5 Surprises that could happen on the SmackDown Live before WWE Elimination Chamber 2019

#5 Shane McMahon and The Miz start having tensions

Do I want Shane McMahon and The Miz to split up already? The answer is no. Why do I want them to tease internal tensions then, in that case?

Teams like their Elimination Chamber opponents, The Usos, can tell fantastic stories in the ring because they're that good. Shane McMahon and The Miz are rooted a lot more in the sports entertainment aspect of the business and while they are still hot for the time being, I feel like they're a one trick pony.

Most experts are speculating that we're in for a clash between Shane McMahon and The Miz for WrestleMania 35, and this tension can also help in that regard. The Usos can regain the Championships and actual teams like SAnitY and even The New Day can get screen time once again. The actual split can happen on the night after Elimination Chamber.

#4 Nakamura and Rusev attack Shane McMahon and The Miz

I still do not agree with the decision to turn Rusev heel. But if he's going to be a heel and team up with Nakamura, then I think it makes sense for the team to go straight for the gold. It would make sense for the two to interrupt the proceedings during Miz TV, this week.

Now, The Usos potentially taking on. Shane McMahon & The Miz would pit two strong babyface teams against one another. By having Rusev and Nakamura enter the fray, you can have the two add a whole new dimension to the match. Moreover, you do not need to have one of the babyface teams turn heel for the big match.

It would also take them out of the United States title mix. And that does need a reboot.

#3 Almas and Mysterio enter the US Title picture

On the previous page, I suggested removing Nakamura and Rusev from the US Title picture. Neither man could really elevate the prestige of the Championship even when they were feuding for it.

But at the same time, two other individuals were setting the ring on fire with extraordinary matches. Matches that were worthy of being 'Match of the Year' contenders, and they weren't even on pay-per-view.

I think that R-Truth needs to challenge Rey Mysterio and Andrade 'Cien' Almas to a triple threat match at Elimination Chamber 2019. Just by virtue of having the other two performers, this match would happen on the main card and not the Kickoff.

In my mind, Almas should become the United States Champion next. It would do wonders for his character and propel him to the next level.

#2 Lacey Evans challenges Asuka at Elimination Chamber

#1 Eric Roven takes out Harper and Ali