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In what looks to be a very promising match-card, WWE will be heading to Charlotte, North Carolina this Sunday to host the third edition of Clash of Champions.
Whilst Seth Rollins' Universal Championship clash with Braun Strowman is likely to close the show, the event could also see a potential return of Bray Wyatt's sadistic new gimmick, The Fiend.
Eleven matches have been announced for the show and with all the championships scheduled to be defended, the fans will be expecting some serious title changes as the night unfolds.
However, this article will shower the spotlight on Superstars facing a do-or-die task this Sunday, especially the likes of Braun Strowman and Bayley.
Live from the Spectrum Center, these are the 4 Superstars who cannot afford to lose this Sunday and 4 who can.
#1 Cannot afford - Bayley
Starting the list with a name that desperately deserves to be in the same conversation as Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair, Bayley will enter the Spectrum Center with a lot of momentum.
As unpredictable as it might have felt, The Hugger is now the favorite to walk out of Clash of Champions as the SmackDown Women's Champion.
With her in-ring athleticism and new found attitude, WWE certainly has a chance of catapulting Bayley as the top star on the Blue brand.
Although her clash with Charlotte will take Bayley to her absolute limits, this bout is a must-win for the latter and a disappointing loss could see her getting lost under the shuffle again.
#2 Can afford to lose - The Miz
Even though the naysayers would find it hard to imagine The Miz outshine Shinsuke Nakamura for the Intercontinental Championship, he will enter Clash of Champions with an ample amount of belief and credence.
With Sami Zayn vowing to exhibit Nakamura's artistry to the world, the duo could produce magic moving ahead of the PPV, if provided with the right creative booking.
Therefore, booking the King of Strong Style to lose this clash to the A-Lister would be a travesty. For all the reputation the Miz has built for himself, it doesn't look like a loss to the current Intercontinental Championship would hurt his credibility moving forward.
#3 Cannot afford to lose - Braun Strowman
Another WWE Superstar who cannot afford to lose sight of the top prize this Sunday is none other than the Monster Among Men, Braun Strowman.
The 36-year-old behemoth is scheduled to slug it out with Seth Rollins for the Universal Championship and by the way, things have panned out between the two, Strowman transitioning into a full-fledged heel this Sunday could be an absolute reality.
Whilst the fear of The Fiend causing disruptions could be a possibility, a loss to Rollins here could act as a final nail in the coffin for Strowman.
Although he still remains one of WWE's most reliable top stars, the Monster Among Men is yet to get his hands on Monday Night RAW's most coveted prize. Will he win this Sunday? Well, he has to.
#4 Can afford to lose - Erick Rowan
With all the momentum he has on his side, this will be the very first time Erick Rowan will be involved in a major singles match at a WWE pay-per-view.
Daniel Bryan's former henchman is scheduled to lock horns with Roman Reigns in a No Disqualification match and after last night's wild brawl, the bout promises to be much more intense and brutal.
Even though Rowan has managed to hold his ground on the blue brand after being revealed as the mystery attacker, there's no way WWE would book him to defeat the Big Dog in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Since the creative have been very calculative in presenting Roman as a solid babyface, only a cheeky shocking assistance from Daniel Bryan could help Erick Rowan to walk out as the victor this Sunday.
#5 Cannot afford to lose - Sasha Banks
Even though Becky Lynch has propelled to unimaginable heights on the main roster, it's about time WWE does the right thing and continues to build more stars for the future.
Judging by the lack of depth in the women's division, the return of Sasha Banks has brought an element of rejuvenation and relevance to the RAW Women's title picture.
Working as a heel, the Boss possesses all the credentials necessary to lead the division from the very front and this Sunday's clash with Becky Lynch could just be the start of all things beautiful.
With the Irish Lass Kicker already establishing herself as the main protagonist in the women's division, this match carries more significance for Sasha Banks and must end with the gold on her waist.
#6 Can afford to lose - Kofi Kingston
There's no denying that Kofi Kingston is one of the most relentless performers working for Vince McMahon's billion-dollar company right now.
The Dreadlocked Dynamo is currently engaged in a red-hot feud with Randy Orton and will look to settle this personal rivalry when he defends the WWE Championship against the Viper this Sunday.
Whilst the confusing outcome at SummerSlam could assist Kofi Kingston in getting one over Randy Orton this Sunday, the current WWE Champion's momentum has started to derail and that could only see him eventually dropping the gold.
Since Orton already has the Revival assisting him, this could very well be the most perfect time for the 13-time World Champion to add another Championship to his trophy cabinet and crush the Power of Positivity.
#7 Cannot afford to lose - AJ Styles
If you are Cedric Alexander, then you must be relishing at the opportunity of bringing the house down with the current United States Champion, AJ Styles.
The Phenomenal One was publicly hailed as the best performer of his generation by Stone Cold Steve Austin and is scheduled to defend his United States Championship against the former Cruiserweight Champion this Sunday.
With Alexander pinning Styles in the main event of Monday Night RAW this week, the creative team must do whatever it takes to protect their current US Champion whilst presenting Alexander in strong fashion.
Considering the fact that The OC is beginning to lose momentum on the flagship show, a victory for Styles this Sunday seems absolutely necessary and a solid match would only bring more eyes to the title which has been lost in the shuffle.
#8 Can afford to lose - Seth Rollins
As talented and hungry as he is, Seth Rollins has lacked the 'it' factor ever since he transitioned into WWE's most beloved babyface.
In spite of the fact that he single-handedly carried Monday Night RAW on his back for the better part of 2018, the Architect is struggling to hold onto his position as the company's top guy.
With the antagonists showing more ambition and greed, this Sunday's clash with Braun Strowman could be the end of Rollins' short-lived Universal Championship reign, unless he turns heel.
Whilst many in the WWE Universe want Rollins to have a long run with the gold, chasing the title might prove more beneficial for him in the longer run.
