WWE Superstar Shake-up: 4 last-minute rumors you need to know regarding the draft

Lesnar vs Reigns
Lesnar vs Reigns

The WWE Universe is abuzz with the upcoming Superstar Shake-up which will take place on RAW and SmackDown this week.

Last week's SmackDown episode may have led us to believe that The Usos losing their SmackDown Tag Team Championships could be a clear indication that they will be moving to RAW, it is mere speculation as of now.

While everyone has their own list of Superstars they feel should switch brands, in the end, the decision lies squarely with WWE. And while we are all hoping that WWE has some big surprises for us in store, let us take a look at the latest rumors doing the rounds regarding what the future holds for certain Superstars in terms of the draft:


#4 Finn Balor is moving to SmackDown

Finn Balor finally had his Wrestlemania moment when he became the Intercontinental Champion for the second time, by defeating The Almighty Bobby Lashley. Finn Balor made his appearance in the Demon form at WrestleMania complete with an elaborate entrance enthralling the live audience as well as the fans watching at home.

Finn Balor has been on RAW ever since the brand split and it is high time that the first ever Universal Champion moves to the blue brand to refresh his career and utilize his abilities to the maximum.


#3 Brock Lesnar may be moving to SmackDown Live

Brock Lesnar
Brock Lesnar

Brock Lesnar has recently lost the Universal Championship and may be moved to SmackDown Live as he is one of the biggest names in WWE and SmackDown moving to FOX would require some top stars to be part of the Blue Brand.

There were many rumors regarding FOX advertising Brock Lesnar as part of SmackDown when it starts airing on the new network in October 2019.

With the Superstar Shakeup approaching, the rumors regarding The Beast Incarnate's possible switch to SmackDown Live are becoming stronger.

Also Read: Backstage details on original plans for opening match at Wrestlemania 35

#2 Samoa Joe is heading to RAW

If Finn Balor is being planned to be over to SmackDown, that would mean that he will bring his Intercontinental Championship to SmackDown as well. This would mean that SmackDown will end-up having two mid-card belts ie. the US Championship as well as the Intercontinental Championship.

We all know that is not something that is going to happen, and the US Champion will likely be moved to RAW, which happens to be Samoa Joe as of now.

Joe is a monstrous champion and will be better suited to RAW where he can face Superstars like Braun Strowman.


#1 Drew McIntyre to stay on RAW

While there had been some rumblings suggesting that the Scottish Psychopath may be moved to SmackDown, latest rumors indicate that WWE has decided to keep McIntyre on RAW for the time being.

There were reports suggesting that Drew McIntyre is, in fact, the next in line to get a shot at the Universal Championship and feud with Seth Rollins.

Also Read: Backstage reason why WWE kept Roman Reigns off RAW after Wrestlemania 35 revealed

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