5 Superstars most likely to betray their brand at Survivor Series

Survivor Series is only a few hours away now and I know that much like myself, you cannot contain your excitement either.

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What better way to get into the mood of things than with a preview article? This is an event that has not had much of a build. At the same time, it's an event that's had far-reaching consequences.

When the battles collide, there's always the possibility that one or more of the performers involved will betray their team.

This is because Survivor Series is a pit stop only. Brand specific storylines will continue long after the event is done and dusted, and hence, rivalries can emerge from the pay-per-view.

So, who are the likeliest suspects to betray their brands and help the other team out? Let us look at some possible contenders here.

Leave a comment and let me know your thoughts and assessment of this particular list.

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#5 Natalya

Natalya may not want to be in the same team as Ruby

Riott

Ruby Riott has quickly developed into one of the best heels on the RAW brand. She has most recently been feuding with Natalya, and she made things personal by breaking her father's sunglasses. And now, the two women are part of the RAW Women's Team at Survivor Series.

It is very likely indeed that Natalya and Ruby Riott will not be able to coexist in the RAW Women's Team.

Why would Natalya, a babyface, betray the team and not Ruby Riott, a heel? This is most likely because everyone but Natalya in the team is a heel.

Also, the consequences of betraying Team RAW can play out better if Natalya, a babyface, gets chastised by Stephanie McMahon. I foresee Natalya costing her team this huge match.

#4 Randy Orton

Randy Orton and Rey Mysterio certainly have some unfinished business, right now

Rey Mysterio scored an upset victory over Randy Orton at Crown Jewel. Orton did not like this and took the beating to Mysterio, crushing him into a pulp.

He's been on Mysterio's case ever since, and I believe that the rivalry's far from over. Could Mysterio get taken out by Orton before the match?

This would mean that SmackDown Live will be a member short going into this match. Orton could replace Mysterio and emerge as one of the MVPs of the whole match. Orton has a record at Survivor Series that few other superstars do.

It almost seems a certainty that Orton will attack Mysterio either during or after the traditional Survivor Series match and change the dynamics of the contest. Orton has seemed unhinged of late, and this will be interesting to see.

Or maybe Orton just takes Mysterio out and SmackDown Live is a member short when the bell eventually rings...

#3 Mandy Rose

Mandy Rose has been very angry about not being picked for the Survivor Series team

There's a big chance that Mandy Rose will betray the SmackDown Live Team at Survivor Series.

Particularly, if she doesn't get picked for the final slot in the women's team. She seemed very upset that she was overlooked when Sonya Deville got her slot. Expect this storyline to play out, heading into the match.

Mandy Rose isn't really in the match, so she could cause a distraction that gets Sonya Deville eliminated.

This will launch a program between the two women and effectively be the end of the Absolution faction. Both women could use this as a platform to work against one another and ascend to the next level.

They could create the opportunity that they have not been afforded. This distraction could lead to Team SmackDown Live suffering a big loss.

It would also establish Mandy Rose as a heel.

#2 Braun Strowman

Braun Strowman is a volatile monster

I know that Braun Strowman promised Stephanie McMahon that he would behave at Survivor Series.

However, we all know that he's been a rather volatile figure and none of us will be surprised if he does not honour his promise. I completely expect him to turn on the heels in the team during the traditional Survivor Series match.

Strowman is the one superstar who can tilt the balance for RAW against SmackDown Live. He's always been portrayed as a 'monster' and remains one of the most protected stars in the entire WWE roster. Eliminating him would have otherwise been the main task for Team SmackDown.

However, if Strowman were to implode in the middle of his match and turn his back on his team, it would allow the blue brand to get the upper hand. Maybe this could lead to a feud down the line with Lashley or McIntyre.

#1 Dean Ambrose

Ambrose could cost Seth Rollins his match against Nakamura

Seth Rollins vs. Shinsuke Nakamura for the first time should have been a much bigger match than it currently is. Both men are exceptionally gifted wrestlers and the match quality could steal the show.

Rollins should have the match won in usual circumstances. But I'm sure that Ambrose could be the X Factor, in this particular case.

Expect Dean Ambrose to show up during the match. When Rollins probably pumping it up for the Stomp, expect Ambrose's music to hit and for him to appear in the stands. This appearance could cause Nakamura to score an upset victory over Seth Rollins.

The fact of the matter is that the Ambrose vs. Rollins feud needs to kick into high gear and this is a great way to do that at Survivor Series. Nakamura needs this win more than Rollins does.

Plus, it will give us a fantastic Ambrose vs. Rollins feud.