt and a showdown between the WWE world champion and the WWE champion, making for an intense night of matches. The highlight of the event was the Hell in a Cell match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre, with Punk emerging victorious after a brutal and satisfying battle.
The Return of The Rock and a New Era at WWE's Bad Blood 2024
The WWE Universe was electrized as the highly anticipated Bad Blood premium live event took place in Atlanta, Georgia. The night was filled with unforgettable moments, including the long-awaited return of The Rock and the introduction of a new championship belt.
The Rock's Return
After years away from the ring, The Rock made his triumphant comeback at Bad Blood, igniting a deafening roar from the crowd. The People's Champ addressed the fans with his trademark charisma and passion, promising to bring excitement and intensity back to WWE.
Triple H's Announcement
WWE Executive Vice President Triple H made a pivotal announcement during the event, unveiling the creation of a new championship belt known as the WWE Undisputed Universal Championship. This belt would unify the WWE and Universal Championships, creating the ultimate prize in professional wrestling.
Hell in a Cell War
The highlight of the night was the Hell in a Cell match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. The two rivals engaged in a brutal and relentless battle, leaving no doubt why Hell in a Cell is known as the most dangerous match in WWE. In the end, it was Punk who emerged victorious, cementing his status as the top star in the company.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Why was Bad Blood named after the 1997 event?
WWE has not officially stated why they chose to revive the Bad Blood name for the 2024 event. However, it is possible that they wanted to evoke nostalgia and remind fans of the iconic 1997 match between Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker.
2. Who won the WWE Undisputed Universal Championship at Bad Blood?
The current WWE Undisputed Universal Champion is still unknown as the title has yet to be awarded. The tournament to determine the new champion will begin in the coming weeks.
3. Will The Rock wrestle at Bad Blood again?
WWE has not confirmed whether The Rock will wrestle at another Bad Blood event. However, he has expressed interest in having more matches in the future, so it is certainly possible that he will return to the ring at some point.
4. When will the WWE Undisputed Universal Championship tournament start?
The tournament to determine the first WWE Undisputed Universal Champion will begin on the July 11 episode of Monday Night Raw.
5. What other matches were on the Bad Blood card?
In addition to the Hell in a Cell match between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre, the Bad Blood card featured several other notable matches, including:
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