5 Ring of Honor wrestlers that could flourish in WWE

Ring of Honor (ROH) has afforded arguably the most talented wrestlers in the industry. ROH wrestlers such as Samoa Joe, Daniel Bryan, Will Osprey, and Christopher Daniels are all notable names. However, these names have since progressed usually landing in WWE.

During the Attitude Era, WWE signed names such as; Ken Shamrock and Brian Pillman. Whereas, in recent years stars such as; Shinsuke Nakamura, AJ Styles, Finn Balor have made their impact. Overall, WWE has tended to score big with their signings. In recent times WWE has been more selective when concerning their employment.

This year WWE has promoted talent from NXT which has limited the brand's entertainment capacity. Moreover, they have signed huge names like Bobby Lashley, Richochet, and War Machine. Furthermore, Deonna Purrazzo was announced to have signed with NXT.

Therefore, considering the immense talent which has signed with WWE, who else could sign? Moreover, with names such as Kenny Omega wrestling in Japan, WWE has a good selection to choose from. However, who could they be targeting?

Here are 5 Ring of Honor wrestlers who could flourish in WWE.

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#5 Adam Page

Adam Page as a member of the Bullet Club

Adam Page would debut for Ring of Honor in 2011, and since then he has risen to become a member of the renowned Bullet Club. In recent time he has held the ROH Six Man Tag Team championships alongside The Young Bucks, Matt and Nick Jackson. In addition, he wrestles regularly for New Japan Pro Wrestling.

Being six foot tall and athletic he has all the credentials to perform well in WWE. Moreover, with the likes of former Bullet Club members such as Adam Cole progressing exponentially, Page certainly has a bright future. However, it would depend on which storyline WWE would afford him.

Overall, Page has a solid ring technique and can match anyone in a tag team or singles competition. Furthermore, he is a member of the hottest stable in wrestling history. Therefore, could he reach the heights of former members such as; AJ Styles or Finn Balor. Whatever path is set for Page his future looks bright.

What could fans expect?

#4 Flip Gordon

Flip Gordon would be perfect in 205 Live

Flip Gordon performs in ROH and has garnered immense popularity. Since his debut in 2015, his character and ring credentials have developed exponentially. However, he has yet to achieve championship success.

Gordon possesses a unique wrestling style, primarily a blend or aerial maneuvres and technical mat wrestling. Ultimately he could be compared to Matt Sydal or AJ Styles. However, being under thirty his potential is yet to peak.

WWE is always seeking new talent to join 205 Live or NXT. Therefore, it is questionable why Gordon has yet to be signed. Nevertheless, Gordon is highly talented and it is almost inevitable that he will land in WWE. Just imagine the match options, such as; Gordon versus Richochet.

Could WWE bring in Flip Gordon?

#3 Punishment Martinez

Punishment Martinez could be as successful as The Undertaker

Punishment Martinez has progressed exponentially in ROH and Japan. Since his debut, Martinez has feuded with Marty Scurll and won the Survival of the Fittest tournament in 2017. However, he has yet to establish a legacy.

Martinez is destined for success within the wrestling industry. He boasts excellent ring skills and a character to match. Being similar to Bray Wyatt, his character is demonic and strange. Perhaps all that is missing is a good storyline.

With Martinez in WWE, the potential is almost unlimited. He could feud with Bray Wyatt. Moreover, he could form a rival stable to Sanity. Regardless of his chosen path, he could succeed anywhere. Furthermore, let us not forget his background in Goju-Ryu karate.

Could Punishment Martinez succeed in WWE?

#2 Marty Scurll

The 'Villain' Marty Scurll performing in ROH

Marty Scurll has worked everywhere expect WWE. Debuting in 2005 he has garnered immense popularity with his 'Villian' character. At present, he is working for New Japan Pro Wrestling and ROH. Presently he is a co-holder of the NEVER Openweight Six Man Tag Team championship alongside the Young Bucks.

In 2017 Marty Scurll's character came to prominence. He would join Bullet Club and become; ROH Television champion and IWGP Junior Heavyweight champion. During this time he had fantastic matches against; Jay Lethal, Kushida, and WIll Osprey.

Scurll possesses a unique wrestling style which is entertaining. Whether in tag team or singles competition he can work with anybody. Therefore, it would serve WWE immensely to sign Marty Scurll. The perfect opportunity would have been the United Kingdom tournament, which is no longer possible. However, let us await the future.

Could WWE sign the 'Villain' Marty Scurll this year?

#1 Jay Lethal

Jay Lethal is arguably the most decorated wrestler in ROH

Jay Lethal has seemingly taken the mantle which was held for ages by Sting. He is arguably the longest-serving wrestler to never have wrestled in WWE. Moreover, how has WWE missed their opportunity to sign Lethal?

Since 2001 Lethal has performed for multiple promotions, most notably; ROH and TNA (now Impact Wrestling). During his career, he has achieved immense success and is the only person to have concurrently held the Television and World championship in ROH. He has achieved everything expect success in WWE.

Being 33 years old Lethal has excellent ring credentials and can perform to a high standard, most notably against; Marty Scurll and Jay Briscoe. Throughout his career, his matches have been of high quality. Moreover, Lethal's move-set is diverse, with perhaps the best Diving Elbow drop to rival 'Macho Man' Randy Savage.

Could WWE finally pull the trigger?