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WWE programming has seen some trying days lately. But it seems like with the new executive directors taking charge, things may be changing for the better.
This week saw a number of Superstars return, as well as some others create memorable moments, all things that helped the company with the ratings.
As our featured writer Daniel Wood reported that this week's ratings saw a rise over the last couple of weeks.
With that in mind, we decided to round up the moments that stood out for us... and possibly for you, as well.
So without further ado, let's get down to it:
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#3 Cross Branded 10-Man Battle Royal
This segment may not have been lauded by the viewing audience at that moment, but it was the opening promo of the genius Paul Heyman that got the fans excited to see how this would pan out. The performers in this match had a mix of new and old.
Whether it was Randy Orton, Bobby Lashley or Cesaro, the performance by these 10 Superstars between the ropes set the tone for some amazing action and this was the talking point during the three-hour program along with the surprise at point No.1.
The fact that the company delivered on both brands and gave us some compelling moments that were worth the time was a great thing.
Not only did the fans get their weekly dose of amazing action and entertainment, but they are also compelled to switch on to next week's RAW and SmackDown Live as some of the returns have changed the complexion of the roster for good.
#2 Shane McMahon stunned by KO
If you were to ask me, the start and the end of this week's SmackDown was the best one could have asked for. This has nothing to do with the fact that I am a huge admirer of Steve Austin and his contribution to the business.
The fact that Kevin Owens started the show with a backstage segment and then topped it up with a Stunner to Shane McMahon after the conclusion of the town hall was the perfect buildup for this week's show.
The end was even better as he took out his adversary in the ring and the self-proclaimed 'Best In The World' with the same move twice in one night.
This elevates his character and puts the SmackDown Live roster on the map because it was that good.
The final one on the list is the best thing that happened this week on Monday Night Raw.
#1 'The Fiend' is here
After months of Firefly Fun House promos and backstage moments where the characters from his segment would be seen stalking WWE Superstars, Bray Wyatt finally got his way back to RAW.
The fact that there were speculations going on for long about his impending return only added to the overall mystique of his new character, The Fiend, and how or what it would be like.
This fight between Finn Balor and Bray Wyatt has the potential to be the best thing on WWE TV. The only reason why this is the most important and loved aspect is that one would have to see how Bray Wyatt reveals more aspects to his character as time rolls on in the following weeks.
After all, we have been waiting to hear him and what caused the transformation from The Eater of Worlds to The Fiend.
Any other segment that you thought was great? Sound off in the comments.
