The tension between Jeff Hardy and Montel Vontavious Porter has been mounting for weeks, and will finally explode at the Biggest Blockbuster of the Summer.
Their dislike for one another began on "MVP’s VIP Lounge" on the July 25 episode of SmackDown, where the Ballin’ Superstar described Hardy’s risk-taking behavior as “wreckless” and a “detriment” to both his friends and family.
The Legend Thriller, not taking kindly to MVP’s harsh, personal criticisms, responded by tossing SmackDown’s Franchise Playa from the VIP set. (WATCH)
One week later, Hardy positioned himself at ringside to watch MVP take on Jimmy Wang Yang. After the match, a furious Hardy again took out his anger on MVP with a Twist of Fate.
For months, MVP has complained to SmackDown General Manager Vickie Guerrero about wanting to renegotiate his contract, claiming that he was underutilized on Friday nights. Now that he has the limelight in a major pay-per-view encounter, will Porter shine and get the credit he has been craving?
As for Hardy, who has undergone many challenges this year – from losing his home and dog in a fire, to undergoing a suspension, then moving to a new brand – what kind of ring performance will the four-time Intercontinental and seven-time Tag Team Champion offer?
The time is right for both Superstars to earn a victory, but who wants it most?
To catch the Biggest Blockbuster of the Summer, tune in to SummerSlam, Sunday, Aug. 17, only on pay-per-view.