Carmelo Hayes Claims US Championship; WWE Stars Celebrate

Carmelo Hayes just scored the United States Championship on SmackDown by taking down Ilja Dragunov, who was on a title-winning roll. Hayes celebrated on Instagram with the phrase Delayed Not Denied, and the wrestling world erupted with cheers from stars like CM Punk and Jade Cargill. Triple H chimed in too, hinting at exciting times ahead for our new champ!

Quick rundown

1.Carmelo Hayes wins his first main roster title.

2.Ilja Dragunov dethroned as United States Champion.

3.WWE stars react to Carmelo Hayes' victory.

4.Triple H congratulates Carmelo Hayes on social media.

5.Big things are expected for Carmelo Hayes' future.

Carmelo Hayes claims US Championship, drama unfolds post-match
Carmelo Hayes claims US Championship, drama unfolds post-match
Yo, this week on SmackDown, Carmelo Hayes pulled off a slick move, takin’ down Ilja Dragunov to claim his first title as the United States Champion in Grand Rapids. After flexin’ with the belt on the ‘Gram, things got heated when Johnny Gargano tried to steal his thunder. Meanwhile, Carmelo was keepin’ it real with his girl, Kelani Jordan, celebratin’ the moment. What a night, g!
08:25 am on Saturday, 27 December, 2025
Carmelo Hayes shocks the world, Triple H cheers the champ!
Carmelo Hayes shocks the world, Triple H cheers the champ!
Folks, listen up! WWE just pulled off a massive upset on SmackDown! Ilja Dragunov, once the big, bad United States Champion, got taken down by Carmelo Hayes. It was electric, folks! Triple H, the best in the biz, congratulated Melo backstage. He’s got big plans for him in 2026. Can you believe it? What a tremendous victory! Huge win!
05:25 am on Saturday, 27 December, 2025
Carmelo Hayes Takes U.S. Title, Gargano's Sneaky Move
Carmelo Hayes Takes U.S. Title, Gargano's Sneaky Move
Yo, on that last SmackDown of 2025, Carmelo Hayes grabbed the U.S. Championship from Ilja Dragunov, kickin' off a new era for the blue brand. Michin sent some love backstage, but then Johnny Gargano came in hot, ready to stir the pot and snatch that title. The road to WrestleMania just got real, g!
10:55 am on Saturday, 27 December, 2025
Carmelo Hayes’ Title Reign: Will Gargano Strike Back Next Week?
Carmelo Hayes’ Title Reign: Will Gargano Strike Back Next Week?
Ladies and gentlemen, hold onto your hats! Carmelo Hayes just snatched the US Championship from Ilja Dragunov on Friday Night SmackDown! But wait, Johnny Gargano is ready to strike! Will he reclaim the gold next week? The stakes are sky-high as we race toward WrestleMania! Buckle up for the chaos ahead!
09:20 am on Saturday, 27 December, 2025
Carmelo Hayes Wins US Title, Gargano Crashes the Party
Carmelo Hayes Wins US Title, Gargano Crashes the Party
Yo, listen up! Carmelo Hayes just made waves on SmackDown, takin' down Ilja Dragunov to snag that US Championship in Grand Rapids. With a grin that could light up the night, he flexed that trophy, but hold up, Johnny Gargano crashed the scene, claimin' the title's his! It's about to get real spicy in the ring, fo' shizzle!
07:30 am on Saturday, 27 December, 2025

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