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As the Road to WrestleMania 35 continues, the final stop before the Show of Shows, Fastlane is all set to take place tonight.
It is crucial that WWE books Fastlane in a way that the WWE Universe gets excited for the Showcase of Immortals.
Although Fastlane looks like a filler pay-per-view with minimum WrestleMania implications, that can change tonight. WWE has proven time and again that it can a pull off a swerve when nobody expects it.
The following 5 scenarios are not likely to happen tonight. However, if they do end up happening, the WWE Universe will definitely be caught off guard.
#5 A not-so Awesome betrayal
After Crown Jewel last year, everybody predicted that The Miz would turn babyface. The slow turn took place between December and January. Although this approach failed the first time (in 2012), it is expected to work this time.
The Miz receives appreciation from the WWE Universe on a weekly basis and has improved by leaps and bounds in the ring. Looks like WWE has finally cracked the code for making The Miz a successful babyface.
Ever since The Miz and Shane McMahon formed a team, it has been rumoured that the latter would turn heel on the former, which will lead to a match between the two at Wrestlemania.
As Fastlane is the final pay-per-view event before Wrestlemania, it makes the most sense to do this angle tonight. The betrayal will definitely make the WWE Universe feel sympathetic for The Miz, which will make his babyface run even more successful.
However, Vince McMahon doesn't seem to be in favour of it. Vince McMahon is reportedly interested in The Miz turning heel on Shane McMahon. Although it will make no sense and will certainly be a step back for The Miz, don't be surprised if it does end up happening tonight.
Nothing goes against the Chairman's will. Regardless, the Smackdown Live Tag Team Championship match will definitely have all eyes on it.
#4 End of a streak
The Bulgarian Brute Rusev has been in WWE's dog house for quite some time now. He emerged as a breakout superstar in 2014. His credibility was hurt in 2015 due to being defeated by John Cena on multiple occasions.
Although he picked up momentum a number of times after that, it was quickly extinguished. Over the last few years, he has mainly competed on the kick-off shows or on the under-card of pay-per-views.
However, it should be noted that Rusev has not won a pay-per-view match since December 18, 2016's Roadblock event, where he defeated Big Cass by count-out. Since then, Rusev has either missed pay-per-views or has lost his matches. Even his "Rusev Day" gimmick, which was insanely over with the WWE Universe, didn't help much in bringing him up the card.
He is scheduled to team up with Shinsuke Nakamura to take on The New Day's Xavier Woods and Big E tonight. A win over them can definitely catapult Rusev into the Tag Titles picture and end his losing streak at the same time.
#3 Surprise returns
Wrestlemania season is full of twists and turns. This makes it the most interesting part of the year. However, what makes this season compelling are the returns of part-time Superstars like The Undertaker, Brock Lesnar, The Rock & Shawn Michaels (non-wrestling capacity), Triple H and now John Cena.
This year, though, is a little different. Although part-timers are expected to make their returns, the WWE Universe is anticipating the returns of full-time Superstars more.
Yes, that's correct. Superstars like Bray Wyatt, Sami Zayn and Luke Harper, who have been absent from WWE programming for the last several months are all due for a comeback.
The fans are looking forward to see them back in the squared circle. It remains yet to be seen when they end up returning. However, it will make sense for any of these 3 Superstars to pop up in the WWE Championship match tonight due to their history with the involved Superstars.
#2 One last betrayal
It is a well-known fact that Dean Ambrose's heel turn didn't go as well as it was supposed to. The germophobe gimmick fell flat quickly. Ambrose is now expected to leave WWE next month.
It's still unclear whether this is a work or real deal. Regardless, Ambrose is scheduled to wrestle regularly until his contract expires. Tonight, he is expected to be part of a huge six-man tag team match. He, along with his Shield brothers Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins, will take on the team of Drew McIntyre, Baron Corbin and Bobby Lashley.
Most likely, this match will be just a feel-good bout, which will mark Roman Reigns' return to the ring. Also, it is being implied that it will be The Shield's last match as a group. Although many believe that this will not be the case, WWE can end up surprising everyone.
Roman Reigns is expected to compete at Wrestlemania 35 in a noteworthy match. An outing with Baron Corbin doesn't seem like a great idea for Wrestlemania while a match with Drew McIntyre can hurt the loser's credibility as a Top Superstar.
Thus, a match with Dean Ambrose can be that "noteworthy bout" and the feud can kick-off tonight when Ambrose turns on Reigns. Not likely but not out of the question either.
#1 Singing to The Deadman
The Undertaker has been a major part of almost all the Wrestlemania events for the last 28 years or so. The Phenom has had more WrestleMania appearances (26) than any other Superstar in the history of WWE. Although his status for a Wrestlemania 35 match is still up in the air, it's almost a certainty that he will appear in some capacity.
Enter Elias now. One of the most over Superstars today. He has excelled both as a heel and a babyface. Although his in-ring work still needs improvement, he backs it up with his control over the crowd.
Over the past few months, Elias has been imitating The Undertaker's classic move, the old-school. In addition to that, the Drifter has also made it clear during his feud with Jeff Jarrett that he doesn't have any respect for the legends.
Now, as over as Elias is, he needs to be featured in a prominent role at WrestleMania. An altercation or a match with The Deadman can surely do wonders for The Drifter. There are a few rumours supporting this feud too. If it is indeed the plan, it will make perfect sense to kick things off tonight. A segment with Elias dissing The Undertaker will definitely be a moment to be witnessed.
