In the world of WWE, the Elimination Chamber event in Perth was not one to remember for Austin Theory. After being laid out by Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins, the former United States Champion had a strong message for his detractors. Following the event, Theory broke his silence on social media with a pointed post on Instagram. During the Elimination Chamber, Theory found himself in a segment where he was meant to support his partner, Grayson Waller. However, as the storyline with the World Titles unfolded and the dynamic between Theory and Waller was explored, it became clear that their alliance was on shaky ground. After mocking The Rock and being attacked by the babyfaces, Waller notably refrained from coming to Theory’s aid, hinting at potential discord between the two.
Despite the apparent lack of support, Austin Theory remains undeterred, as evidenced by his Instagram post where he wrote, “Surrounded by Haters.” This sentiment suggests that Theory is ready to face his challenges head-on, regardless of the criticism he may encounter. The Elimination Chamber event also set the stage for future developments in WWE storylines. Fans were particularly focused on ‘The Grayson Waller Effect’ to see what would unfold next in the captivating narrative involving Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and The Bloodline.
Cody Rhodes took the opportunity to express his willingness to face The Rock in a singles match, and he received a pledge of support from Seth Rollins. The World Heavyweight Champion assured Rhodes that he would stand with him in the fight against the Samoans. The segment built up to a crescendo where the audience anticipated the moment when Rollins and Rhodes would unleash their finishers, and Austin Theory, unfortunately, was the target. After imitating The Rock’s catchphrase, Theory was hit with a Cody Cutter and a Stomp.
The dynamics between tag team partners are often complex, and the Elimination Chamber event was no exception. Grayson Waller’s decision to stay out of the fray and not assist Austin Theory against Rollins and Rhodes raised questions about the future of their partnership. As the road to WrestleMania 40 continues, the tension between Waller and Theory suggests that changes are on the horizon, leaving fans to speculate about the direction of their on-screen relationship.
