10 Times WWE WarGames Blew Fans Away
CM Punk at 2023 Survivor Series
10. Bronson Reed’s Tsunami Through the Table in Vancouver (Survivor Series 2024)
This incident took place on November 30, 2024 at Survivor Series WarGames inside Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada. Bronson Reed was labeled a possible “difference maker” on commentary before positioning Roman Reigns on a table outside the ring. The 330-pounder climbed to the top of the WarGames cage and launched his Tsunami splash from the highest point of the structure. CM Punk pulled Reigns out of harm’s way and took the full impact himself as the table collapsed. Reed suffered an ankle injury after the landing and was later ruled out of action.
9. Dominik Mysterio gets surrounded and beaten up (Survivor Series 2023)
The moment took place during the Survivor Series WarGames broadcast in Chicago in 2023. Dominik Mysterio executed the 'three amigos' that Corey Graves suggested was a tribute to the late Eddie Guerrero, while Michael Cole rejected the idea entirely. The exchange concluded with commentary noting that Dominik “thinks the world of Eddie” but seemingly does not feel the same way about his own father. In the end, Mysterio was surrounded by Cody Rhodes, Jey Uso, Sami Zayn and Seth Rollins and beaten viciously by the four men together.
8. Super RKO to JD McDonagh (Survivor Series 2023)
The incident occurred on November 25, 2023, during Survivor Series WarGames at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. JD McDonagh was perched nearly twenty feet above the ring when World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins and Sami Zayn attacked him simultaneously. To make matters worse, Randy Orton was poised to strike with his signature RKO. After being pushed from the cage, Orton delivered the high-risk maneuver, creating a heart-stopping moment for the Irishman.
7. Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair's Grand Reunion (Survivor Series 2023)
The confrontation took place during the Women’s WarGames match on November 25, 2023, at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. Despite their recent rivalry, Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair reunited as two of the Four Horsewomen. Putting their differences aside, they worked together to double-team Iyo Sky, delivering a brutal double suplex. The tandem then executed a double powerbomb on Kairi Sane. Afterward, the duo embraced in the ring, with commentary noting their teamwork was for the good of the team.
6. Iyo Sky's Trash Can Leap in Chicago (Survivor Series 2023)
This moment happened at Survivor Series WarGames 2023 inside the Allstate Arena. Iyo Sky carried a trash can to the top of the WarGames cage. Commentary compared her appearance to “Jacob Marley” due to the chains rattling around the structure. The Japanese ace then placed the trash can over her head and leapt directly off the cage, crashing into the likes of Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, Shotzi and others standing in the ring to a thunderous ovation.
5. Roman Reigns puts his complete trust in Sami Zayn (Survivor Series 2024)
This memorable moment took place at last year’s WarGames event in Vancouver, when Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Sami Zayn were trapped inside the shark cage, waiting for their turn to enter the WarGames structure. As soon as the clock hit zero, Reigns stopped Punk in his tracks and signaled for Zayn to go next, placing his trust in the Canadian. The intense staredown between Reigns and Punk was unforgettable, but the moment also highlighted Reigns’ confidence in Zayn, allowing him to lead the charge for his team and marking a defining chapter for the former “Honorary Uce.”
4. Randy Orton's grand return (Survivor Series 2023)
Randy Orton made a dramatic return at Survivor Series 2023 inside the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois, electrifying the crowd. The Viper appeared during a tense moment in the WarGames match, instantly striking fear into his opponents with his legendary presence. Orton seized the chaos after Rhea Ripley ran down to hand the Money in the Bank briefcase to Damian Priest, delivering a breathtaking RKO from the top of the cage to JD McDonagh. The high-risk maneuver reminded fans why Orton remains one of WWE’s most feared and respected superstars.
3. Sami Zayn proves his loyalty to The Bloodline (Survivor Series 2022)
Sami Zayn proved his unwavering loyalty to Roman Reigns during Survivor Series WarGames 2023 in a pivotal moment. Amid the chaos inside the double cage, Zayn attacked longtime rival Kevin Owens, preventing him from securing a pinfall and swinging the advantage back to The Bloodline. He continued to neutralize other threats, staying firmly at Reigns’ side throughout the match. Fans were reminded why Zayn’s allegiance has become central to his character, cementing him as both a cunning strategist and a trusted ally.
2. Iyo Sky and Tiffany Stratton Take Flight in Vancouver (Survivor Series 2024)
On November 30, 2024, at Rogers Arena in Canada, Tiffany Stratton and Iyo Sky delivered one of the most breathtaking moments of the Women’s WarGames match. Stratton launched herself off the top of the cage with a stunning Swanton Bomb, crushing her opponents below. At the same time, Sky embraced the chaos, wrapping herself in a trash can and executing a daring moonsault from the adjacent cage corner. The synchronized, high-risk dives became one of the defining visuals of the match, showcasing their fearlessness, precision, and athleticism.
1. CM Punk Returns to WWE after a decade (Survivor Series 2023)
The roof of the Allstate Arena blew off as the iconic notes of "Cult of Personality" hit! Following the main event, CM Punk shockingly returned to WWE after a near-decade absence. Appearing in his hometown of Chicago at Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, "The Best In The World" stood on the ramp, soaking in a deafening ovation, signaling a monumental and highly controversial comeback.
