One big thing: DIY and Street Profits set for historic clash
WWE’s tag team division is heating up as DIY and Street Profits prepare for a first-ever encounter on next week’s SmackDown.
• The match will determine the #1 contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championship.
• DIY’s Tommaso Ciampa hinted at a “black and gold style” match, referencing NXT’s past.
• The bout will take place in Orlando, Florida – the home of NXT.
Why it matters
This match represents a collision of two eras of WWE’s developmental system:
• DIY and Street Profits both made their names in NXT.
• The “black and gold” era of NXT was known for its intense, wrestling-focused style.
• This match could bring that style to the main roster audience.
By the numbers
• DIY: 2-time NXT Tag Team Champions
• Street Profits: Former NXT, Raw, and SmackDown Tag Team Champions
• Both teams have over a decade of history in professional wrestling
What they’re saying
Tommaso Ciampa on the upcoming match:
“Next week, let’s do our thing, black and gold style, for the first time.”
The big picture
This match could signal a shift in WWE’s tag team division:
• It showcases homegrown talent developed through NXT.
• The “black and gold style” could bring a fresh dynamic to SmackDown’s tag scene.
• The winners will challenge The Bloodline for the tag titles, potentially shaking up the championship picture.
What to watch
• Will the match live up to the “black and gold” hype?
• How will the Orlando crowd react to these NXT alumni?
• Could this lead to more NXT-style matches on the main roster?
Are you excited to see DIY and Street Profits clash in this “black and gold style” match? Leave a comment below with your predictions for this historic encounter!
