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WWE Royal Rumble 2022 is just a few weeks away, as the prestigious show is on Saturday, January 29. Many fans are already excited to see which stars will shine at the premium live event, which will officially kick off the road to WrestleMania.
The annual 30-Woman Royal Rumble match will be on the card, and the winner of this bout will subsequently challenge for the women's championship of their choosing at WrestleMania. At the 2021 edition, Bianca Belair emerged victorious in the battle royal and took the next step in her rise to the top.
WWE always delivers some surprising entrants in the match, and the company has already announced some of them for this year's contest. Names such as The Bella Twins, Kelly Kelly, Michelle McCool and IMPACT Knockouts World Champion Mickie James will compete.
Including legends in the Royal Rumble is commonplace; in doing so, WWE gives fans blasts from the past. Just as the presence of these entrants pays tribute to the past, the promotion also shines a spotlight on its future through NXT. Superstars from WWE's third brand often participate in the match.
In fact, six NXT stars from the women's division entered the match in 2021.There is every chance that the same could happen in this year's bout, as WWE looks to fill out the list of entrants.
Leaning on NXT will help the company fill slots for the Royal Rumble match and give the revamped brand more exposure to a wider audience. Not every WWE fan watches the third brand, so highlighting some of the shows' performers could be beneficial.
With that said, let's take a look at five WWE NXT 2.0 Superstars who could be added to the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble match.
#5 Cora Jade could be added to the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble match
What a twelve months it has been for Cora Jade. She made her debut on 205 Live in January 2020 just days after the company signed her. Shortly thereafter, the fan-favorite star made her debut on NXT.
Jade has been a mainstay on the revamped NXT 2.0. In October 2020, she defeated Franky Monet to step into the spotlight on the rainbow brand. Throughout the rest of the year, she competed in several high-profile bouts. Most notably, she had a breakout performance in the WarGames match, in which she was the sole survivor for her team.
Recently, Jade has been involved in the NXT Women's Championship picture, and it seems like she has a bright future. At just 20 years old, she continues to impress, and she is clearly ahead of her game when it comes to her ability in the ring.
Being added to the Women's Royal Rumble would cap off an incredible twelve months for the young superstar who is destined for big things in the future.
#4 Tiffany Stratton could be added to the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble match
If one is looking for a character that perfectly suits the sports entertainment world, look no further than Tiffany Stratton, who could potentially compete in the Royal Rumble match.
Stratton's character is that of a rich girl who is financially supported by her wealthy father. If she enters the match, she could instantly cut a quick heel promo about how her daddy gifted her the opportunity in the match. This gimmick has already generated a lot of heat among NXT fans. Giving Stratton the opportunity to do so in front of the Royal Rumble audience would quickly establish her as a buzzworthy performer.
There are certainly high hopes for the former gymnast, as the company looks to build a solid group of future superstars. Being added to the Rumble match would certainly do her no harm in this regard.
#3 Raquel González could be added to the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble match
Raquel González has been a mainstay on NXT since 2020. During her time on the brand, she has won the Women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic and NXT Women's Tag Team Championship with Dakota. González is also a one-time NXT Women's Champion, and she had an impressive reign with the title.
The second-generation superstar has never competed in the Rumble match, but she has expressed her hope to do participate in one. In a recent interview, she made it clear that she's hopeful she'll get the chance this year.
"You know, it’s I love the Rumble, I love the Rumble. I just... Let’s hope right, let’s see, Let’s wait and see." (H/T Cageside Seats)
A taste of the main roster, via the Rumble match, would be the perfect start to her seemingly impending call-up.
#2 Io Shirai could be added to the 2022 Women's WWE Royal Rumble match
Io Shirai is no stranger to the Royal Rumble match in WWE. She entered the women's battle royal in 2019 and was eliminated by Nia Jax.
The former multi-time champion of World Wonder Ring Stardom certainly deserve another opportunity in the match. She has consistently excelled on the NXT brand, and it's fair to wonder whether it's time she moves to RAW or SmackDown.
The women's division on the blue brand needs more depth, and Shirai could perfectly slot in and add some star power. Being selected for the Rumble match could be the start of that journey for the former NXT Women's Champion.
#1 NXT Women's Champion Mandy Rose could be added to the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble match
What a surprise this would be. The last time Mandy Rose was on the main roster, she was part of a tag team with Dana Brooke. Prior to that, she was in a romantic storyline with Otis.
By competing in the Rumble match, she can finally show everyone just how far she's come. To literally demonstrate her progress, she can lift the NXT Women's Championship high above her head as she enters the bout match.
Mandy Rose would be the perfect addition to the Women's Rumble match, and she would add even more buzz to the bout.
