"This new version of Theory is perfectly done" - Wrestling world reacts to Austin Theory's potential feud with his former mentor

Fans on Twitter went into a frenzy as United States Champion Austin Theory's new persona developed further on RAW. He seemed to be heading towards a feud against his former mentor, Seth Rollins.

The newly crowned WWE United States Champion received a huge pop on the latest episode of RAW.

While Theory's promo was short-lived, thanks to Seth Rollins, fans took note of the new persona that the 25-year-old has developed.

Theory and The Visionary weren't always enemies. During the 2020 Monday Night Messiah stint, the US Champion was a disciple of Rollins. The 25-year-old star briefly teamed up with Rollins during the Monday Night Messiah's brief alliance with former WWE star Buddy Murphy (aka Buddy Matthews).

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CALL HIM KID ONE MORE TIME.

@WWERollins @_Theory1 #WWERaw

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CALL HIM KID ONE MORE TIME.

@WWERollins @_Theory1 #WWERaw https://t.co/vHaR5PJNkk

Seth "Freakin" Rollins took Austin Theory under his wing and gave him the vision to follow.

WWE fans took to Twitter to share their opinions about Theory's brand-new gimmick and a potential feud with his former mentor:

Toxplicity (Caleb)

@Toxplicity_

@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 This new version of Theory is perfectly done

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@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 This new version of Theory is perfectly done

A fan appreciated the company for the 'new' version of Austin Theory.

Mikey 3️⃣count

@Mikey_3count

@WWE @_Theory1 @WWEUniverse Theory is a perfect example of how you can change a wrestler in a short period of time if they have the talent and you book them well. From “buried” to star in 3 weeks

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@WWE @_Theory1 @WWEUniverse Theory is a perfect example of how you can change a wrestler in a short period of time if they have the talent and you book them well. From “buried” to star in 3 weeks

Meanwhile, another fan noted that Theory has a new vibe.

MAZcast

@MazZcast

@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 There's definitely a new vibe Austin Theory brings since getting rid of the phone selfies, the smiles and the briefcase. This is the needed intensity & look of a future main eventer. This feud between the two is gonna take off

@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 There's definitely a new vibe Austin Theory brings since getting rid of the phone selfies, the smiles and the briefcase. This is the needed intensity & look of a future main eventer. This feud between the two is gonna take off 🚀 🔥👏

Villain

@ThamuzV

@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 this fued is gonna be so damn good. US title looking great

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@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 this fued is gonna be so damn good. US title looking great

Whereas another fan mentioned that the US Title looks good with a rivalry between Rollins and Theory.

JonnyLeTran5

@JonnyLeTran5

@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 The Messiah and his disciple this is going to be a fun feud

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@WWE @WWERollins @_Theory1 The Messiah and his disciple this is going to be a fun feud 😍 https://t.co/ypT7jOoJ3H

Another fan noted that he wouldn't be surprised if WWE keeps the US Title on Theory and brings his idol, John Cena, to WrestleMania as his challenger.

Tony

@Tony_Fowles01

@WWE @_Theory1 @WWEUniverse Wouldn’t be surprised if we end up seeing the build for wrestlemania be between Theory vs Cena for the US title at wrestlemania

@WWE @_Theory1 @WWEUniverse Wouldn’t be surprised if we end up seeing the build for wrestlemania be between Theory vs Cena for the US title at wrestlemania

The 25-year-old has reinvigorated himself after an unsuccessful Money in the Bank cash in. On the latest episode of RAW, he turned down a challenge from Seth Rollins for the US Title.

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What do you think of a potential rivalry between The Messiah and his former disciple? Sound off in the comments section below.

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