On the July 11 episode of SmackDown in Nashville, Tennessee, the long-discussed Damian Priest Aleister Black feud took a surprising turn when Aleister Black suddenly attacked Damian Priest backstage. The rivalry escalated following an incident earlier in the night involving Aleister and R-Truth, who had interfered to cancel Black’s match against Kit Wilson.
Chaos Unfolds During Aleister Black’s Match with R-Truth
The tension increased when Aleister Black, responding to R-Truth’s interference, aggressively battled him in their match, introducing a steel chair into the fight. This act led to the referee confiscating the weapon, giving R-Truth the opportunity to secure an upset victory with a quick roll-up. Aleister’s frustration became evident after the match, fueling further discord.
Backstage Fallout: Aleister’s Sudden Attack on Damian Priest
Later backstage, Damian Priest attempted to calm Aleister Black, urging him to move past his issues with R-Truth. Aleister initially seemed to take his advice, but then unexpectedly turned on Priest and attacked him. This startling move deepened the animosity between the two and set the stage for what appears to be an intense rivalry ahead.
Damian Priest para a Aleister Black cuando este iba cabreado a por R-Truth… solo para comerse un ataque en backstage del mismo Aleister.Rivalidad rara de cojones. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/peSd238Qq6— LuigiWrestling (@LuigiWrestling) July 12, 2025
What’s Next in the Damian Priest and Aleister Black Storyline?
This unexpected betrayal adds a new layer of complexity to the ongoing conflict between Damian Priest and Aleister Black, with fans and analysts left to wonder how the feud will develop. The attack backstage signals more clashes ahead, possibly leading to high-stakes matches on future SmackDown episodes. Wrestlers and audiences alike will be watching closely to see how this tense dynamic unfolds.
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