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Gimmicks and storylines are integral to Pro Wrestling. It is, in fact, the reason why pro-wrestling is so intensive on the entertainment factor and maintains a strong fan base.
While gimmicks are an important part in the development of a character, it is up to the storylines that keep the flow of action running and keep the fans engaged. It has always been particularly noticeable in the WWE with the fans being highly engaged in the course of action and idolizing superstars on the basis of their gimmicks.
Who can ever forget the moment when Kane made his debut as the mentally unstable younger brother of the Undertaker? Who can ever forget the shock waves that were sent through the WWE universe when Hulk Hogan turned face? Who can ever forget Stone Cold Steve Austin's 3:16 speech?
While it is absolutely justified when someone says that it is not possible to create such moments every now and then, it is true that there should be some course of action where the audience is kept engaged. While we did see quite a threeway feud unfolding with Randy Orton Viciously attacking Jeff Hardy after his match against Shinsuke Nakamura, we would like to see a few more such feuds and storylines. While the WWE universe was particularly excited to witness Randy Orton in a role that he fits best in, we would like to see a few more storylines.
#5 Drew McIntyre
One of the things that the WWE universe would unanimously agree to is the fact that Drew McIntyre is currently one of the best performers on the RAW roster. To be honest, he has always been.
If we were to take into account his earlier run, no one really liked how he was treated by WWE creative. For someone who was once hailed as 'The Chosen One', the WWE universe was particularly upset when he was reduced to a mere joke as a part of 3 MB.
However, with his exit from the company in 2014, he re-established himself as a prime player in the independent circuit as Drew Galloway.
His subsequent stint in Impact Wrestling was particularly noteworthy and his return to the WWE can be considered to be a continuation of that same persona.
However, in spite of the great performances that he has been putting up, (his match against Seth Rollins the last week for example or his performance in the triple threat this week) WWE creative does not seem to have any direction to lead him.
He has since been relegated to being Dolph Ziggler's sidekick which has not been doing him any favour. Although the emergence of a divide between him and Ziggler seems evident (It is generally how such tag teams come to an end), it would be wise for the WWE not to delay it for too long.
We have seen in his earlier stint that he carries the IC title really well and had some tremendous storylines with the title being the centre. That being said, it is high time that the WWE put him in some meaningful feuds and storylines (we saw the kind of magic he created against Rollins) and avoid letting such a talent go to waste yet again.
#4 The Authors of Pain
Now, to be honest, it is not just Vince McMahon who likes to see big nasty men in the ring. Most of the WWE universe does so too. Now, speaking of tag teams, the tag division is particularly stacked right now.
While we have a stacked division on SmackDown comprising of the Bludgeon Brothers, Team Hell No, The Bar and the Usos among others, the tag team division on Raw is particularly slim right now consisting of Deleters of Worlds, the B-Team and Titus Worldwide at the most.
However, WWE creative doesn't have much of a vision for one of the teams that have the most potential, The Authors of Pain.
It is particularly sad to see that as they are one of those teams that really deserve some limelight. The AOP is actually one of those teams that deserve a place somewhere in the top among the tag team division.
Although not immediately, but putting the tag championships would add some solid credibility to not only the team but also the titles where some solid storylines can be created.
Also, we did not see any more of Ellering after they abandoned him saying he wasn't of any use to them now. It would only be sensible on the WWE's part that they use Ellering to bring in some faction to counter the Authors of Pain.
Looking at the talent they possess, we can only wish that the WWE creative does come up with some decent storylines for them.
#3 Becky Lynch
Becky Lynch might easily be among the most loved superstars in the SmackDown women's division right now and her in-ring capabilities are without a shadow of a doubt among the best.
However, the 'Irish Lass kicker' has been booked poorly after her loss of the SmackDown Women's championship and she needs some serious storyline to build a momentum that would lend credibility to her tough persona.
However, if we take a look at the recent developments, we might be on the way to witnessing some solid storyline involving her and the SmackDown Women's title.
#4 Tye Dillinger
If there is one thing that is consistent with Tye Dillinger, it is the fact that his performances keep on receiving praises.
The Perfect Ten is hands down one of the best performers on the roster right now and going by his credentials, we can only say that the WWE hasn't treated him fairly. What's worse is the fact that, every time he seemed to be receiving a push, he was brought back from it.
The last time we saw this was when he answered AJ Styles' open challenge and got into a feud with Baron Corbin. Sadly, although the fans were excited to see Tye Dillinger take on Baron Corbin in a legitimate feud, it never happened.
However, as usual, his performance against Styles earned him much applause. Sadly, WWE hasn't booked him as well as he should be and we only wish the WWE builds better storylines to bring him to prominence.
#5 Finn Balor
The inaugural Universal Champion is without a shadow of a doubt, one of the most charismatic superstars on the roster along with being a performer of the topmost tier.
However, if we were to take a look at his resume after his return from injury, he has not been involved in any meaningful feuds apart from the one revolving around the IC championship against Seth Rollins or his feud against Bray Wyatt.
Also, every time the WWE universe expects to see him inching closer to the 'title that he never lost', he is pushed back in some way or the other. Finally, it has been quite a while that we have been treated to a sight of the Demon King.
How about we finally get to see him unleash it against the Beast Incarnate?
