10 HUGE WWE Survivor Series 2017 Predictions You Need To Know

3. ...Or Are They?

Paige Return
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...it's completely shot out of the sky by a returning Paige.

Picture the scene - Carmella has fled the scene having taken out Charlotte and dodged off with the SmackDown Women's Title. Having petitioned for the other empty spot on Team Blue, Natalya has at least made the team but the 'Princess Of Staten Island's exit has left the squad one short.

Her surprise return would generate an explosive reaction from an audience fairly vocal about their fondness for the forgotten former face of the division. Over a year out of action has somehow felt even longer, and a brand new threat to either show's Women's Title would be welcomed ahead of the road to WrestleMania.

Paige's blue brand return would necessitate a victory for the SmackDown Live! ladies, undermining the need to keep Asuka strong. Failing to beat the count of ten and scuffling to the back with embittered opposing heels or perhaps her own failed partners Nia Jax or Alicia Fox would at least provide her with sustenance post-pay-per-view.

Meanwhile, Paige's return momentum would immediately position her in line for a shot at Carmella, or a renewal of conflicts with several SmackDown stalwarts.

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