The Motor City Machine Guns faced a punishing six-pack Tables, Ladders, and Chairs (TLC) match at WWE SummerSlam, leaving them battered but determined to fight back. Following the intense contest, both members appeared on WWE SmackDown visibly bandaged, affirming their commitment to regain the tag team titles they recently lost.
Harsh Competition at SummerSlam for Tag Team Supremacy
The Motor City Machine Guns entered WWE just months ago, quickly capturing the World Tag Team Championships. However, after losing the belts, they have pursued a comeback ever since. At SummerSlam, the duo took part in a fierce six-pack TLC match against teams such as The Wyatt Sicks, DIY, Andrade and Rey Fenix, Fraxiom, and The Street Profits. The match was filled with brutal moments, reflecting the high stakes as every team aimed to secure the tag titles. In the end, The Wyatt Sicks successfully defended their championships, leaving the Motor City Machine Guns short of their goal.
Afterward on SmackDown, the team was interviewed backstage by Cathy Kelley. Alex Shelley appeared with his ribs wrapped in bandages, showcasing the toll the match had taken. He described the bout as extraordinarily brutal but emphasized the team’s enduring spirit, saying they have built a legacy through falling and rising again. Chris Sabin echoed this sentiment, insisting that while they did not succeed at SummerSlam, they remain focused on climbing back to the pinnacle of the tag team division.
Alex Shelley Expresses Admiration for Rising Team Fraxiom
Fraxiom, a team that recently transitioned from NXT to WWE’s main roster, has quickly established itself as a formidable contender in the tag division. After holding the NXT Tag Team Championship for several months, Fraxiom has challenged top teams on the main roster, even securing a victory over The Street Profits. Their strong performances have earned both respect and opportunities to compete for the tag team titles.
Alex Shelley took to Instagram to share his respect and connection with Fraxiom, highlighting similarities between their approaches and passion. He credited “wrestling dad” Kevin Nash for advising him to surround himself with people equally hungry for success and love for wrestling. Shelley described Fraxiom as “starving,” praising their shared passion and the positive work environment WWE offers where talents can grow together.
“Sometimes, you meet people in life and just instantly connect with them. @axiom_wwe and @wwefrazer are those dudes for me. I won’t bog you down with the details, but @realkevinnash, my wrestling dad, told me the secrets to the business years ago: one was making sure you surround yourself with people who love the business and are hungry. Fraxiom is STARVING. From that passion for wrestling came shared experiences and time spent together / they’re so similar to Sabin and I that it just makes me laugh. Grateful for them and for @wwe giving us a workplace environment to grow together,” wrote Shelley.
—Alex Shelley, WWE Wrestler
Looking Ahead: The Motor City Machine Guns’ Quest to Reclaim Glory
Despite their defeat and physical toll from the SummerSlam WWE Tag Team Battle, the Motor City Machine Guns remain resolute in their mission to capture the World Tag Team Championship once more. Their determined remarks on SmackDown signal that they are far from finished and intend to press forward in the competitive WWE tag team landscape. With fierce opponents like The Wyatt Sicks and emerging teams such as Fraxiom, the tag division continues to be fiercely contested. Fans will be watching closely to see how the Motor City Machine Guns navigate this challenging road back to the top.
