5 young WWE Superstars who could be the next world champion

WWE has an impressive crop of young wrestlers on their roster. Most of these superstars ply their trade on NXT 2.0, but there is a fair share of talent for the future on the main roster as well. This is an exciting prospect for the company because it implies they have a strong core around which to build their future.

Some of the more youthful talent in the promotion have progressed so fast that they are already in the main event picture. These superstars are already subjects of fantasy booking, with fans worldwide salivating at the thought of them facing off with current top stars and legends alike.

A select few cream of this crop have undeniable charisma which makes their rise to the top almost inevitable. On top of their rigorously honed in-ring skills, these competitors possess that intangible "It factor" which draws fans to their work. They look certain to win world titles and main event the biggest shows of the year, sooner rather than later.

Here are five young superstars who could be the next WWE world champion:

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#5. Bron Breakker is already leading a WWE brand less than two years into his career

WWE NXT Champion Bron Breakker is technically already a world champion, holding the top title on the third brand. However, since the company tends only to recognize main roster world title reigns, he makes this list.

The second-generation superstar's body of in-ring and promo work is already as good as any on RAW and Smackdown. Thus, it is only a matter of time until he makes the jump to face the likes of Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar and Bobby Lashley in what would be dream matches.

For now, the 24-year old continues to be the face of NXT, facing off against all the best challengers the rainbow brand has to offer. With a feud against former world champion Dolph Ziggler being teased over the past few weeks, it is likely that Breakker will appear on the main roster sooner rather than later.

#4. The sky is the limit for Cora Jade, the youngest superstar in WWE

At only 21 years of age, Cora Jade is already a WWE NXT crowd favorite. Her skater gimmick is popular with the Capitol Wrestling Center, and she is more charismatic than the majority of the rainbow brand's roster. Her tag team with former NXT women's champion Raquel Gonzalez is one of the early favorites to win the upcoming 2022 Dusty classic.

Taking into account that Jade has already been involved in an NXT Women's championship match, the only way from here is up. The Generation of Jade is just getting started, and very soon, it will be marked with world championships.

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#3: Gable Steveson can be the next Olympic Gold medalist to become WWE champion

WWE signed Olympic amateur wrestling champion Gable Steveson barely a month after his victory at Tokyo 2020, presenting him to the crowd at Summerslam 2021. The reigning NCAA Division 1 champion was then drafted to RAW despite never having a professional wrestling match in his career. This speaks volumes of how the company views the Minnesota native.

Steveson's achievements before joining Vince McMahon's promotion paint him as a cross between Kurt Angle and Brock Lesnar. Given that the company's first Olympic Gold medallist and the Beast Incarnate became World champions within a year of their debuts, the 22-year old could be world champion very soon.

#2: Liv Morgan is just one step away from the top of the WWE women's division

WWE Superstar Liv Morgan has been with the company for eight years, so it is easy to forget that she is still one of the youngest members of the roster. The former Riott Squad member was involved in a rivalry with RAW Women's champion Becky Lynch towards the end of 2021. With the crowd firmly behind her, the New Jersey native twice took the titleholder to her limit, ultimately coming short against underhanded tactics.

Due to her popularity with the company's fans, the 27-year old is bound to win a world title in the near future. She may even dethrone The Man at the third time of asking should they lock horns at Wrestlemania 38.

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#1: Austin Theory is a youngster that has caught the eye of WWE management

WWE Monday Night RAW Superstar Austin Theory has a lot of star potential. The former EVOLVE champion has a combination of looks, athleticism and in-ring skills that most competitors dream of. Many fans have said that he is reminiscent of a young John Cena, which is indeed a big compliment.

The future looks bright for the former NXT superstar, who has been Vince McMahon's on-screen protege in recent times. He has been facing top talent on RAW and racking up wins over the likes of Finn Balor and AJ Styles. With a world title match at Elimination Chamber and more such opportunities coming up, it won't be long until Theory wins the big one.