#2 Asuka
The Empress of Tomorrow made her main roster debut on October 22 at the TLC event, defeating Emma that night. Since then she has squashed jobbers and Dana Brooke repeatedly. A lot is to come from Asuka on the main roster next year.
However, she ranks high on this list owing to her sublime performances as part of the NXT roster. Her feuds with the likes of Nikki Cross and Ember Moon have been nothing short of legendary. Her undefeated streak as NXT Women's Champion has cemented her NXT legacy.
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With a unique blend of freaky athleticism, great persona, diverse and move set and fantastic mat in-ring ability, they rarely come any better than Asuka.
Notable Matches this year
Asuka vs Nikki Cross: Last Woman Standing Match, WWE NXT, June 28, 2017
Asuka vs Ember Moon: NXT Takeover Brooklyn III