Former WWE champion to turn babyface for the first time in his 8-year career next week? Exploring potential twist ahead of SummerSlam

WWE's upcoming premium live event, SummerSlam, is around the corner and the excitement of the fans is peaking once again. While the WWE Universe has been expecting major surprises and shockers from the show, the company could deliver one next week itself on the go-home edition of SmackDown ahead of the upcoming spectacle.

A former WWE champion might turn babyface for the first time in his career in eight years. The name in question is Austin Theory. The rumors of his babyface turn have been swirling for quite some time, along with his growing frustrations and discontent with Grayson Waller on SmackDown. What transpired on the show this week could be the final nail in the coffin.

The Aussie Icon once again pushed Theory to the lion's den to suffer the consequences of his actions. After provoking Terence Crawford, Grayson Waller cunningly left his tag team partner in the ring alone, causing him to suffer the undisputed boxer's wrath as Crawford knocked him down.

Austin Theory's frustrations may reach a boiling point this time, as he has been taking bullets week after week for his tag team partner. He could confront The Moment Maker on the upcoming edition of SmackDown and vent out his frustrations, unleashing a verbal tirade on him.

As a result, Grayson Waller could launch a vicious attack on the former United States Champion, realizing that he has been exposed. This could officially lead to Theory turning babyface for the first time in his WWE career with the breakup of A-Town Down Under.

WWE may have major plans for Austin Theory

Austin Theory is one of those superstars who is destined for greatness, given the sheer amount of potential he has. However, things have not gone well for him in recent years, as his growth remained stagnant. Although Theory did win championships, his on-screen character couldn't evolve fully.

However, things could be on the verge of a change, as the Triple H-led management may have major plans for him. The company could be cooking a massive character change for the former United States Champion on SmackDown, which might usher in a fresh beginning for him.

With a babyface turn seemingly on the horizon, fans have already started to show their support for Austin Theory. Therefore, an organic babyface run could catapult his career to new heights and make him one of the top babyfaces in the Stamford-based promotion.

WWE is seemingly set to harness his full potential on the main roster, with a potential fresh beginning that might pave the way for several intriguing things.