NXT star Carmelo Hayes appeared on WWE SmackDown for a backstage chat with GM Nick Aldis. It turned out to be setting up a game between Austin Theory and Hayes later in the night.

The match itself had a terrifying ending on a Spanish Fly try from Theory. Theory looked to land on his head/neck, and there was concern for health of both men.Referee rapidly called for the match to stop right there.This was clearly a legitimate injury scenario and not a work. Commentator Corey Graves said ” that did not end well” s”

WWE provided the following updates on Theory and Hayes injury. “They both suffered face contusions and will both be okay”Carmelo and Austin have bruised faces. Fans can let out a sigh of reading WWE news updates.