Roman Reigns' friend to appear, Randy Orton to win title, legend to retire? 4 predictions for WWE RAW and SmackDown this weekÂ
The go-home episodes of WWE RAW and SmackDown before Bad Blood could be eventful. The company is expected to leave no stone unturned in hyping up the upcoming premium live event this week.
The company could have some big things in store for fans, setting the tone for Bad Blood. Here are four bold predictions for WWE RAW and SmackDown this week:
#4. Seth Rollins could return to cost Bronson Reed on WWE RAW tonight
Bronson Reed will lock horns with Braun Strowman in a Last Monster Standing Match on tonight's WWE RAW. However, the behemoth could face a big loss due to Seth Rollins' interference.
The Visionary has been off WWE TV ever since he was brutalized by Reed on the red brand. However, he could return tonight to avenge his beatdown. The Architect could make his presence felt during Bronson's clash on WWE RAW to lay waste to him, costing him a win.
#3. AJ Styles could announce his retirement
AJ Styles will make his return on this week's SmackDown. However, The Phenomenal One could announce his retirement on Friday night, much to the shock of fans
Styles' contract with the Stamford-based promotion will reportedly come to an end in late 2024 or early 2025, and he is yet to sign a new deal. Another report has revealed that the company currently has nothing in store for The Phenomenal One.
Styles has previously hinted at his retirement, and the veteran could hang up his boots for good on SmackDown.
#2. Paul Heyman could return to reunite with Roman Reigns
Paul Heyman has been off WWE programming ever since he was attacked and kicked out of The Bloodline more than a month ago on SmackDown. However, with Roman Reigns back in the company, there have been murmurs of the veteran returning to reunite with The OTC.
That potential reunion could happen on this week's episode of the blue brand. Heyman, who has been special counsel to Roman Reigns and his best friend, could come back to ally with The Original Tribal Chief.
#1. Randy Orton could win the Tag Team Championship with his tag team partner, Kevin Owens
The Bloodline will defend the Tag Team Championship against #DIY and The Street Profits in a Triple Threat Ladder Match on this week's SmackDown. However, the odds are stacked against the heel stable given the nature of the clash.
Given that, the Solo-led faction could attack one of the teams backstage, taking them out right before the contest. This could, however, lead to Nick Aldis replacing the said team with Randy Orton and Kevin Owens.
If that is indeed the case, The Viper and The Prizefighter could dethrone The Bloodline, with help from Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns.