5 ways to bring Sheamus back in WWE once cleared for in-ring competition

One of the most experienced superstars on the WWE roster, Sheamus, underwent a second nose surgery on Wednesday, September 29.

The Celtic Warrior injured his nose on the May 31 episode of Monday Night Raw with a stiff hit from Humberto Carrillo. A few days later, he had his first nose surgery.

Upon his return to Monday Night RAW, Sheamus was seen wearing a protective mask but injured his nose again in a match against Jeff Hardy on the September 20 episode of RAW.

The former World Champion competed in a triple threat match at Extreme Rules for the United States Championship against Damian Priest and Jeff Hardy. The next night on RAW, Sheamus had another no disqualification match against 'The Archer of Infamy' for the title he lost, further aggravating his injury.

As things stand, Sheamus is indefinitely out of action with no specific date set for his return. We hope he makes a speedy recovery to be back soon.

This article looks at five ways WWE could bring Sheamus back once he is cleared for in-ring competition.

#5 Sheamus puts Dominik Mysterio over on SmackDown

Dominik Mysterio is one of the brightest WWE Superstars on the SmackDown roster. However, feuding against The Usos in tag-team competition with his father Rey Mysterio and a rivalary with Sami Zyan in singles competition hasn't been enough to put him over.

WWE can give Sheamus a go on the blue-brand with a possible feud against Dominik Mysterio when the former is cleared for in-ring action. The Celtic Warrior could play a veteran heel in feuding with young babyface Dominik; this could be quite the storyline to put the younger Mysterio over.

We recently saw Sheamus play a similar role against Humberto Carrillo on RAW before he began his rivalry with Damian Priest.

#4 Sheamus challenges King Nakamura for the Intercontinental Championship

Having been unsuccessful in pursuing the U.S. title, Sheamus can undoubtedly go after another championship of equal repute following his return.

King Nakamura is the reigning Intercontinental Champion on SmackDown. One would hope that when the Celtic warrior returns, Nakumara still holds the gold as this could be an exciting heel vs. babyface contest.

The two have never been in a match before, which could surely add more thrill to a riveting feud.

#3 Sheamus reunites with Cesaro to reform The Bar

The Bar was one of the most dominating tag teams on the WWE roster from 2016 to 2019. The former five-time tag-team champions were in memorable feuds with The Usos and the team of Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose.

When Sheamus returns, WWE should consider reuniting him with Cesaro on SmackDown to give The Bar a re-run. The tag-team roster on the blue-brand looks a bit thin, baring the reigning champions, The Usos and The Street Profits. The Bar will undoubtedly elevate the tag team roster and can also challenge the reigning champions.

#2 Sheamus renews his rivalary with Drew McIntyre on RAW

Sheamus and Drew McIntyre have had many matches over the past year. The latest bout saw Sheamus become the number one contender for the U.S. Championship after defeating McIntyre on the September 6 episode of RAW.

McIntyre is currently on the hunt for Big E's WWE Championship, and if he dethrones the champion, Sheamus could challenge McIntyre for the WWE Championship. The feud, if renewed, will have more meaning when the title is on the line.

#1 Sheamus goes after Roman Reign's Universal Championship as a babyface on SmackDown

Roman Reigns is the biggest superstar on the current WWE roster. The Tribal Chief recently overcame The Demon - Finn Balor at Extreme Rules and is now set for a showdown with Brock Lesnar at Crown Jewel.

To make a massive statement after an injury layoff, a superstar should go after the biggest guy on the roster. For Sheamus, it has to be Reigns.

The two have been in an epic battle in the past when Roman won the World Heavyweight Championship from Sheamus way back in 2015.

WWE could make Sheamus return to SmackDown as a babyface and feud with the mighty Tribal Chief. He could challenge for the Universal title if Reigns is still champion. This rivalry would undoubtedly be fascinating for the WWE Universe if given shape.