5 reasons why WWE SmackDown is now better than RAW

#4 SmackDown's mid-card title is better booked than RAW's

This new Apollo Crews has been incredible.He finally found the confidence that he needed for years and its showing.If he was to dethrone Big E I would not mind at all, this character has been great and they should go all out with it #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/cidBqgxcty

— e.k.o. (@ekowrestling88) March 6, 2021

SmackDown's Intercontinental title picture is one of the best-booked storylines currently on the Blue brand. While Apollo Crews' new gimmick was initially met with skepticism by fans, it has since won them over.

The pairing of Crews with Commander Azeez has made him more compelling. Chasing the title, Big E has found his footing as a solo star on the SmackDown roster.

Meanwhile, the addition of Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens to the title picture has added just enough uncertainty to keep things interesting. The matches have not been repetitive, as SmackDown's booking keeps changing as and when required.

RAW's booking of the United States Championship, on the other hand, has been iffy at best, and criminal at worst. Before WrestleMania, WWE needed Bobby Lashley to drop the title. Riddle was chosen to win the belt after original pick Keith Lee needed time off.

It was clear over the next few weeks that despite some wins, WWE didn't think much of Riddle as a champion. Sheamus has now claimed the title after defeating him. He is looking to bring back a certain level of legitimacy by challenging stars week to week.

If this booking continues, the United States title could become a major player, but it will take some time to forget the damage done by Riddle's brief title reign.