Backstage Reaction to R-Truth’s SmackDown Promo
R-Truth’s serious WWE SmackDown promo on John Cena ahead of their title match earned backstage acclaim.
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R-Truth’s serious WWE SmackDown promo on John Cena ahead of their title match earned backstage acclaim.
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