One big thing: WWE’s Bad Blood returns after 20 years
WWE is resurrecting its Bad Blood premium live event on October 5, 2024, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. The event, last held in 2003, promises high-stakes matches and potential shifts in WWE’s power dynamics.
Why it matters
Bad Blood’s return signals WWE’s willingness to revive classic events, potentially appealing to long-time fans while creating new memorable moments for a new generation of viewers.
By the numbers
• 20 years since the last Bad Blood event
• 2 championship bouts on the card
• 1 Hell in a Cell match
Match card highlights
1. Hell in a Cell: Drew McIntyre vs. CM Punk
• Opens the show, breaking tradition of closing the event
• Culmination of a year-long feud
• Third match in their series, following encounters at SummerSlam and Bash in Berlin
2. Main Event: Cody Rhodes & Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa & Jacob Fatu
• Unlikely alliance between Rhodes and Reigns
• Facing the threat of The New Bloodline
• Potential implications for future title picture
What they’re saying
“This match will have major implications on the title picture going forward,” – Cody Rhodes on the main event tag team match.
The big picture
Bad Blood 2024 could be a pivotal event in WWE’s calendar, potentially setting up storylines for WrestleMania season and beyond. The forced partnership between Rhodes and Reigns, in particular, could lead to intriguing developments in the championship scene.
What to watch
Rumors are swirling about a potential appearance by The Rock, which could add another layer of excitement to an already stacked event.
What are your thoughts on the return of Bad Blood and the unexpected team-up of Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns? Leave a comment below with your predictions for the event!
