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In WWE, as in life, friendships are formed and sometimes, they are dissolved as well. Brothers may ride side by side for months, only to have one member hit another on the back with a steel chair. Alliances that lasted for seemingly an eternity can get destroyed at festivals that celebrate friendship. Life moves on...
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In this article, let's look at 5 groups that could dissolve very soon indeed. Yes, it may seem like all is fine and dandy on television. However, for whatever reason, WWE may believe that there is more equity in splitting the band of brothers or in certain cases, sisters as well.
Do you think these alliances will last over the coming months? Do you see friction in the ranks for them?
Let me know in the comments...
Honourable Mention: The Shield
The Shield was on fire during their initial WWE run. They did manage to capture much of the same fire and energy during their second run as well. Unfortunately for them, Dean Ambrose got injured, bringing the alliance to an untimely end. Many people have wondered if The Shield will reunite when Dean Ambrose returns.
Now, that is always a possibility! The Shield is over with the audience and they do sell a lot of merchandise as well. However, I have a feeling that WWE has charted out different pathways for each of the men.
Ambrose could always return as a heel and feud with either Rollins or Reigns. He's not really had a heel run thus far and could really excel in that particular role, if given a chance to shine.
#5 The Bar
When Cesaro and Sheamus were getting lost in the shuffle on RAW, they took each other on in a series of exciting matches. Then, they would unite and form a very exciting alliance indeed. Former RAW Tag Team Champions 'The Bar' have been absolutely exemplary as a unit. Is it their time to go their separate ways?
Cesaro, in particular, is a superstar who was always on the verge of breaking out. He could be an absolutely invaluable player on SmackDown Live as a singles performer. He's been described by many to be the best in-ring performer in WWE and every time he steps in the ring, he certainly 'sets the bar'!
Do not forget that Sheamus is a former Champion. He too can be booked in a variety of interesting singles feuds.
#4 Rusev Day
Rusev Day certainly is a very unique act. The Bulgarian Brute and his songbird have gotten over despite the booking from WWE Creative. 'Rusev Day' is so popular that the chants are heard even in events outside of WWE. And now, Lana is here to mess it all up for us.
Not long ago, Lana indicated to Rusev that Aiden English was weighing him down as a superstar. Experts speculated that it was English' pallor and physique that were working against him. Whatever the reason may be, the days may be numbered for this alliance.
It remains to be seen if this split will indeed happen or not. Rusev certainly has a much higher potential as a singles superstar than Aiden English. One wonders if English can chart a future for himself without Rusev's stardom.
#3 Absolution
It is clear that Mandy Rose is receiving a major singles push from Creative. Some reports had emerged that she's been booked as the new Emmalina and if so, the sky is the limit for her. We've all heard stories of how invested Vince McMahon is in the gimmick. Deville too has a cool look and she's pretty competent in the ring as well.
The first cracks in Absolution were felt when Paige became the General Manager of SmackDown Live and wouldn't side with her girls and help them cheat. She later had Rose face Deville, pretty much signalling that this alliance could come to a very untimely end.
#2 The New Day
This is the fourth straight SmackDown Live act I've mentioned in a row. Looks like the 'land of opportunity' is not really the land of stables anymore. The New Day could split up very soon indeed!
From cereal to ice cream to pancakes, the jokes have run their course. The New Day is only a shadow of the cool unit they once used to be. Additionally, there have been strong rumours that Big E will receive a major singles push soon.
Some have even said that he will be Mr. Money in the Bank this year. Could Xavier Woods find success as a Cruiserweight on '205 Live' as well?
#1 McIntyre and Ziggler
Drew McIntyre looks like a million bucks. Rumours have emerged that Vince McMahon is very high on him as a breakout superstar, going forward. Will his short lived alliance with Dolph Ziggler break up as a result? I wouldn't be surprised if it does.
It was an odd team to begin with, really. Ziggler and McIntyre have very little in common. They've not been booked in a program thus far either, making us worry that there's nothing in the works for the two talented superstars.
It makes sense for McIntyre to branch out. Don't expect this team to last much longer, WWE Universe.
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