CM Punk and Paul Heyman reunited on WWE SmackDown to join forces against The Bloodline. After costing Drew McIntyre his chance at the World Heavyweight Championship, Punk referenced his history in Chicago before being interrupted by Heyman, who called him his "best friend." Heyman warned Punk of the looming threat from The Bloodline and advised him to leave. Solo Sikoa of The Bloodline confronted Punk, leading to a challenge from Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. Rhodes challenged Sikoa to a one-on-one match, which he accepted. The segment ended with Heyman walking with The Bloodline, hinting at a possible alliance. The intense backstage conversation between Heyman and Sikoa suggested that the rivalry was far from over. As tensions rise and alliances shift, the WWE SmackDown landscape continues to evolve.