4 Finishes to Damian Priest & R-Truth vs. The War Raiders vs. The MFTs for the WWE Tag Team Championships on SmackDown

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That said, this article looks at four possibilities.

#4. Damian Priest and R-Truth retain their title after a surprise roll-up

Perhaps the safest finish would be for the champions to retain their title. However, WWE could make the victory feel anything but routine.

The match could break down into chaos, with Damian Priest and Ivar battling outside the ring while R-Truth and Tama Tonga become the legal competitors. Tama could look ready to put Truth away after The MFTs neutralize Priest.

However, Truth could suddenly counter Tama’s finishing move into a roll-up and steal the three-count. The finish would suit the veteran’s unpredictable personality while protecting everyone else. Tama would not be decisively beaten, and Priest would remain strong. Also, WWE could keep all three teams involved in the title picture.

#3. The War Raiders capture the championship

The War Raiders’ victory would give WWE a major title change. The closing sequence could see Damian Priest hit South of Heaven on Tama Tonga, only for Ivar to break up the pin. Erik could then intercept Priest, allowing Ivar to flatten Truth.

The War Raiders could hit their devastating tag-team combination on Truth and score the decisive pinfall, thus becoming double champions.

This finish would protect Damian Priest because he would not be pinned. Perhaps it could also lead to the end of his alliance with R-Truth. As for MFTs, they could request another title opportunity since none of them was pinned.

A War Raiders reign would give SmackDown a fresh tag-team direction.

#2. The MFTs steal the titles with Haku’s help

If WWE wants to establish The MFTs as a dangerous act, this could be the ideal moment. Haku’s presence is significant. He approved Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga’s attack two weeks ago, thus proving they are willing to turn championship opportunities into ambushes.

The finish could see Damian Priest and Ivar fighting outside while R-Truth and Tama remain legal. Truth could appear moments away from retaining the title. That is when Haku could distract the referee.

If that happens, Talla could use the opportunity to attack R-Truth behind the official’s back. Tama would then hit Truth with his finisher and cover him before Priest can return.

The MFTs winning the titles through ruthless tactics rather than clean dominance could elevate Tama and Talla. It could also make Haku’s role more important. Damian Priest and R-Truth would have a reason to demand a rematch. Meanwhile, The War Raiders could argue they were robbed.

#1. The MFTs win, but The War Raiders immediately challenge them

The best finish could combine a title change with another major rivalry. The MFTs could defeat Truth after Haku creates a distraction, allowing Tama and Talla to become the new WWE Tag Team Champions.

However, the celebration would not last long. The War Raiders could confront the new champions immediately after the bell. Erik and Ivar could attack Tama and Talla, forcing Haku to retreat before he could protect his allies.

Priest could then appear to help Truth rather than chase the new champions immediately. This would keep his partnership with Truth intact while allowing The War Raiders to become the first major challengers to The MFTs.

The finish would create multiple directions. The MFTs would have the title. The War Raiders would have a reason to pursue them. Also, Damian Priest and R-Truth could seek revenge.

It would also expand Haku’s storyline. He would be directly responsible for helping Tama and Talla become champions.