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WWE has been at the forefront of signing new and experienced Superstars to the company for several decades. While performing for WWE is the ultimate dream for most wrestlers in the industry, there are some who’ve performed for the company before leaving to pursue other opportunities.
However, such former Superstars have remained in touch with WWE’s product and have often praised the talent performing for the company. Some former WWE wrestlers have even gone on the endorse current Superstars who they believe will continue to get better and break through into the mainstream.
On the other hand, retired WWE Superstars have also endorsed some top names in the company as they see them as future stars.
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Let’s take a look at six instances where former WWE wrestlers have praised current Superstars who are performing for the company.
#6 WWE Superstar Chad Gable has received praise from Dax Harwood (Scott Dawson)
Former WWE Superstar Scott Dawson is currently enjoying his time in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) competing under the ring name Dax Harwood. The former Superstar praised Chad Gable recently on a couple of occasions.
Both Superstars are former NXT Tag Team Champions and had some good matches in WWE against each other. During a recent watch along on AdFreeShows of the match between The Revival and American Alpha from WWE NXT TakeOver: Dallas in 2016, Harwood made the following comments.
“That’s what separates you. That’s what separates the wrestlers from guys who are playing wrestlers. There's guys who can go in there and do some athletic, crazy stuff. And I wish I could, but if you believe in your heart that you’re the best? If you believe that you’re the biggest badass in the world? Nobody can beat you, you’re gonna look legit.”
That’s not all, as Harwood went on to state that AEW should hire Gable for their company.
“I think we should get Gable into AEW, but that’s just my thought.”
Harwood later took to Twitter to respond to a fan who seemed excited by Harwood’s comments during the watch along. Harwood once again stated that Gable is underestimated, and he will likely show the world his true potential soon.
"Y'all don't even know how good Gable is. Hopefully, in the near future, he'll be able to show the world...."
Gable has been one of the most underutilized Superstars in WWE. While fans are aware of just how good the Superstar really is, he has received several false starts on WWE RAW and SmackDown in recent years.
#5 Cody Rhodes sees a lot more in WWE Superstar Cesaro
WWE is filled with some of the top wrestlers in the world. While some are praised for their skills on the mic, others are highly regarded for their in-ring skills. However, one Superstar who gets all the praise in the world but seemingly never gets a WWE World Championship is Cesaro.
Cesaro has been in the company since 2011 but is still looking for his big break a decade on. AEW star Cody Rhodes recently took to Twitter to praise his rival promotion’s Superstar in a very interesting manner. Cody referred to Cesaro by the ring name he used before joining WWE. He went as far as to compare him to PWG legend Nikita Koloff.
“Good match. Claudio is the most underrated guy on the planet(and he’s still highly rated!). Dude can do anything. Like a PWG Nikita Koloff,”
Cody noted during his tweet that Cesaro is highly underrated even though he is pretty highly rated. That shows that the Superstar can do much more in the ring than he already does, if given the chance.
Cody is a former WWE Superstar himself and has had some bad times in the company. However, the former Superstar has not shied away from praising the talent he believes deserves more, no matter which promotion they’re performing in.
#4 AEW star Chris Jericho endorsed WWE Superstar AJ Styles when he first came to WWE
Chris Jericho is one of the biggest names in wrestling. The former WWE Superstar is currently a huge part of AEW, and it seems like he will continue to perform for the promotion until he retires.
In 2016, Jericho spoke about AJ Styles who’d recently joined WWE. Styles was known as one of the best wrestlers in the world at the time and Jericho endorsed him following his transition to becoming a WWE Superstar.
“There’s always a little bit of a transition period. I’m happy that I was able to help him with that. I think the WWE might not have known how good he was when he first came in and why would they? He hadn’t performed in a WWE ring and therefore they wouldn’t know how good he is. And after a month or two months of seeing what this guy was capable of, I don’t think he had anybody denying the fact that he is one of the best in the world. And now he’s the champion on Smackdown, as he should be. He’s a great performer, he’s a great character”
Jericho claimed that even though no one doubted his abilities, he’s sure that Styles will continue to improve as a Superstar long as he competes in the ring. The former WWE Champion has already proven his worth in the wrestling world, and Jericho clearly believes that he will continue to prove his worth in the company.
“I think he’s a better performer now than when he first got here because he has adapted, he has learned and he’s gotten better. He’s a joy to work with, he’s a funny guy, he understands the business. All across the board he’s A-plus, A-plus, A-plus. I’m proud of him, happy for him and like you said he’s only just begun. My goodness, it’s only been nine months. Imagine where he’s going to be next year at this time”
Styles is doing very well in WWE, and he seems to have some top WWE Superstars behind him who continue to believe in his abilities.
#3 WWE Superstars Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair have been endorsed by Brie Bella
Brie Bella has not only managed to make a big mark in WWE but has also managed to make a big name for herself in the world of entertainment. The former WWE Superstar has remained closed to the company and its products even after her retirement. This has allowed her to be interviewed regarding the company’s product on several occasions.
Brie was recently interviewed by Ashley Graham of Pretty Big Deal. During the conversation, the former WWE Divas Champion showered praise on NXT Superstar Rhea Ripley.
"I am actually bummed she is not on the main roster yet. She constantly puts out great matches, her look is incredible, her presence going to the ring and she is still in NXT, which is great for NXT, but I'm like, 'She should have been on the main roster years ago'. Especially, her storyline with Charlotte, I was like, 'That is someone who should be headlining Monday Night RAW.'"
Brie claimed that she was surprised that Ripley wasn’t on the main roster yet, and claimed that everything about her was great. Ripley wasn’t the only WWE Superstar who was endorsed by Brie, and the former Superstar also praised Bianca Belair.
"Bianca Belair, she’s beautiful, fun to watch, and she is the most athletic human being I’ve ever seen in my life. What she can do...she is another one...she’s a show stopper."
Brie’s comments may certainly have helped both the female Superstars get ahead in the company. While Ripley may be headed to the main roster soon, it seems like Belair will be heading into the SmackDown Women’s Championship picture in 2021.
#2 WWE Hall of Famer JBL has endorsed WWE Superstar Dominik Mysterio
Former WWE Champion John Bradshaw Layfield (JBL) has remained a major part of the company for decades now. After his incredible career in the ring, transitioned to the role of a commentator for the company.
During his career, JBL had a few major rivalries with Rey Mysterio. Recently, while appearing on WWE’s The Bump, JBL praised Rey’s son Dominik Mysterio who made his in-ring debut last year.
"I was blown away by what Dominik did, I didn't think that Dominik had a chance to win. Just because you are the son of one of the greatest wrestlers of all-time, that does not mean you're going to have the same success. Very few people in the world have been as successful as Rey.”
Not only did JBL praise Dominik, but he also endorsed him to become an incredible Superstar in the future.
"Also, this was Dominik's first match, and he was fighting one of the greatest of this generation. I just didn't see any way in the world that Dominik was going to put Seth [down]. I thought Dominik blew all expectations. I thought Dominik represented himself well, and he's going to become an incredible Superstar."
Dominik surprised everyone with his incredible performance at the 2020 WWE SummerSlam but has been receiving fewer opportunities ever since. Hopefully, his string of mixed bookings will come to an end soon and the Superstar will become a part of a major rivalry.
#1 WWE legend Hulk Hogan has endorsed WWE Superstars Riddle and Drew McIntyre
Hulk Hogan is one of the biggest names to come out of WWE. While the Superstar retired a long time ago, WWE has continued to bring him to shows to increase their ratings whenever the need has arisen.
Hogan has praised a few Superstars for their abilities in the ring over the past decade, but one man he’s ready to put his money on is Riddle. The former NXT Superstar has received mixed reviews since his move to the main roster, but Hogan sees him as a future top star.
“I’ve been watching him and he’s really got good instincts,” Hogan said of Riddle. “He’s really got a good aptitude for understanding what needs to be done…. he would be the next one I’d put my money on.”
Apart from The Original Bro, Hogan thinks that WWE Champion Drew McIntyre is someone who can take over the company.
“I’ve watched Drew McIntyre, and the years of training and in-ring experience, now he’s as legit as they come,” Hogan said. “He’s got the eye of the tiger look in his eyes. He’s got the body of a god. His work is solid, everything he does is spot on. His interviews are good.”
Receiving an endorsement from Hogan is incredible for the two Superstars who are looking to become the next big names in WWE.
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