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One of the best things about pro-wrestling, and WWE, in particular, is that the rumour mill never stops functioning. A lot of reliable sources circulate rumours pertaining to our favourite wrestlers and the backstage plans of the management. While some of them do come true, a lot of them remain as it is.
In this section, we bring you all the optimistic rumors and hope they all come to fruition. When will Shawn Michaels make an in-ring return? How long will the feud between Daniel Bryan and Miz continue? When will Chris Jericho make his NJPW return? And, which rising independent star is on WWE's radar?
We have all those rumors covered in this section. Without any further ado, here are 13 WWE rumors that should come true.
#13 A big NJPW WrestleKingdom match is planned for Neville
Neville was one of the brightest prospects WWE had squandered. The King of the Cruiserweights had a perfect blend of agility and grappling skills that could have taken the Cruiserweight division by storm. He had a great run as the Cruiserweight Champion but walked out of the company after he, supposedly, had refused to lose to Enzo Amore.
But now, as WWE has released him officially, he can work on the indies or other top promotions of the world. So, it is natural for NJPW to pounce on the opportunity and offer him a match at WrestleKingdom. The rumors are doing rounds that Will Ospreay wants to have a match with him at Tokyo Dome!
However, according to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Neville has refrained from participating in the match due to some "legal issues." Furthermore, he even "went off the grid" and isn't even replying to any promoters.
As of this moment, we have no idea when his so-called "legal issues" will be solved. However, if it is puzzled out indeed, do expect a match against Will Ospreay on the cards.
#12 Bandido is on WWE's radar
Bandido has been the breakout star of 2017 in the independent circuit so far. The Luchador's stock value has increased exponentially this year, and it is only a matter of time since he pens a deal with a big wrestling promotion like WWE, ROH, Impact, or NJPW.
Well, the moment might come sooner than everyone is expecting as he is already on WWE's radar. Mike Johnson of PWInsider Elite (H/T: EWrestling.com) asserted that WWE is keeping a keen eye on Bandido after being impressed with his performance at ALL IN and the PWG BOLA 2018 where he was one of the three finalists.
#11 NXT's Street Profits to be added to the New Day
NXT has transitioned from a developmental brand to that of capable in giving tough competition to Raw and SmackDown. Unlike Raw and SmackDown, the yellow and black brand features some terrific tag team wrestling instead of mere comedy segments.
Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins, collectively known as the Street Profits, are one of the most talented tag teams in NXT, although they are yet to receive a title shot. However, they could travel to greener pastures as according to Mike Johnson of PWInsider Elite (H/T: Ringsidenews.com), they could be a part of the New Day.
“If at some point on SmackDown if The New Day become stale, if you put Dawkins or Ford in there as something to add a little pep to that group.”
He further elucidated that this has nothing to do with their race. If they do get a call-up, it would be solely due to their talent and charisma. The New Day is, inarguably, the best stable of the PG Era, and it would be a welcome change if the management adds some more members to the group.
#10 WWE building towards Mustafa Ali vs. Hideo Itami in a Last Man Standing Match
This past week on 2015 Live, Mustafa Ali and Hideo Itami had one hell of a match. In the end, the referee counted out both the men, and Drake Maverick came on to look over the competitors. A high-profile feud between that of Hideo Itami and Mustafa Ali can't end like that.
According to Mike Johnson of PWInsider Elite, the feud will culminate to a Last Man Standing match where the score will be settled once and for all. Here is the full transcript via Ringsidenews.com:
“To me, while I do prefer a good clean finish above all else the TV show story is meant to build toward something grander and meant to build toward something bigger which obviously watching this I felt that they are building to a last man standing match. That’s the only way it makes sense to me, I thought it was perfect for that story.”
205 Live might be the best show you are missing on the WWE Network. If you are skipping the show till now, please do watch the episode when the match in question takes place.
#9 Candice Lerae vs. Lacey Evans to be added to Evolution
Candice LeRae and Lacey Evans are two of the most talented female wrestlers in the NXT locker although they aren't on the title scenario. Well, everyone can't get the opportunity if the roster is stacked to the brim.
If they miss out on the Evolution PPV, it would be a grave injustice to their talent. However, that might not be a case as WWE might be a planning for a singles match between them. Richard Trionfo of PWInsider Elite remarked that they would have a match between them to remind the fans that there are other women on the NXT roster other than Kairi Saine and Shayna Baszler. Here is the full transcript via Ringsidenews.com:
“This is when you go black and white vs color. You have the whole 1950’s values with Leave It To Beaver/Happy Days stay-at-home wife caring for the husband and children and Candice being that modern woman who’s forged her own career and has found someone in the same industry that she’s in to form a couple.”
“So you’ve got that old school vs new school mentality and not doing it in a way where you’re sort of sitting there going, ‘okay we’re going to have parodies of both kinds of women and kind of bastardize it.'”
“So we’ll see where they go and if this leads to a match at Evolution, who knows or a couple weeks into the next TV tapings. But it’s also important for both woman to remind us, ‘hey there are other women in the division other than Shayna and Kairi.'”
#8 Cody teases ALL IN 2 again
Cody embarked on a new journey on September 1 when he successfully hosted ALL IN at the Chicago Sears Centre. He revolutionized the pro-wrestling business and proved to everyone that WWE doesn't own pro-wrestling. Since then, only one question is hovering around the mind of the fans: Will there be a second installment of ALL IN?
Well, Cody hasn't confirmed it but teased its possibility in the latest NWA video. Here is the transcript via WrestlingInc.com:
"There is a question of whether we do it again. And the best answer I can give you is, it could have been a great night of matches at Chicago, sure, that's all it could have been. But it felt like more, it felt like a revolution. Revolutions aren't just one night."
Indeed, revolutions aren't just about one night only. If Cody does want to provide the wrestlers an alternative to WWE, then the second instalment is a must.
#7 Chris Jericho to return at November's NJPW Power Struggle
Chris Jericho, the most unpredictable man in the pro-wrestling business outside WWE, might show up at NJPW's Power Struggle Show. One ought to note that it was the same Power Struggle Show in 2017 that Y2J announced his intention to face Kenny Omega at WrestleKingdom 12 for the IWGP United States Championship.
According to Randall Ortman of Cagesideseats, Chris Jericho might return at NJPW's Power Struggle show where EVIL will show up and challenge the 9-time Intercontinental Championship to a match for the title.
It is only a matter of time since EVIL and Chris Jericho lock horns with each other. The former NEVER Openweight Champion came to the rescue of Tetsuya Naito after he lost the title to Chris Jericho. It drew the ire of the newly-crowned champion and could prove to be costly for him.
#6 WWE is having huge plans for NXT TakeOver before WrestleMania 35
This year's WrestleMania weekend is going to be one of the most interesting WrestleMania Weekends of all time. This is because 8.6 miles away from the MetLife Stadium- the venue of WrestleMania 35- ROH and NJPW will be collaborating for the G1 Supercard show in the Madison Square Garden a day before.
And if you have been following WWE for a long time, you might have already guessed that one day before major pay-per-views, WWE produces its TakeOver events featuring their NXT prospects. On April 9th, 2019, it will be NXT vs. ROH/ NJPW at New York City, and WWE isn't taking the challenge lightly.
According to TicketDrew, WWE is already preparing for the TakeOver event, and the fans shouldn't miss it.
#5 Daniel Bryan vs. the Miz to be prolonged further
The moment Daniel Bryan announced his return to in-ring competition, the fans had only one question in their mind- When will he get his hands on the Miz? And now, as they are already on the same brand, and feuding against each other, they don't want the feud to get over quick.
We shouldn't worry about it as TicketDrew asserts that the feud will be prolonged further. The feud is expected to be a long one although he hasn't given a date as to when their bloodlust would be satiated.
Daniel Bryan vs. Miz could even headline WrestleMania if it is built properly. It would be interesting if WWE can perpetuate it that further.
#4 Rey Mysterio to return next week or the week after on Raw or SmackDown
Rey Mysterio has, supposedly, signed a two year deal with WWE. While the WWE hasn't confirmed it yet, every reliable source will assert you that it is the case. So, when will he return?
According to Joe Peiseich of No Holds Barred Podcast, the Mexican luchador might finally return next week or the week after on Raw or SmackDown. Here is the full transcript via Ringsidenews.com:
“Rey Mysterio did sign his deal. Rey Mysterio signed a 2-year contract. Expect Rey Mysterio to show up next week or the week after on Raw or SmackDown. I don’t know which one he’ll be showing up on, but Rey Mysterio has signed a 2-year deal with WWE.”
Ringsidenews had reported earlier that his first feud would be against the United States champion Shinsuke Nakamura. Only time will tell whether it will come into fruition or not.
#3 WWE teases DX v/s Brothers of Destruction
The Instagram posts of the official WWE account and that of the superstars do reveal the company's plans sometimes. Remember, John Cena had hinted that AJ Styles would make his way to the WWE through his cryptic Instagram post!
And now, another post by WWE's official account has initiated the rumors that DX and Brothers of Destruction would lock horns somewhere down the line.
DX vs. Brothers of Destruction can be more than just a fantasy warfare if Shawn Michaels agrees to come out of his retirement. Moreover, it could also pave way for a singles match between Shawn Michaels and the Undertaker which has also been doing talks lately.
#2 Undertaker is working Survivor Series
The Undertaker has appeared in WrestleMania, the Greatest Royal Rumble, WWE MSG show, and the 3rd September episode of Raw this year. While he would take on Triple H in the SuperShow Down in Australia, the air surrounding his status for Survivor Series hasn't been cleared.
But, Mike Johnson of PWInsider.com remarked that Undertaker will be working the Survivor Series at the Staples Center. He further added that the Deadman is scheduled for an autograph signing in the same city the night before.
Well, he won't travel all the way from Death Valley to Los Angeles just for an autograph signing; would he? But, if he is working Survivor Series, who would be his opponent?
#1 Shawn Michaels to face the Undertaker at Royal Rumble or Survivor Series
The answer is Shawn Michaels. The rumours of the match between the two legends have been doing talks since the Undertaker interrupted Shawn Michaels in the 3rd September episode of Raw.
And, according to Sportsindiashow, Shawn Michaels and the Undertaker would face each other at the Royal Rumble or Survivor Series.
The Heartbreak Kid and DX are already rumoured to be in a tag team action against the Brothers of Destruction as mentioned earlier. Perhaps, the rivalry would be escalated between the two at the tag team match, and would finally culminate into a match at Survivor Series or Royal Rumble.
