3 Raw vs SmackDown dream matches that would be amazing to watch

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Raw and SmackDown Live

Raw and SmackDown Live are the two main active television brands on WWE programming today. Raw runs for 3 hours and is run by (Acting) General Manager Baron Corbin, and Stephanie McMahon whereas SmackDown Live runs for two hours and is run by General Manager Paige and Shane McMahon.

Needless to say, Raw and SmackDown Live have incredibly stacked and talented rosters. Raw boasts the likes of Roman Reigns, Kevin Owens, Seth Rollins, Braun Strowman etc. On the other hand, SmackDown Live possesses talents like AJ Styles, Daniel Bryan, The Miz, Samoa Joe, etc.

However, ever since the brand-split came into effect in 2016, many debutantes, returning stars, and NXT call-ups have been available to a specific brand, which has given rise to numerous inter-brand dream matches.

Nevertheless, here's a look at 3 Raw vs SmackDown Live dream matches that fans would love to see.


#3 Jeff Hardy vs Finn Balor

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Jeff Hardy and Finn Balor have teamed up in the past

Finn Balor is the most under-utilised and misused member of the Raw roster and would've been in a considerably better position on the blue brand. Jeff Hardy, a legend in his own right, has been a stepping stone on SmackDown Live for Shinsuke Nakamura and Randy Orton.

The two above mentioned stars are among the best high-flyers WWE has in the modern era. Hardy is known for his oozing charisma and high-octane offense, Balor has the same style too and has incredible charisma as well. Pairing these two together in a ring would create a historical moment and this match has the caliber of main-eventing any pay-per-view.

Furthermore, Hardy has expressed his desire to face 'The Demon King' before he retires, and his words of desire for Balor have instigated rumors of a match between the two superstars.

#2 Braun Strowman Vs Daniel Bryan

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Yes!Yes!Yes!

Daniel Bryan has made a career out of being a little under-dog and has personified the fact that size doesn't matter in WWE. Contrarily, Braun Strowman has been a wrecking ball as a singles star, tearing through the entire roster as a ferocious monster. This rivalry has the perfect 'David vs Goliath' saga feel WWE loves to do.

Bryan and Strowman have completely different styles, with Bryan showcasing technical prowess and high-flying maneuvers, and Strowman using his inhumane power and raw strength to dismantle his opponents. The two stars could tell an awesome story inside the ring, and this match has immense potential.

Although these two are on separate brands, there's a decent chance that they will square off in the future.

#1 AJ Styles Vs Seth Rollins

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The dream match of the century

AJ Styles is the current WWE Champion and has been the focal point of the blue brand for two years now. Seth Rollins is in the midst of the best year of his career and has quickly risen up the ranks on Raw in the past few months. In my opinion, these two talents are arguably the best in-ring performers of their respective brands.

Rollins and Styles have seldom crossed paths in the past. It's amazing that this is the biggest dream match WWE could do right now, and yet they haven't done it despite having numerous opportunities to do it.

Furthermore, Rollins expressed his desire to face Styles in a backstage interview this past April, and Styles has also suggested a dream show-down with 'The Architect'.

A five-star classic is inevitable if these two skilled performers ever cross paths. The chances of this match happening are very high as WWE has teased this match on different occasions.

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