The latest episode of SmackDown was a crucial one on the Road to WrestleMania, but unfortunately, it fell short in terms of entertainment. The show seemed to drag on with filler content and random matches, making it a subpar episode of Friday Night SmackDown. However, amidst the mediocrity, Triple H managed to get a few things right that stood out to the audience.
Here are four key things that Triple H nailed on SmackDown this week:
1. Trick Williams Qualifying for Elimination Chamber 2026:
In a thrilling Men’s Elimination Chamber qualifying match, Trick Williams emerged victorious, earning himself a spot in his first-ever Elimination Chamber match. This decision by Triple H was a smart move as Williams has been on fire since his main roster debut and needed the spotlight to showcase his potential and charisma on a bigger stage.
2. Oba Femi’s Portrayal as the Monstrous Powerhouse:
Oba Femi, the Nigerian powerhouse, continued to impress by dominating Kit Wilson in a singles match. Triple H’s decision to showcase Femi as a monstrous powerhouse for consecutive weeks keeps the prospect red-hot without dampening his momentum. Additionally, planting the seeds for a feud with The Miz adds a new direction to Femi’s character.
3. Slow and Gradual Build of WrestleMania Feuds Backstage:
With WrestleMania just around the corner, WWE has been gradually building up the feuds backstage, creating anticipation and excitement for the grand event. Feuds like Carmelo Hayes-Ilja Dragunov and Sami Zayn-Trick Williams have been simmering behind the scenes, and this slow progression adds depth and intrigue to the potential matchups.
4. WWE’s Multi-Faceted Storyline for Drew McIntyre:
Drew McIntyre found himself in the crosshairs of several superstars, including Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu. By attacking Randy Orton during his match against Aleister Black, McIntyre’s storyline took an unpredictable turn. Triple H’s decision to weave a multi-dimensional storyline for McIntyre keeps the Undisputed WWE Championship picture fresh and engaging, adding an element of unpredictability to McIntyre’s journey on SmackDown.
Overall, despite the lackluster nature of the episode, Triple H’s creative decisions added depth and excitement to the show, setting the stage for intriguing developments leading up to Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania.
