WWE: The Pros And Cons Of New Pay-Per-View Format

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2. Less Focus On Specific Feuds/Matches

Storytelling and building feuds are what the WWE has been built on forever.  In some cases, the storyline surrounding a match can outweigh the actual match itself and lead to some unforgettable moments.

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And since the brand split of 2016, the WWE’s pay-per-views have had the chance to focus on each of that specific brand’s storylines no matter how big or small.  However, with the pending change upcoming after WrestleMania 34, Raw and SmackDown’s storylines from top to bottom could take a hit.

Not that the WWE will ditch these storylines all together, but with both brands occupying one show, that will almost certainly take away some of them on the pay-per-view schedule.  And given how some stars have risen out of nowhere to become important factors, they will need every opportunity imaginable to get over and build their characters.

But with getting rid of brand-exclusive pay-per-views, the focus could be taken away from certain feuds and/or matches that would normally get a bigger spotlight if brand-exclusive pay-per-views remained intact.  The WWE can work around this issue if given enough effort, but fans are justified for thinking the worst in this situation.

Under the radar storylines and feuds could take a big hit once this new pay-per-view format kicks into high gear if the WWE isn’t careful.