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SmackDown's milestone 1000th episode will air today around evening time, and if Raw 25 is anything to pass by, it'll be a cheerful, nostalgic ride conveyed by huge returns.
A portion of Raw's 25 was tricky (DX and Scott Hall's entombment of The Revival was especially ruthless), while others (Howard Finkel, Ted DiBiase's appearance) hit the check. Expect something comparative from SmackDown 1000, regardless of whether nostalgia isn't the night's solitary offering point, with Rusev versus The Miz and Rey Mysterio versus Shinsuke Nakamura both arranged.
All things considered, if this show pops a better than average TV rating, it'll be down to fans to see their old favourites back in the ring. WWE hasn't exactly stacked the deck in an indistinguishable way from Raw 25, however a sum of 13 returns have been confirmed until this point, and there'll likely to be a couple of unannounced shocks on the night also. They run from previous General Managers to record-breaking World Champions, and each had a solid effect on the blue brand's inheritance in their own particular manner.
A portion of these names have been everywhere on the web for quite a long time, however, others may have gone unnoticed - particularly the last two.
#1 Rey Mysterio
619 is finally set to make a return finally. After appearing for The Greatest Royal Rumble, Rey Mysterio shifted back to to the independent circuit where he also participated in the much anticipated ALL IN pay-per-view.
But it looks like Rey Mysterio has finally come back. This is not a legendary return for an appearance, but Rey Mysterio is set to fight against Shinsuke Nakamura for the Jewel Crown Championship.
This is a great news for WWE. The company will look to capitalize on Rey Mysterio's presence to boost the 205 Live division and his first match after all these years being set up against Shinsuke Nakamura calls for a great amount of stir and attention.
#2 Batista
Batista is finally set to make a comeback after the disastrous run he had last time he returned. Batista's return comes as a major surprise after rumours of Batista not being in the good books of the company. Batista is set to make a return along with his stablemates of Evolution: Triple H, Ric Flair, and Randy Orton. The Animal will surely rise to a crowd pop when he returns.
Batista has talked about returning to WWE in the past. Is this a full-time return where Batista will potentially have a storyline involving somebody. Possibly Randy Orton who is looking for his next victim? or it might just be Evolution appearing to take down one of the other stables of the Blue Brand. It will be interesting to see Triple H, Batista and Randy Orton taking down on The New Day with Ric Flair on the ringside.
#3 Ric Flair and Triple H
The legendary Ric Flair is set to make an appearance at SmackDown 1000 with the Evolution. While Triple H's appearance won't be something to look out for as the COO of WWE has been fighting for quite some time now. Both the legends on SmackDown 1000 will surely be a great moment to rejoice the blue brand.
Evolution, which wasn't particularly a Blue Brand stable will nonetheless send the audience into a great nostalgic ride. One thing that makes this reunion better than the last is the absence of The Shield which ruined the whole idea of one of the greatest stables of all time. Evolution was always at the mercy of The Shield the last time they appeared in-ring. This time though, the situation looks a lot different.
#4 Vickie Guerero
Remember the irritating and irksome manager. Vickie Guerero will return to the ring for the upcoming episode of SmackDown 1000. Wife of late Eddie Guerero was a significant figure in the growing up of SmackDown brand. WWE audience will look to prepare their eardrums because they know what Vickie has in store for them.
#5 Teddy Long
Be ready for some great bookings from the commentary box. The former Manager will be a great draw at SmackDown 100 on the commentator's table. Teddy Long is a known figure inside the WWE circle and fans will be ecstatic at his presence.
#6 Torrie Wilson
To give more power to the Evolution, Torrie Wilson will appear on the SmackDown 1000 to either talk about Evolution and Women's wrestling or to potentially get into an altercation with one of the Women wrestlers. Former WCW Champion could call the SmackDown Live Women's Champion, Becky Lynch out for some talking.
#7 Michelle McCool
Michelle McCool could potentially be the one doing some trash talks against Torrie Wilson. McCool looked great in the Women's Royal Rumble, and this appearance might have something to do with booking her for the Women pay-per-view, Evolution. If that's happening, WWE will have another reason to woo the audience into watching The Evolution pay-per-view.
#8 Kane and The Undertaker
The Brothers of Destruction will finally set foot on the Blue Brand to continue their feud with D-Generation X. Kane and The Undertaker are set to wrestle against Triple H and Shawn Michaels at Crown Jewel. Both the legends appearing on the SmackDown brand only calls for this reason. Until SAnitY has other plans.
#9 Booker T
Booker T made an appearance on the Blue Brand a couple of months back to congratulate The New Day on their 5th Tag-Team Title. The five-time WCW Champion could potentially return to the commentator's table for a Tag-Team match involving The New Day.
But what will be more interesting is if he becomes the guest on R Truth's show alongside Carmella. Both Booker T and R Truth have great mic skills and can take the show to the next level. Only The Miz will be disappointed.
#10 Edge
The R Rated Superstar will come back to host his show, "The Cutting Edge." It is yet to be seen who will be the guests of the show and if Edge has an altercation with anybody. The last time Edge visited, things did go well between Edge and AJ Styles. Now that AJ Styles and Samoa Joe feud looks to be over, Edge will likely to give some advice to AJ Styles who will be facing Daniel Bryan at Crown Jewel.
Edge could also interview Evolution or have an altercation with Randy Orton, his previous team-mate from the stable Rated RKO. Edge is sure to send the whole WWE Universe into a state of pure nostalgia and thrill. Edge, who has been constantly involved in the working and functioning of WWE through his podcasts and appearances world over - hasn't lost his vibe at all. But what will be great to see is Vickie Guerero and Edge on the same stage.
#11 Mark Henry
The strongest man will make a return on the Blue Brand. Mark Henry will be making his first appearance after The Greatest Royal Rumble and the chocolate boy is all set to make some impact. Big Show returned this past week to wrestle Randy Orton, while that could have been timed better, Mark Henry's return is nothing less than spectacular. And one waits to see, who will be at the mercy of Mark Henry this time.
#12 James Ellsworth
One of the biggest jobbers of all time, James Ellsworth will return to SmackDown 1000. There seems to be no storyline for how he will be making his presence felt considering Carmella has moved to be a face alongside R Truth. It will be interesting to see both of them share the same stage after what transpired the last time they met each other. All that said, I hope Asuka doesn't lose everything again.
