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The 2020 WWE Draft wrapped up on October 12th's episode of RAW. WWE Draft alters the landscape of the company and offers the fans a chance of new and exciting match-ups.
Over 60 WWE superstars and tag teams were featured in the Draft pool and there were some interesting picks. The Draft was a much-anticipated affair rife with rumors and speculations about where the big names would end up. Following the Draft, fans are excited to see what new feuds and interactions await their favorite wrestlers.
The WWE Draft offers a glimpse into the company's mindset about a particular wrestler. A high pick indicates that the Superstar is viewed as a valuable asset and is slated for big things, whereas a low pick spells trouble for a Superstar's future.
Another aspect of the Draft is the return of various Superstars. Lars Sullivan came back with devastating effect to be drafted to SmackDown while Charlotte Flair was one of the top Draft picks to RAW, indicating her imminent return.
With a new chapter of WWE set to get underway, here is a list of possible rivalries that have a chance of being established or reignited. With creative having a lot of options, expect some intriguing new dimensions to appear on WWE television.
#5 The New Day vs. The Hurt Business on WWE RAW
Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods made a spectacular comeback on Night One of the WWE Draft. The duo defeated Cesaro and Shinsuke Nakamura to reclaim the SmackDown Tag Team Championship before immediately being drafted to RAW. Big E was drafted to SmackDown, thus splitting him up from the group.
On Night Two of WWE Draft, RAW Tag Champions The Street Profits were drafted to SmackDown. Both teams swapped their champion belts to ensure their titles suited the brand. So who will make a good adversary for the veteran tag team?
One of the obvious choices is The Hurt Business. MVP has been masterful in leading the no-nonsense, hard-hitting faction over on RAW. With Apollo Crews drafted to SmackDown and Ricochet signaling that he wants to move on, The Hurt Business can look at new targets.
Their clash with Mustafa Ali and RETRIBUTION may continue for a while, but WWE is not a big fan of a 'heel vs. heel' dynamic. Ultimately, The Hurt Business will be hunting for more gold.
The serious group going after the unicorn-loving, pancaking eating, goofy champions The New Day is bound to be a spectacle. The contrast between the two team's mannerisms will be something to look out for.
#4 Big E vs. Lars Sullivan on WWE SmackDown
Granted, Lars Sullivan is most likely to next few weeks on WWE television squashing talent. But sooner or later, he will need a worthy adversary, and Big E can be the just that.
Big E has been portrayed as a locker room leader while Lars Sullivan is booked as a hungry beast. It may not be long before two goliaths stand across the ring.
Big E lost his New Day Brethren to RAW during the WWE Draft. If that was not enough, Sheamus was moved to RAW as well to deprive Big E of a punching bag to take his frustration out on. This has left Big E with no discernable foes or allies and an uncertain future over at SmackDown.
Lars Sullivan has looked dominating ever since his return. The 330-pounder has decimated The Miz, John Morrison, Matt Riddle, and Jeff Hardy upon his return to WWE. All four men are now on RAW. Lars Sullivan found himself drafted to SmackDown and will be looking for new victims.
After a few more men fall prey to Lars Sullivan, Big E can step-up and be the hero in WWE who puts an end to Lars Sullivan's terror. WWE never turns down a chance for a clash between muscular, behemoths out to prove a point.
#3 Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens for the Intercontinental Championship on WWE SmackDown
The former friends turned rivals have an incredibly storied past in WWE. However, it will be interesting to see Kevin Owens as the brave babyface and Sami Zayn as the scheming heel.
Jeff Hardy and AJ Styles moving to RAW has left no current challengers for WWE's Intercontinental Champion Sami Zayn. Sami Zayn returned to WWE programming after a five-month hiatus and became the undisputed Intercontinental Champion in a ladder match in Clash of Champions.
Sami Zayn has been a perfect sneaky heel and can go to any lengths to keep the Intercontinental Championship around his waist. But his old friend was drafted to SmackDown and may pose a challenge.
Kevin Owens, on the other hand, has faced a slight slump since Wrestlemania. After overcoming Seth Rollins at The Grandest Stage of them All, Kevin Owens has not had any solid feuds. Despite current nemesis Aleister Black being drafted to SmackDown, Kevin Owens has pinned him clean on three separate occasions. The feud seems to be nearing its end.
Watching Kevin Owens attempt to pry the Intercontinental title from Sami Zayn will make for an intriguing feud. Throw in the fact that the duo is renowned for having legendary in-ring chemistry, and WWE has the potential to book the best feud of 2020.
#2 Nikki Cross vs. Alexa Bliss on WWE RAW
Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross had a falling out recently, but there was never any payoff. WWE split the pair up when Nikki Cross earned a shot at Bayley's SmackDown Women's Championship while Alexa Bliss found herself brainwashed by The Fiend.
No one in WWE has been successful in deciphering the new Alexa Bliss. The eerie personality of The Fiend seems to have transformed the snarky, confident Superstar into a puppet that aims to please.
Lacey Evans brought up the topic and was beaten comprehensively by Alexa Bliss. Kevin Owens attempted to get to the bottom of Alexa Bliss's transformation and ate a Mandible Claw from Bray Wyatt for his troubles. Maybe the Goddess's best friend, Nikki Cross, will have better luck?
Both the women were transferred to Monday Night RAW in the WWE Draft. Their interaction may not be new, but it is certainly overdue. Alexa Bliss being out of Nikki Cross's reach and attacking her former best friend will cement the fact that there is no going back.
The Fiend and Alexa Bliss seem set for a long run together and Nikki Cross is the last attachment Alexa Bliss has to her former self. Watching Alexa Bliss heartlessly deliver a Sister Abigail to Nikki Cross will ensure there is no going back for Little Miss Bliss.
#1 Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship on WWE SmackDown
The former Shield brethren have a storied history in WWE and countless reasons to duke it out in the ring. Roman Reigns has fought Seth Rollins on multiple occasions, but the Tribal Chief has never met the Messiah.
Both wrestlers are currently doing the best character work of their careers.
Seth Rollins was the fourth overall pick in the WWE 2020 Draft and the first Superstar to switch brands. With Murphy and the Mysterios joining him on SmackDown, the year-long feud may wrap up sooner rather than later. This will leave Seth Rollins to chase the Universal Championship that he had dropped at WWE's Crown Jewel in October 2019.
On the other hand, Roman Reigns has been a juggernaut since he returned. Portrayed as a menacing heel with Paul Heyman by his side, the Big Dog has decimated anyone who stood in his way. Roman Reigns is set to take on his cousin Jey Uso in an 'I Quit' match inside Hell in a Cell at the namesake PPV. It is highly unlikely for Roman Reigns to drop the title at the event.
Roman Reigns decisively conquering his cousin for the second time will allow him to move on to other opponents. Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins colliding with their new characters makes for a fascinating scenario indeed.
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