During the latest episode of WWE RAW, tensions boiled over as Dominik Mysterio confronted Finn Balor, holding him responsible for his recent Intercontinental Championship defeat. Finn admitted to contributing to Dom’s loss but insisted he was trying to teach him a lesson about handling his own challenges. The verbal clash quickly escalated, leading Dom to shove Balor, which sparked a skirmish between them. The remaining members of The Judgment Day then joined in, turning against Balor and ultimately ousting him from the faction.
This surprising betrayal marked another shift in the group’s dynamics, as Balor—formerly a Universal Champion and central figure of The Judgment Day—was decisively removed from the team’s ranks.
Responses from Former and Current Members Reflect Discord
Judgment Day’s internal conflict drew sharp reactions from former members and affiliated personalities. JD McDonagh expressed strong disappointment:
You lied to all of us for months. You got an ego. You wanted to be the leader. You played games. That’s never been what the Judgment Day has been about. You used to know that. Judgment Day is my family and if anybody dares to try to step on any of them, you get stomped out.
Damian Priest, who himself was previously expelled from the group, commented succinctly on the drama, writing, Sucks doesn’t it? JD McDonagh replied, Ask Edge. AEW star Swerve Strickland, responding for Edge— the original founder of The Judgment Day—added, He said it sucks.
Edge, under his real name Adam Copeland in All Elite Wrestling, was the first to be removed from the faction he created, adding layers to the faction’s bitter developments and public exchanges.
Backstage Insights on Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton at WrestleMania 42
In other WWE news, the highly anticipated WrestleMania 42 main event between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton for the Undisputed WWE Championship largely emerged from Rhodes’ own initiative. Sources reveal that Rhodes, known as The American Nightmare, vigorously advocated for this matchup, viewing the Teacher vs. Student storyline with Orton as a prime fit for WWE’s grandest stage.
This bout, which continues a rivalry spanning nearly two decades since 2007, is expected to headline the first night of WrestleMania 42. Their previous encounter at Night of Champions 2025 ended with Rhodes claiming the King of the Ring title after defeating Orton.
Brock Lesnar’s Booking Demands Stir Backstage Challenges
Meanwhile, creative plans for Brock Lesnar’s role at WrestleMania 42 have encountered complications. Reports indicate that Lesnar and his advocate Paul Heyman have insisted that Lesnar remain unbeaten until he retires, creating booking challenges for WWE.
This demand effectively blocks potential marquee matches against rising stars like Gunther and Oba Femi from ending in Lesnar’s defeat, a traditional way of elevating newer talent. Oba Femi and LA Knight are among the wrestlers rumored to face Lesnar during WrestleMania, with Femi currently favored to get the spotlight.
Despite Lesnar’s history of putting over prominent performers when the conditions align, this no-loss stipulation complicates WWE’s storytelling, particularly as fans anticipate fresh marquee showdowns.
Significance and Future Outlook on Wrestling Storylines
The recent fallout within The Judgment Day highlights deeper issues of loyalty and leadership that challenge the faction’s future cohesion. Damian Priest’s and Edge’s pointed comments underscore not only personal frustrations but also the faction’s shifting identity since its inception. Finn Balor’s expulsion reflects growing tensions in WWE’s narrative arcs, which continue to affect key wrestlers deeply involved in major storylines.
Simultaneously, WrestleMania 42’s headline clash between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton promises to deliver a culmination of long-standing rivalry and mentorship drama, boosted by Rhodes’ proactive role behind the scenes. Meanwhile, backstage struggles to accommodate Brock Lesnar’s conditions reveal ongoing difficulties in balancing veteran star presence with building new talent.
As WWE moves forward, these developments spotlight the complex interplay between in-ring storytelling and real-world negotiation, setting the stage for significant shifts in upcoming wrestling programming.
THE JUDGMENT DAY TURNS ON FINN BALOR 😱
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— WWE (@WWE) March 10, 2026
