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We are only a few hours removed from what should be an absolutely sensational edition of WWE TLC, live on the WWE Network. The Shield is back, although without Roman Reigns and with the addition of Kurt Angle. As minimalistic as this card is, it has the legs to be a very memorable lineup.
However, the best kind of wrestling is often the unpredictable kind, isn't it? We are certain that WWE is certain to pull out one or more rabbits out of its hat during the course of the show.
Each of these surprises could bode well for Survivor Series and beyond. The seeds for new programs and feuds could be sowed at TLC.
Here are five surprises that could turn TLC on its head, for better or for worse, and make it a show to remember for a long time to come.
#5 Ambrose turns heel
All good things must come to an end. Think back to the first run of the "Hounds of Justice". Invariably the first thought that comes to your mind must be that of Rollins turning on his cohorts.
The shock of the moment may even eclipse the trio's incredible first run.
This time it may not be Seth Rollins, who sells his friends out and reveals his vicious nature. Instead, it may be Dean Ambrose who shows us that he has a darker side, and is unafraid to tap into it when the need so arises.
Ambrose may still be bitter about the fact that when he needed Rollins, the latter turned his back on him. This could cause a heel turn in the marquee main event, with a chair shot to Rollins' back.
This could be the impetus for Ambrose to turn when his friends need him most. There have been several rumours about the turn happening. The dynamics of the tag team championship would become very interesting then.
Considering Angle is in the match, we wonder how it'll affect the brand as a whole.
#4 The Club aligns themselves with Balor
We learned just moments back that Finn Balor and AJ Styles would be going on on one. Now, everyone expects The Club to be by AJ Styles' side, considering they are the best of friends.
Bear in mind that Finn Balor was the head of the Bullet Club before AJ Styles was. So while one may expect Gallows and Anderson to align themselves with Styles, what if they were to help Balor win the big match? This makes a lot of sense.
Balor has not fared well ever since he came back to the main roster and has not reached the same heights that he did during his initial run. An alliance with The Club can elevate all three men simultaneously.
This could also form an alliance that would allow The Shield, when Roman Reigns returns, to challenge The Club on RAW.
#3 Main roster debut of Johnny Gargano
Whatever your feelings about Enzo Amore may be, it is impossible to deny that he's made the Cruiserweight Division relevant once again. We deem it more than likely that he will defeat Kalisto and recapture his championship.
After all, from the looks of it, the division is being built around the man. However, his lack of opponents is a matter of real concern. None of the other guys in the division are over, at all. 205 Live needs a fresh babyface.
Who better than Johnny Wrestling, a man who seems a little lost in NXT, right now. He would fit right into the scheme of things in the Cruiserweight Division, and could get the audience to really, wholeheartedly rally behind him.
We'd totally be game for a Johnny Gargano vs. Enzo Amore feud. But first, he'd need to confront Enzo at TLC, to set this big program up.
#2 Jason Jordan attacks Kurt Angle
There's a RAW exclusive pay-per-view happening, and Jason Jordan, one of the brightest prospect in the brand right now, is not on the card. That is reason enough for him to get frustrated, and attack his Olympic Gold medal winning kayfabe father. After all, his father has put himself in the main event!
Were he to turn heel, Jordan's actual run would commence on RAW. He's not faring well as a babyface yet, and there's almost no story for him. A heel turn could really elevate Jordan to where he needs to be, right now.
Rumours of him turning heel have been abundant for a while now. It wouldn't surprise us if this came to pass, at TLC.
#1 Asuka loses her main roster debut
It is blasphemy to even entertain the thought that Emma will defeat Asuka at WWE TLC. After all, Asuka is undefeated in NXT and has been so for over 500 days.
However, bear in mind that NXT talents, however, well they fare in developmental, do not get the same treatment in the main roster. Think of Tyler Breeze or The Ascension or even Bayley, for that matter.
How different their runs in NXT were, as compared to how they've fared in the main roster. Considering that Nakamura, a fellow Japanese Superstar has also been misused thus far, why should Asuka fare differently? While it is unlikely, don't be surprised if Emma pins Asuka at WWE TLC.
It may be an inside rib from WWE management, to have Asuka eat the pin, to shock the WWE Universe. What do you think of our assessment, guys? Let us know in the comments below. Join us for live coverage of TLC, this weekend as well.
