WWE RAW: 5 Things WWE got right on the episode after Crown Jewel (November 4, 2019)

#2 The New Rusev Day

Rusev debuted as one of the most dominant forces on the main roster and remained undefeated for several months. He took on men like John Cena and defeated them with ease, a move which made him one of the most lethal men in WWE.

However, just like Braun Strowman and Asuka, Rusev’s dominance was also stripped off slowly and gradually with the constant change of gimmicks and characters which saw him become more of an average mid-carder than a ruthless villain.

Since his recent return, it seems like the company has been trying to undo the damage and once again build him as a credible force who can take on whoever he wants, whenever he wants.

He is currently in a rivalry with Bobby Lashley, but took on Drew McIntyre this week and did a great job at matching McIntyre’s size and strength.

A #FallawaySlam @SCOTTHALLNWO would be proud of.#RAW @RusevBUL pic.twitter.com/dspUKDuhBV

— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) November 5, 2019

Building Rusev against bigger men is the right thing to do rather than giving him squash matches, and a bout against someone who was seen as a future Universal Champion allowed him to build himself even more before his ultimate clash with The All Mighty.

Rusev can become a dominant force going forward, and having men like him, McIntyre, and Lashley at the top allows fans to constantly wonder who would become the next big thing on the Red Brand.