The United States Champion Logan Paul, returned to WWE today in the SmackDown New Year’s Revolution. Logan was attacked by Kevin Owens after the match with Santos Escobar in the grand final for the number 1 contender for the US title.
The Maverick was severely injured after the attack, and he has now posted a photo on social media, revealing the damage he incurred when Owens hit him with a knockout punch of his own.
Logan Paul shows mark left on him by KO
In the first SmackDown of 2024, the New Year’s Revolution, Logan Paul made a surprise appearance to the arena and joined the commentary team during the match between Kevin Owens and Santos Escobar for determining the number 1 contender for the US title.
After the match Logan insulted Owens by saying, “Lets be honest. He is a Canadian. A Canadian could never have the United States Championship. It’s never gonna happen.” Owens was not happy with Logan’s words and he knocked out Logan with a punch to his face.
Later on the show the YouTuber-turned-wrestler was seen in a backstage interview with a Ice cube on his face. Logan refused to give any answer rather later uploaded a picture of his face by adding, “He actually got me!”.
With Logan set to defend his title at the Royal Rumble on January 27 against Kevin Owens, he will go to any lengths to win the match and remain as the United States Champion. This marks the first time these superstars are competing in a singles match, creating a lot of expectations.
Logan Paul already hit 63-days mark as US Champion with
Logan Paul has now become the United States Champion for almost 63 days after winning the title on November 4, 2023. The internet influencer pinned the Hall Of Famer Rey Mysterio, at the Crown Jewel pay-per-view in Saudi Arabia and won his first ever United States Championship.
The match ended in a controversial way as Logan hit Rey with the help of brass knuckles, brought to the ring by Santos Escobar, who was the member of LWO along with Rey. After the match, Escobar betrayed Rey and caused him a serious injury to his knees.
Since his title victory, Logan has faced criticism and backlash from many WWE superstars, who have accused him of tarnishing the legacy of the US Championship. Logan was also warned by the Chief Content Officer of WWE, Triple H after he was seen showcasing the title in an unprofessional way.
Logan was also rumored to face his brother Jake Paul in the Royal Rumble as in a recent interview Jake confirmed his interest in challenging Logan for the title. Even with all these controversies Logan is still one of the most talented and famous figures in the industry.
