Finn Balor was expelled from The Judgment Day during a tense episode of WWE RAW last night following a shocking betrayal by his own stablemates. The conflict began when Balor unexpectedly turned against Dominik Mysterio during a heated argument, triggering a vicious response from the rest of the group. This dramatic shift within the faction has put Balor’s future and the group’s direction into question amid growing tension and fan debate.
JD McDonagh initially appeared poised to calm the situation but quickly sided with Mysterio by striking Balor with a clothesline. Then, Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez aggressively joined the attack, delivering a coordinated four-on-one assault. Dominik Mysterio used a ring bell concealed in his boot to land a signature 619 move, while McDonagh followed up by hitting Balor with a chair and setting him up for a frogsplash, intensifying the betrayal.
Fan Reactions Split Over The Judgment Day’s Drastic Change
The expulsion of Balor, the longest-standing member of The Judgment Day, has sparked divided responses from the WWE fanbase. Many expected Balor’s removal due to his recent babyface promos and friction with Mysterio, but the consequences have fueled debate about the faction’s future. Some viewers believe that The Judgment Day should be disbanded altogether now that its original founder, Edge, is no longer involved.
One fan expressed their desire for the faction’s end, writing,
“Not talking about turning Finn Balor babyface because that was long overdue, but it’s still time for Judgment Day to end. So, I can’t wait for Dominik Mysterio/Liv Morgan to go on their own, then Raquel Rodriguez to go on her own. JD McDonagh can do JD.”
Another fan echoed this sentiment:
“How about disband the faction for good? Edge isn’t in the WWE anymore and he created that faction what’s the use of continuing this group while the original founding members are no longer with them?”
Others recognized the possible decline of The Judgment Day as a whole. A fan noted,
“I can see this as the beginning of the end for TJD. Finn kinda held things together amd was selfless during their entire run. TJD should go into the HOF one day.”
At the same time, there is excitement among fans hopeful about Balor’s prospects outside the group, anticipating a return to solo spotlight after primarily competing in tag team scenarios during his time with the stable.
A fan enthusiastically stated,
“Finn was Great without The Judgment Day losers he will be great again without Judgement day Finn is also right about Rey Mysterio is the best Mysterio.”
Another added with anticipation,
“Finn free from Judgment Day! Demon incoming.”
Still, some remain conflicted, torn between liking Balor’s departure but missing his presence in the faction:
“I love this and i hate this, as a judgment day fan, i loved finn being apart of it, since he was one of my favs before TJD, but i love dominik even more now, so i know this is gonna cook.”
Many fans also reflected on the timeline of The Judgment Day’s evolving membership:
“SO it started with Edge, Priest and Ripley. Replaced Edge with Finn. Priest and Ripley were kicked out. Now Finn is kicked out. Makes sense.”
Balor became part of The Judgment Day in June 2022 when he aligned himself with Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley, pushing out the faction’s founder, Edge. Since then, Balor has not secured a singles title and instead partnered with JD McDonagh inside the stable.
Insights from JD McDonagh on Finn Balor’s Departure
JD McDonagh’s role in attacking and ousting Balor has surprised many, as the Irish wrestler shared a close friendship and mentorship history with Balor. The rift between McDonagh and Balor contrasts with McDonagh’s alliance with Mysterio, leading fans to question the motivations behind the split.
On social media platform X, McDonagh clarified the group’s reasons for the betrayal, accusing Balor of dishonesty and selfishness:
“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.”
This statement highlights the internal tensions and the faction’s emphasis on loyalty, setting the stage for future confrontations within WWE programming.
Possible Directions for WWE Storylines Following the Split
The fallout leaves many questions about upcoming WWE narratives, especially since a WrestleMania 42 match featuring Mysterio defending the Intercontinental Championship against Balor will no longer take place after Mysterio lost the title to Penta earlier this week. While Mysterio could reclaim the championship to revive that potential match, WWE might also opt for a personal feud between Penta, the current AAA Mega Champion, and Balor, the former tag partner now turned rival.
Balor’s separation from Judgment Day opens the door for new storylines centered on his return as an individual competitor and the evolving dynamics within the faction itself. The betrayal has intensified fan engagement and speculation, signaling a turbulent period ahead for all involved in WWE’s evolving narrative landscape.
