Super ShowDown 2019 Preview: 2-Time WWE Champion returns, huge twist in MITB cash-in

WWE's first of two Saudi Arabia shows happens tonight or today (or even tomorrow), depending on which side of the world you're on. Hosting a PPV in a different time zone means that WWE have to adjust the timings quite a bit.

Moreover, one must remember that it is on a Friday, which means that we'll have a 15-minute (approximate) prayer break, where WWE will likely show another clip similar to last year. However, at the Greatest Royal Rumble, WWE was the subject of a bit of controversy due to using that time slot to showcase the progressiveness of Saudi Arabia.

Either way, this preview isn't about politics or culture. It's about WWE. And as they like to call it, it's a show "Equal to or bigger than WrestleMania". In terms of revenue? Absolutely. In terms of eyes on the show? Not even close.

Either way, the card is pretty decent from top-to-bottom and here's what you should look forward to at Jeddah! Also, we're going to see The Usos vs The Revival in the kickoff show.

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#9. Triple H vs Randy Orton

Triple H and Randy Orton are going to go head-to-head after a very long time. The two former Evolution members have so much history together that it would take quite a while for us to break it down.

But their paths have crossed many times before, including a WrestleMania main event ten years ago. There was no particular build to this match minus the face-to-face that they had on RAW.

It was a rather light-hearted exchange when you think about all the things they've said and done to each other. Their interaction was limited to talking about who has bigger testicles. In a way, it's symbolic of the two veterans' ego. Will this be the opening match? It could be.

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#8. Braun Strowman vs Bobby Lashley

On the last episode of RAW, Braun Strowman and Bobby Lashley had what may have been the greatest arm wrestling match in WWE history. It was simple, effective and Lashley seemingly got in Strowman's head.

The stakes aren't too high in this battle of behemoths, but what it will give the winner is momentum - something both Lashley and Strowman have been lacking for the entirety of 2019.

#7. 50-man Battle Royal

It's the largest battle royal in WWE history! Last year, we saw the biggest "Royal Rumble" match ever, which also included 50 men. The difference this time is that it won't be entry after entry. It'll start off with 50 men and only one can win.

There aren't any stakes in this one either, but expect this to be a fun match. AJ Styles returns from a brief injury to participate in this battle royal.

#6. Finn Balor (c) vs Andrade - Intercontinental Championship

The Demon King returns for the first time in two months! Andrade and Finn Balor have had quite an interesting rivalry. Andrade beat Finn Balor on an episode of RAW when he was drafted over and not long after, he found himself back on SmackDown. Balor was drafted to SmackDown too and he got a win back over Andrade.

With the scores tied at 1-1, it only makes sense for them to battle it out for the Intercontinental title. Will The Demon King prevail again or will Andrade cause the upset of the year?

#5. Lars Sullivan vs The Lucha House Party - 3-on-1 handicap match

Even with the numbers, the odds are against the LHP

Lars Sullivan has been a thorn in the side of the Lucha House Party, who he's picked on week after week after week. On RAW, the trio finally got the better of Sullivan, but it seems as though that was nothing more than a small moment of joy for them.

They face The Freak in a handicap match. Will they be able to contain him? We don't think so.

#4. Roman Reigns vs Shane McMahon

The Big Dog will look to shut Shane McMahon up

Shane McMahon, after winning his rivalry against The Miz, shifted focus to The Big Dog and former Universal Champion Roman Reigns. The odds have been significantly against Reigns, primarily due to the numbers.

For one, Shane McMahon has recruited Elias and Drew McIntyre to be his lackeys, even adding The Revival to his entourage on the latest episode of RAW. Drew McIntyre is confirmed to be at ringside, which makes it almost a certainty that he will be involved in some fashion or the other.

It won't be surprising to see Elias make an appearance as well along with The Revival. If The Revival come out, then Reigns' cousins The Usos will come out too. One thing is for sure - the match is going to be absolutely chaotic from bell to bell.

#3. Kofi Kingston (c) vs Dolph Ziggler - WWE Championship

Kofi Kingston and Dolph Ziggler renew an old rivalry

Kofi Kingston and Dolph Ziggler will go to battle for the WWE Championship. Looking at it when thinking about their past matches, it's absolutely crazy. They've competed against each other for the United States title, the Intercontinental title and now the biggest prize in the industry.

After Money in the Bank, Kofi Kingston seemingly got past his first rivalry, further cementing his legitimacy as WWE Champion. He even defeated Owens in a non-title match on SmackDown (and Sami Zayn too).

However, Big E was mysteriously attacked and then Kofi Kingston was brutally assaulted by a returning Dolph Ziggler. Ziggler has shown nothing but bitterness regarding Kofi Kingston, constantly using the line "It should have been me!".

Fans are 100% behind the WWE Champion and expect the Jeddah crowd to cheer him on against The Showoff.

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#2. Seth Rollins (c) vs Baron Corbin - Universal Championship

Baron Corbin finally found himself in contention for the biggest prize on RAW

After winning a Fatal-4-Way match, Baron Corbin cemented himself as the #1 contender for the Universal Championship and he'll be facing Seth Rollins at Super ShowDown.

However, the talk surrounding the match has nothing to do with Corbin. In fact, he's weirdly been an afterthought given how much Brock Lesnar has hogged the spotlight with his Money in the Bank briefcase/boombox.

WWE officials including Stephanie McMahon have openly condemned Lesnar for his treatment of the briefcase and approach with regards to cashing in. He said that he would cash in on RAW this week, clearly getting inside Seth Rollins' head.

However, despite Rollins being decimated by Lesnar, The Beast Incarnate played more mind games, telling Paul Heyman "Friday". Lesnar is expected to be around and he's expected to make an impact.

Will there be a twist with the MITB cash in where Lesnar fails to win? Or will Corbin win the Universal title, only to lose it to Lesnar moments later?

#1. Goldberg vs The Undertaker - First time ever

Goldberg vs The Undertaker should have been a match that took place 10-15 years ago, but here we are. Goldberg himself stated that it's a match he would have liked to have had earlier, but he's approaching this with the utmost seriousness.

This match is more or less a special attraction match, but it's fully expected to be the main event of the show. It's interesting because it's very rare that WWE has a main event that only goes on for a few minutes.

WWE fans may not be happy to find that the main event won't be more than 5-10 minutes. Either way, the whole idea of the match is that it's a spectacle, presumably once in a lifetime.

Goldberg and The Undertaker had a small war of words, with Goldberg agreeing with The Undertaker that the family man won't be there in the ring. They had a tense face-off, where Goldberg showed no fear. Who will walk out supreme in the battle of legends? Voice your opinions in the comments below!

Edited by Arvind Sriram