Top 5 NXT Superstars that could get a main roster call up after WrestleMania 35

Now that NXT TakeOver: New York is in the history books, NXT will hit a reset button of sorts. With the biggest show of the year now complete, NXT has a new NXT Champion, a new face of its brand in Johnny Gargano, who will carry the NXT mantle for the foreseeable future. The brand will also lose staples Aleister Black and Ricochet, who wrestled their last match against War Raiders.

The rest of the roster braces, however for the inevitable Superstar Shakeup. The NFL draft-esque event will undoubtedly see NXT Superstars make their way to both the SmackDown Live and RAW rosters to continue their professional wrestling careers on the biggest and brightest stage.

Who does NXT risk losing after WrestleMania 35? We unpack all that and offer in-depth analysis here:

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#5 Adam Cole

While Adam Cole came up short in his quest to become NXT Champion last night at NXT TakeOver: New York, the loss may end up working in his favor. Cole has shown that he is capable of being a talent that would flourish on the main roster. With his agility, in-ring acumen, and obvious charisma, Cole would instantly energize either the RAW or SmackDown Live brands. Plus, he doesn't have a title to worry about making him all the more draftable.

Cole is ready and available for a main roster call up right now and there would be little adjustment for a Superstar who already lives life in the bright lights of his own ego. Considering Cole reminds many of Shawn Michaels, he may be just what the doctor ordered for a struggling RAW show that outside of Roman Reigns, Ronda Rousey, Charlotte Flair, and Becky Lynch lacks Superstar quality charm.

Would Cole bring his Undisputed Era compatriots with him? Similar to the nWo in the late 1990s, Undisputed Era has high value as an invading entity, but that doesn't mean it would happen instantaneously. Cole may arrive, establish himself as a reputable and dangerous singles competitor and then invite Kyle O'Reilly, Bobby Fish, and Roderick Strong to join him, as well. An Undisputed Era invasion would drastically change the main roster landscape.

There are just too many main roster possibilities for Cole to stay in NXT. Imagine bouts against Daniel Bryan, Seth Rollins, or Shinsuke Nakamura. How about Undisputed Era vs The New Day? With dream matches awaiting, it's only a matter of time before the Adam Cole era begins on RAW or SmackDown Live.

#4 Velveteen Dream

NXT Superstar Velveteen Dream has it all: the look, the charisma, and superior athletic ability. He is a master storyteller and impeccable on the microphone. Most importantly, he has that special "it" factor that differentiates ordinary run of the mill wrestlers from once in a generation mega stars.

For Vince McMahon, Velveteen Dream is money and too much money to pass up any longer. When The Dream makes his way to SmackDown Live or RAW, there will be thousands of fans proudly wearing Velveteen Dream tees. Children will purchase Velveteen Dream action figures in droves and the charismatic Superstar may even appear in a movie or two.

The former Tough Enough competitor and current NXT North American Champion has come a long way. He was once voted off the hit reality show but has now established himself as the future of professional wrestling.

His in-ring talents were on full display last night at NXT TakeOver: New York when he battled fellow fan favorite Matt Riddle. When Velveteen Dream entered the match, the crowd was split, but by the time Velveteen Dream pulled off his stunning victory, Velveteen Dream had the New York faithful right where he wanted them: in the palm of his hand. This type of charisma is unparalleled and would be an asset to either RAW or SmackDown Live.

#3 Bianca Belair

Bianca Belair is an athletically gifted physical specimen. The former track and field star also has a story to tell. Although it doesn't often come out with her arrogant NXT character, Belair's career has been paved in pain. She suffers daily from a debilitating condition called slipping rib syndrome. Essentially, Belair's ribs dislocate at whim causing excruciating pain that would sideline most competitors permanently. She deals with the pain valiantly, never complains, never takes time off, and continues to outwork just about everyone else.

Belair also has a troubled past. She struggled with severe eating disorders that led to a life-threatening battle with depression. Eventually, Belair attempted to take her own life, but overcame and found her way to NXT.

While Belair has been unable to get past NXT Champion Shayna Baszler that may actually end up working in her favor. Alexa Bliss never won an NXT Championship, but went onto the main roster to win multiple world championships on both the RAW and SmackDown Live brands becoming one of the most successful female Superstars of all time.

The real Bianca Belair is a role model and her story can inspire millions. She would be a superb representative for either RAW or SmackDown Live.

#2 Kairi Sane

Kairi Sane has done it all since arriving on the NXT brand. She is the only woman to best the dominant NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler and did so twice. First, Sane met the physically imposing former MMA star in the finals of the Mae Young Classic where Sane went on to victory and history as the inaugural Mae Young Classic winner.

While Baszler would attain NXT gold before Sane, The Pirate Princess would have an opportunity to best Baszler once again. Sane defeated Baszler to become NXT Women's Champion at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn 4 and held the championship for more than two months.

With her pirate themed gimmick and impeccably delivered flying elbow drop, Sane is just the Superstar that will capture the imagination of millions of children worldwide. She would arrive on either the RAW or SmackDown Live roster as instant world championship contender and could deliver classics against Asuka, Charlotte Flair, and Ronda Rousey.

#1 Pete Dunne

There may be no WWE Superstar more valuable to his respective brand than Pete Dunne. The Bruiserweight is virtually synonymous with NXT UK and despite losing his NXT UK Championship last night to WALTER, is still the face of NXT UK.

Dunne achieved legendary status with his 685-day title reign as WWE UK Champion and was talked about in the same breath as legendary long-time champions like Hulk Hogan and Bruno Sammartino. While this may seem like a stretch to many, it isn't. Dunne's reign is arguably all the more impressive considering he held onto a championship for nearly two years in an era with short attention spans, where it isn't uncommon for titles to change hands every few weeks.

Dunne may be the best wrestler in the world today. That isn't an exaggeration. He is absolutely phenomenal (sorry AJ Styles) in the ring, wrestles a brutal believable style, is as aggressive at 5'10" and 205 pound as Brock Lesnar is at 6'3" and 286 pounds. Dunne is more than capable of standing toe to toe with master in-ring technicians like Daniel Bryan or giant world beaters like Brock Lesnar.

Dunne has already appeared in a main roster match in the WWE Royal Rumble and although he was eventually eliminated by Drew McIntyre, made an impression on the rest of the roster. He is a force to be reckoned with and simply too good to be used primarily as a regional talent.

The only argument against Dunne making a move to the main roster is that he is simply too integral to NXT UK, but Dunne having success on the main roster would only bring more recognition to NXT UK. He is simply too good to be the United Kingdom's best kept secret any longer.

Edited by Raunak J