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The recently concluded Smackdown featured the continuation of some existing feuds. However, WWE also laid breadcrumbs for a few new storylines and feuds.
WWE had already announced in advance that this week will feature the contract signing for the WWE Championship between AJ Styles and Samoa Joe. It was expected that things would turn explosive.
Also, fans were interested to see how Rusev Day would react to Aiden English's betrayal. All in all, it was a highly anticipated episode of Smackdown Live. And to be honest with you, WWE did deliver for the most part of the show.
The recently concluded episode was full of shock and surprises. Though it lacked a few power-packed matches, it had its fair share of thrill and amusement.
So without further ado, I present to you 3 shocking yet interesting things which happened this week on Smackdown Live.
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#3 Randy Orton attacks Tye Dillinger
Well, this week featured Tye Dillinger clashing with Shinsuke Nakamura in what seemed to be a random match at first. However, The Viper Randy Orton came out of nowhere to attack Dillinger, much to the crowd's amusement. Where this potential feud goes is anybody's guess.
The Legend Killer last feuded with the Charismatic Enigma, Jeff Hardy, and is currently one of the best heels of WWE. I mean who could forget his epic encounter with Jeff at Hell in Cell?
On the other side, Tye Dillinger was a top babyface on the NXT roster and was crazy over among fans. His in-ring work has been nothing short of phenomenal. However, as of late, he seems to be lost in the shuffle.
Thus, WWE did a great job to have him feud with Orton. Given The Viper's experience and stature, he could bring the best out of Dillinger. And, this feud may prove to be the breakthrough for Dillinger. Also, it would be interesting to see how WWE creatives plan their feud.
#2 Samoa Joe invades AJ's home
After their controversial finish at Hell in a Cell, Smackdown General Manager Paige granted Samoa Joe another shot at the WWE Championship against AJ Styles at WWE Super Show-Down in a no disqualification match.
This week's Smackdown featured the contract signing for the match, and it was expected that things would turn chaotic like they always do in a contract signing segment.
However, in a shocking turn of events, Joe ended up invading Style's home. Now, he has absolutely pushed AJ to his limits. This has been an intense and gripping storyline by the WWE.
It would be interesting to see how AJ reacts to this invasion next week on Smackdown.
#1 Aiden English's shocking revelation
The last edition of Smackdown featured Aiden English turning on Rusev in a heartbreaking segment. Thus, it was obvious that this week would witness Aiden's reasons for betrayal.
However, what we witnessed was completely out of the blue. Aiden blamed everything on Lana. He went on to accuse her of being dishonest to Rusev, mentioning the night at Milwaukee. Interestingly, WWE creatives have made Lana the center of attraction in the feud. Thus, given the solid storyline, it becomes an interesting feud to watch out for.
