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Vince McMahon (left) and Charlotte Flair (right)
Vince McMahon (left) and Charlotte Flair (right)

#2. Io Shirai looks forward to potential matches against Bayley and Sasha Banks on WWE's main roster

Io Shirai has been a staple of the women's division in WWE NXT over the last few years. The former NXT Women's Champion recently told Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated that she is open to a main roster move in the future.

Shirai, who defeated Sasha Banks in singles action last year, is looking forward to their rematch. The Japanese star also expressed that she would enjoy a first-time-ever, one-on-one clash against Bayley in WWE.

"Of course, I would be open to a move to SmackDown or RAW. The opportunity would present new goals and encounters different from what I have achieved and experienced in NXT. I would like a rematch with Sasha Banks as soon as possible. I also heard Bayley say she wanted to have a match with me, and I would definitely relish my first confrontation with her. If it is a title match, even better," said Io Shirai.

Bayley has responded to Shirai's comment, stating — in character — that the latter would have to beg for a match against her.

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