WWE Crown Jewel 2019: 10 Things That Must Happen

10. The Women's Match Goes On First

WWE Crown Jewel 2019
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All together now, let's shout from the rooftops. Progression.

People can say what they like about WWE's decision to stay in bed with Saudi, but this is a step forwards for tolerance in the country, and it's happening because of Vince McMahon's company. Whilst it is important not to get too carried away (it's hardly like one match will change mass opinion on the show), Natalya vs. Lacey Evans is good news.

WWE should put it on first, even if that means it gets switched to the Kickoff show. Screw arguments about this 'needing to be on the main pay-per-view card', because there's something much bigger at stake here. This is the first women's match on Saudi soil, and it sets a precedent for future events there. If it's the first thing people see, it'll send good vibes pinging back home.

A solid 10-minute match, a clean win via Sharpshooter for Natalya and an appreciative crowd would be nice to see. Then, WWE can go about their business elsewhere on the card with a pep in their step, knowing they've made history.

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