Predicting the Mixed Match Challenge

Summary and Looking Forward

Teams advancing to the Second Round:

Raw: Sasha Banks and Finn Balor, Asuka and the Miz, Braun Strowman and Alexa Bliss, Bayley and Elias

Smackdown: Jimmy Uso and Naomi, Bobby Roode and Charlotte Flair

Second round match-up predictions will be delayed for two reasons: firstly, if Asuka does not win the Royal Rumble, it means WWE is okay with her losing non-singles matches as long as she is not the one pinned or submitted; secondly, we will have Royal Rumble winners which will be a factor in booking decisions. Moving forward, coupled with the fact that there is a chance for a fan favorite team to come back and compete in the semi finals, you have a lot that can change in six weeks.