The potential challengers for the WWE SmackDown Championship Open Challenge on the August 1st episode have reportedly been unveiled. WWE stars Angel and Bert, who currently hold the AAA Tag Team Championship, defended their titles on SmackDown, with an upcoming title match slated for the next show. When they issued an Open Challenge, many wondered who would step up to compete for the AAA titles.
Angel, Bert, and Van recently lost in a six-man tag team match at WWE Supershow Mexico in Mexico City, providing hints about who might challenge them next for the championship. It is widely believed that two members of this trio will vie for the AAA Tag Team Championship on August 1st SmackDown.
Pagano and Psycho Clown, after their loss to Legado Del Fantasma in a six-man tag match at Worlds Collide on June 7th, have teamed up with El Hijo De Dr Wagner. Speculation suggests this trio could make their SmackDown debut in the Open Challenge, as Pagano and Psycho Clown are part of the Tag Team Forway Bout, which won the AAA Tag Team Championship at Triplemanía Regia.
This situation might serve as WWE’s chance to introduce Iguana more broadly to the main roster, as his popularity surged after his appearance on Worlds Collide. Additionally, the upcoming Triplemanía event on August 16th will feature three challenges involving WWE stars and the AAA Mega Championship.
Fan Take: This development is thrilling for WWE fans as it hints at fresh matchups and the possible integration of popular AAA talents into SmackDown, enhancing the show’s excitement. The cross-promotion between WWE and AAA could also elevate the level of competition and storytelling in the wrestling world.
