The latest episode of SmackDown was a blockbuster show filled with thrilling segments, spectacular matches, and massive surprises. However, WWE also teased a major heel turn on the show as a prominent tag team is in the midst of a character transition. A top star, who has been a 'Triple H Guy' for years, could finally unleash his dark persona in the coming weeks.
The star in question is Johnny Gargano. Needless to say, the 37-year-old was one of the favorite superstars of Triple H back in NXT. However, he is currently in a dilemma due to his tag team partner, Tommaso Ciampa. The Blackheart is exasperated with DIY's recent situation on the blue brand, as the duo have been facing setbacks after setbacks in their pursuit of the WWE Tag Team Championship.
There is a good possibility that Ciampa could turn heel in the coming weeks. This dramatic transformation could have a ripple effect, potentially drawing Johnny Gargano into the darkness. His tag team partner's words could finally resonate with him and the 37-year-old could come to the realization that embracing his dark side is the only way to change their fate.
Gargano could turn heel and reunite with his wife, Candice LeRae, on SmackDown. In a stunning twist, The Poison Pixie might join forces with DIY and the three superstars could form a dominant heel trio on the blue brand. This unholy alliance could see DIY's rebirth on the main roster, marking a fresh beginning of a faction capable of unleashing terror on the blue brand's roster.
While this is an intriguing prospect that could change the landscape of the blue brand, it remains mere speculation at this moment. It will be interesting to see whether Triple H has any plans for his former proteges, Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa.
Triple H to revert Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa to their NXT gimmick on SmackDown?
Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa have been a babyface duo on SmackDown for quite some time. However, things have not been working out well for them lately. With rumors of their heel turn making the rounds, it looks like the wheels have finally started moving.
Triple H seemingly has plans to repackage the DIY members and give them their old NXT gimmicks. On the latest edition of SmackDown, Michael Cole mentioned that Ciampa exuded his old aura that was once back in NXT. This came after The Blackheart single-handedly won the tag team match against the Pretty Deadly.
This was apparently a major hint that The Game is slowly and progressively reverting the 39-year-old star to his NXT character, the Tommaso Ciampa who once was a reckoning force. Johnny Gargano could also follow the suit after his potential heel turn on SmackDown.
Gargano could also bring back his old gimmick when he was known as "The Heart and Soul of NXT." This could finally herald a new chapter for DIY and give them a fresh direction on the main roster, which it has been seeking for a while.
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