5 Things that could happen on the final WWE SmackDown before WrestleMania – RAW stars invade, betrayal, and more

As the Road to WrestleMania XL nears its end, WWE’s final stop is this Friday’s edition of SmackDown. The excitement for ‘Mania is already at an all-time high, but there may be more unexpected moments in store for the WWE Universe this week.

At WrestleMania XL, there are multiple title matches and unresolved rivalries that require resolution. The promotion has the opportunity to add excitement to certain matches at The Showcase of the Immortals during this Friday’s event.

On this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown, five potential events are as follows:

#5. Damage CTRL’s Potential Retaliation Against WWE SmackDown

During last week’s episode of SmackDown, it was revealed that Jade Cargill will be competing at WrestleMania. The ex-AEW athlete will be joining forces with Bianca Belair and Naomi to take on Damage CTRL. Cargill made a memorable debut on the show and also made a surprise appearance in the closing moments.

After The EST defeated Dakota Kai in a singles match, she was aided by Naomi and Bianca Belair. It is possible that Damage CTRL is planning to seek retribution and may target Jade Cargill this week.

Despite Cargill’s impressive skills, the heel faction may attempt to weaken her before their six-woman tag team match on Night One of WWE WrestleMania.

#4. Potential Clash between AJ Styles and LA Knight

The animosity between LA Knight and AJ Styles has intensified in recent months. In February, The Phenomenal One traveled to Australia to interfere in the Men’s Elimination Chamber match, preventing LA Knight from emerging victorious.

The Megastar has countered by visiting AJ Style’s residence and ambushing him while disguised as a security guard in recent times. Styles may attempt to deceive Knight by appearing absent on Friday, only to launch a surprise attack on him during WWE SmackDown.

#3. A Bold Statement: The Pride’s Potential Message to The Final Testament

The ongoing feud between The Pride and The Final Testament has been intensifying for several months. SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis has just revealed that the two factions will engage in a brutal Philadelphia Street Fight at this weekend’s WrestleMania XL event.

The Final Testament had a significant impact on the Street Profits’ chances of qualifying for the six-pack challenge for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships at WrestleMania on Friday night. Grayson Waller and Austin Theory were able to secure a win thanks to the interference of the heel faction during the match.

Following the match, The Final Testament launched a vicious attack on Bobby Lashley, Montez Ford, and Angelo Dawkins. The Pride may potentially arrive on the blue brand armed with weapons to confront The Final Testament on the last episode of SmackDown before their highly anticipated Street Fight at The Show of Shows.

#2. The Revival and Kevin Owens could target WWE SmackDown’s top talent

After this week’s episode of WWE RAW, The Rock and Roman Reigns launched a surprise attack on Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes. The American Nightmare and The Visionary may be devising a plan to retaliate on the blue brand this Friday night.

The possibility of Rhodes and Rollins appearing and targeting any member of the Bloodline who happens to be present in the venue serves as a warning to the faction before WWE WrestleMania. On Night One of the event, The Rock and Roman Reigns of the Bloodline will face off against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins in a tag team match. Should the Bloodline emerge victorious, the highly-anticipated Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes on the following night will be conducted under the rules of the Bloodline.

It is highly probable that Cody Rhodes is eager to face The Tribal Chief in a match free from any external disruptions, while Seth Rollins is resolute in his goal to defeat The Bloodline. There is a possibility that the two RAW competitors may invade SmackDown this Friday and target any members of The Bloodline they can confront before WrestleMania.

#1. Could Kevin Owens turn on Randy Orton?

Despite their shared animosity towards United States Champion Logan Paul, Kevin Owens and Randy Orton’s friendship may be in jeopardy as WrestleMania approaches. The duo joined forces to face off against Pretty Deadly during last Friday’s SmackDown, but their efforts were thwarted by The Maverick’s interference, resulting in a loss.

This weekend at WrestleMania, Logan Paul will be putting his United States Championship on the line in a Triple Threat match against Kevin Owens and Randy Orton. Although they may currently be in agreement, both KO and Orton have a strong desire to claim the championship for themselves.

Despite coming close at the Royal Rumble earlier this year, Kevin Owens was ultimately disqualified when Logan Paul brought brass knuckles into the ring. In an attempt to send a message before their upcoming title match at WrestleMania, the Prizefighter may choose to target The Viper on WWE SmackDown, reminding him that it will be every man for himself in the ring.