4 huge swerves WWE could pull off this summer

The WWE is a soap opera, full of wacky characters, ongoing storylines and entertaining action. And like any good soap opera, part of the company's success relies on swerves, shocking twists that keep an audience hooked and tuning in.

A good swerve is a thing of beauty in WWE, as fans can get rabidly excited for both the swerve as well as what comes next. As we approach the summer, it's clear that WWE will be planning something big to keep fans hooked during the long days.

Over the years, summer has been a crucial month for WWE, as fans have seen everything for the Brand Extension in 2016, to Roman Reigns finally toppling Brock Lesnar for the Universal title at Summerslam last year.

Here are four huge swerves the WWE could pull off this summer, and how they'd be able to do it.

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#4 An NXT invasion

An NXT Invasion led by Triple H could be epic

It's no secret that WWE aren't doing so great right now, and whilst the company is still comfortably the biggest Sports Entertainment juggernaut in the world, AEW is consistently on the rise.

To counter this, WWE could have a huge swerve in the form of an invasion, as Superstars from NXT could jump to the main roster and have their sights set on the top. Something like this occurred in 2010, and though Nexus leader Wade Barrett never did capture the WWE title during his tenure, there were many times when it looked like he could.

As for who would lead this invasion, the Undisputed Era seems like a good choice, as the chances of the group coming to the main roster soon seem likelier and likelier with each passing month.

NXT has consistently been seen as the best thing in WWE, so having them help the main roster is a grand idea.

#3 Ronda Rousey returns

Rousey as RAW Women's Champion at Summerslam 2018

Ronda Rousey hasn't been seen on WWE TV since WrestleMania 35, and her absence has been noticed. A former RAW Women's Champion, Rousey suffered an injury during her Mania main event, which has forced the Hot Rod to take time off.

At Summerslam 2018, Rousey captured the title from Alexa Bliss and having the former champion return at this year's event could be a huge shock. Perhaps Rousey could reignite her rivalry with current RAW Women's Champion Becky Lynch, who took the title from her at WrestleMania.

Or, if Lynch is to lose the title before then, perhaps to Lacey Evans, Rousey could set her sights on regaining the gold that she held longer than any other single reign before her.

Either way, a Rousey return could be huge for WWE, especially with the FOX move drawing near.

2: Brock Lesnar loses MITB to someone else

Brock Lesnar as Mr. Money in the Bank 2019.

From the moment WWE had Brock Lesnar win the Money in the Bank contract, the company backed themselves into a corner.

Lesnar winning was lambasted by the fans, who really don't want to see the Beast have another lengthy title reign where he barely appears.

On the other hand, having Lesnar cash-in and lose wouldn't be great either, as both the 2017 and 2018 Men's MITB winners lost their cash-in matches, and it's becoming an unfortunate trend.

A possible solution could have Lesnar put the contract on the line, and lose it in a shocking upset.

Even a young star like Ali could be the one to take the contract, as a No-DQ stipulation could see a locker-room revolution, as the entire WWE roster stands up to a Superstar who has tormented them for years.

1: Shane McMahon WWE Champion

The Best in the World could be champion this year.

Okay, I know this is going to get a lot of flack, but I have no problem with Shane McMahon being WWE Champion.

The guy is a heel, a heel who is booed. That is a rare commodity in these days of Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn.

Despite his age, Shane has shown himself capable in matches, and with his powers as a McMahon, could create an epic situation where he'd be book himself into the title picture.

People have said that Shane as champion would 'disrespect' the title, but let's not forget that this is gold held by some less than stellar stars. Looking at you Diesel.

Shane as Champion could be a shocking, fun, entertaining adventure, as Kofi and other faces feel the need to push back against the powers that be, once again.