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In recent months WWE television has seemed both repetitive and surprising. Between Raw & SmackDown storylines have been lacklustre and exciting. Notable examples include the implosion of Rusev Day.
However, specific championship storylines have suffered and lacked value. Notably, Shinsuke Nakamura's United States Championship. In recent months Nakamura's defences have seemed pointless and lacked direction, although excellent to witness, (watch the video below).
At WWE Crown Jewel Brock Lesnar become Universal Champion, for the second time. This result generates uncertainty about future storytelling, considering that Lesnar seems headed for UFC again. Nevertheless, other championships seem directionless. Therefore, now is the time to utilize new talent.
Moreover, those deserving reward for their longstanding efforts. For example; Finn Balor, Drew McIntyre, The Miz, and many more.
#4 R-Truth (United States Championship)
Ron Killings has worked within the wrestling industry since 1997. Throughout his career, he has garnered immense success becoming a multiple time champion. He was the first African-American to become the NWA World Heavyweight champion. Overall Truth is known for his comedic value. Notwithstanding, his ring abilities are exponential.
In 2018 R-Truth triumphantly returned to SmackDown, participating in the Andre The Giant battle royal at Wrestlemania. Since then he has steadily rebuilt his prestige. On September 4th Carmella agreed to manage Truth. They have since worked excellently together. In particular their segments during Truth TV, (watch the video below).
What makes R-Truth worthy is his immense work ethic. Moreover, his character portrayal. Being comedic and engaging, he garners intrigue from fans. Considering his recent performances, notably against; Shinsuke Nakamura and Andrade Cien Almas, he deserves championship success. Perhaps the best option is for R-Truth to become United States Champion. Nevertheless, his efforts are always a welcomed addition.
#3 Dean Ambrose (Intercontinental Championship)
In the 1990s Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels were positioned to surpass Hulk Hogan. Their job was tough and progressive. However, they managed alongside other talents to steer WWE and defeated their rival promotion WCW. This period was known as the Monday Night Wars. In present times, Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins are in similar positions, following the departure of Roman Reigns.
Both are former members of The Shield and have a storied history. Sometimes they are friends, other times they are enemies. However, recently, their relationship seems beyond repair. On Raw October 22nd Ambrose turned heel and attacked his tag team partner Rollins. Since then their story has escalated in dramatic fashion, (watch the video below).
As mentioned, Rollins and Ambrose have a storied past. However, their story has ended. What is the next chapter? At present no match has been set. However, it is highly possible that Rollins' Intercontinental Championship is in jeopardy. With Ambrose becoming champion, it builds the championships' prestige. Moreover, it maintains relevance to their existing story. Something WWE Raw desperately requires.
#2 AOP (Raw Tag Team Championships)
During the Attitude Era, multiple teams vied for the WWE Tag Team Championship. In later years, Raw and SmackDown became autonomous and received their own respective tag team championship. With both brands, tag team wrestling was extremely exciting. Notably including teams such as; The Usos, Edge & Rey Mysterio, or MNM (Joey Mercury & Johnny Nitro). Ultimately the entertainment value was immense.
In recent years tag team wrestling has lost its charm. The match quality has dwindled, with repetitive matches. When comparing brands, SmackDown seems to possess the edge. However, recently additional teams have joined Raw. In particular; The Revival and AOP, with both teams having performed excellently on the NXT brand. Therefore, the future seems bright.
On Raw, AOP has been dominating alongside their new manager Drake Maverick. Therefore, when could they become champions. Ultimately with Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose imploding, now makes sense. The AOP is dominant, engaging, and intense. They are similar to The Legion of Doom, (watch the video below). When will they become champions? Nevertheless, they deserve it.
#1 Drew McIntyre (Universal Championship)
Drew McIntyre returned to WWE with intensity and poise. Moreover, his character has drastically improved. Initially, McIntyre worked on NXT, becoming champion. In subsequent months McIntyre debuted on Raw, teaming with Ziggler. Since then their partnership has steadily deteriorated.
At WWE Crown Jewel Dolph Ziggler entered the WWE World Cup and lasted until the finals. However, lost to Shane McMahon. Throughout every match, McIntyre was at ringside, in support of his friend. Nevertheless, an implosion seems inevitable. When will McIntyre realize his destiny?
Brock Lesnar is the current Universal Champion but seems headed to UFC again. Therefore, a new champion is needed. That new champion should be McIntyre. Agreed, Strowman deserves similar success. However, there is no reason why Strowman and McIntyre could not feud together for the championship, considering their recent history, (watch the video below). Ultimately, it depends on who defeats Lesnar.
