Here is what WWE is focusing on as part of their preview for tonight’s Smackdown. Join us later tonight for live coverage…
John Cena – The 16-time World Champion
Although we now know The Cenation Leader will be defending the title inside the Elimination Chamber on Feb. 12, who will his five opponents be? Will Styles get his one-on-one rematch prior to that career-altering contest? And after winning the Royal Rumble Match, is Randy Orton destined to battle Cena at WrestleMania?
Luke Harper Coming After Randy Orton?
Perhaps the biggest obstacle for The Viper right now is Luke Harper. After weeks of friction between Orton and Harper, Bray Wyatt delivered Sister Abigail to his dreaded disciple last week. In response, Harper came after The New Face of Fear in the Royal Rumble Match and sent a clear message that he will be gunning for the entire Wyatt Family moving forward.
Women’s Tag Team Match
Nikki Bella, Becky Lynch & Naomi take on Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss, Natalya & Mickie James
Who is coming after Dean Ambrose’s Intercontinental Championship?
Dean Ambrose overcame former titleholder The Miz in a Lumberjack Match one week ago. Will this take the A-Lister out of contention? What about a Superstar like Baron Corbin, who made his presence known in the Royal Rumble Match by eliminating Braun Strowman? Could Dolph Ziggler use his new aggression to try to knock off The Lunatic Fringe? Dare we mention … James Ellsworth, who is no stranger to Ambrose?
James Ellsworth & Carmella
After getting demolished by Braun Strowman in the Royal Rumble Match on Sunday, Ellsworth will presumably return to Team Blue tonight. It will be interesting to see whether Carmella will have a new plan to get him back on track, or will it be all about making sure the Princess is kept happy?