AEW’s Thunder Rosa has dropped some insider perspective on why WWE’s heel faction might be destined for victory at Survivor Series WarGames. The veteran wrestler points to both backstage business decisions and obvious booking patterns that suggest Team Paul won’t be walking away empty-handed.
WarGames Teams Set for Vancouver Showdown
Saturday’s premium live event features a star-studded Men’s WarGames clash that has wrestling fans buzzing. Team Punk consists of CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, and The Usos, while their opposition brings together Logan Paul, Brock Lesnar, Drew McIntyre, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed.
The heel squad gained a crucial psychological edge on Monday Night Raw when Paul’s team secured the all-important order advantage. This strategic benefit allows them to enter the first competitor and gain numerical superiority at key moments throughout the brutal encounter.
Cracks Already Showing in Babyface Unity
Internal drama threatens to derail the fan favorites before they even step inside the double-cage structure. Both CM Punk and Cody Rhodes have been jockeying for the captain’s role, creating unnecessary friction within their ranks.
Roman Reigns added fuel to the fire by suggesting one of the world championships currently held by his teammates would look better around his waist. The Tribal Chief remains visibly frustrated with The Usos following their costly interference at Crown Jewel, where their involvement backfired and cost him a victory over Bronson Reed.
Thunder Rosa’s Business-First Analysis
Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Thunder Rosa offered a refreshingly honest take on WWE’s booking strategy. The AEW star connected the dots between ticket sales and star power in a way that many fans might not consider.
“It’s very interesting because they’re not sold out. Survivor Series is not sold out. Tickets are expensive. They need to sell tickets, so they better bring every single star that they have for this show.”
Rosa emphasized the significance of WWE’s venue choice for this particular event. The company selected a baseball stadium for their traditional November spectacular, raising the stakes for delivering a memorable show that justifies premium pricing.
The Brock Lesnar Factor
According to Rosa’s analysis, Lesnar’s involvement serves as the clearest indicator of WWE’s intended outcome. The Beast Incarnate’s rare appearances typically signal major storyline developments that the company wants to protect.
“Then you bring Brock Lesnar, which makes it even more obvious that [the heels] are not going to lose.”
Rosa acknowledged that while the storyline development might feel rushed, the business logic makes perfect sense. WWE needs their biggest attractions performing at peak levels to move tickets and create buzz for their stadium spectacular.
Strategic Booking Over Organic Storytelling
The veteran wrestler didn’t shy away from critiquing the creative approach, noting that strategic considerations sometimes overshadow natural character development. Rosa pointed out that both she and her co-host recognized the lack of organic storyline progression leading into the match.
This observation highlights the ongoing tension between sports entertainment as art form versus commercial product. WWE must balance compelling narratives with business realities, especially when hosting events in massive venues with significant overhead costs.
As Vancouver prepares to host this massive collision between sports entertainment’s biggest names, Thunder Rosa’s insider perspective raises intriguing questions about whether WWE’s business needs will override fan expectations. Will the heel faction’s advantage prove too much for the dysfunctional babyface team, or can Punk, Rhodes, Reigns, and The Usos put aside their differences long enough to shock the wrestling world?