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WWE has entertained legions of wrestling fans all over the world for decades and, still continues to maintain the attention of a larger audience. Today, it has spread to different places around the globe and, emerged as a 'global phenomenon'. With its entertainment value & mainstream appeal, it has become the largest and most popular professional wrestling companies in the world.
A more substantial reason for WWE's tremendous popularity has been the role of Monday Night Raw. It is regarded as the 'longest running, weekly episodic television show in history.' The show not only brought entertainment to its mammoth followers but, was hugely responsible for revolutionizing the wrestling business in general.
The widely acknowledged weekly program will celebrate its 25th Anniversary next week on January 22 in Brooklyn, NY. The rumors are running rampant that the much-anticipated show will air the first hour from the Manhattan Center & the next two hours from the Barclays Center. With huge names announced to grace their iconic presence, it will definitely be a night to remember.
Here are some bold predictions for the 25th Anniversary of Monday Night Raw
#5 The Reunion of the 'Attitude Era'
There's no denying that WWE became a revolutionary mainstream company due to the spellbinding popularity of the Attitude Era. The era depicted some of the most fascinating and compelling storylines with moments that generated undefinable entertainment and, increased the marketability of WWE all around the world.
Now, since the WWE has announced that most of the legends from the Attitude Era will show up next Monday, it seems like a definite possibility that there will be a dazzling reunion of the superstars that were responsible for transforming WWE into a global phenomenon. Legends like Steve Austin, the Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Triple H, Ric Flair, Chris Jericho, Mick Foley, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Jim Ross, Jerry Lawler, the Dudley Boyz and much more will grace the Barclays & Manhattan center with their magnetic presence.
With Vince trying everything in his power to make this the most memorable edition of Monday Night Raw, it is highly likable that a potential Attitude Era reunion could happen. Expect the legends to collaborate for a monumental segment and, re-enact some of the best moments of that Era to celebrate the 25th anniversary in gigantic fashion.
#4 The Miz wins the Intercontinental Championship
The prestigious Intercontinental Title will be on the line next Monday night as 'the Big Dog' will go one-on-one against 'the A-Lister'. Now, with this being the Go-Home Episode for the Royal Rumble, it seems likely that the Miz will do everything in his power to reclaim the title he made relevant & illustrious.
Since Roman Reigns is scheduled to face 'the Beast Incarnate' at Wrestle Mania 34 for the Universal Championship and, is also an early favorite to win the Royal Rumble match this year, it is possible that 'the Guy' will drop the belt to 'the A-Lister'. The Miz has had a solid 2017 and, is hugely responsible for bringing back the prestige to the Intercontinental Championship and, since he's back after shooting the Marine 6, it is inevitable that somewhere down the line, he will get his hands on the championship.
Expect the Miz Vs Roman Reigns to be a solid and entertaining bout with 'the Big Dog' losing the championship to 'the A-Lister' via a possible interference by his entourage. It makes sense for 'the Awesome One' to win the title due to WWE having bigger plans for Roman in the future. Win, lose or draw, the Big Dog will head to Wrestle Mania.
#3 Brock Lesnar decimates Braun Strowman
Well, there are three things you should never try in the WWE - never perform the piledriver, never go unscripted and never angry 'the Beast Incarnate'. Braun Strowman has emerged as a strongly booked monstrous character on Monday Night Raw, being involved in some of the most exciting and riveting feuds in 2017. 'The Monster Among Men' has hugely improved as an in-ring performer and, continues to destroy what comes in his path on a weekly basis.
The Monster is currently set to clash with 'the Beast Incarnate' & 'the Big Red Machine' at the Royal Rumble for the Universal Championship. The feud has been pleasing to watch up until now and, has tried to make Braun look like a legitimate Monster. The most riveting moment of the feud came two weeks ago when the 'New Face of Destruction' left carnage on both his opponents in an exceptionally violent backstage attack causing the Universal Champion & Kane to receive immediate medical attention.
Since 'the Beast Incarnate' & 'the Big Red Machine' did not show up this week, Braun remained the focal point of the show which makes sense that some bigger things are planned for next week's colossal episode of Monday Night Raw. Well, we know how Brock Lesnar reacts when someone tries to viciously attack him and, next Monday wouldn't be any different. Expect the Beast Incarnate to unleash his inner mercenary and beat the hell out of the Monster Among Men. An assistance from 'the Big Red Machine' also seems realistically possible.
#2 John Cena challenges the Undertaker for a final match
The Deadman vs the '16-time World Champion' is a dream match waiting to happen. Despite losing to Roman Reigns in a disappointing affair last year, 'the Phenom' deserves a better farewell and, what could be better & satisfying than to have a match with 'the Face that Runs the Place'? There have always been speculations regarding a possible dream match between the two and, with the WWE management not ruling out a potential Undertaker return, it only adds more fuel to the fire that these two will lock horns at 'the Grandest Stage of them All' this year.
WWE is likely to sell this match as the headliner for this year's Wrestle Mania and therefore, a match of this gigantic caliber needs a monumental inception. Since the WWE has advertised both the veterans to appear on the 25th Anniversary of Monday Night Raw, it appears that this could be the beginning of a gargantuan dream feud between the two.
The most indispensable thing surrounding this dream feud should be the booking. Imagine 'the Phenom' delivering his retirement speech and, finally deciding to hang up his boots, is interrupted by 'the 16-time World Champion' to challenge him for a final match at Wrestle Mania 34. The confrontation alone could be the most fundamental & significant moments of the historic night, with John expressing his respect & willingness to face the Undertaker despite the Phenom's reluctance. Expect a Career Vs Career stipulation to be added eventually to seal the deal between the two polarizing veterans. The WWE Universe deserves to see this dream feud come to life and, it seems possible that the WWE will finally pull the trigger on this one.
#1 A humongous brawl erupts between Raw & SmackDown Live
The WWE needs to do everything to make this edition of Monday Night Raw so memorable that the WWE Universe remembers it for years to come. Since Raw will celebrate it's 25th Anniversary next Monday with all the superstars showing up to have a good time, it could be SmackDown Live that crashes the party. The Royal Rumble is scheduled to take place on January 28th,2018 and, with Raw hosting the Go-Home Episode, it makes all the sense in the world for SmackDown to get involved and, ignite a humongous brawl that could take the form of a Battle Royal.
Booking a Battle Royal would not only be unforgettable but, would also give decisive promotion to the Royal Rumble pay-per-view. A SmackDown invasion would be a valuable factor in booking a further confrontation between Kurt Angle & Stephanie McMahon that could trigger 'the Game' to feud with the Raw General Manager for a potential Wrestle Mania match.
This humongous brawl would be very significant in creating new storylines further down the line and, would also provide an early preview of the Royal Rumble match. If WWE wants to give the WWE Universe a reason to sign in to the WWE Network to watch the Royal Rumble next Sunday, then there is nothing more sensational & marketable than to have both the brands destroy each other in a Battle Royal to end the monumental show.
