3 Reasons why Kevin Owens should turn heel on WWE SmackDown this week

Kevin Owens is among the most favored WWE stars on the SmackDown roster. The multi-time champion has been with the company for over a decade and accomplished notable achievements.

The 40-year-old seems to be stuck in a lurch after the scathing match with Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship a few weeks ago. On the upcoming edition of SmackDown, KO will team up with a mystery partner against Austin Theory and Grayson Waller.

KO has been a face in the company for a while now, and recent bookings have given him the perfect stage for a heel turn. Let's dive into why he should turn to the 'dark side.'

#3. If Randy Orton returns on SmackDown, KO needs to ensure his spot isn't overshadowed

Based on the stipulation set for his title match at Bash in Berlin, Randy Orton would have stayed on RAW if he had won the World Heavyweight Championship.

After the intense showdown, The Viper has been absent from WWE television. The season premiere's hype could see Orton pick up where he left off, teasing a potential betrayal against Cody Rhodes.

Randy Orton and Kevin Owens worked together in Team Cody Rhodes against The Bloodline. KO got the title shot at Bash in Berlin in a rather unperceptive order. Rhodes handed him an opportunity, citing that Kevin Owens deserved it.

If Randy Orton returns to SmackDown, Kevin Owens could greet him initially but attack him out of frustration. This would set up a potential match between the two at Bad Blood.

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#2. Revenge for losing to Cody Rhodes and feuding with Austin Theory & Grayson Waller AGAIN!

At Bash in Berlin last month, Kevin Owens faced Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship but failed to capture gold. Many fans speculated about a heel turn and betrayal on Rhodes, but that did not happen.

On the following edition of SmackDown, he was booked to feud with Austin Theory and Grayson Waller. The duo had harassed him earlier in the year, and a feud ensued. While things seemed to be concluded and matters dealt with, it seemed distasteful to have KO back in a somewhat aimless rivalry.

Kevin Owens has a lot of anger and issues that need to be addressed as soon as possible. And rightfully so. After improperly booking against Theory and Waller again and losing a title shot that was practically handed to him, Kevin Owens needs to turn heel, and what better place to do it than at a memorable platform like the season premiere of SmackDown?

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#1. Portrayal of the bad guy boosted his WWE career

Kevin Owens made his WWE main roster debut on RAW in 2015. The then NXT Champion responded to John Cena's open challenge for the United States Championship.

His mic skills and wrestling fervor soon made him popular with the WWE Universe. KO's ability to verbally challenge his opponents warmed him up to fans. A few years ago, Owens was a heel when he attacked Kofi Kingston, setting eyes on the WWE Title.

A couple of years later, he reunited with his real-life friend, Sami Zayn, to take down the menacing members of The Bloodline. The Canadian duo went on to become Tag Team Champions.

If previous indications have been significant, it is vital to note how Kevin Owens as a heel musters a huge dynamic transition for SmackDown, especially in the season premiere.