War Raiders Go Babyface, New Day Turns Heel – WWE has officially adjusted the internal alignment of The War Raiders (Erik & Ivar), positioning them as babyfaces. This shift signals a potential fresh start for the duo, who have experienced a tumultuous run since joining WWE. The former NXT Tag Team Champions were a dominant force during their time on the black-and-gold brand, receiving significant pushes and showcasing their intense, hard-hitting style.
However, their transition to the main roster was rocky, marred by inconsistent creative direction and the controversial rebranding to “The Viking Experience,” a name that was swiftly abandoned after fan backlash. Despite brief flashes of momentum, their trajectory has been repeatedly stalled. Most recently, Ivar’s neck injury sidelined the team for an extended period, further disrupting their momentum.
Now competing once again under the War Raiders name, the team appears primed for a renewed focus in WWE’s tag team division. The internal decision to turn them babyface suggests a return to their roots, emphasizing the powerful and aggressive in-ring style that defined their early success. This move also distances them from the comedic elements that had crept into their presentation, which many felt diluted their impact.
In other roster updates, Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston are now officially listed as heels following their shocking betrayal of Big E on Monday Night RAW. This turn marks a significant shift for the New Day duo, whose actions have left fans buzzing and speculation high about the future direction of the storyline involving the former faction mates.
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War Raiders Go Babyface, New Day Turns Heel
