The Men’s WarGames Match at Survivor Series: WarGames 2023 delivered an unforgettable spectacle, showcasing high-octane action, brutal warfare, and intense storytelling inside the double-caged battleground. Featuring two elite teams battling for supremacy, the match embodied chaos, teamwork, and dramatic twists, leaving the WWE Universe on the edge of their seats.
As the structure lowered around the two rings, the anticipation in the Allstate Arena reached a fever pitch. The match followed the traditional WarGames format, beginning with two competitors before additional participants entered at timed intervals. Team Cody Rhodes, consisting of Rhodes, Seth Rollins, Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, and Randy Orton, clashed with The Judgment Day, represented by Finn Bálor, Damian Priest, Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh, and Drew McIntyre.
The action kicked off with Seth Rollins squaring off against Finn Bálor, reigniting their long-standing rivalry. The two showcased fast-paced counters and technical prowess, setting the tone for what would become an all-out war. As the clock wound down, The Judgment Day gained the numbers advantage, a strategy that allowed them to dominate early on.
One by one, superstars entered the structure, each bringing their unique intensity. Damian Priest introduced steel chairs, using them as weapons to weaken the opposition. Jey Uso stormed into the cage with vengeance in his eyes, targeting his former Bloodline ally, McIntyre. Meanwhile, JD McDonagh sacrificed his body, executing high-risk moves from the top rope.
The brutality escalated as tables, kendo sticks, and trash cans were introduced. Sami Zayn electrified the crowd with his relentless energy, engaging in heated exchanges with Dominik Mysterio, whose cowardly tactics made him a prime target. The Judgment Day, however, utilized their teamwork and strategic offense, nearly dismantling their opponents.
The most anticipated moment came when Randy Orton, the final entrant for Team Rhodes, made his return to thunderous applause. The Viper unleashed his signature offense, delivering RKO after RKO, single-handedly shifting the momentum. With Orton in the mix, Team Rhodes rallied back, evening the odds.
The final minutes were filled with heart-stopping near-falls and chaotic brawls. Priest attempted to cash in his Money in the Bank contract mid-match, but Orton thwarted his efforts with a devastating RKO. McIntyre and Rollins exchanged blows in a brutal sequence, while Cody Rhodes capitalized on the distraction.
In a climactic finish, Cody executed a Cross Rhodes on Bálor onto a steel chair, securing the pinfall and victory for his team. The crowd erupted as Team Rhodes stood tall, celebrating a hard-fought triumph.
The WarGames match at Survivor Series 2023 delivered everything fans hoped for—intensity, storytelling, and shocking moments. It solidified rivalries, strengthened alliances, and left a lasting impact on the road to WrestleMania.
