The July 11 episode of WWE SmackDown in Nashville, Tennessee, featured a memorable appearance by country singer Jelly Roll, which escalated into a physical confrontation and set the stage for a new celebrity storyline.
The night began with Jelly Roll performing for his hometown crowd, an event that was cut short by the arrival of Logan Paul. Paul interrupted the musical performance, entering the ring to express his disapproval of a “clout-chasing celebrity outsider” being in a WWE ring.
The situation drew out Randy Orton, who confronted Paul over his hypocrisy. This led to a surprise attack from Drew McIntyre, Orton’s opponent at this weekend’s Saturday Night’s Main Event. After McIntyre incapacitated Orton with a Claymore kick, Logan Paul saw an opportunity to get in some cheap shots on the vulnerable superstar.
However, Jelly Roll intervened, physically removing Paul from the ring. A frustrated Logan Paul then proceeded to destroy the singer’s music equipment. Following the chaotic scene, it was announced that Jelly Roll will be in Randy Orton’s corner for his match against McIntyre.
This segment appears to be the start of a larger angle, as reports suggest a potential tag team match at SummerSlam pitting Jelly Roll and Randy Orton against Logan Paul and a partner yet to be named.