5 superstars from 205 Live who could succeed on Monday Night RAW or SmackDown Live

After the WWE Superstar Shakeup, a great deal of attention was paid to both the Raw and SmackDown Live rosters. Changes on both brands occurred as there were additions from the opposing brands, NXT and some superstars made big debuts or returns.

However, one division was not affected, and it is a division that isn't short on talent and has begun to re-establish itself and its characters, and that is 205 Live. One thing it has always had is quality workers that do their absolute best to make the most of their time on television.

As time passes, fans are beginning to see more and more of the different characters as they are developing. The next question is - could any of these talents succeed on either Raw or SmackDown Live?

We don't just believe that some can and will succeed. We will go as far as to provide readers with a list of five names that stand out the most and have the most potential. Here are five 205 Live superstars who can succeed on either Raw or SmackDown Live.

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#5 TJ Perkins

Perkins has 'offered' his services to the SmackDown Live brand on a few occasions via social media

His crafty and cocky nature would fit in perfectly as part of either Raw or SmackDown. During his initial run as a face, it was hard to picture him achieving success anywhere but on 205 Live.

However after turning heel and initially aligning himself with Neville, Perkins has shown how much depth he has as a character.

Whether it's his dabbing or the perpetual smug look on his face that rubs fans the wrong way, he has a confidence that shows each time he has a microphone in front of him, or when he is facing a former friend.

Adding to that - he is technically smooth in the ring, it really is a marvel that he isn't on either Raw or Smackdown. His weight may suggest that he should remain on the show, but his wrestling ability suggests otherwise.

Each of his moves demonstrates a technical savvy, but with a contemporary and innovative twist on them. The initial Cruiserweight Champion could really sink his teeth into a role on either brand moving forward.

#4 Drew Gulak

Gulak has been one of the most consistent heels on the brand since his debut

Upon joining 205 Live, Gulak wasn't really given much in the way of character. That isn't to say he didn't have the capability to portray a compelling character, but since he initially had fewer opportunities to showcase just how good he could be, it was hard to see. With time Gulak was given the anti high-flier protester character.

As time passed that eventually led to his PowerPoint presentations that were grating to the fans, but served their purpose. It showcased just how good of a heel he could be, getting under everyone's skin.

He was eventually paired with Enzo Amore as part of the Zo Train, and his straight man personality was such an odd fit that it was actually quite good.

As part of either Raw or SmackDown, Gulak could further embrace the new edge his character has displayed lately. When we add this to how technically sound he is, it just makes sense to put him on either of the two big brands.

#3 The Brian Kendrick

Former WWE Cruiserweight and Tag team champion - Kendrick knows exactly what it takes to be successful

When he returned to WWE during the Cruiserweight Classic, Kendrick received a hero's welcome. He battled valiantly under the belief that this could be his last chance. It all came to a head when he ultimately lost, but received a standing ovation from the crowd in attendance and was embraced in the ring by long-time friend Daniel Bryan.

Both men attended the same wrestling school run by Shawn Michaels many years ago. And when 205 Live was announced, Kendrick arrived, and he went from the sentimental favorite of the group to the most deceptive of heels. He ultimately won the Cruiserweight championship.

At one point many years ago, Kendrick was part of the SmackDown Live roster and engaged in feuds with the likes of John Cena. He is a former tag team champion and could certainly provide an experienced and cagy character on the roster.

Kendrick is no pushover - and now that he is back from injury, he certainly could succeed on either of the two top brands as he once did.

#2 Jack Gallagher

Gallagher could be every bit the heel William Regal was during his time on Raw and SmackDown

Gallagher has completely done an about face since he first appeared in the Cruiserweight Classic. He was initially seen as a throwback with his wrestling attire and mustache. His matches at times were comical, as he would tie his opposition up in knots leaving them to squirm, while the audience would laugh at what transpired.

Gallagher returned to the roster after a short absence. In an act no one saw coming, he attacked Cedric Alexander, aiding the man whom he had been feuding with for some time - The Brian Kendrick.

Gallagher abandoned his tights for a more formal attire that is as much an homage to Sherlock Holmes as anything else.

However, whether playing a face or a heel, the one incredible quality Gallagher has is his ability to deliver a meaningful promo.

His wrestling has never taken a back seat, with his rich character and an arrogant English nature about him, he is someone who could easily succeed on either top brand today.

#1 Cedric Alexander

The current WWE Cruiserweight champion could have some incredible matches on Raw or SmackDown

As the current Cruiserweight champion, Alexander has shown that he is the most deserving man on the roster, with his continued dedication to improvement.

He has faced injury which caused setbacks and was caught in some odd pairings, especially the one with Alicia Fox. However he has emerged out of the shadows and engaged in some incredible matches against the likes of TJ Perkins and Drew Gulak, among others.

It would be amazing to see just how far he could go if he's allowed to spread his wings and deliver promos that were more off the cuff.

For anyone that saw Alexander during his time in Ring of Honor, they witnessed just how effective he could be as a heel, and that he could be quite dastardly.

As a face he has shown how competitive he can be and how much intensity he has, but adding a little more of an edge would also help showcase another dimension of his character. This would certainly be something best shown on either Monday Night RAW or SmackDown Live.