Motor City Machine Guns’ Rapid WWE Title Win Gets Bully Ray’s Stamp of Approval

One Big Thing

WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray endorses Motor City Machine Guns’ quick rise to SmackDown Tag Team Champions, comparing their instant success to hit records debuting at #1 on the charts.

Why It Matters

The Machine Guns’ rapid championship victory challenges traditional WWE booking patterns, where new arrivals typically work their way up the ranks. Their immediate success signals WWE’s willingness to recognize established talent from other promotions.

By The Numbers

• 2 weeks from debut to championship victory
• 20+ years of combined tag team experience
• Multiple championship reigns across Impact Wrestling and ROH

Key Details

• Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley captured the SmackDown Tag Team Titles on October 25
• Victory came through tournament format
• Win involved controversial finish

What They’re Saying

Sometimes it is okay to come in if you have no natural story, especially if you’re placed in a tournament, to win the tournament and go on to win the championships,” says Bully Ray on Busted Open Radio.

Looking Ahead

• War Raiders pursuing similar quick success on Raw brand
• Scheduled to challenge Finn Balor and JD McDonaugh
• Tournament format proving effective for establishing new teams

The Bottom Line

The Machine Guns’ immediate impact demonstrates WWE’s evolving approach to utilizing established veteran talent, potentially setting a new precedent for future signings.

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