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We all witnessed RAW Reunion and saw what was a very fun episode indeed featuring some timeless WWE legends. One of them will make his return on SmackDown Live as well this week when he arrives at the commentary desk.
But why is Shawn Michaels going to be returning two nights in a row? I think that there could be five distinct reasons for the same, and I will explore them all in this very piece.
Please leave a comment in the section below and share your thoughts about Shawn Michaels arriving for this very special segment. I would love to know your thoughts, views, and opinions about the same.
Also, why do you think Michaels is coming to the desk?
#5. To set up a dream DX vs. New Day match for SummerSlam 2019
Many people questioned the wisdom of having The New Day become the SmackDown Tag Team Champions once again. I mean a lot of people are saying that their act is tired and worn out and someone like Heavy Machinery should have received the push. But what if the New Day match is leading to something much bigger?
I don't think that anyone will mind the idea of DX vs. The New Day at SummerSlam in Canada. It is going to be a special show and to make the event even more special, this match could certainly light the building up with immense enthusiasm. It's a clash for the ages, a match between the greatest of their respective eras in sports entertainment.
If DX gives New Day the rub, it counts for a lot in the months to follow. We all saw just how much Seth Rollins ascended the ranks after he scored a victory over Triple H.
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#4. To build to a feud with AJ Styles
Shawn Michaels has been described by many as the greatest in-ring performer in history. Many many challenged this claim over the years, but few can dispute the fact that every time Michaels was in the ring, a classic match was assured. And then, AJ Styles came along.
Many have described AJ Styles as the greatest performer of all time as well, and he has certainly inspired a whole new generation of talent. Much like Michaels paved the way for a whole generation, AJ Styles is the reason people like Ospreay and Ricochet started out in the business, to begin with.
To have the two face off would be a treat for every single fan in attendance at SummerSlam 2019. Plus, we all remember the little fight that DX had with The OC.
Could The OC show up on SmackDown as part of the Wild Card rule?
#3. Purely for a ratings pop
Not enough people seem to be watching SmackDown. And this is not anybody's fault but WWE's own because the blue brand has been portrayed as WWE's stepchild for far too long.
And with October fast approaching and Smackdown moving to a brand new network the numbers are very worrying to say the least. WWE's product has seen a constant decrease when it comes to viewership and somehow the current roster cannot connect with the audience of today, like the legends used to do in their prime.
I suppose that Shawn Michaels still has a great deal of goodwill and this means that his music playing on the speakers will ensure that more people tune in. He's just a great hand to have around because he's a legend, whom the fans still love with all their heart, to this day.
Michaels could be coming back for a ratings boost.
#2. To introduce a brand new performer from WWE NXT
NXT is basically filled to the brim with talent at this point in time. There are a handful of sports entertainers in the black and gold brand who are just biding their time and waiting for their opportunity to step up to the main roster and stake their claim as the upcoming top dogs.
Now we know that Shawn Michaels is working with the men and women of the WWE Performance Center and he's helping them hone their craft to become established future stars. Could his appearance on SmackDown be a way to introduce one of them to the world? The first name I can think of is Johnny Gargano, because he's done everything that needs to be done in the developmental brand.
But he could also be at SmackDown to introduce Adam Cole or even Shayna Baszler. The possibilities are quite endless indeed.
#1. For a dream match against Daniel Bryan
There's more than one fan who's been suggesting this possibility online, ever since the announcement was made that Shawn Michaels would be headed to SmackDown. Daniel Bryan and Shawn Michaels are a teacher and student duo and let me add, two of the best that the business has ever known.
Now, we know how retirements in WWE can be, and the call of the limelight will always drag you back. Shawn Michaels returned to action in Saudi Arabia, and a lot of his fans wanted more from the Heart Break Kid after what was, essentially, a very underwhelming match.
Now Daniel Bryan has been teasing a career-altering announcement. As we saw last week, the announcement was not made as Daniel Bryan stormed to the backstage area after teasing the fact that he was going to cut a promo.
What if the announcement was a match against Shawn Michaels?
