It’s been one week since the epic WWE WrestleMania 40, and the landscape of both RAW and SmackDown has undergone significant shifts. As the WWE universe continues to buzz with excitement, both brands are gearing up to deliver electrifying showdowns.
WWE RAW showdown: Sami Zayn vs Chad Gable for the IC title, Sheamus’s return, and more!
WWE RAW will take place at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The new WWE Undisputed Champion, Cody Rhodes, is scheduled to appear on the red brand. As Rhodes’s next challenger is set to be determined on SmackDown this week, all eyes are on RAW to hear what the champion has to say.
Last week on RAW, tensions escalated as Liv Morgan attacked Rhea Ripley backstage with a chair. Ripley is set to address the attack on RAW. In a blockbuster announcement, Sami Zayn has offered Chad Gable a shot at the Intercontinental Championship in Zayn’s hometown of Montreal. This matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter especially after Gable helped Zayn in preparing for his WrestleMania 40 match against Gunther.
The anticipation mounts as WWE teases the return of the Celtic Warrior, Sheamus. Fans are eagerly waiting for Sheamus’s comeback. The anticipation is high as he is set to make his return on RAW. It will be interesting to see what Sheamus has to say, considering he is coming back after a long hiatus.
Additionally, the women’s division is set for explosive tag team action with Candice LeRae & Indi Hartwell taking on Maxxine Dupri & Ivy Nile, as well as Chelsea Green & Piper Niven facing off against Kayden & Katana.
Last week, Jey Uso emerged victorious in the number one contender match. He earned an opportunity to face Damien Priest for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at Backlash. However, this week on RAW, Uso is slated to go head-to-head with Finn Balor.
On WWE RAW last week, CM Punk’s actions resulted in Drew McIntyre losing his shot at the title. With Punk’s history of affecting McIntyre’s championship pursuits, the WWE universe is curious to see what’s next for McIntyre.
WWE SmackDown showdown: LA Knight vs AJ Styles, Bayley’s title defense, tag team clash
WWE SmackDown is gearing up for a night of intense competition at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. The blue brand is set to feature mega-matches that will determine the future direction of SmackDown.
In a huge anticipated showdown, AJ Styles will take on LA Knight in a singles fit. Both superstars emerged successful in their respective triple chance suits. The winner of this suit will earn an opportunity for Cody Rhodes’s WWE identity at WWE Backlash.
The Women’s Championship will also be on the line as Bayley defends her newly won title against Naomi. The stakes are high as Naomi looks to reclaim the championship in what promises to be a hard-hitting encounter.
Another night highlight will be a tag team clash featuring The Street Profits, New Catch Republic, Legado Del Fantasma, and Authors Of Pain. The winning team will earn the first title shot at the new SmackDown Tag-Team Champions, A-Town Down Under.
Furthermore, as tensions within The Bloodline continue to grow, Solo Sikoa asserts himself, leading to an attack on Jimmy Uso. This development hints at possible shifts in power and authority in the faction is changing. Moreover, the recent addition of Tama Tonga to The Bloodline has introduced a new layer of complexity to the faction leadership.
With both RAW and SmackDown creating more anticipation and excitement, the WWE universe can expect a week of unforgettable moments and intense rivalries as the fallout from WrestleMania 40 continues to unfold.
