5 things WWE subtly told us on Monday Night Raw (3 December 2018)

#3 Drew McIntyre versus Finn Balor will determine the #1 contender

This match was already in the making, but this attack by Drew McIntyre backstage has set the tone for the #1 contender match to be held at WWE TLC. The two wrestlers in this match are the only worthy contenders for the WWE Universal Championship.

At this juncture, we don't see any feuds Finn Balor is involved in, or any enemies he has in the back except Drew McIntyre, while the latter has a foe in Dolph Ziggler. This factor will come into play on 16 December as Finn Balor would challenge Drew McIntyre to not only put the WWE Universal Championship opportunity at Royal Rumble on the line, but also Baron Corbin's job during their match at WWE TLC.

This would be the most suitable replacement for Braun Strowman who will have a major role to play during the match at the pay-per-view.