Nick Aldis to fire 6-time WWE champion; major Survivor Series challenge & more? 4 things the SmackDown GM can announce on this Friday's episode
Last week, Nick Aldis turned WWE SmackDown into a headline-making event by successfully bringing Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns together for the first time on the USA Network after a five-year hiatus.
After the whirlwind of events that unfolded last week, this week is set to be even more exhilarating. The SmackDown General Manager could have a treasure trove of announcements lined up for tonight. Fans can look forward to seeing stars like Nia Jax, Bayley, Rhodes, Reigns, Kevin Owens, and Randy Orton take center stage.
Ahead of Bad Blood 2024, here are four things Nick Aldis can announce tonight:
#4. Nick Aldis could fire 6-time champion Bayley after she takes the pin
Last week on SmackDown, Nia Jax revealed that she would defend her title at Bad Blood, as ordered by the SmackDown GM. Just when she was about to announce who her top challenger would be, Bayley jumped in, insisting on a rematch for her Women's World Championship.
This caught the attention of Tiffany Stratton, who confronted Bayley, leading to a heated standoff. Just when tensions peaked, Naomi made a stunning entrance, rallying behind Bayley and expressing her ambition for a title opportunity.
The Queen of the Ring proposed a tag team match for this week to settle the chaos: Bayley and Naomi vs. Nia and Stratton. The stakes are incredibly high—whoever pins the heel team member earns a shot at the championship, but if the babyface team loses and whoever gets pinned, could be fired by Nick Aldis.
Bayley might be the one to take the fall, leading to her permanent ban from SmackDown as she seeks her footing on Monday Night RAW.
#3. Nick Aldis could challenge Adam Pearce for a SmackDown vs RAW showdown at Survivor Series 2024
Nick Aldis could kick off SmackDown by challenging Adam Pearce to a "Battle of the Brands" at Survivor Series. He might talk about the pride that comes with representing SmackDown against RAW, setting the stage for an epic showdown. Aldis could propose that each brand choose a team captain, leading to qualifying matches in the weeks ahead.
This would not only spark old rivalries back to life but also forge fresh ones, igniting a buzz among fans about the thrilling future ahead. With the stakes soaring, Survivor Series could transform into an unmissable spectacle that has everyone buzzing.
#2. He could make The Bloodline 2.0 vs Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes a No DQ match
As mentioned above, The Original Tribal Chief and The American Nightmare got on the same page and signed a contract to face Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu in a tag team match at Bad Blood.
Aldis could bring up the personal stakes at play and how the rivalry has heated up. The General Manager could then announce that the big match featuring the babyface duo against The Samoan Werewolf and Sikoa will be a no-disqualification match. He could elaborate on how this thrilling stipulation heightens the stakes, paving the way for unpredictable mayhem, especially with The Bloodline in the mix, where chaos is bound to erupt.
#1. He could announce the No. 1 contenders tag team tournament
Nick Aldis could announce a tag team tournament for the tag team titles, generating excitement for the division. He might highlight how crucial teamwork will be in this competition.
He could emphasize that The Bloodline hasn’t fully capitalized on the tag team titles, making the tournament a perfect opportunity for change. With Randy Orton and Kevin Owens recently joining forces and finding their rhythm, they could quickly become favorites to win.
As the tournament progresses, fans can witness their teamwork come together, resulting in some exciting matches. In the end, Orton and Owens could snag the titles, strengthening their partnership and adding a new vibe to the tag team landscape.