Bloodline to reveal a new wiseman, Alexa Bliss to return with new character? - 4 surprises for WWE SmackDown before SummerSlam
Alexa Bliss has been back in the ring in recent weeks and teased making her return to WWE several times. The former Women's Champion could feasibly make her return ahead of WWE SummerSlam but is expected to return as the heel star who was once aligned with Lily the Doll.
Uncle Howdy was pursuing Alexa Bliss back in 2023 before he was written off TV and this storyline could be picked up if Bliss is once again on the opposite brand to Wyatt Sicks. The Bloodline story is also looking to hit a new level as Roman Reigns' return draws closer and the real Tribal Chief could finally be revealed.
The following list looks at just four of the biggest surprises for WWE heading into SummerSlam.
#4. Nia Jax to turn on Tiffany Stratton
Nia Jax and Tiffany Stratton are in a confusing situation since both women want the same thing. Jax has the opportunity to become Women's Champion at WWE SummerSlam, whilst Stratton holds the Money in the Bank contract and can cash in whenever she wants.
This predicament is already causing a strain on their friendship and it's likely that at some point Jax will turn on Stratton when she tries to cash in on Bayley again. If Jax is successful at SummerSlam then Stratton will have to cash in on her friend if she wants the Women's Championship so clearly the duo will come to an end soon.
#3. Jimmy Uso to make his return
Jimmy Uso has to step up to The Bloodline at some point since he has his own issues to deal with. While many fans believe that Uso will return with Roman Reigns, he was kicked out by Solo Sikoa and will want to deal with the issues between himself and his brother on his own.
The Bloodline is unstoppable at the moment, but Jimmy Usos' return could allow Jacob Fatu to show more hints of a potential betrayal since he's likely to unite with Reigns when he returns.
#2. A new Wiseman is added to The Bloodline
Paul Heyman is connected to Roman Reigns and is expected to return as his Wiseman when he is back in the ring. At the moment Solo Sikoa isn't doing well as the spokesperson for the new Bloodline, so a new Wiseman is expected.
There are a number of candidates in WWE at the moment with the likes of MVP and former star Lana being rumored by fans as the stars who could potentially take the place of Heyman at Sikoa's side.
#1. Alexa Bliss returns to WWE
Alexa Bliss is expected to return in the near future since she has already teased it a number of times. She has been out of the ring now for almost 18 months so it could take some time to wipe off the ring rust.
Bliss returning as a heel so that she can eventually align with Wyatt Sicks could be an interesting idea. Uncle Howdy and Bliss were set to be part of a storyline back in 2023 before Bliss was written off TV.