What were the highlights behind the scenes in WWE, this week?
#2 Jinder Mahal had a message for all his haters
Ad
Despite the loss, Mahal remains motivated
After holding the WWE Championship for six months, Jinder Mahal lost to AJ Styles on SmackDown Live this week. This was a rather surprising move from WWE, considering that it's been years since this title changed hands on brand blue.
Ad
Trending
There was much speculation about the reason for Jinder Mahal's loss- wellness policy violation and shoulder injury, to name just two of them. Mahal went to Instagram and clarified that it wasn't either reason, really.
John Cena's last PPV's name revealed by Kurt Angle? More details HERE
Jinder Mahal is truly a motivated man, and he is fuelled by the hate that people throw at him. We're certain he'll be champion again, maybe as soon as the Indian tour.
×
Feedback
Why did you not like this content?
Was this article helpful?
Thank You for feedback
About the author
Riju Dasgupta
Riju Dasgupta is the most-read active writer in Sportskeeda at the moment, across all sports. Having come on board in 2016, Dasgupta is best known for the 'Best and Worst' column, something that has become a staple for the site!
In addition to his writing responsibilities, Dasgupta is also the Assistant Manager of the Combat Sports division. In 4 years, Dasgupta has conducted over 150 interviews with stars from WWE, Impact Wrestling, PCW Ultra, WOS, UFC, ONE FC and the world of boxing as well.
In addition to everything he does in Sportskeeda, Dasgupta is also the bassist and lyricist for heavy metal bands- Albatross and Primitiv.
Before joining Sportskeeda, Dasgupta was a comedy writer for Star TV, where he scripted lines for the iconic Lola Kutty property, in addition to hit TV shows like Axe Ur Ex & UR Fired. He was also a columnist for Rolling Stone India.
Follow him on Facebook and Twitter, for regular wrestling updates.