As the road to WWE WrestleMania XL unfolds, excitement mounts, with this Friday’s SmackDown promising to be another pivotal step.
While marquee matches are already set for the grand event, numerous big-name stars still find themselves without a WrestleMania bout just days away from the spectacle.
Last week, Bianca Belair and Naomi fell victim to an attack by Damage CTRL, setting the stage for Belair to face Dakota Kai this Friday.
With spots up for grabs in the 6-Pack Challenge Ladder match at WrestleMania XL, Cody Rhodes might seek retribution following The Rock’s brutal assault on WWE RAW.
Here are five potential surprises that could unfold on this week’s WWE SmackDown:
#5. Bianca Belair and Naomi Eye WrestleMania Challenge
After last week’s assault, Bianca Belair could reconsider her stance on confronting Damage CTRL, possibly setting her sights on the Women’s Tag Team Championships at WrestleMania XL alongside Naomi.
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The duo’s recent bond on SmackDown could pave the way for a formidable team-up.
#4. Paul Ellering’s Interference Spells Trouble for The Street Profits
Having defeated The Authors of Pain, The Street Profits face Grayson Waller and Austin Theory in a crucial qualifying match.
With a cryptic warning from Paul Ellering looming, interference from the heel manager could thwart The Street Profits’ WrestleMania aspirations.
#3. AJ Styles Seeks Retribution Against LA Knight
The feud between AJ Styles and LA Knight intensifies as personal vendettas escalate.
Following Knight’s audacious intrusion at Styles’ home, a furious Styles may unleash his wrath on his adversary during this week’s SmackDown.
#2. Andrade & Dominik Mysterio Target the Latino World Order
With tensions rising between Andrade, Dominik Mysterio, and Rey Mysterio, a showdown seems imminent.
The duo’s backstage discussions and Dominik’s recent attack on his father suggest a potential assault on the Latino World Order, setting the stage for a high-stakes clash at WrestleMania XL.
#1. Cody Rhodes Seeks Revenge Against The Bloodline
Following The Rock’s vicious assault on Cody Rhodes, anticipation brews for retaliation.
Rhodes may seize the opportunity on SmackDown to strike back, targeting any member of The Bloodline as a message to The Rock ahead of WrestleMania XL.
With WrestleMania XL drawing closer, each development on SmackDown adds another layer of excitement to the grand event.
