In recent months, WWE has been generating excitement with the return of seasoned superstars, such as CM Punk and Carlito. Adding to the anticipation, reports suggest the comeback of the formidable tag team, the Authors of Pain (AOP). Despite their release in 2020 and subsequent reassignment in 2022 under Vince McMahon’s leadership, the duo, consisting of Ekam and Razor, has been noticeably absent from TV time.
According to a recent PWinsider report, the Authors of Pain are set to make their return at SmackDown: New Year’s Revolution on the January 5, 2023, episode. This news has stirred enthusiasm among fans, especially following a mysterious video package featuring Karrion Kross and Scarlett on a recent SmackDown episode. In the cryptic message, Kross hinted at the destruction of notable wrestlers like Drew McIntyre and Shinsuke Nakamura, suggesting a potential alliance with the “authors.”
It’s worth noting that Ekam and Razor, collectively known as the Authors of Pain, have previously achieved significant success as a tag team. They secured the Raw Tag Team Championship upon their main roster promotion and also clinched the NXT Tag Team Title during their time in NXT. Renowned for their strength and skills, they are poised to reclaim their status as one of the top teams in the company.
The zenith of their career came when they aligned themselves with Seth Rollins, forming a faction that not only heightened their popularity but also showcased their menacing characters. A potential collaboration with Karrion Kross could be a game-changer for AOP, opening up exciting possibilities in the coming months. Speculations suggest they might initially target factions like LWO or The Imperium before setting their sights on Roman Reigns and his formidable group, The Bloodline.
As the WWE universe eagerly awaits the return of the Authors of Pain, enthusiasts look forward to the unfolding chapters of their story and the potential impact they could have on the professional wrestling landscape in the next few months.