Under the leadership of Triple H, WWE is returning to Cleveland Browns Stadium in Ohio for SummerSlam 2024. Scheduled for Saturday, August 3, the event is already sparking speculation about potential matches. One such anticipated showdown involves Finn Balor potentially facing his former Judgment Day stablemate Damian Priest for the World Heavyweight Championship.
### Current State of Affairs
– **Damian Priest’s Reign:** As the current World Heavyweight Champion on Monday Night RAW, Damian Priest successfully defended his title at Backlash against Jey Uso. However, interference from JD McDonagh and Finn Balor led to heated post-match tensions between Priest and Balor.
– **Tensions Rise:** Despite Priest’s apology on RAW, tensions remain high, pointing to a potential explosive breakup of The Judgment Day.
### Why SummerSlam is Ideal for Balor vs. Priest
1. **Perfect Setting for The Judgment Day’s Breakup:**
– The faction’s potential breakup has been brewing for months.
– SummerSlam, as WWE’s second-largest Premium Live Event after WrestleMania, is a fitting stage for such a high-profile storyline.
– The storyline could be further spiced up with Liv Morgan potentially joining The Judgment Day.
2. **Revitalizing Finn Balor’s Booking:**
– Balor has struggled in recent singles matches and often took the pinfall in tag team contests.
– A well-executed World Heavyweight Championship match at SummerSlam could elevate Balor’s status and revive his career trajectory.
3. **Fulfilling Fans’ Expectations:**
– Triple H’s creative direction has shown a willingness to meet fan demands.
– Balor vs. Priest could cater to fans clamoring for a World Title opportunity for Balor, especially after their confrontation at Backlash.
– SummerSlam holds special significance for Balor, as he won the inaugural Universal Championship at the event in 2016.
A clash between Balor and Priest would test the loyalty of other Judgment Day members and could solidify the storyline’s dramatic potential, making SummerSlam a must-watch for WWE fans.
