One big thing: WWE introduces new Crown Jewel Championship
WWE’s Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque unveiled a new Crown Jewel Championship at the Bad Blood Premium Live Event. This title will be contested annually at Crown Jewel events in Saudi Arabia.
How it works:
• The WWE Champion will face the World Heavyweight Champion
• The WWE Women’s Champion will face the Women’s World Champion
• Winners of each match receive a Crown Jewel Championship
Why it matters
This new title adds prestige to the Crown Jewel event and creates a unique attraction for WWE’s Saudi Arabia shows. However, it also raises questions about the hierarchy of championships within WWE.
What they’re saying
WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray shared his thoughts on “Busted Open Radio“:
• “This one I don’t really look at as another championship. This is kind of like the King of the Ring trophy, or a tournament trophy, because this is going to be unique for Saudi.”
• “I’m wondering if they will carry these championships with them wherever they go.”
The big picture
While the Crown Jewel Championship adds excitement, it could potentially create confusion about WWE’s title hierarchy. Bully Ray explains:
“You’re going to create a perception if your World Heavyweight Champion ever defeats your Undisputed Champion, that the World Champion is better than your Undisputed (Champion). It creates uncertainty.”
What to watch
The current match-up on the men’s side is WWE Champion Cody Rhodes vs. World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER. The outcome of this match could have significant implications for both champions and their respective titles.
The bottom line
The introduction of the Crown Jewel Championship adds a new layer of complexity to WWE’s championship landscape. While it provides a unique attraction for the Saudi Arabia events, it also raises questions about title prestige and hierarchy within the company.
What do you think about the new Crown Jewel Championship? Will it elevate the Crown Jewel event or potentially confuse the championship hierarchy in WWE? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!
