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Sometimes a wrestling career has to be on the 'slow burner,' building momentum gradually over time. Men such as Triple H are a good example. He spent years in silly upper crust gimmicks before he struck gold as the Game nearly a decade into his career.
Then, there are others who just seem to blaze like a supernova right out of the gate. Goldberg is the best example of this kind of wrestler, who simply seems to thunder into legendary status in little time.
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There are a ton of bright young talents in the wrestling world today, men and women who in spite of being relatively young or new to their careers are surely destined for greatness. Here are ten wrestlers who will be legends in the future.
#1 Otis "Dozer" Dozovic
The funnier half of Heavy Machinery is also an accomplished Greco roman wrestler and amateur athlete. Otis was so popular during his amateur wrestling days that his high school regularly ran out of tickets to his matches.
That popularity seems to have translated into the professional ring. Heavy Machinery is one of the most popular tag teams in NXT, and with good reason.
Why he's a future legend: Dozovic has the size, the power, the amateur background and a unique look and personality all his own. No less than Triple H has stated he believes Dozovic is a future world champion, and who wants to argue with the Game
#2 All Night Tucker Knight
Equally as impressive as his partner Otis Dozovic is Tucker Knight. The All American wrestler and the collegiate standout is similar to Dozer in many ways.
He is also big, powerful, yet graceful and has a cheerful and humorous persona that serves him well.
Why he's a future legend: Knight's amateur background gives him credibility other of his peers' lack, and he has the size and the athletic ability to dominate WWE in the coming years.
#3 Flip Gordon
The fresh-faced Army vet scored an elusive Ring of Honor contract early in his career, and with good reason. He has tremendous athleticism, and pinpoint accuracy in his high flying moves.
Why he's a future legend: Comparisons to AJ Styles and Austin Aries abound. A gifted athlete who is still quite young, Gordon will only get better as his career goes on.
#4 Bianca Belair
The former track and field star and Crossfit champion entered pro wrestling when a medical condition forced her retirement from the Crossfit circuit.
Her tryout video was spied by Hall of Famer Mark Henry, who said he would get her a tryout with NXT, but then it would be all up to her. Belair has almost certainly made Henry proud with her athleticism, poise, and personality.
Why she's a future legend: Belair conducts herself like a champion already, and her confidence and verve are already turning heads. So long as her medical issues don't hinder her, she is a definite future women's champion.
#5 Punishment Martinez
Latino stars are often typecast as Luchadors or gang members. Martinez is no Luchadore--but he can fly like one!
The towering, frightening Martinez was snapped up quickly by Ring of Honor, a promotion with a great eye for talent, having launched the careers of, oh, half of WWE's current mid-card and main event roster.
Why he's a future legend: Much like the Undertaker--with whom he is often compared--Martinez is a big man who can move with liquid grace. His persona and look are fantastic, and he just oozes championship appeal.
#6 WALTER
Current PWG champion WALTER is a big fan of the late Vader. Much like his idol, WALTER blends power and surprising agility but one-ups the mastodon by utilizing a nearly perfect technical game.
Why he's a future legend: WALTER has size, speed, technical acumen, and a fantastic look. He has impressed the discerning PWG audience, which is no mean feat for a big man.
#7 The Velveteen Dream
When a legend like Hulk Hogan practically begs to be your manager, you know you're doing it right!
The Velveteen Dream has now carried two feuds almost exclusively on his back, one with Aleister Black and another with Ricochet, with whom he had a stellar five-star match recently.
Why he's a future legend: Style, panache, charisma, and the athletic ability to keep up with the former Prince Puma make him all but guaranteed to be a superstar.
#8 Akam
The younger of the Authors of Pain also has quite the impressive pedigree. A standout Amateur wrestler in his native Canada, Akam was considered to be a prospect for that country's Olympic team in 2016 but he decided to pursue pro wrestling instead. The Punjabi powerhouse has already tasted gold early in his career.
Why he's a future legend: No less than Gerald Brisco scouted Akam initially. When a WWE legend and Hall of Famer sets his sights on you for greatness, success is almost a guarantee. Akam is powerful but very, very quick, and his Olympic level wrestling ability is a huge boon as the sport of pro wrestling continues to be influenced by MMA.
#9 Tyler Bate
British born Tyler Bate is just twenty-one years of age, yet is already a former champion. One of the brightest of the newest crop of European wrestlers to join the WWE, his matches have set the standard and provide a snapshot of what the future of pro wrestling will look like.
Why he's a future legend: Tyler Bate seems like you could drop him off in the shoot days of professional wrestling with men like Frank Gotch and he'd still be able to soar. His blend of tenacity, skill, and babyfaced good looks will take him all the way to the top during his career.
#10 Pete Dunne
Possessed of one of the best minds for wrestling since Jake the Snake Roberts, Pete Dunne brings masterful psychology in his approach to wrestling. Already a multi-time champion at the age of 24, he has continued to turn heads in the wrestling industry both as a worker and a promoter.
Why he's a future legend: Pete Dunne is not only a superb wrestler, he's an innovator. He brings out the best in every opponent--he even coaxed Enzo Amore into a halfway decent match--and he has a great character and poise that will make him a legend.
There you have it; Ten young stars, ten future legends. Who else do you think might become a legend of wrestling? Please comment and let us know.
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