WWE Elimination Chamber - 5 Possible surprises- Drew McIntyre's WrestleMania opponent confirmed, Unexpected title change

 WWE Elimination Chamber is almost upon us and the lineup is interesting, to say the least. WrestleMania is still a few weeks away and much could change on 'the road to WrestleMania' as some dub it.

Here are 5 surprises that could potentially happen at WWE Elimination Chamber that should shake up the product from the very core. If you wish to suggest any similar surprises, feel free to do so in the comments below.

How would you rate the WWE Elimination Chamber card overall? Do you think it's as strong as ever, or do you find this year's lineup a little lackluster?

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#5 Braun Strowman breaks open the WWE Elimination Chamber door and destroys everyone inside

Braun Strowman has made it clear that he is not happy at being left out of WWE Elimination Chamber at all. And so, once Drew McIntyre has (presumably) won the match, he could show up and let McIntyre know that a tough challenge awaits him at WrestleMania. Drew McIntyre vs. Braun Strowman is certainly a WrestleMania-worthy match.

There is yet another scenario that may play out at WWE Elimination Chamber. Maybe Braun Strowman enters the match, while all 6 participants are in, and decimates each and every one of them. It would be a great way to bring him back into the mix after his period of absence, to remind everyone just how dominant he is.

Remember, it was Braun Strowman who defeated Goldberg at WrestleMania last year, which is not something that can be overlooked. Very few people in the current roster can boast that distinction. If Braun Strowman does make an impression at WWE Elimination Chamber, the complexion of WrestleMania changes for good, as the upcoming event starts to look more star-studded.

#4 Rhea Ripley shows up at WWE Elimination Chamber and wins big

So Lacey Evans is likely to miss out on WWE Elimination Chamber because of her legitimate pregnancy. We at SK Wrestling send our best wishes to Evans and her husband because, in these uncertain times, any cause for celebration must be cherished.

Could Rhea Ripley show up at WWE Elimination Chamber 2021 instead of Lacey Evans to battle with Asuka for the WWE RAW Women's Championship? She has been ready for the 'main roster' so to speak, for a while now, and it may finally be time to call her up.

Because WWE clearly has big plans for Ripley, as she fits the archetype that the company is known to like, could she win big on her debut? Could she become the RAW Women's Champion after defeating Asuka at WWE Elimination Chamber?

Imagine the kind of shockwaves it will send through the women's division if this were to happen. Is there a better replacement for Lacey Evans than Rhea Ripley right now?

#3 Damian Priest replaces Keith Lee at WWE Elimination Chamber 2021 (and maybe even wins?)

Will Keith Lee be able to compete at WWE Elimination Chamber? There have been recent reports that he may have to miss out on the pay-per-view, and we certainly hope that this is not the case.

However, if he does miss out, WWE will want a replacement who is just as credible, and this could come in the form of Damian Priest, someone who's been paired with Bad Bunny. In fact, because Bad Bunny is carrying the 24/7 Championship, WWE may decide to reward Priest with the WWE United States Championship as well.

WWE is always looking for ways to bring mainstream attention to the current product. For a popular music Superstar to be a current Champion, and for Priest to get the rub by celebrating his win with the megastar at WWE Elimination Chamber may be the route Vince McMahon chooses to follow. Hey, it would probably not be the best decision from a storytelling perspective, but as Triple H would say, it could be best for business.

#2 At WWE Elimination Chamber, Ric Flair transfers his affections to Peyton Royce

Lacey Evans will likely miss WWE Elimination Chamber 2021 because the pregnancy storyline we saw unfold on RAW was legitimate. Lacey Evans is indeed with child, although the father is not Ric Flair as WWE will have you believe. That does not however mean, that Ric Flair will not express his admiration for the female members of the RAW roster.

Could he now transfer his affections to Peyton Royce, provided Lacey Evans is written off television for some time? Even from a non-storyline viewpoint, for Ric Flair to manage Peyton Royce would be a huge step up for her. And maybe, with Ric Flair in her corner, Royce becomes the WWE RAW Women's Champion at WWE Elimination Chamber.

Unlike Billie Kay, who seems to have a compelling character right now, Peyton Royce hasn't done anything since The IIconics split up. An alliance with Ric Flair, and a win at WWE Elimination Chamber may be just what her career needs at this time.

#1 In the WWE Elimination Chamber main event, Cesaro becomes the Universal Champion

Joe Hulbert of Fightful joined SP3 for the official WWE Elimination Chamber preview on our YouTube channel, as they fielded questions from viewers and fans. Before we go into the big pay-per-view this weekend, be sure to check the video out by clicking on the link above.

Could Cesaro, is being given the push of his life become the Universal Champion at WWE Elimination Chamber? While this may not necessarily be the wisest decision, it will certainly be a surprise that shakes WWE to the very core.

Many have predicted that Cesaro will win the SmackDown Elimination Chamber match and go on to face Roman Reigns in the main event. Could he insert himself into the main event with Roman Reigns and Edge at WrestleMania 37?

Maybe WrestleMania goes off the air with Cesaro defeating a legend and today's biggest star. Will the company take such a bold step at WWE Elimination Chamber with Cesaro, who's proven himself to be a fan favorite.