3 Reasons why WWE removed Nick Aldis temporarily as SmackDown General Manager

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At the same time, his matter with Gunther will be investigated. Amid this, Adam Pearce will work on both RAW & SmackDown as the General Manager.

In this article, we will discuss three reasons the Stamford-based promotion temporarily removed Aldis from his position.

#3. WWE is planning for a SummerSlam match between Nick Aldis and Gunther

Since Nick Aldis debuted in Triple H’s creative regime, he has served as an Authority figure. For those unaware, Aldis used to compete in the squared circle and is a former TNA & NWA World Champion.

The last time Nick competed in the in-ring competition was on October 7, 2023. For a long time, the WWE Universe has been anticipating Aldis’ in-ring debut in the Sports Entertainment juggernaut.

The company teased his in-ring comeback during the heated segments with Drew McIntyre, but it never unfolded. SummerSlam 2026 could be the place where the National Treasure might make his squared-circle debut in WWE against Gunther.

This could be why the company temporarily removed Nick Aldis from his position as General Manager. In this break, the veteran star might prepare his body for a wrestling match.

#2. Personal break

Almost every week, Nick Aldis has appeared on WWE television. The National Treasure has rarely taken a break from his SmackDown GM role. Fans already praised Aldis for his work, especially his courage to implement bold decisions.

What happened at Night of Champions 2026 could be a strategic move to give Nick a break from his television role. With this angle, the company not only fueled buzz for the Gunther vs. Nick match but also wrote Aldis off television for a few days.

#1. Could be in cahoots with Cody Rhodes or Sami Zayn

Michael Cole revealed that an investigation is underway regarding the Gunther & Nick Aldis situation. The purpose of the investigation could be to check whether the SmackDown GM is favouring someone or treating every wrestler the same.

As Nick incorporated Sami Zayn into a World title match at WWE Night of Champions 2026, there is a chance that he might be in cahoots with either Rhodes or Sami, which would have resulted in that triple-threat match.

This suspicion could be the reason why he is temporarily removed as the General manager of the Friday Night show.