Recent challenges in maintaining brand separation have prompted speculation about potential changes in SmackDown’s leadership. The situation stems from Bloodline 2.0’s unauthorized appearances on RAW, leading to tensions between General Managers Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis.
The recurring brand violations have raised questions about potential leadership changes, with Stephanie McMahon emerging as a possible candidate for the SmackDown General Manager position. McMahon’s recent comments about WrestleMania 41 suggest her readiness to return to WWE programming.
Should Triple H opt to replace Aldis, the current SmackDown General Manager could transition to an in-ring role. Aldis, who competed in Impact Wrestling before assuming his administrative position, could potentially debut at the 2025 Royal Rumble match.
The tension between the brands escalated after Pearce issued a warning to Aldis regarding roster control. This development suggests the possibility of a Team Aldis versus Team Pearce confrontation at Survivor Series WarGames, though no official announcement has been made.
The situation remains fluid as WWE continues to address these administrative challenges on both brands.
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