Survivor Series 2020: 3 things that must happen at the PPV and 2 things that shouldn’t

We are all set for WWE Survivor Series 2020 where RAW and SmackDown will battle it out for brand supremacy. Between dream matches and The Undertaker’s farewell, WWE have booked a show that looks extremely promising on paper. While the upcoming pay-per-view has the entire WWE Universe buzzing with excitement, there are a few things that can completely change the entire show.

In this article, we will take a look at things that should happen at Survivor Series 2020 and the mistakes that WWE should avoid. So, without further ado, let’s begin.

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— Undertaker (@undertaker) November 13, 2020

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#3 Must happen at Survivor Series – Jey Uso interferes in Roman Reigns’ match against Drew McIntyre

Jey Uso might want to help the Tribal Cheif

Roman Reigns kickstarted last week’s episode of SmackDown, and he was shockingly interrupted by Drew McIntyre. During his appearance on the Blue brand, the RAW Superstar gave a stern warning to Reigns and went on to beat Jey Uso in the main event to make a strong statement. McIntyre had stated that he would take the WWE Championship from Randy Orton in order to ensure that he gets to face Reigns at Survivor Series.

On the final episode of RAW before the PPV, McIntyre proved himself by doing exactly what he had promised. He is now set to face Reigns at Survivor Series as both Superstars will represent RAW and SmackDown respectively. The WWE Universe is excited to see both the top dogs battle it out in an unforgettable encounter that would probably be the main event of the show.

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Since it’s a classic heel vs face match at one of the big 4 PPVs of the year, the easiest choice would be to book a victory for the top babyface. However, this time the heel is Roman Reigns who is the hottest entity in all of pro wrestling right now. Thus, there’s an equal – if not higher – chance that he is the one who will win this Survivor Series match.

Thus, if WWE are planning to have this match between McIntyre and Reigns end with the latter’s victory, then they should ensure that he doesn’t get a clean win. It would be much better if Jey Uso decided to interfere and help the ‘Tribal Chief’ in securing the win. That will help the story in three ways.

Firstly, it will help protect Drew McIntyre at Survivor Series – the top babyface of WWE – without causing any damage to Roman Reigns’ current form. Secondly, it would be along the theme of all of Reigns’ previous wins as a heel where he has used a devious method to ensure that he gets the upper hand. And lastly, it would help in establishing the fact that he needs Jey Uso in order to remain at the top of the roster – a reason that could lay the foundation of a betrayal that is bound to happen at some point in the future.

#2 Shouldn’t happen at Survivor Series – Successful MITB cash-in on the WWE Championship

The Miz doesn't need to cash-in this briefcase at Survivor Series

While the fans would welcome an interference from Jey Uso in the match between Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre, one can’t say the same about The Miz. The latter recently got his hands on the Money in the Bank contract, and he has made it clear that his eyes are on the WWE Championship. That said, Survivor Series would not be the right moment for a successful cash-in.

Drew McIntyre has just won the title, and it would make no sense to have him lose the WWE Championship in less than a week. WWE RAW desperately need the championship to remain on his shoulder as he is one of the few Superstars who can carry the three-hour show. Moreover, it’s hardly been a few months since Miz got the MITB contract. He can certainly afford to wait for a while before he cashes in on this opportunity.

The Miz is one of the few WWE Superstars who can be booked for a long storyline and still manage to keep it entertaining. He can carry the MITB contract for a while before there’s an absolute need to use the MITB contract. WWE can certainly have The Miz tease the idea at Survivor Series, but they would be better off with keeping the actual cash-in saved for RAW or PPVs that will follow.

#2 Must happen at Survivor Series – Sasha Banks picks a clean victory over Asuka

The Boss needs to win this match

At Survivor Series, SmackDown women’s champion Sasha Banks will lock horns with RAW Women’s Champion Asuka in the battle of brand dominance. We have seen both these Superstars lock horns multiple times this year. In fact, Asuka became the RAW Women’s Championship again only after defeating Sasha Banks.

While both Superstars have always delivered great matches, it has almost always led to Asuka being booked in a stronger light. The Empress has forced Banks to submit multiple times. Only an interference from Bayley has helped Banks overcome Asuka. Thus, at Survivor Series, it should be Banks who gets a clean victory over the RAW women’s champion.

This would be a huge boost to Banks’ current run with the title on SmackDown. Earlier this month, Banks successfully defended her title, and if she manages to beat Asuka in a clean fashion, she can finally prove that she's a dominant force in the SmackDown locker room.

As far as Asuka is concerned, her loss at Survivor Series would prompt other women on the Red brand to challenge her for the title. Thus, it would bring more excitement to the otherwise quiet division of the Red brand.

#1 Shouldn’t happen at Survivor Series – One brand wins both the traditional five-on-five matches

Survivor Series matches shouldn't be predictable

As of this writing, AJ Styles, Braun Strowman, Sheamus, Keith Lee, and Riddle are set to represent RAW in a match against SmackDown's Seth Rollins, Kevin Owens, King Corbin, Jey Uso, and another Superstar at Survivor Series. In the women’s division, Shayna Baszler, Nia Jax, Lana, Lacey Evans, and Peyton Royce will represent the red brand in their match against Ruby Riott, Liv Morgan, Bianca Belair, and two more Superstars.

While RAW managed to find all the members of their Survivor Series teams with a lot of time to spare, SmackDown are yet to find out the complete list of names that will fight for the Blue brand. On paper, SmackDown is looking slightly weaker than its counterpart, but that could change on its go-home show before Survivor Series.

The men’s five-on-five match looks promising, and the women’s five-on-five will probably follow suit, depending upon the final two members of the SmackDown team. Both these matches have drawn a lot of anticipation from the fans. If either brand ends up winning both the matches, then it would have a negative impact on the roster and the storylines moving forward.

Thus, unless there’s a massive betrayal planned for either of the two matches, WWE must ensure that both the divisions get a deserved victory at Survivor Series and tease an exciting aftermath.

#1 Must happen at Survivor Series – ‘The Fiend’ Bray Wyatt and Alexa Bliss interrupt The Undertaker’s ‘Final Farewell’

'The Fiend' Bray Wyatt would certainly want the Deadman

A few weeks ago, WWE confirmed that Survivor Series would host the ‘Final farewell’ of The Undertaker. He made his debut for the promotion at the same PPV three decades ago, and he is now set to bid adieu to the business. That being said, we all know the history of The Undertaker and his ‘WWE farewell’.

In the weeks leading up to Survivor Series, ‘The Fiend’ Bray Wyatt has teased confrontations with The Undertaker on several occasions. There have been several backstage reports speculating a feud between The Fiend and The Undertaker. Thus, it should all begin on Sunday with ‘The Fiend’ Bray Wyatt and Alexa Bliss interrupting this segment.

Ideally, it would have been better if The Fiend brutally attacked The Undertaker and caused the latter to truly retire. But if past feuds are any indication, WWE might convert their brief encounter to a full-blown feud that would ultimately end at WrestleMania where the Deadman can say goodbye to the fans at the Grandest Stage of Them All.