WWE TLC 2017: Predictions, Match Card, Start Time For Kurt Angle's Return

Some major changes were made to WWE TLC 2017 just two days before the “Monday Night Raw” exclusive pay-per-view. Roman Reigns and Bray Wyatt were pulled from the card because of illnesses, and they were replaced by AJ Styles and Kurt Angle.

Angle will wrestle in a WWE match for the first time in 11 years, joining the team of Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins. Styles has only had singles matches against members of the “SmackDown Live” roster since July of last year.

Below are predictions for every match on the card for WWE TLC, which starts at 8 p.m. EDT Sunday night on WWE Network.

Kurt Angle, Dean Ambrose & Seth Rollins vs. Braun Strowman, The Miz, Kane, Cesaro & Sheamus (Tables, Ladders & Chairs 5-on-3 Handicap Match)

The Shield reunion has been one of WWE’s best-executed storylines in recent years, and the group would have won Sunday night had the match not been altered. The loss of Reigns could change things. Strowman would’ve been made to look strong either way, and there’s no chance he’s taking a pinfall. The babyfaces should still be favored, but anything can happen with the latest wrinkle in this match.

Prediction: Kurt Angle, Dean Ambrose & Seth Rollins

Raw Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss vs. Mickie James

Alexa is easily the best female heel in WWE, and she’s probably holding onto the title until Asuka gets her first championship shot. Bliss is going to retain, though she might cheat to win and extend the feud. The program between Bliss and James has been the best in the women’s division since April’s “Superstar Shakeup,” and putting them together in multiple PPV matches isn’t a bad idea.

Prediction: Alexa Bliss

Finn Balor vs. AJ Styles

Balor was likely to defeat Bray Wyatt, and the same should happen in a match with Styles. WWE seems to have big plans for the former NXT Champion, probably pitting him against Brock Lesnar in an upcoming WWE Universal Championship Match. Styles is involved in his own storyline on “SmackDown Live,” and there’s no reason for him to win.

Prediction: Finn Balor

WWE Cruiserweight Champion Kalisto vs. Enzo Amore

What a difference a few months makes. Enzo’s immediate future in WWE looked bleak this summer when he was getting beat up by Big Cass week after week. Now, he’s the top heel in the cruiserweight division and the biggest reason to watch “205 Live.” Look for him to win the belt back Sunday and run the division for the next few months, just as Neville had done for most of 2017.

Prediction: Enzo Amore

Asuka vs. Emma

There’s less than a zero percent chance that Asuka loses her main roster debut. She’s got the longest undefeated streak in WWE history and will make quick work of Emma.

Prediction: Asuka

Cedric Alexander & Rich Swann vs. Gentleman Jack Gallagher & The Brian Kendrick

Gallagher’s heel turn has been one of the best things in the cruiserweight division this year, and Kendrick remains one of the best performers on “205 Live.” Look for them to steal a win Sunday.

Prediction: Gentleman Jack Gallagher & The Brian Kendrick

Sasha Banks vs. Alicia Fox (Kickoff Match)

Sasha will return to the title picture sooner rather than later. The same can’t be said for Fox, and it’d be a surprise to see her get the victory.

Prediction: Sasha Banks

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