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This article contains spoilers for the November 28th episode of SmackDown.
On the November 10th episode of Monday Night Raw, Sheamus secured a victory over Shinsuke Nakamura in the opening round of the Last Time is Now tournament. Following LA Knight’s win over the returning Zack Ryder, it was anticipated that Knight would face Sheamus in the tournament semifinals.
However, the WWE announced on Friday that Sheamus suffered a shoulder injury, preventing him from continuing in the competition.
During the latest SmackDown broadcast, commentators revealed that Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis will compete to determine who will replace the former world champion in the tournament, sparking speculation among fans about a potential surprise return.
Contrary to initial expectations, WWE taped the November 28th SmackDown episode at Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado, where Sheamus’s semifinal opponent against LA Knight was revealed to be The Miz. This came as a surprise since The Miz had already participated in the tournament, losing to Jey Uso in the first round.
Other semifinalists still in the running include Gunter, Rusev, Penta, Carmelo Hayes, and Solo Sikoa. Fans now await to see which competitor will face John Cena in his retirement match scheduled for the December 13th Saturday Night’s Main Event.
Fan Take: This development adds an intriguing twist to the tournament, as The Miz’s unexpected return could disrupt predictions and shift the tournament’s dynamics. For WWE fans, it highlights the unpredictable nature of the sport and keeps the excitement alive as John Cena’s retirement match approaches.
