5 possible feuds for Jeff Hardy after being drafted to SmackDown

The first night of the WWE Draft saw some big names move, including Jeff Hardy, who will return to SmackDown. The former three-time World Champion and five-time Intercontinental Champion was the third draft pick in Round 4.

For The Charismatic Enigma, being drafted to SmackDown would be a second homecoming as he was a blue brand superstar before heading to RAW in the 2020 WWE Draft.

The decision to have The Charismatic Enigma on Friday Night was refreshing. Jeff has not been in any noteworthy storylines on RAW except his triple threat match for the United States Championship at Extreme Rules.

With the move, Hardy can now put the blue brand on notice with his flying in-ring abilities and the heart to conquer all the adversity that may come his way.

In this article, we look at five possible feuds for Jeff Hardy after being drafted to SmackDown.

#5 Jeff Hardy can put Happy Corbin on notice

In his new avatar as a self-absorbed pompous heel, Happy Corbin is undoubtedly much better than the old Baron Corbin who lost his crown and money.

With his new talk show 'Happy Talk' also gaining traction, Happy Corbin could invite Jeff Hardy on his show to start a feud. The question of the WWE draft also doesn't play a role in this rivalry as both men will stay on SmackDown.

A self-absorbed pompous heel vs. an enigmatic babyface - the two had been in battles on the blue-brand earlier when Corbin was still King, and renewing the rivalry will be pretty intriguing with Corbin's new gimmick.

#4 Jeff Hardy could put Apollo Crews over on SmackDown

The contest between Jeff Hardy and Apollo Crews seems like an enticing proposition.

If he's not moved to RAW on Night 2 of the WWE Draft, Apollo needs a new storyline on the blue-brand after feuding with Shinsuke Nakamura. There will be nothing better than starting a feud with a top babyface like Jeff Hardy.

The two have never squared off against each other. The contest could pin the high-flying abilities of both the superstars as well as Apollo's strength. It will also be a good opportunity for the experienced Jeff Hardy to put over the former I.C. Champion.

#3 Jeff Hardy could challenge King Nakamura for the Intercontinental Championship

King Nakamura and Jeff Hardy have had their share of tussles earlier, the most memorable being at SummerSlam 2018 for the United States Championship. The King of Strong Style delivered a devastating Kinshasa to retain his title against Hardy.

The Charismatic Enigma could look to challenge King Nakamura for the Intercontinental Championship as a measure of revenge. The contest will be worth watching, with both superstars being high-flying risk-takers.

#2 Drew McIntyre and Jeff Hardy could collide on SmackDown

Drew McIntyre, much like Jeff Hardy, has also made SmackDown his new home. McIntyre recently challenged WWE Champion Big E on RAW, but his plans seem spoiled now.

With Universal Champion Roman Reigns currently in a feud against Brock Lesnar, McIntyre will not be challenging The Tribal Chief. A contest with Jeff Hardy would set the tone for the Scottish Warrior to start his SmackDown journey.

The two superstars previously squared off this year in a gauntlet match where McIntyre won with a Claymore. Another contest between the two top babyfaces on Friday Night SmackDown would be engaging for the WWE Universe.

#1 Jeff Hardy could engage with Finn Balor in a new storyline

After his loss to Roman Reigns at Extreme Rules, Finn Balor seems to be out of the Universal Championship contention. With Brock Lesnar waiting for The Tribal Chief next at Crown Jewel, Balor will do well with a new storyline.

If the Irish superstar remains on SmackDown after Night 2 of the WWE Draft, a feud with Jeff Hardy could undoubtedly be on the cards. The contest will see the two most gifted high-flying athletes lock horns in the ring. The Irish superstar and the Charismatic Enigma have never squared off, and this will undoubtedly be an exciting first.