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Ring of Honor has existed since 2002. Since then a plethora of talent has flourished within its lifecycle, (watch the video below). Notable examples include Daniel Bryan, Samoa Joe, Adam Cole, Kevin Owens, and recently Punishment Martinez.
Ultimately, ROH affords fans with excellent entertainment and has helped improve independent wrestling.
In recent times names such as Cody, The Hardy Boys, and Emma have left WWE and found success in ROH. Therefore, it proves ROH is a basis for improvement and development. Nevertheless, performers often transition between promotions. Could fans expect more ROH performers to debut in WWE? Let's explore some options.
#3 Dalton Castle (NXT)
Dalton Castle currently performs for ROH. However, his career spans a multitude of other promotions. Between 2013-2015 Castle wrestled in Chikara. During his tenure, he created his alternate character Smooth Sailing Ashley Remington. From 2013, Castle also performed for ROH, alongside his time with Chikara.
Overall, Castle is a former ROH Six-Man Tag Team Champion, and ROH World Champion. Arguably he has helped developed ROH in recent years.
This October, Chris Jericho hosted his Rock N Rager cruise event. One of the main attractions was the Sea of Honor tournament, won by Flip Gordon. However, another participant was Dalton Castle, or should it be, Ashley Remington. After Castle progressed to the Quarterfinals, it was announced he could not compete due to a concussion. The following match saw Castle masquerade as Ashley Remington, a throwback to his tenure in Chikara.
Castle's involvement with ROH has been excellent to witness. Whether working alongside Boy 1 or Boy 2, his performances are stellar. Just watch his match with Jay Lethal, (watch the video below). A character akin to legends such as Randy Savage and Rick Rude, Castle has immense potential for success. However, in ROH it seems this success has limitations. Therefore, what is on the cards for Castle?
The NXT division has provided platforms for multiple established performers. Thus Castle could flourish. Additionally, the storytelling potential is almost limitless. For example, Castle could feud with similar characters such as Velveteen Dream.
Ultimately that feud would print money, let's be honest here. Moreover, it benefits NXT. Therefore, when could we expect Dalton Castle to debut?
#2 Flip Gordon (205 Live)
Flip Gordon is relatively new to the wrestling industry having debuted in 2015. Before his wrestling career, Gordon served in the National Guard. However, within professional wrestling, he has flourished. At present, he performs with ROH and NJPW, via a working relationship. During Chris Jericho's Rock N Rager cruise, Gordon would win the inaugural Sea of Honor tournament, defeating Jay Briscoe
Throughout his relatively short tenure, Gordon has proven his worth. On ROH television he has been involved in multiple storylines. Notably, losing efforts against ROH Champion Jay Lethal and former NWA World Champion Nick Aldis, (watch the video below. These matches were excellent to witness.
With Gordon's presence in WWE 205 Live, things could become interesting. Firstly, storytelling would improve. Secondly, match quality would exponentially flourish. Just imagine Gordon versus Drew Gulak.
Or perhaps Gordon facing off with WWE Cruiserweight Champion Buddy Murphy. Whether or not this comes to fruition, Gordon would make an immense addition to WWE. Let's not forget his similarities with Finn Balor for example. Ultimately WWE needs more performers like Flip Gordon.
#1 Marty Scurll (Raw or SmackDown)
Marty Scurll is arguably one of the most underrated performers on the independent scene, which is unfortunate considering he began wrestling in 2005. Moreover, he has performed with a plethora of promotions. Notably, ROH, NJPW, Impact Wrestling, and Progress Wrestling. Presently, only WWE has eluded him.
In 2016 Scurll made an intense impact. He would first defeat Will Ospreay to become ROH Television Champion. Then, in 2017, Scurll would progress to join Bullet Club, replacing Adam Cole. Since then Scurll has garnered success inside and outside the ring. He would capture IWGP Junior Heavyweight championships. Alongside Kenny Omega, Cody, and The Young Bucks he helped develop the successful YouTube channel Being The Elite (watch the video below).
Whether working with Chris Jericho at the recent Rock N Rager cruise, or alongside his Elite stablemates, Scurll has become a future wrestling legend. However, now is the time for the next platform.
With recent speculation of The Elite joining WWE, it could mean great things for Scurll. Notwithstanding it requires WWE signing every member. Nevertheless, Scurll would be fantastic in WWE.
Just imagine - Scurll versus Pete Dunne on NXT UK, or versus Seth Rollins on Raw. The only issue could be Scurll's recent Survival of the Fittest victory. It could prevent him leaving ROH, due to world championship prospects.
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