Two stars to reunite in WWE and re-form the Nexus, final match at WrestleMania 41? 4 Predictions for Wade Barrett in 2025

Fans are all set to witness WWE bring about some major changes to their programming in 2025 with the wrestling landscape ready to witness a monumental shift.

Several stars are expected to make their returns while others are poised for some massive pushes. Current RAW commentator Wade Barett retired from in-ring action a few years ago but fans hope to see him return to the ring in the coming year. Barrett was undoubtedly an exceptional in-ring talent and his presence is deeply missed by wrestling fans all over the world.

In this article, we will explore four potential directions for Wade Barrett if he laces up his wrestling boots once again in 2025.

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#4. A showdown with Drew McIntyre at WrestleMania 41

One potential direction for Wade Barrett could involve a clash with Drew McIntyre. In a past interview, the former Intercontinental Champion voiced his desire to face the Scotsman in WWE.

Fans have seen considerable back-and-forth between the stars. With Drew currently a heel, this seems like a realistic prospect. A showdown between these two at WrestleMania in April would undoubtedly put many fans on the edge of their seats.

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#3. A tag team with Big E could also be in the works

The New Day's recent heel turn saw them turn on long-time friend and stablemate Big E. Since then the stars have spared no one with their scathing remarks. The latest edition of RAW saw them go after Wade Barrett with Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods stating that the one thing common between both E and the former Nexus leader was their inability to lace up their wrestling boots once again.

While Barrett reiterated that he was now retired, the comments will surely infuriate him. As a measure of revenge, he could team up with Big E, provided both are cleared to compete in the ring, and go after The New Day.

This would surely entice wrestling fans around the world and create a compelling storyline.

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#2. The former Intercontinental Champion could move to SmackDown as part of the Transfer Window

The Transfer Window allows WWE stars to move from their current brand to another. With this, there is indeed a possibility that fans could see Wade Barrett moving to the SmackDown brand.

Here, Barrett could either compete as an active competitor or continue as part of the SmackDown commentary team.

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#1. Barrett could re-form the Nexus in WWE

The Nexus remains one of the most feared stables in WWE history. The team that was at one point led by Wade Barrett wreaked havoc in the company leading to a feud with John Cena. The group included a lot of great attractions including Heath Slater, Wade Barrett, and former WWE and AEW World Champion Bryan Danielson (Daniel Bryan), among others.

Former WWE star Heath Slater recently expressed his desire to re-form the iconic stable in the promotion. He asked Chief Creative Officer Triple H to think about bringing back the stable.

Any version of the stable would most likely involve Wade Barrett, who, as mentioned before, was the leader of the group. Even if he is not cleared to compete in the ring, fans would expect him to at least manage the group.