12 Ups & 3 Downs From Last Night's WWE SmackDown (Feb 5)

by Andy H Murray

1. The Perfect Execution

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Charlotte Flair is definitely being added to Becky Lynch vs. Ronda Rousey, and removing 'The Man' from television for a few weeks is the best way to do it.

Lynch's latest actions necessitate a leave of absence. There's little else for her to do after slapping Triple H, and she can't realistically keep sneaking her way into buildings every week. WWE must now let this "suspension" play out, let Charlotte and Rousey carry the story for a month or so, then bring Becky back to an electric reception, heating everything up at just the right time.

Some would still prefer a singles bout. That's fine, but even if you don't want the three-way, it's hard to argue with WWE's execution thus far. They kept it going down the right path last night, and Becky's latest actions should ensure nobody gets burned out throughout this long two-month build.

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Andy has been with WhatCulture for six years and is currently WhatCulture's Senior Wrestling Reporter. A writer, presenter, and editor with 10+ years of experience in online media, he has been a sponge for all wrestling knowledge since playing an old Royal Rumble 1992 VHS to ruin in his childhood. Having previously worked for Bleacher Report, Andy specialises in short and long-form writing, video presenting, voiceover acting, and editing, all characterised by expert wrestling knowledge and commentary. Andy is as much a fan of 1985 Jim Crockett Promotions as he is present-day AEW and WWE - just don't make him choose between the two.