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The WWE 2019 Superstar Shakeup has been confirmed for 15th and 16th April this year by WWE, and for WWE fans out there it means that their favorite wrestlers will be jumping across both Raw and Smackdown Live.
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While many fans prefer the 'Draft' system, WWE used for so many years, as it did a better job of showing us the kayfabe reasoning and decision making of Raw and Smackdown Live management when picking their top picks.
But there is no indication that WWE will use that format again, as the Superstar Shakeup has been utiliSed since 2017, and we have seen some big moves during that period.
Superstars like Samoa Joe, Charlotte Flair, and Asuka were some of the big money moves WWE made during this period, but this year we need to see the company go even bigger.
This is the chance for WWE to rebuild Raw, as the previous installment of the Superstar Shakeup really destroyed Raw's chances of being a serious show. Now WWE has a chance to rectify that by moving certain big-time players across the company.
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in the article belong to the writer and doesn't necessarily represent Sportskeeda's stand.
#5 Shinsuke Nakamura
Shinsuke Nakamura's arrival at NXT TakeOver: Dallas was one of those moments that made you feel proud of being a wrestling fan, as The King of Strong Style came out to a huge ovation from the crowd.
As the weeks building up to Nakamura's arrival fans were overhyped to see the NJPW legend in a WWE ring. And to be honest, Nakamura's arrival in the WWE was his best showing, as his war with Sami Zayn painted him as a future WWE Champion.
But a few years later from that epic moment, and Nakamura is teaming with a watered down Rusev in a narrative that makes little sense, how has WWE dragged this once promising superstar to such a pitiful state?
Well bad booking isn't going to make anyone a star, and that was the case with Nakamura, after failed attempts to win the WWE Title from AJ Styles, and a terrible experience as a less than stellar US Champion, The Artist desperately needs a change.
Maybe a move to the flagship show of WWE can help him revitalize his career, and while the truth is that SmackDown Live is a better-booked show than Raw, the blue brand is too crowded for Nakamura to shine.
Being moved away from the packed house of Smackdown Live could help him to be held in higher regard and booked better on RAW paper thin roster.
#4 Buddy Murphy
Buddy Murphy is one of the best wrestlers in WWE today, that may be surprised to many of you, as he is a hidden gem on 205 Live.
From Murphy's NXT days in the tag team of Blake and Murphy, he looked a star that could turn out to be a hot commodity in the WWE.
And ever since he captured the Cruiserweight Title from Cerdic Alexander, Buddy has proved that he can be a top star on either Raw or Smackdown Live.
A move to RAW for Buddy would be one of WWE best decisions in a long time, as Murphy has the skill in the ring to become a highlight reel on the show, and after Raw's dull year they need someone like the Cruiserweight Champion on the show to heighten the excitement.
Think about the matches this man could have, from Seth Rollins to Sami Zayn.
Murphy has shown himself as someone that could put on a wrestling classic with anyone, and the most important thing here is, the fact that the Cruiserweight Title will be elevated at the same time if WWE gives him the right booking.
#3 Becky Lynch
The main event of Wrestlemania is a hot debate within the WWE Universe, as many feel that Becky Lynch vs Ronda Rousey should be considered as the main event over the Universal Title match between Seth Rollins and Brock Lesnar.
Now the fact of the matter is this, Ronda Rousey and Becky Lynch's rivalry is the hottest programme today, as WWE has really done a great job of making The Man a top tier Superstar and in the same light, they made Ronda Rousey a formidable force in the ring.
And in the case of this match between Rousey and Lynch, it seems likely that The Man will beat The Baddest Woman On The Planet for the RAW Women's Title at Wrestlemania, as rumors have been going around that Rousey will retire from wrestling after the Show Of Immortals, as she wants to start a family.
So this seems likely that Lynch will be the Raw Women's Champion going forward, and that logically means that Becky will be sent to RAW. This will be the best decision for Raw women's division as they need a Superstar like Lynch to lead them.
#2 Aleister Black
Aleister Black has been one of NXT's best-booked Superstar since he debuted in the company, as the creative team saw the star power in the Dutch sensation.
Black has been dominant at NXT over the last few years, as he had classic matches with the likes of Tommaso Ciampa, Johnny Gargano, and Andrade.
Now it seems like Black's time on the yellow brand is coming to a close, and a new venture on WWE's main roster awaits the former NXT Champion.
While Smackdown Live seems like the perfect place for the eerie Black, Raw could be the ideal destination for him to become a top star.
Many feel that Black could get the Finn Balor treatment upon his call up to the main roster (Balor's booking in 2016 to be exact), as he is a top star in the eyes of the creative team right now.
Black also feels like a star that could be the face of a brand as his demeanor, in-ring ability, and his aura screams Superstar.
#1 AJ Styles
The biggest star in WWE right now is AJ Styles, and that is not even a surprise as everything WWE does these days revolves around The Phenomenal One, after John Cena, Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker are part-timing stars these days.
Styles has taken the mantle of being the top star in the company, and the one thing that proves he is the top guy in the company is the fact that he doesn't need a title to be relevant.
Styles has been on SmackDown Live for over two years now, and he will definitely go down as one of the greatest stars in the history of the Blue Brand, but it is time for a change, and while moving to RAW isn't a huge change as it is like basically moving to your neighbour's house.
However, this is different as Styles is a star that is synonymous with Smackdown Live, so him moving to Raw will improve the show and it will freshen up Styles' career.
