4 rumors you need to know before WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event takes place later tonight [Credit: WWE.com]

Today will be an important day for WWE. For the first time in a decade and a half, Saturday Night’s Main Event will be returning. Not only that, but the big quarterly event will be on NBC, marking the main roster’s return to broadcast television following SmackDown leaving FOX in September.

There are many major matches announced for the show, which is essentially a televised premium live event with how stacked the lineup is. The likes of Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn, Liv Morgan, Gunther, and IYO SKY are some of the stars set to compete.

While a lot is already known in regards to what fans can expect tonight, there are also some major rumors floating around. If any of these are accurate, fans can expect some big moments and exciting changes.

This article will take a look at a handful of rumors you need to know before tonight’s big show. This includes information regarding a major return, a new champion being crowned, and beyond. Just remember, potential spoilers are ahead.

Below are four rumors you need to know before WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event.

#4. Charlotte Flair might return at the show

Charlotte Flair is one of the most decorated and talented female performers in WWE history. Unfortunately, she has been out of action for around a year after suffering a brutal injury just after returning to television last year.

In an exciting update, The Queen may be back on WWE television and far sooner than some may have expected. If rumors are to be believed, she could make her comeback on Saturday Night’s Main Event later tonight.

As for what The Queen may do, there are a handful of interesting options. She could confront the winner of Michin vs. Chelsea Green in the hopes of becoming the Women’s United States Champion. She could also confront Liv Morgan or IYO SKY to set up a future Women’s World Championship match.

#3. CM Punk might have a special role on the show

CM Punk is one of the biggest stars in WWE and pro wrestling as a whole. He recently returned after a brief break to compete in a WarGames Match and is now poised to feud with Seth Rollins.

While The Second City Saint isn’t booked for a match at Saturday Night’s Main Event, he could have a different role on the WWE show. Punk teased doing commentary alongside Hall of Famer Jesse “The Body” Ventura while doing commentary for mixed-martial arts.

With CM Punk, you can never quite be sure what to expect. He could be telling the truth or simply teasing an appearance to stir up interest. If he does indeed appear, Punk and Ventura could make for one of the most interesting commentary duos in recent memory.

#2. Chelsea Green could be the one leaving the WWE event as champion

The WWE Women’s United States Championship was recently introduced. Friday Night SmackDown has held a 12-woman tournament to crown the first-ever champion and the finals will take place at Saturday Night’s Main Event later today.

The two women in the finals are Chelsea Green and Michin. Both have been champions of WWE’s mid-card and have really stood out over the last year. In many ways, this match feels like a reward for both talented women. Still, only one can ultimately win the match and make history as the first-ever champion.

According to reports, that first-ever champion will likely be Chelsea Green. While things can always change in pro wrestling, it appears as if Chelsea will get her first singles title in the Sports Entertainment juggernaut and on a massive stage.

#1. Cody Rhodes’ surprise could be the classic Winged Eagle variant of the world title

The final rumor that could be a potential spoiler is in regards to the Undisputed WWE Championship match with Cody Rhodes. He’ll be taking on Kevin Owens, but Triple H teased having a surprise for The American Nightmare.

While it was stressed that this surprise was for one night only, a dream of Cody’s and many WWE fans could come true. If rumors are to be believed, Rhodes will be walking out with the classic “winged eagle” world championship that fans remember from the 1980’s and 1990’s.

Again, this would surely be for just one night, so fans shouldn’t get too attached to seeing the classic design. With that being said, a retro show such as Saturday Night’s Main Event is the perfect place to highlight the retro championship belt design.