5 ways in which Corbin can abuse his powers

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The acting GM of RAW might have few dirty tricks up his sleeve
The acting GM of RAW might have few dirty tricks up his sleeve

Baron Corbin took over RAW’s proceedings as the acting general manager after Kurt Angle, apparently, left for vacation. While it was a tough first day for him, but unlike his predecessor, Corbin isn’t shy of using his powers.

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During a backstage interview, he made it clear that he would be using his authority, just for the sake of using it. He won't follow Angle, he would be running RAW his way

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In this article, we would be looking at different scenarios where Corbin can truly live the role of a heel authority, who would be using his powers for personal gains. Do sound off in the comments below whether you agree with these potential measures that can be taken by Baron Corbin.


#1 Win Intercontinental title from Rollins

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Rollins defends his title every week.

The first thing that comes to mind with heel authority figures is that they want to keep championships under their grasp. The top prize i.e. the universal title is being contested between Roman Reigns and Braun Strowman, whom nobody in their sane mind, would want to face at their full might, we will come back to it later.

With Rollins issuing regular open challenges at every RAW, getting inserted in a title match won’t require Corbin to use his authority. The real display of power would be if he is able to win the championship.

Jinder Mahal and Sunil Singh or Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre can help cause the distraction and also help to keep the shield at bay until Corbin wins the match via roll-up. Although, Rollins losing his title early in his reign is very unlikely, but the title would give Corbin much-needed relevancy, while he can always win it back or go on a tag run with Dean Ambrose.

#2 Lashley against multiple opponents

Lashley and Corbin aren't really on good terms
Lashley and Corbin aren't really on good terms

Going by the last RAW, it seems, Corbin’s feud with Balor is finally over and he would move on to his next opponent which could likely be Bobby Lashley. Lashley is currently not booked in any feud and has lost his initial charm and momentum. A feud against an authority figure might help him resurrect his momentum.

Following the trend, Corbin can continue to use his power, such that Lashley has to face multiple opponents, which would most likely be jobbers or low carders. This would serve two purposes, Lashley will gain some momentum and Corbin cements himself as a heel authority. This could be a mini TV feud just to fulfil the above-mentioned purposes.

#3 Jason Jordon’s return to hell

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The night Kurt Angle introduced the world to his son

Assuming that Jordon would be cleared for in-ring competition, he could make his return to where he left, as the son of Kurt Angle. Jordon would face the burden of being the son of Corbin’s nemesis, as Corbin would continue to make his life a living hell on RAW.

The matches would be similar to the previous entry, but this time, Jordon would facing upper mid-card, main event level talent, loosing to them regularly on every episode. Eventually, when Angle shows up, this could become the reason for his heel turn.

#4 Giving Owens title opportunity

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Kevin Owens quitting RAW isn't gonna go down well with the RAW commissioner Stephanie McMahon as he was handpicked by her husband HHH. Corbin being Stephanie's subordinate would have to sort out this problem before losing a valuable Superstar from RAW and Authority.

In order to bring him back, Corbin might give him another shot at the title of his liking on RAW. The obvious choice would be the universal championship which has very fewer chances of Owens winning it, but again, he would be getting opportunities for the IC title next week which he may end up winning and deciding to stay on RAW.

Owens can become a great aid for Corbin, if and when the SHIELD decides to pursue Corbin for his actions which he might do in our last fantasy booking option and that is...

#5 Cashing-in MITB contract at Hell in a Cell

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Before jumping off to the comment section to absolutely discard this case, let me present the scenario. At Hell in a Cell PPV main event, one of Reigns or Strowman would come out as a wounded victor, which most probably would be Reigns. Despite who wins the hard fought match, the winner won’t be in a condition to fight. Corbin’s theme hits and he comes out with a referee and MITB contract and orders referee to start the match which he eventually wins closing out the show.

The controversial finish would create some serious buzz and the next night, Corbin would open RAW to explain his actions. He just has to say that Strowman gave him the briefcase in exchange for a title shot at HIAC which he approved, but he never said the match would be as per contract. Corbin as the Acting GM approved Strowman’s wishes. While the contract was still intact. He could go on and explain his failed cash-in as a motivation for his move and he wanted to remove that black mark from his resume.

That’s all folks, please do share your opinions and any other scenarios you would like to play out.


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