WWE SmackDown: 3 things that can get fans excited for the Royal Rumble

The first SmackDown of this decade was filled with amazing returns, great in-ring matches, and some surprise entrances. The Usos returned after a long hiatus to help their cousin and fellow WWE wrestler Roman Reigns, while John Morrison was seen coming out of The Miz's locker room. 'The Celtic Warrior' Sheamus also made his long-awaited return and turned heel instantly.

There was so much raw action on the show that it was one of the most enjoyable Blue Brand episodes, and with the stakes of the performance only going uphill, one can expect nothing but sheer greatness as the Royal Rumble draws near.

With so much action and feuds, the company would not like to bring the excitement and entertainment level down at any cost. It is therefore important that the storylines continue, and the in-ring performance also creates something amazing for fans to tune into the following week.

It is with this in mind that I list down aspects that will be worth the time and welcome your comments below:

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#3 Could interference by Bayley help Lacey Evans defeat Sasha Banks?

'The Legit Boss' gets a nasty employee to work with.

This may surprise some, but let's understand that we have two amazing Superstars that will square off in ring this week. These two have had their issues since Lacey Evans got involved in the championship storyline, and this match may serve as the pedestal for this feud to continue down the line.

Bayley and Sasha Banks are friends, and so the SmackDown Women's Champion will try to aide and assist her friend during the match. In an attempt to cost Lacey Evans the match, Bayley would get involved, and try to take out Lacey Evans by using her championship belt.

During this attempt, Lacey may throw Sasha Banks at Bayley, which would result in the champion hitting her friend with the belt. This may happen by accident, but it would set the storyline for an attack by Sasha Banks down the line on her friend.

#2 The Miz and John Morrison challenge The New Day

A match for the #1 contenders to the titles

John Morrison shocked the WWE Universe when he showed up out of The Miz's locker room. This was an unexpected return, but with it happening before the Royal Rumble, there is a possibility that we may see The Miz and Morrison team up to challenge the SmackDown Tag Team Champions, The New Day.

Last week The Miz was in a foul mood and decided to challenge The New Day, of which Kofi Kingston decided to step up to The A-Lister and took down the most must-see wrestler on the blue brand. Miz and Morrison were considered as a great team, and with these two joining hands, we may see the SmackDown Tag Team division rise to new heights.

There are various tag teams on the blue brand, but none of them have been able to make an impact, as the revived team of Miz and Morrison will be able to deliver when the situation demands.

#1 Brotherhood takes over SmackDown

The Brotherhood binds them together

SmackDown saw the return of The Usos, who were away from TV for a long time. The Usos came to the aide of Roman Reigns and ensured that their cousin was safe against the attack by Baron Corbin and Dolph Ziggler. This was the final segment of the show and the perfect cliffhanger for the WWE Universe to tune in to this week's episode of Friday Nights.

With so many things happening on SmackDown it wouldn't be long before The Usos take on Dolph Ziggler and Baron Corbin or Ziggler and Roode (who was suspended for 30 days on 10th of December for failing the company's wellness policy) while Roman Reigns can focus on bigger and better opportunities.

Reigns is already a part of the 30-man Men's Royal Rumble match, and it seems like The Usos will take care of Corbin and Ziggler while The Big Dog shifts his focus towards becoming the next challenger for a major championship at the Grandest Stage of Them All.