5 factors that may lead to Braun Strowman becoming WWE Intercontinental Champion 

#3 Open window for a Shinsuke Nakamura vs Sami Zayn feud

This feud can change the game for both men

A long time has passed since either Shinsuke Nakamura or Sami Zayn was involved in a top-class feud. Nakamura’s last noteworthy rivalry was against AJ Styles for the WWE Championship while Zayn has been directionless as a wrestler ever since the Creative split him from Kevin Owens. When both the Superstars united on SmackDown, it looked like this angle would propel them to the top. However, it couldn't happen.

The Japanese Superstar has lost a lot of matches while his recent ally has not won a televised bout since WWE Stomping Grounds 2019. This shows that the partnership has deterred their momentum on the main roster. A few fans feel that sending them back to NXT can rejuvenate their careers. However, WWE can also do the same by booking a betrayal angle.

Currently, Nakamura is the champion and Zayn has been loyal to him. But, by booking a title change, WWE can generate some friction between them. Maybe have Zayn cost Nakamura his title?

In case WWE prefers to go on this path, then Braun Strowman should capture the Intercontinental Championship as soon as possible and allow the Creative to begin the aforementioned feud.

Video: Fans still remember the Sami Zayn - Shinsuke Nakaramura fued in NXT