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#1 Aleister Black
The phrase 'Speak softly but carry a big stick' was never more fitting than when applied to this new phenom in NXT.
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He was involved in the feud of the year, arguably some matches of the year, and is the newly crowned NXT champion. Black has emerged as not only a dominant competitor but a character that is both dark and brooding while embracing light and eloquence.
Charlotte Flair to return and wrestle a CURRENT CHAMPION?
The master of the Black Mass finisher is confident in his ability in the ring and has faced everyone that has stood before him.
Whether it has been the Dream, Adam Cole, or Killian Dain, Black has yet to back down from any challenge, and in the process wiped out everyone that has stood in his way.
His ascent to the top of NXT began with an undefeated streak that very few before him could match.
His sole defeat came in a four-way match. Will he remain undefeated one-on-one? That isn't likely, but he has the potential for a legendary WWE career.
