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5 Bold Predictions For NXT In 2015

5 Bold Predictions For NXT In 2015

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NXT had a banner year in 2014, as the promotion featured many of the top matches and storylines in the entire wrestling industry. The new year will likely bring new stars and more memorable moments. Here are five bold predictions for NXT in 2015.

5. Floundering WWE Superstar Will Revive Career In NXT

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5. Floundering WWE Superstar Will Revive Career In NXT

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In 2014, Tyson Kidd revitalized his career by developing a new persona in NXT, and it's now paying dividends on the main roster. Similarly, Justin Gabriel and Titus O'Neil made multiple appearances over the past several months, but with less success. Curtis Axel has already indicated his interest in returning to NXT in the coming weeks, and other struggling WWE superstars could follow suit.

4. Elias Samson Will Make Impact

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4. Elias Samson Will Make Impact

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Samson has appeared in several matches in recent months, but has come up short in those bouts. Much like Baron Corbin and Bull Dempsey endured an array of defeats before getting their chance to succeed, Samson has paid his dues and could be ready to become a featured performer. His in-ring abilities are on par with other NXT superstars, and if he can hone his persona, he could break through in 2015.

3. Corey Graves Will Become a Manager

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3. Corey Graves Will Become a Manager

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Graves announced his retirement from competition earlier this year, and made his debut at the commentary table at Takeover: R Evolution. While Graves excelled in that venture, his look and charisma are too valuable to not be utilized on screen. He's a natural heel who has the verbal abilities to serve as a mouthpiece of a rising superstar or group.

2. Sasha Banks Will Be First Diva Called Up To Main Roster

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2. Sasha Banks Will Be First Diva Called Up To Main Roster

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Multiple NXT divas reached the WWE roster in 2014, including Paige, Emma and Lana. With the bevy of talented divas still in NXT, that trend should continue in 2015. While Charlotte is the Women's Champion and face of the division, it's Banks who appears more well-rounded and prepared for the main roster. Her in-ring skills have improved drastically, and unlike Charlotte, she appears to be a natural on the mic and in connecting with the fans.

1. Sami Zayn Will Lose NXT Title At Next Takeover Event

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1. Sami Zayn Will Lose NXT Title At Next Takeover Event

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Zayn's journey to the NXT Championship was more than a year in the making, but his reign as champion will not last nearly that long. As a natural underdog, Zayn is much better chasing his goals than actually standing atop the mountain. He may successfully defend his title a few times over the next couple of months, but he'll lose the gold at the next Takeover event, potentially to former friend Kevin Owens.

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