Tonight’s WWE SmackDown witnessed Triple H unveiling a nostalgic moment as BUTCH reverted to being Pete Dunne, bringing back a beloved NXT star’s former ring name.
The return of this cherished character had been a subject of speculation amid recent shifts in WWE’s creative direction. Fans finally got their wish as the long-anticipated name change played out during tonight’s SmackDown.
Last week’s backstage segment featured Tyler Bate encouraging Butch to embark on a soul-searching journey to find his place in the world. It seems the Bruiser weight has rediscovered his true self.
Entering the ring on SmackDown as Pete Dunne, Butch is now officially a thing of the past. In a victorious comeback, Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate defeated Pretty Deadly on tonight’s SmackDown.
The once-formidable alliance of the Brawling Brutes has now dissolved, with Butch embracing his Pete Dunne persona once again, while Ridge Holland seeks a fresh start on NXT.
Sheamus, absent from WWE television since his singles match with Edge in August due to a shoulder injury, is poised to make a return. Fans can anticipate Sheamus stepping back into action at the upcoming premium live event, WWE Royal Rumble, scheduled for January 27, 2024.
