WWE SmackDown moving to 3 hours is not a good move

2024 has been an intriguing year when it comes to the business dynamics of professional wrestling, particularly within the WWE sphere. From the transformation of certain Pay-Per-View events into two-night spectacles, the introduction of WWE ID, collaborations with Japanese promotions, and a host of other changes – there’s been plenty to discuss! One of the most buzzed-about stories has been the reduction of Monday Night Raw from three hours to two hours for approximately a quarter of the year. Conversely, SmackDown is set to expand to a three-hour show in 2025. This unexpected shift isn’t something that many fans were clamoring for, and I have my doubts about whether it will live up to the hype surrounding it.