WWE’s second-longest-running premium occasion returns on Saturday when Survivor Collection involves Allstate Area in Rosemont, Illinois. The occasion continues the latest Survivor Collection theme of that includes two WarGames matches.
In a single WarGames match, the crew of Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn, Jey Uso, Seth Rollins and the returning Randy Orton will face off with JD McDonagh, Drew McIntyre, Damian Priest, Finn Balor and Dominik Mysterio. The opposite options Harm CTRL’s crew of Bayley, Asuka, Iyo Sky and Kairi Sane taking up the crew of Charlotte Aptitude, Bianca Belair, Becky Lynch and Shotzi.
The occasion may also see a pair of title matches with long-reigning champions welcoming a brand new challenger. Intercontinental champion Gunther welcomes his newest problem within the type of The Miz. And girls’s world champion Rhea Ripley takes on Zoey Stark in her first try and win a title on the best degree.
Let’s check out who the CBS Sports activities consultants anticipate to win every match at Survivor Collection, which works down Saturday and streams stay on Peacock at 8 p.m. ET with a kickoff present one hour prior.
WWE Survivor Collection 2023 predictions
Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn, Jey Uso, Seth Rollins & Randy Orton vs. JD McDonagh, Drew McIntyre, Damian Priest, Finn Balor & Dominick Mysterio (WarGames Match)
As is the case with most WarGames matches, there are about 30 sub-plots at play right here. Nonetheless, it is exhausting to get previous simply the concept of Randy Orton getting back from his lengthy layoff and never having his hand raised on the finish of the match. The one possible way I can grasp that mentally is Orton turning on his crew to align with Judgment Day. However, actually, what is the level of getting a JD McDonagh in WarGames if to not have him be the one who eats the loss? Decide: Rhodes, Zayn, Uso, Rollins & Orton win — Brent Brookhouse (additionally Shakiel Mahjouri)
Harm CTRL (Bayley, Asuka, Iyo Sky & Kairi Sane) vs. Charlotte Aptitude, Bianca Belair, Becky Lynch & Shotzi
Harm CTRL is wanting overcrowded but it surely’s crucial the corporate makes good on this reset. The unique group had lots of potential however was affected by inconsistent reserving. The sense is that Bayley will finally get ousted from the group. If WWE needs anybody to care in regards to the story, they should imagine that Harm CTRL is an enormous deal. Sky, Sane and Asuka have lots of historical past collectively. Bayley may be the weak hyperlink on Saturday however Harm CTRL ought to absolutely overcome a mish-mash of former rivals. Decide: Harm CTRL win — Mahjouri (additionally Brookhouse)
Intercontinental Championship — Gunther (c) vs. The Miz
Essentially the most fascinating a part of this match is simply how simply WWE followers can go together with a considerably random flip. Miz has been nearly solely a heel for years and years now however by successful a single deadly five-way and standing as much as Gunther, he is now being introduced as — and extra importantly accepted as — a babyface. Miz is not going to win this match as a result of that will be a large fumble of Gunther’s record-setting run with the intercontinental championship. Decide: Gunther retains the title — Brookhouse (additionally Mahjouri)
Girls’s World Championship — Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Zoey Stark
This match is supposed to perform two issues: lengthen Ripley’s reign of terror and showcase Starks in-ring abilities. The match itself ought to produce some strong highlights however the consequence just isn’t doubtful. Ripley’s eventual defeat requires far more than a brief construct and a battle royal to crown the challenger. Decide: Rhea Ripley retains the title — Mahjouri (additionally Brookhouse)
Carlito vs. Santos Escobar
WWE has an opportunity to show Escobar right into a reputable participant. It might make no sense to have him lose to a midcard veteran like Carlito. Escobar ought to overcome Carlito’s preliminary fireplace and get a clear victory as he begins a brand new chapter as an rising prime heel on the principle roster. Decide: Santos Escobar wins — Brookhouse (additionally Mahjouri)