WWE RAW - 5 Surprises that could happen this week

WWE RAW - 5 Surprises that could happen this week - Stone Cold Steve Austin returns to confront an unexpected star, Major heel turn

By Riju Dasgupta

Modified Feb 20, 2022 19:44 GMT

Could we see Stone Cold Steve Austin return on the road to WrestleMania in Texas?

#4 Lita and Rhea Ripley team up as WrestleMania season approaches

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Considering the great match that Lita had with Big Time Becks on Saturday, it would be a mistake to let her ride off into the sunset this early. While she's still around, she could align with WWE RAW Superstar Rhea Ripley to take on the Women's Tag Team Champions!

Zelina Vega and Carmella need strong opponents with WrestleMania on the horizon and this dream team is just what the doctor ordered. How's Extreme Nightmare for a team name?

#3 Mr. McMahon and Kevin Owens form an alliance

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If Stone Cold Steve Austin is indeed coming back to the company, there needs to be some kind of Austin vs. McMahon storyline, given their historic rivalry. Likewise, if Kevin Owens is going to be Stone Cold's opponent, then McMahon and Owens need to form some sort of alliance to keep the Texas Rattlesnake at bay.

The focus could then shift from someone like Austin Theory and move over to Kevin Owens. This development would create a sub-plot and lay the groundwork for a compelling feud heading into WWE's biggest show of the year.

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Riju Dasgupta is the most-read active writer in Sportskeeda at the moment, across all sports. Having come on board in 2016, Dasgupta is best known for the 'Best and Worst' column, something that has become a staple for the site!

In addition to his writing responsibilities, Dasgupta is also the Assistant Manager of the Combat Sports division. In 4 years, Dasgupta has conducted over 150 interviews with stars from WWE, Impact Wrestling, PCW Ultra, WOS, UFC, ONE FC and the world of boxing as well.

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Before joining Sportskeeda, Dasgupta was a comedy writer for Star TV, where he scripted lines for the iconic Lola Kutty property, in addition to hit TV shows like Axe Ur Ex & UR Fired. He was also a columnist for Rolling Stone India.

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Edited by Colin Tessier