3 things WWE hinted on the RAW before TLC (9 December 2019)

From a major heel turn to two title matches, RAW delivered one hell of a show this week, before heading to TLC. Moreover, a couple of new matches were announced for TLC, including a title match.

Seth Rollins, who teased a heel turn in the past two episodes of RAW, finally turned a bad guy, joining hands with AoP and ambushing Kevin Owens in the backstage area. The Viking Raiders retained the RAW Tag Team Titles, beating The Street Profits, while Drew McIntyre defeated Matt Hardy, and Humberto Carrillo pinned Andrade.

Even though Rusev didn't sign the divorce paper, he challenged Bobby Lashley to a match at TLC. Becky Lynch faced The Kabuki Warriors in a Handicap match, but the match ended in disqualification. Rey Mysterio defended the US Title successfully against AJ Styles, owing to an assist from Randy Orton.

In this article, we will talk about three things WWE hinted on RAW this week.

#3 Zelina Vega and Andrade might split up

Arriving on RAW in the last draft, Andrade has built momentum, keeping a winning streak for nearly two months. It, however, came to an end this week, as Andrade suffered a defeat against Humberto Carrillo, hinting at a feasible new feud.

Andrade and Humberto Carrillo, two prominent in-ring performers of the Red Brand, produced one of the best matches on the night, showing their proficiency in the ring. With some high-flying maneuvers, the match looked close, and Andrade was eager to continue the winning run, but a distraction cost him the match. As Zelina Vega came to the ringside, Andrade accidentally hit her, allowing Carrillo taking advantage of the distraction to pin him.

The former NXT Champion was furious after the match, and he held Vega responsible for the loss. The disagreement between Andrade and his manager certainly hinted a possible split, which could happen in the next few weeks. Vega is not only Andrade's manager on the main roster but also managed him on NXT, where they were inseparable together. It will be interesting to see how Andrade moves forward if WWE breaks up the duo.

#2 The US Championship will not be on the line at TLC

The WWE Championship will not be defended at TLC, as Brock Lesnar hasn't been on RAW for a while. Furthermore, another major singles title of RAW might not be defended on TLC. Rey Mysterio, the US Champion, already defended his title on RAW this week, beating AJ Styles in the main event of the night.

Having won the US Championship on the RAW after Survivor Series, it was the maiden title defense for Rey Mysterio on RAW this week. Similar to their last bout, the two high-flyers delivered a spectacular match, but the match had an interference, which was certainly expected. Randy Orton cost AJ Styles the US Title two weeks ago, and he did so again on RAW this week, as a distraction allowed Mysterio to pick up a victory.

Since Mysterio won the rematch, it is improbable that Styles will get another rematch at TLC. Also, Styles has started a new feud with Randy Orton. Given it was the final episode before heading to TLC, WWE doesn't have the time to build up a new feud for Rey Mysterio. Hence, the US Title is unlikely to be on the line at TLC.

#1 Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch are winning the Women's Tag Team Titles at TLC

Feuding with The Kabuki Warriors for the past couple of weeks, Charlotte Flair finally has a partner to beat the numbers game. The Women's Tag Team Championship match is set for TLC, as the team of Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch will take on the champions.

Beaten by Asuka and Kairi Sane last week, Charlotte asked for Becky Lynch's help in the early part of the show this week, but the latter refused and went on to face The Kabuki Warriors. Even though Lynch won the match by disqualification, she was decimated by Asuka and Sane after the match. Subsequently, The Kabuki Warriors challenged Charlotte and Lynch for a match at TLC, and the two horsewomen accepted it.

Although Charlotte and Lynch didn't get along well, they teamed up to face The Kabuki Warriors a few weeks ago on RAW. As Charlotte and Lynch lost their previous match against Asuka and Sane, they are unlikely to lose the rematch again, considering they are two leading names of the women's division and another loss will diminish their credibility. Moreover, Charlotte has been getting dominated by The Kabuki Warriors, and the ten-time women's champion needs a win to regain her momentum.