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Last year's edition of AEW Double or Nothing was a fantastic affair and needless to say, this year's version will be extremely different from what we saw on that fateful night. The world has changed considerably from the time and AEW will not have thousands of screaming fans in the stands on this occasion.
In any case, it can still make Double or Nothing special with a whole bunch of surprises. Tony Khan, Cody Rhodes, and the rest of the AEW creative team is extremely creative and could definitely make this show one to remember and cherish for a very long time.
So, with that said, what are 5 surprises that we could potentially see on this year's special edition? I am putting my thinking hat on and I invite you to do the same, ladies, and gentlemen.
Let's have a look at 5 surprises that AEW could book. Tell me how likely or unlikely each one is, in the comments section.
#5 Sting shows up at AEW Double or Nothing
No, Sting is no longer under contract with WWE and the whole world has been buzzing about the fact that he could very well make his AEW debut at Double or Nothing. And no, this is not outside the realm of possibility because Sting and TNT have had a fantastic relationship over the years, considering that he was the face of WCW in the 90s.
Not only could he make a cameo in the Casino Battle Royal, but he could also show up as a member of The Dark Order. He could potentially come forth as a General Manager as well. Sting is one of the greatest of all time and whatever he does in the AEW ring will mean big business, in my personal opinion at least.
He even tweeted about Jake Roberts. Hmmm...
#4 Jake Roberts unleashes the python on Mike Tyson at AEW Double or Nothing
Yes, you heard that right- Mike Tyson will be present at AEW Double or Nothing. He will be the legend presenting the AEW TNT Championship to the winner of the match between Cody Rhodes and Lance Archer in the finals of the tournament.
Tyson has battled many opponents through the course of his career but the fact of the matter is that he is never faced someone as devious and as conniving as Jake Roberts. And yes, when Jake Roberts is by the ringside area, protecting the interests of his client, there is always a chance that there is a snake in the vicinity as well that he can unleash on an unsuspecting AEW star when he/she least expects it.
Imagine the kind of mainstream headlines that AEW will garner overnight if the sight of a python on Mike Tyson was to go out following AEW Double or Nothing.
Tyson did wonders for WWE during the Attitude Era and he could certainly help AEW to a great extent too.
#3 Hangman Page betrays The Elite in his big AEW return match
A few years ago, long before he arrived in AEW, I had a chance to interact with Matt Hardy while he was still a part of the WWE roster. At that time, he had expressed his admiration for 'The Bucks of Youth' and said that they deserved to be a part of the AEW roster. Time changes everything and now, AEW is a reality, where The Young Bucks and Matt Hardy will be a part of the Stadium Stampede match.
Now, we saw Hangman Page make his big return to AEW on the go-home show of Dynamite but the fact of the matter is that he did not celebrate with the babyfaces when they chased off the heels. And yes, Page is someone who has been teasing a heel turn for a very long time now.
But if Page turns heel on Kenny Omega, we could potentially see the dissolution of the tag team champions and this could lead to a complete makeover of the AEW tag team division.
#2 Brandi Rhodes helps Cody win the AEW TNT Championship
Anyone who's grown up with Jake Roberts knows what a sadistic and vicious man he can be and his current AEW avatar is just as ruthless. We all saw what he did to Brandi Rhodes on a previous episode of AEW Dynamite unleashing his snake on her and also making obscene gestures, almost in a ritualistic manner in the process of doing so. Cody Rhodes did not take kindly to his actions and unleashed a flurry on Jake Roberts' client Lance Archer.
As the heel manager, he will definitely be at ringside to give his client the advantage and because he does not play by the rules, Jake Roberts may even have Arn Anderson's number. But lo and behold, Brandi Rhodes could help even the odds and destroy Jake Roberts, helping her husband pick up the TNT Championship. Some may say that Rhodes does not need the title, but the world is not in a good place and it needs all the good energy that it can get at this point.
Also, do check out our interview with AEW star Jake Roberts, that's been linked above.
#1 The Revolt show up at AEW Double or Nothing
Once upon a time, they used to be known as The Revival to some and the best tag team on the planet to others. Now, they are no longer a part of WWE, and rumors indicate that they could very well show up at AEW Double or Nothing this weekend in what should be a very explosive debut.
Look, we've seen how Dean Ambrose has been able to transform himself into Jon Moxley and rise to the very top of All Elite Wrestling. We have also seen how the erstwhile Luke Harper has reinvented himself and now goes by the name Brodie Lee in AEW, and will be competing for the top prize in the company soon after his debut.
When you have a minute, please take the time to check out our exclusive Instagram live session with the amazing Emi Sakura from All Elite Wrestling. There are way too many fun backstage stories from AEW.
And remember to join us live for our coverage of AEW Double or Nothing.
