Backlash 2018: 5 shocking decisions WWE could make 

#5 The Miz wins the IC Title

A scenario that might benefit Raw in the long run.

WWE has overdone the match of The Miz vs. Seth Rollins over a short period. However, every time those talented individuals have delivered an emotionally satisfying narrative and a thrilling in-ring spectacle.

However, this time these two old rivals clash for the last time as Seth Rollins is signed to Raw while the Miz is a member of the blue brand. Therefore, this final encounter might be the most significant chapter in their storied rivalry.

The reason for this bout being highly anticipated is because the IC Title is on the line. Therefore, if Seth Rollins retains his title, then Raw keeps the most important title on the red brand at the moment, but if the Miz somehow finds a way to steal the IC Title from Rollins grasp, then Smackdown Live would become a title-heavy show.

Moreover, the way the Miz could steal a victory at Backlash is if Finn Balor turns heel on Seth Rollins. As mentioned in a previous point, Seth Rollins has taken everything away from Balor in the past, and it would not be uncalled for if Balor decides to take away one thing Rollins holds dear to him at the moment, the IC Title.

However, most would exclaim that means Raw is now left without a full-time champion, but in an unconventional way of reasoning, that is precisely what Raw needs at the moment to succeed.

Raw has had to function without Brock Lesnar at the helm for over a year, and the IC Title was the only title keeping the brand at a functioning rate. Now, if Miz would take that championship over to the blue brand, Raw would be forced to address one problem they have been ignoring for far too long, where is the Universal Title?

This major shock could turn out to be one of the most significant narratives of the year, as taking the Universal Title off Lesnar and bring it back to its full-time glory could become the primary role of every Raw superstar.

WWE has a way of utilizing every member of their roster, elevating the importance of the Universal Title and giving a sense of urgency to Raw that has been lacking for years, and that can all happen if they make a critical decision at Backlash.

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