5 Feuds For Nikki Cross Ahead Of WrestleMania 35

The November 6th, 2018 episode of SmackDown Live truly was an interesting one in many ways.

Perhaps one of the biggest talking points which emerged from the show, is about the long-awaited main roster debut of "NXT's Twisted Sister" Nikki Cross.

Cross is widely regarded as one of the most explosive athletes on the entire WWE roster today, and earned critical acclaim in the professional wrestling industry for her portrayal of the deranged SAnitY member on the NXT brand.

Well, after Cross' insane matchup against reigning SmackDown Women's Champion Becky Lynch -- the WWE Universe seems to be a bit confused as to what the future holds for Cross. The WWE has a potential breakout star on their hands, and judging by the thunderous reaction she received on her main roster debut, this "star" isn't fading anytime soon.

However, as always, the WWE has to book Cross wisely, lest she loses her momentum like Asuka unfortunately did after coming over to the main roster from NXT. Today, we take a special look at the likeliest feuds that WWE could present us with, featuring Nikki Cross!

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#5 Nikki Cross vs. Becky Lynch

All signs point towards Nikki Cross attacking Becky Lynch at Survivor Series 2018

Most fans may recall Kevin Owens' memorable main roster debut which took place on the 18th of May, 2015, when KO answered then-United States Champion John Cena's "Open Challenge" for the title. Owens would go on to have a great feud with Cena, however, it was "Super-Cena" who eventually won the rivalry.

Similarly, we've now witnessed Nikki Cross make her main roster debut against SmackDown Women's Champion Becky Lynch. In Owens' case, the WWE smartly booked him to end his debut segment by delivering a vicious beat-down to Cena -- Whereas in Cross' case, she ended up losing to Lynch.

Most people may think that's a bad sign, right? Wrong! Despite losing to Lynch on SmackDown Live, Cross was booked to look incredibly strong throughout the match, and this in turn indicates that the WWE could give us a feud between Cross and Lynch in the days to come...When Lynch faces RAW Women's Champion Ronda Rousey at Survivor Series this November 18th, Cross could either attack Lynch, or go crazy as she generally does and attack both Lynch and Rousey!

Thereby, neither Lynch nor Rousey has to take a clean loss, and Cross could start her rivalry with Lynch over the SmackDown Women's Title -- culminating in a match at the TLC PPV which takes place at the SAP Center in San Jose, California on December 16th...

#4 Nikki Cross vs. Asuka

Asuka and Nikki Cross' "Last Woman Standing Match" in NXT was an instant classic

Yes, this was one of the very best rivalries in NXT -- And, yes, the WWE Universe would absolutely love to see these two powerful Superstars go to war on the main roster as well.

As I'd mentioned earlier, Nikki Cross is one of the most athletically-gifted, explosive performers in the WWE today, who also happens to possess excellent wrestling skills. On the other hand, "The Empress of Tomorrow" Asuka, is incredibly agile in her own right, and perhaps one of the greatest pro-wrestlers of all time!

After Cross ends up losing a close match to reigning SmackDown Women's Champion Becky Lynch at the TLC PPV, the SAnitY member could then reignite her NXT rivalry with Asuka. This is an important direction that WWE could take, by presenting a short and sweet feud between Cross and Asuka which ends in a match at the Royal Rumble PPV that airs from the Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona on January 27th, 2019...

#3 Nikki Cross vs. Charlotte Flair

Nikki Cross is one of the few women on SmackDown Live who's likely more powerful than Charlotte Flair

Alright, this one may possibly ruffle a few feathers, especially when it comes to "The Queen" Charlotte Flair's fan-base. However, the fact remains that the Charlotte's feud with Becky Lynch has been all about Becky -- as the crowd have mercilessly booed Flair, whilst cheering the villainous Becky!

Honestly speaking, the Lynch vs. Flair feud seems to have run its course, and with The Queen missing out on this week's episode of SmackDown Live, the WWE Universe continues to question what exactly the company has in store for Charlotte. Enter, Nikki Cross!

Cross is the perfect solution to the rut Charlotte finds herself stuck in right now. After Cross defeats Asuka in their singles match at the Royal Rumble PPV on January 27th, the demented SAnitY member could then begin pursuing Flair.

Furthermore, I'd like to add that Cross' rivalry with Flair should last up until the Elimination Chamber PPV which is likely to take place in February of 2019 -- with the exact date and location yet to be officially announced by the WWE...

#2 Nikki Cross vs. Naomi

Nikki Cross could stalk the MMC tag team of Jimmy Uso and Naomi

Since the very beginning of human civilization, the "fear of the unknown" has been an extremely important part of every individual's life. That said, one of the biggest reasons behind Nikki Cross' SAnitY gimmick being hugely successful in NXT, was her unpredictability.

I'd like to revisit the countless number of times when Cross would seemingly shift from face to heel in NXT -- at times, even leaving experienced and powerful Superstars such as Asuka and Ember Moon confused with her acts. In other words, the basic appeal of Cross' character is that she expertly uses the "fear of the unknown" to mess with her opponent's mind.

Out of every rivalry discussed in this list of ours, Cross feuding with former SmackDown Women's Champion Naomi is perhaps the least likely to take place. However, if the WWE decide to go forward with this feud, they could have Cross stalk Naomi everywhere the latter goes -- right from the ring, to parking lots, to the restaurant when she's having dinner with her husband, fellow SmackDown Superstar Jimmy Uso -- eventually leading to a match between Cross and Naomi at the Fastlane PPV in March of 2019...

#1 Nikki Cross vs. Carmella

Nikki Cross could engage in a heated rivalry with Carmella, extending well after WrestleMania 35

As noted, Cross would face Naomi at the Fastlane PPV which shall probably transpire in March of next year -- in a singles matchup wherein she'll likely dominate and defeat Naomi. Following which, Cross must then commence a feud with yet another former SmackDown Women's Champion Carmella.

Granted that certain sections of fans time and again criticize Carmella, claiming that she "can't wrestle", however, her supporters conversely point out how amazing The Princess of Staten Island is in the promo department! Well, Carmella -- who found tremendous success as a heel all through 2017 and 2018 -- recently turned face, changed her hair color, and has been involved in nothing more than "dance break" segments with her Mixed Match Challenge (MMC) tag team partner R-Truth.

However, with that being said, Carmella has the gift of gab -- being blessed with the innate ability of talking her way out of anything and everything. Rest assured, 'Mella will be back in the SmackDown Live title picture, or at the very least in a prominent feud, sooner rather than later.

Carmella being a natural heel, her run as a babyface isn't likely to last too long, and once she gets back to her villainous ways, Nikki Cross will be waiting in the wings to hunt her down! Cross is a fantastic on-screen character, and so is Carmella -- the former being a demented destroyer, and the latter being an expert at playing the role of a cunning heel.

After Cross defeats Naomi at Fastlane in March, the SAnitY powerhouse could then engage in a feud against Carmella, which would see Cross go toe-to-toe with Carmella at WrestleMania 35 which takes place at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on April 7th, 2019.

Moreover, I'd like to note that the WWE could potentially choose to extend the Cross vs. Carmella rivalry, and have them continue their battles well after WrestleMania 35.

Which Superstar would you like to see Nikki Cross feud with the most? Please give us your thoughts in the comments section below!