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2018 has been a very mixed year for WWE to say the least.
Whilst the past 12 months have been some of the company's most profitable, thanks in part to the Saudi Arabia and FOX deals, the WWE's core demographic of fans have seemingly grown listless of the current product, with an episode of RAW being the least viewed in company history, only to be beaten by another RAW later in the year.
But it's not just the red brand which is suffering, as this week's SmackDown Live hit a record low viewership for 2018.
In 2019 therefore, the company will obviously hope to turn these numbers around and return the two major main roster shows to their former glory.
Here are just five things the WWE should do in 2019, to get people back into watching RAW, SmackDown Live and WWE Pay Per Views.
#5 Bring in new commentators
When you turn into RAW or SmackDown Live, the first thing you hear, after the roar of the crowd will be the commentators, welcoming you to another episode of the show.
Whilst the commentary team plays a vital role, helping to dictate matches for the fans, and also tell stories during the bouts, a change of pace could be just what the show's need.
Possibly the most controversial commentator out of those serving is Corey Graves, who despite his incredible knowledge of the industry, is constantly chastising his fellow commentators over the smallest error.
This has led to the commentators biting back at the former NXT Tag Team Champion, and whilst Graves may see himself as playing a heel, his constant bickering on both shows does not make for very pleasant listening.
#4 Have The Rock compete at WrestleMania 35
In just one month, the entire plans for WrestleMania 35 got thrown in the air.
In early October, Roman Reigns forfeited the Universal Championship to battle leukemia, whilst Triple H suffered a pectoral injury at Crown Jewel, with his spot at the April show unclear.
That is why it is so important for the WWE to get the Brahma Bull, The Rock for a match for WrestleMania 35.
Having the Hollywood star appear would definitely help bring viewers in, and would work even better if we were able to see him live on Monday Night RAW.
Whilst an opponent isn't clear for him, perhaps Rock-Brock 2, a rematch of their Summerslam 2002 encounter would be for the best, giving The Rock a match whilst at the same time, sorting out the main event of the show.
#3 Continue to expand
We all know that WWE are the biggest Sports Entertainment powerhouse in the world, but in 2018, the company definitely proved it.
Forming NXT UK, the company now has a lock on the British wrestling scene, whilst events like the Mae Young Classic has helped bring in audiences and Superstars from around the globe.
The Saudi Arabia deal has been a huge score for the WWE this year, and whilst the Greatest Royal Rumble and Crown Jewel did get a shellacking in the media, it's hard to argue with the money they have raised.
Expanding their brand just makes sense if the WWE hopes to get people watching. The more there is, the more likely people will watch the product.
Even now, the WWE are reportedly putting this plan into motion, with a rumored NXT Germany in the future.
#2 Retiring The Undertaker (for real this time)
The Undertaker is rightly considered by many, the greatest character in wrestling history.
But after nearly 30 years, it is clear that his time is coming to an end, with the Deadman already having retired (though did return) at WrestleMania 33 in 2017.
But having the Phenom call it quits for good in 2019 would definitely draw viewers in, as well as make a Superstar overnight.
Of course, the question is, who would do the deed? Who could do the deed?
Perhaps an NXT Superstar like Tomasso Ciampa, who would be instantly thrust into the main event as the man who ended the Phenom.
Or perhaps Drew McIntyre, who could complete his epic return to the WWE if he ended the legacy of one of the company's greatest ever stars.
And speaking of the Sinister Scotsman...
#1.Drew McIntyre becomes World Champion
When Drew McIntyre debuted on the main roster in 2009, Vince McMahon touted the Scotsman as a future World Champion.
Despite an impressive first year, including an Intercontinental Title win, as well as a stint as Tag Team Champion, McIntyre quickly became a jobber, being released in 2014.
Returning to NXT in 2017, and returning to RAW earlier this year, the Scottish Terminator has been on fire, with many seeing the potential in him to be a Universal Champion in 2019.
McIntyre certainly has the look of a champion, and the charisma to boot.
His promos, which admittedly have sometimes fallen short in the past, are certainly improving, as his spot in the RAW main event scene has allowed him to develop.
Perhaps he will be the one to dethrone the Beast in 2019.
