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The NXT brand affords a plethora of unique selling points to wrestling fans. There is high flying action, (watch the video below). There is technical wrestling. There is even comedic value. However, the best selling point is the storytelling. Specifically, championship matches. Ultimately NXT excels at storytelling. On such story is Tommaso Ciampa's NXT Championship reign.
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At NXT Takeover WarGames II, the brand will again afford excellent matches. The NXT Champion will defend against Velveteen Dream. This match will be extremely interesting. Moreover, the outcome will be significant to future events. Who could walk out as NXT Champion? Which challenges will be waiting? Let's explore some possible options.
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#3. Lars Sullivan
Lars Sullivan has performed for the NXT brand since 2017. Throughout his tenure, Sullivan remained undefeated in singles competition. However, in an NXT Championship match with Aleister Black NXT Takeover: Chicago II, he was finally defeated. Albeit following two Black Mass finishing moves. Their match formed the basis for Sullivan's future dominance.
At NXT Takeover: New Orleans 2018 Sullivan participated in the inaugural North American Championship match, alongside; Killian Dane, Ricochet, Adam Cole, EC3, and Velveteen Dream. It was Cole who was ultimately the victor, (watch the video below). Since then Sullivan has sporadically appeared. However, his efforts during the ladder match proved bigger wrestlers can perform in diverse match styles.
The reason Sullivan ranks as a contender is primarily because of his lengthy tenure. Moreover, his character and ring presence. He has a scary and intimidating demeanour. Considering his performance in the ladder match, he has a bright future. Moreover, he proved his worth against EC3 recently on NXT television. He made make an awesome opponent for Tommaso Ciampa. What can we expect in the future?
# 2. Adam Cole
Adam Cole has taken WWE by storm since his debut. He has risen to lead the Undisputed Era, alongside; Roderick Strong, Kyle O'Reilly, and Bobby Fish. Moreover, Cole has made an impact outside NXT. He participated in the 2018 Royal Rumble event, entering number twenty-three. However, let's not forget his past. Cole is known for his time as the leader of Bullet Club in ROH and NJPW.
At NXT Takeover: WarGames Cole performed excellently in the returning match. Moreover, at NXT Takeover: New Orleans Cole made history becoming the first-ever North American Champion. Since then Cole's popularity has dramatically improved. Everywhere NXT tours, Cole receives overbearing reactions from fans, (watch the video below).
His presence on NXT has improved viewership and the brand. Therefore, he has earned this position. However, it is possible Cole could debut on the main roster. Nevertheless, it would be awesome to see Undisputed Era capture the NXT Championship. Just imagine the potential drama between Tommaso Ciampa and Adam Cole.
# 1. Velveteen Dream
Velveteen Dream is arguably the most underrated performer in all of the WWE. Firstly, he has excellent ring credentials. Secondly, his character work is exemplary. However, he has yet earned a championship. He has yet reached his fullest potential. Let's not forget he is 23 years old and has yet reached the main roster.
At NXT Takeover: WarGames Dream feuded with Aleister Black, in an excellent showing. He would make Black say his name, (watch the video below). Moreover, at NXT Takeover: New Orleans he participated in the North American Championship ladder match and performed excellently. His efforts have solidified his worth to WWE.
Following each match, Dream evolves and develops. The scary element is that he is so young. Just imagine Dream's potential future opponents, such as; Seth Rollins, Finn Balor, or Rey Mysterio. This notion is exciting. Nevertheless, at NXT Takeover: WarGames II Dream faces Tomasso Ciampa for the NXT Championship. Is this now Dream's turn to reign?
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