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Ruby Riott has become the latest former WWE superstar to make headlines for potentially making a jump over to All Elite Wrestling. According to Fightful Select, AEW is reportedly set to sign Ruby Riott, now known as Ruby Soho, to a deal when her non compete clause expires later this month. This opens the door for a world of possibilities.
When looking at the long list of WWE releases this year, there aren't many superstars who were as well regarded and respected as Ruby Riott. The Riott Squad leader was seen as a missed opportunity for the company since she was never given a chance to succeed.
With the much maligned AEW women's division, new talent is always needed. The creative also plays a part with the stars that they have. AEW must produce tantalizing matchups to make the most of any signing they acquire. In this article, let's take a look at the five dream matches for Ruby Riott in AEW.
#5 Ruby Riott vs. Riho
Whether in singles or tag team competitions, Ruby Riott was often overlooked. When she arrives at All Elite Wrestling, Ruby has to be given a prominent role and will be across the ring from the best performers on the women's roster. When discussing top talent in the women's division, fans should always mention the first AEW Women's World Champion Riho.
Riho delivered consistently when she became the champion. Not only did Riho excel inside the squared circle, but she was also a ratings draw for the company. Her rivalry with Nyla Rose was the first women's matches to stand out and steal the show on many episodes of AEW Dynamite. Ruby Riott would be hard-pressed to find another opponent who can give her a better matchup than Riho.
This will be a very competitive contest that should please the AEW audience. Ruby Riott is a veteran that is technically sound and has a unique look. Going up against the underdog, Riho could allow Riott to be introduced in a heel that she has shown in the past that she can produce in. This is an encounter that could be a showstealer.
#4 Ruby Riott vs. Serena Deeb
Ruby Riott has received glowing reviews for her in-ring work, attitude and backstage demeanor. She was a friend to many backstage in WWE and seen as a locker room leader. This is very similar to how Serena Deeb was viewed by many in the promotion.
Serena Deeb won the NWA Women's World Championship and had a successful reign that saw many quality encounters against Thunder Rosa, Riho and Tay Conti. Although WWE gave Deeb a role as a trainer and coach, she has seen a lot more success in All Elite Wrestling. Serena has to be someone that Ruby Riott looks to follow in the footsteps of.
Serena Deeb is known as "The Professor of Professional Wrestling". She has drawn comparisons to Bret "The Hitman" Hart and Dean Malenko. That is high praise for anyone in the business. She delivers in the ring and has helped along with many of the young women on the roster. Despite Ruby Riott being experienced herself, she can still learn from Deeb.
Ruby Riott and Serena Deeb could be a fun rivalry that would produce good-to-great matches in the ring. It is also a tossup of who could play which role. Both women have shown that they can play heel or babyface. It makes for a very intriguing feud and contests against one another.
#3 Ruby Riott vs. Hikaru Shida
When Ruby Riott is introduced to All Elite Wrestling, she will be looking to make an immediate impact. This means that she has to be in the ring with established female talent. There aren't many women on the entire roster as credible as the former AEW Women's World Champion Hikaru Shida.
Shida was the longest reigning champion in the entire company, holding the AEW Women's World Championship for over one year. In that reign, she beat a who's who of challengers from Thunder Rosa to Nyla Rose to Big Swole to Abadon. She consistently gave the women's division a stable force and an anchor.
Although Shida hasn't been seen as much since losing her title, she only needs the right opponent to be right back in a viable role once again. Ruby Riott coming in and attacking the former champ could be what both women need. Riott would target Shida and look to take her position after her dominant run with the gold, while Shida could try to overcome a women's competitor with name recognition.
These two women are among the best women's wrestlers in the world. Ruby Riott could match Shida's hard-hitting style, unlike many other women can. She has shown a physical intensity that could match up well with Shida. The former champ is known for busting open Britt Baker's nose and could try to do the same with Ruby. This would be a banger in more ways than one.
#2 Ruby Riott vs. Britt Baker
If Ruby Riott wants to make her way straight to the top of All Elite Wrestling, there is no better way to do that than challenging the AEW Women's World Champion Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. There might not be a more complete opposite to Riott than Baker. The Doctor has become a bonafide superstar that is undeniable in every way for the promotion.
Britt Baker's epic rivalry with Thunder Rosa put both women on the map. Their Unsanctioned Lights Out Match was a Match of the Year candidate and propelled Baker straight to the mountaintop. She defeated Hikaru Shida to win the AEW Women's World Championship at Double Or Nothing 2021.
Since her victory at the pay-per-view, Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D., defeated Nyla Rose to retain her gold and has challenged the rest of the roster to step up to her. Ruby Riott coming in and stepping up to the plate would be the perfect way to introduce herself to AEW. She could match the physicality that Baker has become synonymous with.
During her time on the independent scene, Ruby Riott put on extreme encounters that are akin to what Britt Baker has delivered for AEW. It would come down to which woman is willing to do whatever it takes to get the victory and walk out with the gold. This will be a contest that fans will want to see, but there is one other that is a little more appealing.
#1 Ruby Riott vs. Thunder Rosa
Ruby Riott was among the most under-utilized WWE superstars of the past few years. Her time as the Riott Squad leader showed her poise and ability to make things work. Ruby displayed that she was dependable and reliable in and out of the ring. Many of these traits could be stated for the newest member of the AEW roster, Thunder Rosa.
Rosa arrived at All Elite Wrestling as the NWA Women's World Champion. La Mera Mera took on Hikaru Shida in a Champion vs. Champion battle at All Out 2020. Despite coming up short, Thunder Rosa has become a mainstay in the promotion. She really started to hit her stride when Rosa crossed paths with Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D.
Their rivalry became a highlight of the All Elite Wrestling weekly. They had a hard hitting clash at Beach Break, but this paled in comparison to the lengths that the two women went to in their Unsanctioned Lights Out Match on the March 17th AEW St. Patrick's Day Slam. It stands as one of the greatest matches in AEW Dynamite history.
Now that Thunder Rosa is officially a member of the AEW roster, it seems like an ideal time to have her interact with more women in the division. Ruby Riott may find her first rival in the former NWA Women's World Champion. These are two of the most crisp and polished female performers in all of wrestling.
Not only do these two women perform well in the ring and on the microphone, but they both have dynamic looks that stand out among the pack. Ruby Riott embraces the alternative lifestyle with her tattoos and hair color, while Thunder Rosa's face paint and attire showcases her love for her Mexican heritage.
Thunder Rosa has achieved so much in the past two years by betting on herself and capitalizing on every single opportunity given to her. Ruby Riott has to use this as an example and make the most of her chance to succeed in AEW. These two women can produce the type of matchup that can elevate them both and the entire division.
The AEW women's division has seen a lot of starts and stops. It comes down to consistent booking because the talent is there. The addition of Ruby Riott will just bring more attention to the roster. Thunder Rosa becoming officially All Elite means that fans will see more from her as well. That is why Thunder Rosa is the best dream match for Ruby Riott in AEW.
