5 Reasons why Drake Maverick became the new WWE 24/7 Champion on SmackDown Live

Maverick captured his fifth 24/7 Championship reign this week on SmackDown Live.
Maverick captured his fifth 24/7 Championship reign this week on SmackDown Live.

#3 Because he's going to lose his job as 205 Live General Manager

Maverick could find himself the victim of those two words by Mr. McMahon.
Maverick could find himself the victim of those two words by Mr. McMahon.

In January 2018, Drake Maverick made a shocking debut in the WWE, being revealed as the General Manager of 205 Live by then-SmackDown Live General Manager, Daniel Bryan.

In the time since his arrival in the WWE, Maverick has tried his very best to make the Purple brand must-see TV, and has often been successful.

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Since the 24/7 title was unveiled earlier this year though, Maverick's focus has clearly changed.

Nowadays, it seems the only thing the British Superstar can think about is capturing the title, and now that he holds the gold again, the only thing he can think about is keeping it.

This could all lead to Maverick losing his job as the 205 Live GM, as the McMahons could cite his obsession with the green title negatively affecting the brand he is supposed to be in charge of.

Maverick being removed from his role as the 205 Live GM would obviously be a devastating blow for the champ, but could have a silver lining to it, as my next point will explain...

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