WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 – A Battle of Bloodlines and Champions
As the curtain falls on 2024, the wrestling world eagerly anticipates WWE’s final leading roster premium live event of the year: Survivor Series: WarGames. Set to take place on Saturday, November 30, at 6 p.m. ET, this event promises to deliver high-octane action and settle long-standing feuds.
The Battleground
For the first time since 1998, Vancouver, Canada, will host a WWE premium live event. The Rogers Arena will serve as the backdrop for this epic showdown, bringing the excitement of professional wrestling back to the Great White North.
How to Watch
Fans can catch all the action on Peacock, with a premium or premium-plus subscription required. International viewers can tune in via the WWE Network. A preshow will kick off at 4 p.m. ET and be available on Peacock, WWE’s YouTube channel, and various social media platforms.
Match Card Highlights:
Men’s WarGames Match
The main event features a clash of Bloodlines as Roman Reigns leads his team against Solo Sikoa’s faction. This 5-on-5 battle will occur inside the unforgiving WarGames structure, a double-ring enclosed by a steel cage.
Team Reigns: Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, CM Punk
Team Sikoa: Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Jacob Fatu, Bronson Reed
Adding CM Punk to Reigns’ team, orchestrated by the returning Paul Heyman, adds an intriguing twist to this family feud.
Women’s WarGames Match
The women’s division isn’t far behind in star power, featuring a mix of champions and contenders:
Team Ripley: Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, Naomi, Iyo Sky, Bayley
Team Morgan: Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton, Candice LeRae
This match brings together multiple storylines, including the ongoing rivalry between Ripley and Morgan for the women’s world championship.
Championship Matches
- World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Damian Priest
- Intercontinental Championship: Bron Breakker (c) vs. Sheamus vs. Ludwig Kaiser
- United States Championship: LA Knight (c) vs. Shinsuke Nakamura
Predictions and Expectations
The WarGames matches are poised to be the highlights of the night. The men’s match could see unexpected twists, with potential interference from Seth Rollins or The Rock.
In the women’s WarGames, the babyface team is favored to win, but the real intrigue lies in the potential reveal of Jade Cargill’s attacker.
The championship matches are more challenging to call. Gunther is expected to retain against Priest in a close contest, while Sheamus might finally capture the elusive Intercontinental title to complete his Grand Slam.
As for the United States Championship, LA Knight’s reign may continue, but Nakamura’s recent attacks have added uncertainty to the outcome.
Conclusion
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 is shaping to be an unforgettable night of professional wrestling. With family drama, title pursuits, and the brutal WarGames structure, fans are in for a treat as WWE caps off another thrilling year in sports entertainment.