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Cruz Montana debuts in WWE, ambushes Roman Reigns with 946 faction

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 6:11 AM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Cruz Montana debuts in WWE, ambushes Roman Reigns with 946 faction

Summary

Cruz Montana, formerly known as Mike Santana, made his WWE debut on the Nov. 2 episode of RAW by ambushing Roman Reigns. This incident occurred after a disqualification match between Solo Sikoa and Royce Keys, igniting a brawl involving the 946 faction against The Bloodline. Montana attacked Reigns with a chair, alongside 946 members, emphasizing the faction's growing strength in the WWE. Following the ambush, WWE commentator Wade Barrett highlighted the increasing power of the 946 group, which has gained several notable members in recent weeks. Montana, a two-time TNA World Champion, officially transitioned to WWE after his contract expired, making an immediate impact in the main roster battle.

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By the Numbers

•Cruz Montana reveals himself during a brawl on RAW.
•The 946 faction attacked Roman Reigns, showcasing their strength.
•Montana was previously a two-time TNA World Champion.
•The ambush occurred after a disqualification match between Sikoa and Keys.
•WWE executive Shawn Michaels praised NXT's talent moving to the main roster.

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6:11 AMYahoo Sports — Former TNA Champion Ambushes Roman Reigns, Joins 946 in WWE Debut

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Royce Keys is calling the plays, and the 946 just made one heck of an audible. Seemingly every week, the 946 has grown in strength and numbers, and the vicious faction just added another cold-blooded competitor to the group. During the closing segment of the Nov. 2 episode of RAW, a massive clash between 946 […] The post Former TNA Champion Ambushes Roman Reigns, Joins 946 in WWE Debut appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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