Mark Henry returned to action by answering Ryback’s open challenge at Survivor Series then defeated him.
The short-lived storyline was copied from TNA Wrestling, the past couple of editions Of Impact! former WWE Diva and reigning TNA Women’s Champion Gail Kim has been issuing open challenges.
Since both companies watch each others programs, this inspired WWE’s creative department to utilize the idea for themselves.
This is just one of many examples of coping from each shows.