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Does anyone else want o witness a tag team consisting of the best wrestler and ring announcer in the world? Because there must be loads of people out in the WWE Universe that are just yearning to see Greg Hamilton and Shane McMahon steam roll jobbers on a weekly basis.
In all honesty, Shane's entire gimmick of proclaiming himself as a conceited SOB that truly gives zero consideration about the fans feelings is good stuff from the creative team, as Shane's role in the company right now is truly beneficial to the roster, and while many would tend to disagree, there might be evidence to convince you.
Ever since Shane returned to the company in 2016 he has been involved some high profile clashes with AJ Styles, The Undertaker, and most recently The Miz, now, many would say the prodigal son has taken up more screen time than he actually deserves which is totally understandable, but over that time Shane has become an important part of the company.
McMahon and high profile matches go together like beans on toast, this is a combination we all know shouldn't work, but it just does. So here's the point, whoever Shane McMahon feuds with after he is done calling Miz's father Mr Potatoe Head, and trying to avenge his father's dignity by destroying Roman Reigns (the irony in these storylines is unreal), is truly vital as it could launch a young star's career.
#1 Aleister Black
Black was pegged by many to be the next Undertaker, and while the WWE Universe knows that there will never be a superstar on this planet that will ever fill the place of the phenom, it's interesting to note that people think that highly of a man that has not gotten a chance to run wild on the main roster.
Black is everything you want from a WWE superstar, he has a great unique look, he is deadly in the ring, and has a unique persona that will most likely be remembered if the creative team keeps it fresh, but the one thing Black does not have at the moment is a narrative to get him on the right track on Smackdown Live.
Now you might be thinking that Shane vs Black is a disaster waiting to happen, as McMahon can hold his own in the ring, but it's is to a certain extent, however, its not the match that makes this a must see fued, its the narrative.
Yes people, the story is important to the success of a programme in wrestling, as two guys doing one thousand superkicks means nothing if you don't care about the characters, and by having Shane go on tirade to inflate his ego as the best in the world, he might want to eliminate any potential threats that stand in his way.
This narrative could paint Black as a man that doesn't care for authority, as his aura cant be contained by the higher-ups, he is a man above the law in WWE, and in WWE the McMahons are the law. Therefore, conflict achieved.
#2 Finn Balor
The one thing we all know about WWE is that it is uncertain, because what we witness today, we might not see tomorrow, and this is a notion that applies to Finn Balor, as Balor might be the IC Champion this week, but next week he could be buried in a second.
How many times we have seen the former leader of the Balor Club endure this fate? As it seems WWE isn't a big of the man that lit NJPW on fire, but in Balor's case, let's believe WWE has some faith in him. And at this very moment, Balor's booking on the blue brand has seen him been taken seriously by the higher-ups on Smackdown Live.
Who knows at Money in the Bank, Balor could even walk out of the event with the Money in the Bank briefcase, but let's not get ahead of ourselves just yet, as the prize Balor holds on his shoulder could be eyed by someone who did not expect.
In a journey to prove himself as the best in the world, Shane McMahon could go searching for a title, and while it would outrageous for WWE to send the boss' son into the main event, the IC Title seems like a good fit for him.
Shane vs Balor would honestly be the perfect programme to elevate Balor, as he so dearly needs a chance to bring out the aggression he has not shown since his NXT days, and while there are so many other stars on the roster that deserve a shot at the title, Shane could do something that hasn't been done in a long time.
Which is making the IC Title a popular again, because McMahon is a pay-per-view attraction, and even though many don't want to admit it, when Shane is competing you are craving to see what crazy stunt he pulls off this time. Its that type of attention the IC Title and Finn Balor need right now. Also, Finn feuding with Shane makes so much sense considering the fact that Vince McMahon held the former NXT Champion down ever since he returned from injury in 2017.
#3 Braun Strowman
Rumours have been going around that the reason why Braun Strowman will never be a top guy in the WWE is due to Vince McMahon seeing Strowman more like a mascot instead of a star that can take the company forward.
That is something that would take many by surprise, as Strowman is still considered one of the biggest stars in WWE at the moment even though he is being mishandled to an extreme extent. When you consider the big man's booking over the last few years these rumours start to line up and form the reason for Strowman's failures.
Even if Vince McMahon has seen the former Money in the Bank winner as some sort of utility player in his grander scheme of things, then Strowman should at least be given a chance to gain some momentum to be marketed as the company's go-to guy. And what better way to shine the light on the former Wyatt Family member than to pair him with Shane McMahon in a heated programme.
Now many of you might not see how a feud between an in prime Strowman and the 50-year-old McMahon family member could actually work out, but with Shane O Mac's recent activities causing a stir on Monday Night Raw, this could allow Strowman to cross paths with the prodigal son. A programme between the two would not be groundbreaking of any kind, but imagine the momentum Braun would get from being the man to stop Shane's tirade.
#4 Ali
Ali is one of Smackdown Live's fastest rising babyfaces, as there is just something about the nature of his character that makes him truly likeable to the general and die-hard audience, but if there is one thing that has made Ali a great sight to behold on Tuesday nights, then it is his surprisingly good booking.
WWE essentially picked the former cruiserweight from obscurity on 205 Live and placed him in some of the biggest matches no one thought he would contest at this stage in his career. From taking Daniel Bryan to the limit for the WWE Title to getting the best of Randy Orton, it seems like Ali has the potential to move up the ladder in WWE, as the company themselves are making an effort in ensuring that happens.
So, the real question on everyone's minds with regards to Ali at the moment is whether WWE will take him to the next level? If they do, then the best option for Ali's breakout fued would be with Shane McMahon. McMahon vs Ali would be a daredevil's fantasy, as both these men are willing to soar to heights unimagined to entertain the fans, moreover, the one thing that would make this programme work is their characters.
Shane is a fairly great heel that feels totally detestable, while Ali is the proverbial people's champion, WWE could strike lightning a bottle with this combination if they wanted to create a new breakout star.
#5 Kofi Kingston
Kofi Kingston's WWE Title reign will have to end one day, as this is a man that was not meant to be World Champion in a promotion like WWE, and it is truly a joy to watch Kofi go out to the ring every single night to prove why he is meant to hold the title.
However, we all know that his reign may be limited, as the chances of WWE keeping this feel-good story of a loyal wrestler finally getting rewarded for his decade long services is going to run out of steam, so, why not end it in white hot fashion?
The main thing with Kofi's WWE Title reign is that it has the potential to turn one of his New Day brothers into the next big thing, and you all know who's this person. WWE has already planted the idea into the minds of wrestling fans that Big E could return as a heel when he recovers from injury, and this would honestly be best for business.
Imagine Big E aligning with the McMahon's to end his longtime best friends dream, it would be one of the best heels turns of the decade, as this could spark a rivalry between Kofi and Shane McMahon, which would be satisfying to watch when you consider how Shane's father tried to screw Kingston, and now Shane has suddenly become his father's protector.
