Carmelo Hayes isn’t simply prepared for a rematch on SmackDown — he is likely to be bringing backup within the type of his real-life fiancée, Kelani Jordan.
On the January 2nd episode of SmackDown, Hayes made his first protection of the WWE United States Championship towards Gargano — and whereas he walked away nonetheless champion, the strain didn’t finish with the bell.
Gargano, who got here to the ring with spouse Candice LeRae in his nook, couldn’t get the job executed regardless of her involvement. After the match, he took to Twitter and uploaded a photograph, sending a transparent message to Hayes: “Coming again for you.”
Hayes noticed it — and fired again with a warning that wasn’t simply in regards to the title; it was about backup, as he was hinting at bringing Kelani Jordan to the principle roster.
“This was an NXT dream match and I truly received a lil little bit of respect for you. We are able to run it again every time, depart your spouse within the again… or I could make a name and we are able to even it out.”
That “name” reference despatched followers straight into hypothesis mode — and Kelani Jordan added gas to the hearth with a not-so-subtle emoji response: “👀😏”
Now with Hayes teasing outdoors involvement and Jordan subtly co-signing the concept, the stage could also be set for a way more private second bout— and presumably a mixed-tag workforce match within the close to future.
Ought to Carmelo Hayes carry Kelani Jordan into the combo if Candice LeRae retains backing Johnny Gargano? Would you be down for a combined tag match? Tell us what you assume within the feedback.