Finn Balor Wins Tag Team Title, Becomes Grand Slam Winner At WWE Payback 2023
Finn Balor, one of WWE’s most dynamic superstars, has just added another sparkling jewel to his wrestling crown. At the WWE Payback 2023 event, he captured the Undisputed Tag Team Championship. He has now become the Grand Slam Champion.
In WWE, the Grand Slam Championship is given to the wrestler who wins the tag team championship, primary championship, and both Intercontinental and United States Championships. Now Finn Balor has joined the company of Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, Randy Orton, Rey Mysterio, The Miz, AJ Styles, Kofi Kingston, and Kevin Owens.
This is particularly momentous given that even industry icon John Cena has not achieved this status, falling short by never capturing the Intercontinental title. Balor’s victory is not just a personal triumph but a milestone for his faction, The Judgment Day, who can now boast of being “plastered in gold.” The faction, which also has the opportunity to aim for the World Heavyweight Championship via Damian Priest’s Money in the Bank briefcase, looks stronger than ever.
Earlier this year, Balor’s quest for the World Heavyweight Championship fell short against Seth Rollins at Money in the Bank and SummerSlam. Yet, his resilience was on full display at WWE Payback 2023 as he tasted tag team gold. This victory will undoubtedly add a new dimension to his illustrious career and open doors for other high-profile bouts in the future. It also brings a fresh wave of anticipation for what The Judgment Day can achieve, now that they hold the Undisputed Tag Team Titles.
Rumors have been swirling that JD McDonagh, a rising star in the wrestling world, maybe the newest addition to The Judgment Day. If this becomes a reality, then the acquisition will undoubtedly serve as another feather in the faction’s cap. McDonagh would be another contender for a title, adding to the collective clout of the faction that now holds significant gold.
As for Damian Priest, he is still eyeing the World Heavyweight Championship courtesy of his Money in the Bank briefcase. Should he successfully cash it in, Judgment Day could very well dominate the WWE landscape in an unprecedented manner.
While Grand Slam status is a career-defining moment for any wrestler, for Finn Balor, it may just be another chapter in a career that promises even more. His journey has been fraught with ups and downs, marred by injuries and setbacks, but this win solidifies his position as one of the industry’s leading lights. What’s perhaps most intriguing is the potential for future storylines, not just for Balor but for The Judgment Day as a whole.
