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It was the final episode of SmackDown before heading to Saudi Arabia next week. Well, the show didn't fail to hype Super ShowDown, as SmackDown produced an exciting episode this week with a few good matches.
The show started with an Eight-Man Tag Team match. The Usos and The New Day stood tall by beating John Morrison, The Miz, Dolph Ziggler, and Robert Roode.
Naomi punched her ticket for Super ShowDown, beating Carmella in a hard-fought battle. Braun Strowman and Elias teamed up to defeat the team of Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro. Daniel Bryan defeated Heath Slater for the second time in two weeks. Goldberg was present in the arena this week, and he had an intense face-off with The Fiend.
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In this article, we take a look at four hints WWE dropped on SmackDown this week.
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#4 Sonya Deville could have a huge role in Mandy Rose and Otis' storyline
Mandy Rose, broke the heart of the Heavy Machinery member who was supposed to go on a date with him on Valentine's Day. Instead, she ended up going on a date with Dolph Ziggler, which wasn't taken well by Otis.
Otis was late for the date, which allowed Ziggler to take his spot. Otis' tag team partner Tucker met Mandy Rose in the backstage area this week. Tucker explained to Rose how heartbroken Otis was after the incident last week. However, Sonya Deville dropped a hint by favoring Ziggler and dissing Otis.
It was unclear who sent Ziggler to replace Otis last week. Could it be Sonya Deville? Watching the segment on SmackDown this week, it is certainly possible. Deville might refrain Rose from dating Otis, which could break Fire and Desire in the future.
#3 Drew Gulak might have a feud with Daniel Bryan
Drew Gulak, the former Cruiserweight Champion, hasn't been used well since moving to SmackDown. Losing to Braun Strowman in the initial part of his career on the Blue Brand, Gulak certainly lost the reputation he had built as holder of the Cruiserweight Championship. After taking a hiatus, Gulak returned to WWE TV this week, and his fortune might alter this time.
Drew Gulak confronted Daniel Bryan on SmackDown, offering to help the former WWE Champion after his loss to The Fiend. However, Heath Slater interrupted the segment and demanded a rematch, which was eventually won by Daniel Bryan. Drew Gulak sat down in the ringside and closely observed Bryan. Gulak also told Slater not to use high-flying moves, but the latter didn't listen.
Gulak certainly hinted that his eyes were set on Bryan, and we might see a feud between the two men. Given the talent Gulak has in the squared circle, he certainly deserves to get a better run, and he could tear the house down against Bryan. An impressive rivalry with Bryan could help Gulak establish his name on the Blue Brand.
#2 The Intercontinental Championship might not be on the line at Super ShowDown
A number of major titles will be defended at Super ShowDown, including the WWE Championship and the Universal Championship. Moreover, the SmackDown Tag Team Titles and the RAW Tag Team Titles will be on the line as well. Even though it was the final SmackDown before Super ShowDown, WWE didn't announce the Intercontinental Championship match.
Braun Strowman, the Intercontinental Champion, teamed up with Elias this week, competing in the Symphony of Destruction Falls Count Anywhere match. They wrestled with Nakamura and Cesaro. It was certainly the best match of the night, and the team of Strowman and Elias picked up the victory.
While the fans were expecting an announcement for the Intercontinental Championship match at Super ShowDown, it didn't happen.
When Nakamura was the Intercontinental Champion, the belt wasn't defended in the past few pay-per-views, including Royal Rumble. As a matter of fact, the belt changed hands on an episode of SmackDown, when Strowman pinned Nakamura. Although WWE could make a last-minute announcement, it is unlikely to happen.
#1 The Fiend will retain the title
The expectations were high when Goldberg showed up on SmackDown this week. The former Universal Champion was present through satellite two weeks ago, but he made his presence felt in the arena this week. With less than two weeks left for the mega clash between Goldberg and The Fiend, the former was talking about his upcoming battle.
While discussing his approach for the match, he was interrupted by Bray Wyatt himself. While Wyatt tried playing his mind games with the Firefly House members, Goldberg didn't seem to be interested in it and then The Fiend abruptly showed up, standing behind Goldberg.
However, Goldberg didn't look intimidated by The Fiend, and the latter was taken down by a vicious Spear. It was an unusual sight, considering The Fiend usually dominates his opponents.
Goldberg certainly proved again that he will be the biggest threat to The Fiend. Whenever a Superstar stands tall before the actual match takes place, he usually loses the original match. Given the past history of WWE, The Fiend should retain his belt in Saudi Arabia.
