On the August 18th episode of WWE Raw, Xavier Woods faced off against Penta while members of The New Day kept an eye on Edge. During the latest Smackdown taping, Woods chatted with Petey Williams, a former TNA star who now works behind the scenes at WWE.
Woods asked Williams for tips on how to counter Penta’s signature move, known as the Mexican destroyer, which Williams referred to as the Canadian destroyer from his own wrestling days. Woods argued that the Mexican destroyer was even more impressive and playfully told Williams to leave without sharing any advice.
The match between Penta and Woods is just one of the key events on August 18th at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, where big names like Roman Reigns, CM Punk, World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins, Rhea Ripley, and Jey Uso will also be featured.
Since debuting in WWE in January, Penta has defeated multiple opponents using his devastating Mexican destroyer, and Woods hopes to avoid a similar outcome despite entering the match without a clear strategy to counter the move.
Fan Take: This matchup highlights the rising threat Penta poses and adds fresh excitement to WWE’s lineup. It’s a crucial moment for fans, signaling that new rivalries and innovative wrestling styles are shaping the future of the sport.
