One must remember that WWE is the longest running sports-themed soap opera in history. So, the key is to not finish the storyline at the end of the episode but to hook the audience in with a compelling plot that induces them to tune in again the following week.
And this is probably why SmackDown Live ended with the boss laying flat on the mat, with The Big Dog standing tall and proud, looking down at the carnage he'd cased. Which is why he also put the hurt on Elias, setting a storyline into motion.
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There will obviously be consequences for Roman Reigns' actions and fans will tune in the following week to see just what Vince McMahon will do to punish The Big Dog. SmackDown Live may be his yard now, but it's owned by McMahon.
Are you excited about the show next week, reader?
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Riju Dasgupta
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.
In addition to everything he does in Sportskeeda, Dasgupta is also the bassist and lyricist for heavy metal bands- Albatross and Primitiv.
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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