WWE SmackDown: 10 Things You Might Have Missed (Dec 27)

4. Alexa's Unique Distraction Tactics

Becky Lynch Alexa Bliss La Luchadora
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Yet again, Becky Lynch and Alexa Bliss faced off in a title match on SmackDown for the brand's top female title. As SmackDown Women's Champion, Bliss has excelled in her snot-nosed heel role. Contrastingly, Lynch is excellent as a spitfire babyface.

Still, with so many matches between the pair, they needed to start finding some new ways to finish them. On a cheerful note, Alexa's flexibility offered up an interesting conclusion to the title showdown this week. Her arm attacked by Becky, Bliss managed to pop her elbow out of socket briefly and draw the referee's attention.

This allowed La Luchadora, whomever was beneath the mask, to distract Lynch and leave her open to an Alexa attack.

The Internet seems to think it may be Tamina Snuka.

As the cameras zoomed in on Alexa's arm, it did actually look broken. Even the announcers sounded like they were about to lose their lunch. This was an impressive display of contortion from the reigning champ. A WWE official would realistically want to make sure that Bliss was alright, giving a sound reason for the distraction.

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