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#2 Hit on WWE RAW: Jeff Hardy answers Damian Priest's open challenge

Vintage @JEFFHARDYBRAND!#USTitle#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/VXkJuGs2JQ

— BIG E IS WWE CHAMPION (@WWE) September 14, 2021

In a ridiculous turn of events, Jeff Hardy chased the 24/7 Championship on WWE RAW last week. It was lazy writing at best and disrespectful at worst. Thankfully, the creative team had a better plan for The Charismatic Enigma on tonight’s show. He answered Damian Priest's open challenge for the United States Championship that led to an entertaining match between both superstars.

Both Hardy and Priest took turns asserting their dominance throughout the match. The champion had to give his best against a motivated veteran, which led to an engaging in-ring narration on WWE RAW. Jeff Hardy also deserves credit for making the champion look good throughout the match and adding to his momentum on the Red brand.

As @ArcherofInfamy got the pinfall, @WWESheamus went on the attack!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/g1a6EmPSKy

— BIG E IS WWE CHAMPION (@WWE) September 14, 2021

Priest eventually managed to pin Hardy, but his celebration was cut short by Sheamus, who was seated with the commentary team throughout this in-ring bout. The Celtic warrior wasted no time launching an attack on Priest, sending a big message ahead of their upcoming title match at Extreme Rules. It will be interesting to see if Priest comes back with a solid response before the event.