Liv Morgan emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Rhea Ripley at WWE SummerSlam, but the night belonged to the controversial Dominik Mysterio who betrayed his partner and seemingly aligned with Morgan.
Rhea Ripley, accompanied to the ring by Dominik Mysterio, put up a valiant fight despite a recurring shoulder injury. Throughout the match, Ripley repeatedly popped her shoulder back into place, demonstrating her determination to overcome the pain. However, a crucial distraction from Mysterio allowed Morgan to capitalize on Ripley's vulnerability, securing the victory with a devastating Oblivion on a steel chair.
Following the match, Mysterio shocked the audience by sharing a kiss with Morgan, abandoning Ripley in the ring. This betrayal sparked a wave of outrage from fans and commentators alike, with Michael Cole expressing his disgust for the "two-timing son of a bâh."
The rivalry between Morgan and Ripley has been a central storyline for WWE SummerSlam 2024, even with Ripley battling the ongoing shoulder injury. This feud has served as a platform for Morgan to showcase her growth, culminating in her reclaiming the Women's World Championship. Morgan's relentless pursuit of Ripley's boyfriend, Dominik Mysterio, ultimately proved successful, creating a dramatic shift in the dynamics of the Judgment Day faction.
Morgan's bold declaration on the July 22nd WWE Raw, stating that she and Mysterio shared mutual feelings, ignited the rivalry even further. She openly criticized Ripley's appearance and claimed that Mysterio was attracted to her instead. This intense exchange not only amplified the personal feud but also deepened the complex narrative surrounding the Judgment Day.
WWE's masterful storytelling has woven the individual members of the Judgment Day into this ongoing narrative, blurring the lines of loyalty and forcing viewers to question their allegiances. While the faction's members vowed to compete individually, the storyline hints at a vulnerability in Rhea Ripley and Damian Priest, suggesting a potential power shift within the group.
The outcome of this complex storyline remains uncertain, but the most likely scenario sees Morgan and Mysterio seizing control of the Judgment Day after Ripley and Priest are sidelined. This development would undoubtedly lead to a dramatic shift in the landscape of WWE's women's division, leaving fans eager to witness the unfolding consequences of Mysterio's shocking betrayal.
