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The final WWE pay-per-view of the year, WWE TLC, is just a few hours away. There's no doubt that the card for tonight's show is stacked. Two high-stakes TLC matches, and the first-ever Firefly Fun House Inferno match, have the fans excited for the event.
To say that the road to tonight's show was bumpy would be an understatement. While certain feuds were built up phenomenally, others weren't fueled up to their full potential.
However, WWE has a chance to make things right by ensuring that every match on the WWE TLC card delivers. And for that, the right Superstar or team should come out of their match as the victor.
With that being said, here are five Superstars who desperately need to win at WWE TLC 2020.
#5 Carmella should win the SmackDown Women's Championship at WWE TLC
Carmella's WWE journey on the main roster has been quite eventful so far. Moreover, her credibility has skyrocketed with the gimmick she is currently portraying. To retain that credibility, she should walk out of WWE TLC as the new SmackDown Women's Champion.
This decision may upset the fans, since the majority of the WWE Universe is in favor of Sasha Banks having a lengthy reign with the title in question. However, since the reintroduction of Carmella, a depth has been observable in the blue brand's women's division.
And for the sustenance of this depth, top heels such as Carmella should be protected until they have enough momentum to put over a babyface and make their victory look special.
As for WWE TLC, the former Princess of the Staten Island doesn't even need to win clean. WWE can book a finish that involves Carmella walking out with the title without damaging Sasha Banks' ongoing run as the face of SmackDown's women's division. And to be fair, this is the finish that could benefit both Superstars in the long run.
#4 Drew McIntyre should retain the WWE Championship at WWE TLC 2020
Before he puts his title on the line at WWE TLC, it should be mentioned how 2020 has been the year of Drew McIntyre. The Scottish Warrior kicked off this year with a face turn and a Royal Rumble victory. He then went on to WrestleMania 36 and defeated Brock Lesnar to win his first WWE Championship.
Since then, Drew McIntyre has defended, lost, and regained his WWE title. Since WrestleMania 36, he has defeated the likes of Bobby Lashley, Randy Orton, Seth Rollins, etc.
At WWE TLC, he steps into the ring with one of the best performers of all time, AJ Styles. However, the odds are completely stacked against Drew McIntyre as he looks to close 2020 as the WWE Champion.
Not only will Drew McIntyre find himself standing toe to toe with one of the most decorated wrestling Superstars of the last 15 years, but he will also have to worry about AJ Styles' gigantic bodyguard, Omos.
And if that wasn't enough, the match in question will be contested under TLC rules. Even though things aren't looking good for McIntyre tonight, he must find a way to secure a victory and go on to rekindle his rivalry with Sheamus.
The inevitable McIntyre/Sheamus feud needs the WWE title involved to add stakes to it.
#3 Roman Reigns should decimate Kevin Owens at WWE TLC
While the outcome of Roman Reigns vs. Kevin Owens at WWE TLC is predictable, there's no doubt that this bout has all the tools to emerge as the match of the night. However, WWE needs to be extra careful with this contest.
Currently, Roman Reigns has been on the run of his career. Every match, segment, and angle he gets involved in turns out to be a major hit. Last month at WWE Survivor Series, he defeated Drew McIntyre with a small assist from his cousin, Jey Uso.
Jey Uso has had a steady presence in the Reigns/Owens feud, but his involvement shouldn't be the reason behind the Tribal Chief's victory tonight at WWE TLC.
In order to head into Royal Rumble season with maximum momentum on his side, Roman Reigns needs to look unstoppable tonight.
Not only should the two-time Universal Champion defeat Kevin Owens tonight, but he should also "make him understand." In short, Roman Reigns should make it look like Kevin Owens never had a chance. What better way to do that than by using Tables, Ladders and Chairs?
#2 The Hurt Business MUST win the RAW Tag Team Championship at WWE TLC
The Hurt Business has been one of WWE's most well-booked factions of the current era. For starters, it has allowed Bobby Lashley to regain his reputation as the Destroyer. Moreover, tonight at WWE TLC, Shelton Benjamin and Cedric Alexander have got a chance to add more gold to the faction.
The resident tag team of The Hurt Business will be challenging The New Day for the RAW Tag Team Championship at WWE TLC. These two teams have been feuding for over a month now. And despite coming close in the past, Benjamin and Alexander haven't been able to capture the tag straps.
A loss tonight will not only put Benjamin and Alexander out of the tag title contention, but it will also damage the credibility of The Hurt Business.
Moreover, with the United States and the Tag Team Championships in their possession, The Hurt Business will appear as a powerful faction.
So, even though the match in question will be a sure-shot banger, The Hurt Business should win the RAW Tag Team Championships at any cost at WWE TLC.
#1 The Fiend should prevail at WWE TLC
One of the most exciting feuds going into WWE TLC is the one between Randy Orton and Bray Wyatt/The Fiend. And there are many reasons for it.
First of all, Orton and Wyatt have feuded in the past and their current rivalry is a continuation of their 2017 encounters. Moreover, both Superstars have had a tremendous 2020. So, their collision is definitely giving fans a big-fight feel.
Tonight's Firefly Fun House Inferno match will give the three-time World Champion a chance to avenge his WWE WrestleMania 33 loss against The Viper. Apart from that, tonight's match will also see The Fiend completing his face turn.
While it's true that both Superstars need the win to look strong going into 2021, Randy Orton can rebound from this loss better than The New Face of Fear. In short, Bray Wyatt has much more to lose than WWE's resident legend killer.
And the stipulation of the bout gives The Fiend a huge advantage over Orton, so he better walk out with a victory and change Randy Orton for good.
