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'This is so wrong': Warrior Squad fans feel robbed following 'AGT' Qualifies 3 results, slam Putri Ariani moving to finals

Mzansi Youth Choir was the first act of the night to be confirmed in the finale, followed by Putri Ariani, which angered fans of Warrior Squad

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA: 'America's Got Talent' viewers got one step closer to a winner on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, as two more acts advanced to the finals. However, as with the previous two weeks, fans are not pleased with this week's outcomes.

On the third night of 'AGT' Season 18, which aired on September 5, 2023, 11 artists—Warrior Squad, Trigg Watson, Summer Rios, Putri Ariani, Philip Bowen, Phil Wright & the Parent Jam, Mzansi Youth Choir, MOS, Justin Jackson, Herwan Legaillard, and Barry Brewer Jr—were performing.

Terry Crews offered a montage of Tuesday night's performances as the 11 performers awaited their fate on the September 6 episode. Summer and MOS were the first performers to get their findings from host Terry.

MOS was the first act to make it to the Top 5. Terry's next result went to the Mzansi Youth Choir and Herwan Legaillard. The next act to make the Top 5 was the Mzansi Youth Choir.

Terry then summoned Justin and Putri. There was no question that Putri would advance to the Top 5 over Justin, and the voting confirmed this.

Before the results were revealed, the judges and Terry appeared in a package in which they discussed the first time they were recognized when they first became famous, and then several of this season's participants discussed becoming recognized for the first time as well.

Then, Chapel Hart, one of last season's Top 5 finalists, returned to the 'AGT' stage to perform its new single 'Fam Damily' off its 'Glory Days' album. After that came a video compilation of 'AGT' memes, including of the judges and Terry.

Terry called Trigg, Barry, and Philip after the entertainment break to announce their fate in the competition. Violinist Philip learned that he was still in the running for the finals.

Philip Wright & Parent Jam, and Warrior Squad tied for fifth place in the Top 5. It was evident who was going through what. Howie had buzzed Parent Jam on Tuesday night. Warrior Squad found that they had made it into the Top 5.

The Top 3 were then revealed -- Mzansi Youth Choir, Putri, and Warrior Squad.

Mzansi Youth Choir was the first act to be confirmed in the finale, followed by Putri.

Fans took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express their disappointment as the Warrior Squad did not make it to the finals.

One viewer wrote, "Warrior Squad was robbed!" Another person chimed in, "I’m sorry but that can not be right warrior squad deserve that spot vs the choir."

One person noted, "I think I’d be more willing to go see an act like warrior squad in Vegas than a choir.." A fourth person tweeted, "WARRIOR SQUAD THEY DID YOU DIRTY IM DONE WITH THIS BYEEEE."

Angry at the results, one fan noted, "I am so done with this stupid show. Putri got sympathy votes."

One fan asked, "Why is Putri Ariani in the finals? She won Indonesia Got Talent in 2014. this show needs to stop letting people audition who won in the past or had record deals and let other people win."

Another fan added, "This is so wrong. Warrior Squad should've made it." One fan wrote, "I mean … they both deserved it actually… kinda wish warrior squad should be kept there/deserved better but… whaddaya gonna do."

Where is 'AGT' act Warrior Squad from?

India's Warrior Squad is a 17-person acrobatic dance troupe. Rahul Yadav, the group's choreographer and lead performer, has always wished for them to go on a global platform to show the world their ability.

Their path to success wasn't always simple. Though they had trouble locating the right tools for honing their abilities, Warrior Squad persisted and discovered other ways to practice acrobatics. With their performance, they astounded the judges and won a standing ovation from the crowd.

What nationality is 'AGT' contestant Putri Ariani?

Born on December 31, 2005, in Kampar, Riau, Indonesia, Putri is a singer. Putri gained notoriety during her appearance on 'AGT' when she received a golden buzzer from Simon Cowell. P

Putri advanced to the finals of the popular talent competition program since receiving the golden buzzer.

Putri has her songs in addition to her adventure with 'AGT'. The year 2020 saw Putri's album 'Melihat Dengan Hati' getting released. '

Tak Mampu Lupa', a song she released in 2022, gained over 11 million Spotify streams as a result of its popularity.

When she was just eight years old, Putri won Season 2 of 'Indonesia's Got Talent'. Putri was nominated for Best New Artist at the Indonesian Music Awards following her victory.

Putri participated in the 'The Voice Kids Indonesia' auditions in 2010. She achieved finalist status thanks to her performance on 'The Voice', but she lost the competition.

Who made it to 'AGT' Season 18 finale?

Six of the ten performers competing in the finals have been revealed following Wednesday's result. They are Lavender Darcangelo, Putri, Mzansi Youth Choir, Adrian Stoica and Hurricane, Ahren Belisle, and Murmuration.

When will 'AGT' Season 18 Qualifiers 4 air?

On September 12, eleven acts will take the stage live from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, with the audience voting for their preferred performance to advance to the final round. Qualifiers 4 will air on NBC at 8 pm ET.

'America's Got Talent' Season 18 now airs both Tuesdays and Wednesdays on NBC at 8 pm ET.