The faction known as The Judgment Day has been making waves in WWE for the better part of the past two yearsr, getting some of the company’s most electrifying talents over as excellent wheels. The wrestling faction, composed of Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Dominik Mysterio, and the reigning WWE Women’s World Champion, Rhea Ripley, have shown tremendous growth and cohesion. This apparently hasn’t gone unnoticed, earning substantial praise from WWE higher-ups and peers.
Originally formed after WrestleMania 38 last year, The Judgment Day started as a collective brainchild of Edge and Damian Priest. Edge, the WWE Hall of Famer, had the vision but was soon superseded when the faction acquired Finn Balor. Balor’s arrival triggered a paradigm shift, leading to a shocking turn of events where Edge found himself exiled from his creation.
Balor has played an instrumental role in the success of The Judgment Day. Praised for his adaptability and professionalism, he seamlessly filled a plethora of roles, transitioning from the ousted Edge’s antagonist to the group’s leader. His ease of working with and commanding respect has been a cornerstone of the faction’s cohesion.
Rhea Ripley, the indomitable Women’s World Champion, brings her unique charisma and undeterred will to The Judgment Day. Despite knee issues that have plagued her, Ripley’s contribution has been immense, be it as an active competitor or as a de facto manager, selflessly getting everyone else over. Her willingness to share the spotlight even when she’s in a position to dominate matches has demonstrated her unselfish attitude, earning her the respect of both her colleagues and fans.
Damian Priest has carved out his place in the faction with a commendable work ethic. His San Juan Street Fight match with the Grammy Award winner Bad Bunny at the WWE Backlash proved his mettle. Initially starting out as tag team partners, a falling out eventually saw Priest feuding with Bunny, which reportedly led to talks of making Puerto Rico the permanent home of WWE Backlash.
The youngest member of the faction, Dominik Mysterio, turned his back on his legendary father Rey Mysterio to join The Judgment Day last September. Despite his relative inexperience, Dominik has shown incredible growth and commitment, thriving in his new heel character. He has also shown a commendable dedication to media obligations and has been proactive in facing a variety of opponents, thereby widening his in-ring versatility.
It’s no surprise that WWE’s executives are thrilled with The Judgment Day, as per Fightful Select. Even Edge, the faction’s former leader, has admitted that the group is better off in its current iteration.
The Judgment Day has excelled in establishing itself as a dominant force on WWE Monday Night Raw, proving that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
With significant matches coming up at the Money in the Bank event, Balor, Priest, and Mysterio are posed for success. Balor will challenge Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Title, Priest is in the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match, and Dominik Mysterio will face Cody Rhodes, with Ripley by his side.
It’s clear that WWE is high on The Judgment Day, and this faction is here to make a long-lasting impression. With a mix of talent, dedication, and versatility, they are set to continue dominating the WWE landscape for the foreseeable future.
