WWE SmackDown - 5 Possible surprises - Unexpected face turn, Challenge made to Brock Lesnar, New love triangle?

This week's episode of WWE SmackDown is a critical juncture on the road to Survivor Series 2021. Without a certain number of twists and turns, the pay-per-view may not necessarily be as exciting as it should be.

And so, this week's episode is a must-watch affair. The creative team is almost certain to book a certain number of surprises to make the show exciting. Here are five potential surprises that could happen from this week's edition of the Blue brand.

Feel free to critique any of the surprises mentioned. And yes, if you want to list down a few surprises of your own, feel free to do so too.

Maybe someone from the WWE SmackDown creative team reads this article and hires you!

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#5 Jimmy Uso turns on Roman Reigns during the WWE SmackDown main event

As loyal as The Usos have been to the kingpin of WWE SmackDown, Roman Reigns, one may argue that the loyalty hasn't necessarily been reciprocated to the same extent. In fact, The Tribal Chief often bullies his cousins, especially Jimmy Uso. Could Jimmy feel like enough is enough and turn on his cousin during the big match with Xavier Woods?

We all remember how good the entire Jey Uso vs. Roman Reigns feud was. Could Reigns and Jimmy have a similar sort of feud where they take one another to the limit? And if they do, could Jimmy Uso be the man that eventually dethrones Roman Reigns?

In any case, you take baby steps before you learn to run. On WWE SmackDown this week, the first step towards these steps could happen. The company is clearly building a storyline of this nature.

Whether the audience can accept Jimmy Uso as being equal to Roman Reigns is another story.

#4 Aliyah goes to Jeff Hardy because Sami Zayn won't leave her alone

On WWE SmackDown last week, Sami Zayn offered unsolicited advice to Aliyah. Chances are that there will come a point where she's annoyed by him, and where she turns to Jeff Hardy for help.

In the weirdest twist, she may develop a crush on The Charismatic Enigma, while Sami Zayn chases her. Hey, many strange things have happened in the history of the Friday night show.

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#3 Sheamus challenges Brock Lesnar for his WWE SmackDown return

Sheamus and Brock Lesnar could have quite the slugfest if booked in the right manner. Could he offer his protection to Adam Pearce for the return of Lesnar at the Staples Center?

A loose sort of alliance may form between the two men, considering that Pearce did show hellish tendencies on RAW not long ago? Could he embrace the heel side in him come to WWE SmackDown and ask Sheamus to act as his bodyguard?

It could be a similar sort of alliance to the one we've seen between Shayna Baszler and Sonya Deville.

#2 The WWE SmackDown roster is invaded by RAW

Could the entire WWE SmackDown locker room invade RAW and take down the Survivor Series match participants?

There's literally no buzz when it comes to the SmackDown vs. RAW concept this year, and it may be high time that WWE rectifies this with an invasion.

There's very little unpredictability when it comes to your weekly dose of WWE SmackDown, so this could shake things up. And then RAW could prepare for a similar volley from the Blue brand.

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#1 Jinder Mahal and Shanky take down Drew McIntyre

Jinder Mahal and Shanky aren't in the Survivor Series team. This may not sit well with The Modern Day Maharaja and his protege. As a result of the same, the two WWE SmackDown Superstars may decide to take Drew McIntyre down and steal his spot. Neither of them is especially fond of The Scottish Warrior anyway.

In doing so, they could restart their rivalry, which could continue until McIntyre is ready to take on Roman Reigns. What do you think?