2 Things WWE got right on SmackDown Live and 2 blunders they made (20 August 2019)

There is no doubt that SmackDown Live was an excellent show this week. The show was held in South Dakota and the two-hour episode was stacked with some astounding bouts. Following a stupendous show last week, SmackDown Live carried on the great run.

While RAW had two King of the Ring matches, SmackDown Live also hosted two matches of the tournament. Andrade faced Apollo Crews in a first-round match and Kevin Owens fought Elias. After an impressive in-ring debut on SmackDown Live last week, Buddy Murphy locked horns with Daniel Bryan.

Though no women's match took place on SmackDown Live this week, things got heated between Bayley and Charlotte Flair at 'A Moment of Bliss'. Elsewhere on the show, Nakamura and Sami Zayn made a new alliance and Heavy Machinery took on The Revival.

SmackDown Live was certainly enjoyable this week but some things could have been better. Let's find out two things WWE got the right and two blunders they made on SmackDown Live this week.

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#2 Blunder: Charlotte Flair is getting another title shot

SmackDown Live didn't have a women's bout this week but Bayley's next challenger was hinted on the show. Alexa Bliss hosted 'A Moment of Bliss' along with her tag team partner Nikki Cross. Charlotte Flair was the special guest this week and we saw an entertaining segment.

The Queen bragged about her win against WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus at the Biggest Party of the Summer. The SmackDown Women's Champion Bayley interrupted Charlotte and the two women exchanged harsh words. Before ending the segment, Bayley shoved the Queen off her chair.

There is no doubt that Charlotte is a credible challenger for the SmackDown Women's Champion but she has been in the title picture for a long time. SmackDown Women's division has a talented pool of wrestlers who should be utilized well. Charlotte is a nine-time Women's Champion and she has already won the blue belt twice this year, hence, it is tedious for the fans to see her in the title picture again.

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#2 Got right: Buddy Murphy secured his first victory on SmackDown Live

Buddy Murphy was impressive last week when he made his SmackDown Live in-ring debut against Roman Reigns. Despite losing the bout, Murphy delivered one hell of a match. He went toe-to-toe with the Big Dog and it was certainly the best match of SmackDown Live last week.

The former Cruiserweight Champion was scheduled to face Daniel Bryan this week. Considering the proficiency of the two men in the squared circle, it was anticipated to be a sumptuous match and they didn't disappoint the fans. Without a shadow of a doubt, it was the match of the night but the result was surprising.

Murphy picked up his first victory on the blue brand by defeating the former WWE Champion Daniel Bryan. This week, Murphy certainly made a huge statement with the win and he is expected to be a top star on SmackDown Live. Following the impressive victory, Murphy was attacked by Rowan and Bryan in the backstage area but it is still ambiguous who is the mysterious attacker of Reigns.

#1 Blunder: Kevin Owens lost the King of the Ring match

When King of the Ring was announced last week, Kevin Owens was named as one of the participants. While Drew McIntyre was the favorite candidate from RAW, Owens was the preferred choice from SmackDown Live, however, we saw a big twist this week. The former Universal Champion failed to win his first-round match and he is out the King of the Ring tournament.

Owens was set to fight Elias who is a close friend of Shane McMahon. The Prizefighter was already fined a hefty amount by Shane last week but he requested to reconsider the amount. Most importantly, Owens was told that he could get fired if he touches the referee during the King of the Ring match against Elias. Similar to last week, Owens lost to Elias after a fast count from the guest referee Shane McMahon.

It is certainly disappointing that the former Universal Champion is out of the tournament following a shocking loss in the first round. Despite the defeat, Owens is establishing himself as a top babyface on SmackDown Live. Judging by the scenario, Owens will continue his feud with Shane and the two men will likely have a rematch at Clash of Champions.

#1 Got right: Kofi Kingston's revenge and the build-up of the feud

Following the disappointing match at SummerSlam, Kofi Kingston and Randy Orton have taken the rivalry to the next level. It is certain that Orton will get a rematch at Clash of Champions and WWE could confirm the match in the next few weeks. Kofi Kingston made a gigantic statement on SmackDown Live where he decimated Randy Orton and The Revival.

Last week, The Revival were the Wild Card entrants on SmackDown Live as they teamed up with Randy Orton. After defeating the New Day, Orton delivered an RKO to every member of New Day. As a matter of fact, we saw the same scenario on RAW this week as Orton dismantled the New Day.

The two consecutive assaults added fuel in this rivalry. When Orton was taking a shot at Kingston on SmackDown Live, the latter attacked the former from behind. A Trouble in Paradise connected and took down Orton. After the vicious attack on Xavier Woods, Kingston was ready to injure the leg of Orton but The Revival came out to rescue The Viper. Although Orton managed to escape the ring, Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder were beaten up by the WWE Champion.

The rivalry has garnered the attention of the fans and it progressed significantly this week. While Orton is showing his vile side, Kingston is equally good and he is proving his worth as the holder of the most coveted prize of the blue brand.