3 superstars who should be the next SmackDown Live Women's Champion

Since being introduced in late 2016, the SmackDown Live Women's Championship has been a coveted prize for the women of the Blue brand.

First being held by current champion Becky Lynch, the title has been held by stars including Alexa Bliss, Naomi, Natalya, Carmella and most recently, Charlotte Flair.

At Hell In A Cell 2018, Lynch finally defeated her former best friend, in a highly-emotional match, which saw both women put their past friendship behind them, with Lynch emerging as the better woman.

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The Lass Kicker will host a special title celebration tonight, but until then, here are 3 superstars who should feud with her and possibly be the next SmackDown Live Women's Champion.

#1 Lana

Despite her limited wrestling experience, the Ravishing Russian has quickly proven herself on the blue brand as one of the most interesting women on the roster.

Teaming with real-life husband Rusev, as well as Aiden English, the trio have been one of the most entertaining aspects of SmackDown Live in 2018.

Outside of the ring, Lana and Rusev also appear on Total Divas on E!, with Lana carrying on her acting career, appearing in films such as Pitch Perfect 3 and WWE Studios' Countdown.

Having Lana capture the title would obviously divide fans, as many would no doubt be unhappy with having someone with a handful of matches hold the title.

However, a negative response by the crowd would only help the heel Lana, and the assistance of Rusev and English could lead to a lengthy title reign for the Ravishing Russian.

#2 Sonya Deville

The Jersey Devil, Daria Berenato has come a long way since she was eliminated from Tough Enough in 2015.

In 2017, Deville joined the main roster, alongside fellow Tough Enough alum, Mandy Rose. Together, the pair teamed with Paige before her untimely retirement in 2018.

Despite the Anti-Divas retirement, Deville and Rose have continued to team, and were drafted to SmackDown Live together in 2018 as part of the Superstar Shake-Up.

Whilst both have done fine on the blue brand, many feel Deville has untapped potential, as a former MMA star, in a time where many MMA fighters are transitioning to the squared circle (Ronda Rousey, Shayna Baszler etc).

A Sonya Deville title reign would be a huge shock to the SmackDown Live locker room, and give the 24-year-old a chance to shine.

#3 Asuka

The most dominant superstar in the history of NXT, the Empress of Tomorrow had an incredible winning streak in the developmental brand, capturing the NXT Women's Championship in early 2016, and only surrendered the title when she had no other opponents and decided to move to the main roster.

On RAW, Asuka continued her winning ways, carrying on her undefeated streak until suffering defeat at the hands of Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 34.

Joining SmackDown Live earlier this year, Asuka had a hot start to her new brand, entering a championship feud with Carmella but was unsuccessful.

Many fans have felt that Asuka has been misused since joining SmackDown Live, and a sudden title victory could reassert the dominance of the Empress.

A possible heel turn could add a new depth to Asuka, who is no stranger to dismantling her opponents.