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We are all set for yet another episode of WWE SmackDown and the show is looking quite impressive on paper. Between the newly-formed alliance between Roman Reigns and Jey Uso as well as the romance storyline between Murphy and Aalyah Mysterio, there’s a lot of family drama that can unfold on the blue brand tonight.
In addition to that, WWE have confirmed a huge title match for this week’s show. Sasha Banks is now set to defend her WWE SmackDown Women’s Championship against Bayley in what is expected to be a great encounter. Both Superstars delivered an epic title match at Hell in a Cell, and they could do the same yet again.
In this article, we will take a look at things that can unfold on WWE SmackDown this week. So, without further ado, let’s begin.
#1 Murphy and Aalyah Mysterio face the music on WWE SmackDown
Last week’s episode of WWE SmackDown featured a controversial segment involving Murphy, Aalyah, Seth Rollins, Rey and Dominik Mysterio. It started with Murphy telling Aalyah that he should make amends with Rey Mysterio and Dominik. However, his attempt at setting things right were interrupted by Seth Rollins.
While Rollins resorted to making fun of Murphy and Aalyah, it was Dominik who made his presence known and attacked The Messiah. Murphy did the same, but Dominik brawled with him once again. They were stopped by Rey Mysterio, and the father-son duo intended to hit Murphy with a 619. But Aalyah stopped them mid-way.
Following this, Aalyah told her family that she ‘loves’ Murphy before the two shared a kiss. A shocked Rey and Dominik struggled to come to terms with what had just happened while Rollins smirked in the background. Tonight, on WWE SmackDown, all the Superstars involved in this storyline are expected to make an appearance again.
From Aalyah’s eventual betrayal to plausible heel turn from Dominik, there can be a lot of interesting developments in this storyline. But before anything else happens, we will have to see what the Mysterio family have to say about Aalyah kissing Murphy. Will the romance between the two finally put an end to the Mysterio family’s long-running feud with Rollins? Will Murphy get his shot at settling the score with Rollins on WWE SmackDown? Let’s find out.
#2 Roman Reigns and Jey Uso hunt for next prey on WWE SmackDown
At WWE Hell in a Cell 2020, Roman Reigns and Jey Uso locked horns in a brutal match inside the monstrous steel structure. The final moments of the match saw Jey Uso utter the words ‘I Quit’. After that, both cousins reunited on WWE SmackDown where Reigns told Jey that the later needs to stand behind the ‘Tribal Chief’ if he wishes to stay on the blue brand.
Later that night, Jey Uso locked horns with Daniel Bryan in the main event of the show. This was a qualifier to determine a member of WWE SmackDown’s Survivor Series team. Jey Uso went on to win that match, but that was not enough. Roman Reigns walked out and ordered Jey to attack Bryan. He then obliged and laid down a vicious attack on Jey Uso.
This marked the heel turn of Jey Uso who is now going to be by the side of Roman Reigns on WWE SmackDown. It will be interesting to see who will emerge as the prime target for the two.
#3 Sasha Banks puts her WWE SmackDown Women’s Championship on the line
At Hell in a Cell 2020, Sasha Banks defeated Bayley to become the WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion for the first time. She was then challenged for a title rematch last week. Tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown will witness Banks put her gold on the line in a rematch against her former best friend.
Bayley believes that Sasha Banks is not fit to represent WWE SmackDown at Survivor Series. Hence, she wants to reclaim her title and face Asuka later this month. Given Banks’ history with title victories, it is possible for Banks to lose the title less than a month after her reign began.
But this time there is a higher chance of Banks retaining her championship on WWE SmackDown this week. With Survivor Series right around the corner, there’s a chance of Bayley leading WWE SmackDown Women’s team at the upcoming PPV. But tonight’s match should do more than enough to confirm if WWE are planning to book an extended feud between the two.
#4 Who will be Sami Zayn’s next challenger on WWE SmackDown?
After making his return to WWE SmackDown, Sami Zayn convincingly defeated Jeff Hardy and AJ Styles to establish himself as the ‘undisputed’ Intercontinental Champion. He is now set to face United States Champion Bobby Lashley at Survivor Series. Sami Zayn, though, is in dire need of good challengers for his title on the Blue brand.
While Zayn is an entertaining and a deserving champion, that could change quickly if he is not in interesting feuds. That can be easily avoided if he is booked in a few compelling title feuds before ultimately dropping his title. WWE SmackDown have a lot of Superstars who can compete for the championship and eventually elevate their position on the main roster.
More than that, there are several individuals who can use a good run with the Intercontinental Championship on WWE SmackDown before they are pushed into the world title picture. But more than anything, the creative need to book good rivalries for Sami Zayn to ensure that a Superstar as talented as him is not lost in the mix.
#5 Determining more members of WWE SmackDown’s Survivor Series team
Kevin Owens and Jey Uso are the two Superstars who have been confirmed for the men’s team at Survivor Series whereas the women’s team has Bianca Belair. This week’s episode of WWE SmackDown is expected to add more names to both the teams that will fight for the Blue brand in the traditional 5-on-5 match at the upcoming PPV.
It is expected that the likes of Big E and Otis will join the men’s team whereas Carmella or Bayley will eventually find a spot for themselves in the women’s team. RAW is looking strong ahead of the PPV, and WWE SmackDown really have to step up their game if they want to be perceived as a genuine threat at Survivor Series.
With only two weeks to go, WWE SmackDown have a lot to do ahead of the last big PPV of the year. From witnessing the final chapters of old rivalries to the beginning of new ones, while navigating their way through the inevitable attacks from the other brand, there could be a lot in store for fans on this week's SmackDown.
