Real reason behind Damian Priest not capitalizing on the opportunity and cash in his Money in the Bank contract finally revealed

Damian Priest emerged victorious in last year's Money in the Bank ladder match, securing the coveted contract in July.

Real reason behind Damian Priest not capitalizing on the opportunity and cash in his Money in the Bank contract finally revealed

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Damian Priest has persistently sought to exploit his Money in the Bank briefcase by targeting Seth Rollins on numerous occasions. Despite repeated chances, every endeavor has ended in disappointment for The Archer of Infamy. Yet, recently, when the ideal moment arose, Priest unexpectedly chose not to proceed with cashing in which resulted in fans brutally trolling him on social media. Now, the Judgment Day member has disclosed the reason behind his decision.

During an interview with West Sport, Damian Priest elaborated on his strategy regarding the Money in the Bank briefcase. He acknowledged that, as Seth Rollins, the current champion, is medically unavailable, he cannot cash in at the moment. As such, he refrains from cashing in until the champion is cleared to compete.

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Priest emphasized the importance of caution, stating that he prefers waiting for the right opportunity rather than risking a failed cash-in, especially given his numerous unsuccessful attempts in the past. He expressed confidence in his eventual ascension to a major title, whether on Raw or SmackDown, and highlighted WrestleMania as a potential pivotal moment for his pursuit of championship gold.

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I'm based on Raw. Being that Seth Rollins is the champion, unfortunately, he's not medically cleared. I can't cash in right now. Officially, he can't be in a match. I kind of have to wait until he's cleared or, if I find myself on the other show, it'd be different. That champion [Roman Reigns] is not really around all the time either. It's one of those things where I'm biding my time.
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Given the current landscape and ongoing storylines within WWE, it appears Damian Priest’s cash-in opportunity may not materialize until WrestleMania. With Seth Rollins out of action and Roman Reigns’ uncertain appearances, the timing for a successful cash-in seems uncertain.

Damian Priest set to defend his tag team titles at the Elimination Chamber

Finn Balor and Damian Priest have proven to be formidable champions, holding the Undisputed Tag Team Titles for an impressive 115 days and counting. Throughout their reign, they have faced and overcome various challenges, solidifying their dominance in the tag team division. However, the emergence of Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate as new threats poses perhaps their toughest challenge yet.

Damian Priest and Finn Balor vs Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate
Damian Priest and Finn Balor vs. Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate (via WWE)

In a series of intense qualifying matches featuring multiple tag teams from both Raw and SmackDown, #DIY and the team of Dunne and Bate emerged as the top contenders from their respective brands. Their clash on a recent episode of SmackDown showcased the intensity and determination of both teams, which delighted the fans, with Dunne ultimately securing the victory for his team with a brutal Bitter End.

With this victory, Dunne and Bate have earned the right to challenge Judgment Day for the Undisputed Tag Team Championships at the upcoming Elimination Chamber PLE event in Perth, Australia. As the anticipation builds for this highly anticipated showdown, fans are eager to see if Balor and Priest can continue their reign of dominance or if the newly reformed team will dethrone them and usher in a new era in the tag team division.

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