5 superstars around whom WWE should build their future
The future is certainly bright if WWE wants to capitalizeThe WWE is extremely rich with talent. While a number of superstars are out injured, their impending return is a great cause for excitement.The likes of Seth Rollins, John Cena and Randy Orton were major players at the top of the card and their injuries have exposed a significant lack of star power on the WWE roster as is demonstrated by a 46-year-old part-timer triple H winning the rumble and the WWE title.As of now, WWE has one major storyline which is Roman reigns vs the McMahons. The problem is that while Roman has gained some amount of popularity, he is prone to getting horrible reactions (see: Hunter eliminating reigns from the rumble to cheers).Hopefully, WWE will learn from their mistakes in the wake of the injury crisis and attempt to make more stars in the future. With that in mind, I will attempt to pick out 5 superstars around whom WWE should build their future because after all, John Cena won't stick around forever.Some honorable mentions are bray Wyatt mainly for the potential his character has, Hideo Itami for his popularity in the Japanese market and Styles, Samoa Joe and Austin Aries for their Indy credentials.The latter 4 have largely missed out on a spot due to advancing age and lopsided injury record, but deserve at least a short run at the top of the card, but let's leave that for another day.Another name that just missed out in this list was Bayley. In my defense, I attempted to make it a male-oriented list since, for some unfortunate or fortunate (your opinion) reason, WWE does the same.
#5 Kalisto
For years, WWE has struggled to create the ‘new Rey Mysterio’ for their Latino market. Sin Cara (Mistico version) was a disaster and Alberto Del Rio never gained enough traction as a heel or face.
His work in Lucha Underground proves that he has what it takes, but for whatever reason it hasn’t worked out in WWE on either occasion. Now, finally, WWE has a readymade solution on their hands. He wears a mask, he’s a luchador and most of all, he is loved by everyone and is the ultimate underdog (sorry rockstar spud), sound familiar?
Aside from the obvious Rey Mysterio comparisons, Kalisto is absolutely amazing in the ring and has some truly breathtaking offence. His finisher, the Salida Del Sol does the job and he has immense potential.
In my opinion, he could have a little time at the top of the card, but his future is brightest as an upper mid-card talent having amazing matches and perhaps revitalizing and restarting a cruiserweight division (sound familiar?).
Regardless, it would be foolish of WWE to not capitalize on his talent.
Now, on the bright side, Kalisto is gaining momentum and is the WWE United States Champion (now a 2-time champ) after having a string of matches with Alberto Del Rio and he has nowhere to go, but up.
Hopefully, WWE realise this and his upswing continues.