Roman Reigns & Bronson Reed Set for Australian Street Fight at Crown Jewel, Asuka Ignites Feud with Iyo Sky
The road to Crown Jewel in Australia took a dramatic turn during Friday Night SmackDown, highlighted by a simmering confrontation between Roman Reigns and Bronson Reed, and a brewing rivalry in the women’s division. Hear’s a breakdown of the key developments:
Reigns & Reed Clash, Crown Jewel Match Confirmed
Roman Reigns opened the show demanding acknowledgment from the Dallas crowd, which he received. However, his moment was quickly interrupted by Paul Heyman and the imposing Bronson Reed.
Initially, a lack of vocal reaction from the audience prompted Reigns to question their enthusiasm. Heyman then attempted to rally the crowd, urging them to acknowledge the ”Tribal Thief,” only to be met with boos. he escalated the situation, suggesting Reigns acknowledge the one competitor he truly feared: Reed.
Reed didn’t shy away from the challenge, pointing out the legendary status of Afa and Sika and questioning how they’d feel witnessing Reigns carried out on a stretcher. Reigns retorted,claiming Reed lacked a personal connection to his family’s legacy,but acknowledged Heyman’s history with them. He then issued a direct challenge for an immediate fight.
Heyman, surprisingly, talked reed down, leading reigns to accuse him of stalling. Ultimately, Heyman announced a match between the two at Crown Jewel in Australia: an Australian Street Fight. The declaration received a muted response from the audience, as similar matches are frequently featured on both SmackDown and Raw.
The tension didn’t end there. Following the announcement, Reigns accused Reed and Heyman of retreating like “bitches.” Reed stormed the ring, initiating a brawl. Reigns gained the upper hand, landing two Superman punches before being separated by security. He ended the segment posing triumphantly as Reed glared from the stands.
Women’s Division Heats Up: asuka & Iyo Sky to Face Off
The women’s division saw significant developments as well, with a potential feud brewing between Asuka and Iyo Sky.
CM Punk, sporting a Chicago Cubs cap, Lyra Valkyria, and Sky where all shown arriving at the arena.Backstage, Asuka aggressively demanded a match between Kairi Sane and Sky from Adam Pearce. While Pearce initially cited scheduling concerns, the match was ultimately made.
The dynamic shifted when Sane arrived. Asuka, initially fiery with Pearce, greeted Sane with a smile. However, that quickly changed. Asuka slapped Sane, forcefully declaring the match would happen regardless of her reservations about facing a friend. This aggressive act signals a significant shift in Asuka’s character and sets the stage for a compelling rivalry.
Becky Lynch Defeats Maxxine Dupri
In a non-title match, Women’s Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch secured a victory over Maxxine Dupri. This match served as a solid in-ring performance, though overshadowed by the larger storyline developments unfolding throughout the night.
Thes events leave fans anticipating Crown Jewel and eager to see how these storylines will unfold in the coming weeks. the Australian Street Fight between Reigns and Reed promises physicality, while the conflict between Asuka and Sky adds a layer of personal drama to the women’s division.
