Triple H, to his credit, has recently signed some of the most famous names in the world of professional wrestling. Although these names were relatively new to the WWE Universe, superstars such as Daniel Bryan traveled all around the world, putting on some of the greatest matches imaginable against all comers. In the past couple of months, Triple H signed three of the biggest names in professional wrestling today, and the current NXT roster is stacked with some of the best performers/wrestlers on the planet.In the past, NXT put on some memorable shows, such as NXT Arrival and NXT Takeover, where the wrestling fans from around the globe got the opportunity to see what these youngsters can do inside the squared circle. To some fans, it was obvious right from the get go that these names will become the future faces of the organization, and in this article, I pick five superstars from the current NXT roster, including the recent signings, who will undoubtedly be the face of the WWE in the not so distant future.
#5 Sami Zayn
Sami Zayn was one of the first big names recruited by Triple H. He was known around the world as ‘El Generico’, one of the greatest highflyers in recent memory. Since his arrival in the WWE, Sami Zayn has garnered praises from each and every individual, including the current face of the WWE and the WWE World Heavyweight champion, John Cena.
Known as one of the most beloved characters to the ardent wrestling fans, Sami Zayn has come a long way from being just another daredevil to being one of the best wrestlers in the world today. It is just a matter of time before he gets to debut on the main roster and prove himself to be the replacement of Rey Mysterio in the WWE.
#4 Adrian Neville
The current NXT Heavyweight champion was known as “The man that gravity forgot”, and for a good reason. Known as “Pac” during his stint on the independent scene, Adrian made a name for himself as one of the greatest highflying wrestlers on the planet, and found success during his days in Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG) and also New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW). He was then signed by the WWE where he first became one half of the WWE NXT tag team champions, and went on to win the NXT title against Bo Dallas, in a match that received rave reviews.
Adrian is in the midst of an impressive run as the NXT champion, and already had one of the best matches of the year against Tyson Kidd couple of months ago during NXT Takeover. Already seen as the future of the business, Adrian is ever so close to being brought to the main roster, and once he arrives, there is no doubt that he will take the wrestling world by storm.
#3 KENTA
When some of the biggest names in the wrestling business today such as CM Punk and Daniel Bryan use moves you had popularized, there is no doubt that you will succeed in the business, and KENTA found that out when WWE recently visited Japan, where Hulk Hogan revealed to the wrestling world that the WWE had finally signed the biggest name in Japanese wrestling in the past few years. KENTA is arguably one of the best wrestlers on the planet, and made Pro Wrestling NOAH his home. After years of lying under WWE’s radar, Kenta Kobayashi was finally signed by the biggest sports entertainment organization in the world.
With the lack of any big Japanese names in the organization, WWE would be willing to build KENTA as the next big superstar from the Asian continent. Famous for ‘working stiff’, KENTA’s stay in the WWE will be an interesting one, and with his ability to put on a memorable match every time he steps inside the ring, there is little to no doubt that he will become a huge name in the organization in the coming years.
#2 Fergal Devitt
Known for his unique style of using body paints and making some breath – taking entrances, Devitt’s entry into the WWE was long overdue. After months of speculation, Devitt was finally signed by the WWE, and this marks the entry of yet another superstar from Ireland into the global juggernaut. After lending his services to New Japan Pro Wrestling for nearly 8 years, Devitt finally signed for the WWE, and will be making his debut soon on NXT.
Devitt initially molded himself around Chris Benoit, and used the name of ‘Pegasus Kid’ – The name which was used by Benoit in Japan during the beginning of his career. Devitt is also one of the most talented individuals inside the ring and on the mic, and will undoubtedly be one of the biggest names in the business in a year or two.
#1 Kevin Steen
The person who tops our list is the most recent signing – former Ring of Honor superstar, Kevin Steen. Steen is regarded as one of the best heavyweights in the world today, and has been one of the most talked about wrestlers on the independent circuit for the past few years. One of Steen’s greatest rivalries was with ‘El Generico’, also known as Sami Zayn, who also happens to be on the NXT roster!
Steen is one of the most charismatic individuals in the business, and can also cut some of the greatest promos the fans can imagine. With the WWE finally signing Kevin, there is no doubt whatsoever that he will become one of the top guys in the company within the next couple of years.
