The road to Survivor Series: WarGames has officially begun. Following Crown Jewel, there remain several unanswered questions from the WWE Universe. Therefore, the upcoming 8/11 episode of SmackDown will provide clarity regarding the next chapter for many top stars.
As of writing, WWE has yet to announce a single match that will take place on the show. However, it was confirmed on this week’s Raw episode that Sami Zayn, The Usos, and Roman Reigns would meet on SmackDown. Jey Uso stated that all four members of the OG Bloodline will solve their differences this coming Friday.
WWE has advertised the likes of Cody Rhodes, LA Knight, and Nia Jax for the show. Set to emanate from the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY, here are five things that could take place on this week’s SmackDown:RELATED“We don’t see each other too often,” Tiffany Stratton makes SHOCKING claim about her boyfriend, responds whether she’d like to work with him on WWE TVTiffany Stratton cashes in her Money in the Bank contract on Nia JaxOn Saturday, Nia Jax failed to become the inaugural Crown Jewel Champion. And the WWE Women’s Champion can blame her friend, Tiffany Stratton, for that.
Despite Jax ordering her otherwise, Stratton interfered in her bout against Liv Morgan. Moreover, Stratton attempted to cash in on both champions at the same time. Tiffany Stratton and Nia Jax (via- WWE)Jax caught wind of it and sent The Buff Barbie back.
However, the latter remained at ringside, inadvertently distracting Jax and costing her the match. On SmackDown, things could turn ugly between both friends. As such, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Stratton finally turn on The Irresistible Force and cash in her MITB contract.
Roman Reigns refuses to apologize for his actionsThe Bloodline civil war is heating up, as the OG faction is set to meet on SmackDown. At Crown Jewel, Sami Zayn came out to save Jey Uso from a beatdown at the hands of Solo Sikoa‘s group. However, things went south quickly.
Zayn inadvertently knocked down Reigns while attempting a Helluva Kick on Sikoa. The former Honorary Uce didn’t show remorse for doing so, walking away from the ring. Sami Zayn and The Bloodline (via WWE)Along with Zayn, Reigns hasn’t apologized to Jey for his actions.
Therefore, the duo will be hoping for The OTC to explain himself on SmackDown. Despite that, it will be difficult for Reigns to say sorry to Zayn and Jey. In fact, the Head of the Table’s pride might not allow him to treat the duo as his equals.
Nonetheless, it will be interesting to see what transpires on this week’s SmackDown. SmackDown GM Nick Aldis suspends Randy Orton for his actions at Crown JewelThe scheduled bout between Randy Orton and Kevin Owens at Crown Jewel didn’t take place. Instead, the two men brawled throughout the arena.
Even referees and officials weren’t safe from the chaos, as both Orton and Owens laid their hands on them. Notably, The Viper delivered an RKO on Raw general manager Adam Pearce, which he did not take too kindly to. Nick Aldis and Randy Orton (via X)This might prompt SmackDown GM Nick Aldis to take a severe step toward punishing Orton.
The latter has already been fined for previously laying his hands on Aldis. This time, Aldis could teach The Apex Predator a lesson by suspending him indefinitely. Meanwhile, Owens can also suffer the same fate as he delivered a Stunner on a referee during the brawl at Crown Jewel.
RELATED“Kill em all,” 36-year-old star breaks silence after destroying multiple top stars and wreaking havoc on RawLogan Paul makes surprising return on SmackDownSince losing the US Title to LA Knight at SummerSlam, Logan Paul has been absent from WWE television. Paul was on paternity leave, as his wife gave birth to their first child more than a month ago. In a recent update, The Maverick said he might not appear until next year’s WrestleMania.
However, it could very well be a ruse to add to the element of surprise of his return. Logan Paul (via WWE)Knight successfully defended the United States Championship at Crown Jewel and will look to move on to his next challenge. As such, Paul can return to reclaim the title he lost.
Other than that, the social media megastar can insert himself in The Bloodline storyline. Paul teased a future showdown with Jacob Fatu, hyping it as a ‘dream’ match. Kevin Owens brutalizes Cody Rhodes; sends him to hospitalAfter winning the Crown Jewel Championship, Cody Rhodes will look to shift focus to more important things.
Most notably, his ongoing conflict with former friend Kevin Owens. The latter turned on Rhodes when he attacked the Undisputed WWE Champion in the parking lot after Bad Blood. Randy Orton got involved in the turmoil, leading to the aforementioned chaotic brawl at Crown Jewel.
Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens (via WWE)On SmackDown, Rhodes can finally confront KO face-to-face about his recent actions. Although The American Nightmare will try to exact revenge on Owens, he might fall into a trap. After all, The Prizefighter has been one step ahead in this rivalry.
To send a bold message, Owens will ensure that he annihilates Rhodes to the point that he is sent packing in an ambulance.
