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SummerSlam and NXT Takeover: Brooklyn IV afforded excellent entertainment. However, it was the storytelling that blew fans away. There were developments, culminations, and unexpected twists. Moreover, on Raw and SmackDown Live things became even more entertaining. It has set up the remainder of 2018.
On Raw, The Shield reformed preventing Braun Strowman's challenge. On SmackDown Samoa Joe stepped up his attacks on AJ Styles, see video below. The week is still young as NXT has yet aired. Therefore, what can we expect?. Will there be new developments?
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# 3. Pete Dunne (NXT North American Championship)
Ricochet defeated Adam Cole at NXT Takeover: Brooklyn IV in an excellent showing. However, after the match, Ricochet was confronted by Kyle O'Reilly and Roderick Strong. Interestingly Pete Dunne would intervene on Richochet's behalf, see video below.
The confrontation is interesting. Firstly, it legitimized the threat of Undisputed Era to Richochet's reign. Moreover, Pete Dunne looked immensely threatening and a credible challenger. With NXT UK still taking shape, it frees Dunne to pursue other interests.
A match between Richochet and Pete Dunne would be dramatic. Moreover, their wrestling styles match nicely. However, perhaps the best aspect would be the storytelling. Firstly, it builds prestige for UK division wrestlers. Secondly, it maintains the crossover between NXT and NXT UK for the future. That is an integral element to both brand's success.
# 2. War Raiders (NXT Tag Team Championships)
This past weekend has brought about new storylines. At NXT Takeover: Brooklyn IV the Undisputed Era successfully defended their tag team championships. However, following their match the War Raiders made their intentions clear by attacking them, see video below.
During their time on the independent circuit, War Raiders became synonymous with tag team wrestling. Moreover, they dominated in promotions like Ring of Honor (ROH). Their presence on NXT recently seems to mirror their past success.
In the upcoming weeks, NXT television will answer fan questions. Moreover, it will build more on events at Brooklyn IV. However, whatever direction the tag team division takes, War Raiders will be a prominent inclusion. It is an exciting time to be a wrestling fan. Especially a fan of NXT.
# 1. Braun Strowman (WWE Universal Championship)
Braun Strowman has dominated this year. He would win the Greatest Royal Rumble and Money in the Bank contract. Since then he has eagerly awaited his opportunity. That opportunity almost happened at SummerSlam but was prevented by Brock Lesnar. On Raw this week Strowman would seemingly cash in on Roman Reigns. Albeit shenanigans from a reformed Shield.
With The Shield reformed and their sights set on Strowman things look exciting. Moreover, the future is almost unpredictable. Therefore, what happens with the Universal Championship? Well, with the events surrounding Strowman's cash in, it is clear he will face Reigns for the championship.
The upcoming weeks are essential. Firstly, what happens with The Shield? Secondly, how will Strowman's opportunity happen? Nevertheless, at present, his threat is severe to Reigns. Therefore, fans have a great deal to be excited over. Especially when concerning Strowman's dominance this year. Moreover, his history with The Shield, see video below.
