WWE: 15 Predictions for 2017

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7. Ricochet Lands in NXT

The man known as Ricochet has been one of the most talked about indy wrestlers in the world for the last five or so years. In fact for the last couple of years people have talked about him becoming the latest coup for NXT, 2017 should finally be that time.

Ricochet is a man who has had a WWE tryout in the past. In early 2014 he apparently impressed with his in ring work, but the reaction from other wrestlers to the indy star went against him. At the time it was also reported that he was merely a victim of circumstances, the fact that WWE/NXT had enough guys of his size and stature and he would have been lost in the shuffle.

In the current climate, though, Ricochet could make a massive splash on the supposed developmental brand. One thing that has stood in his way in the last year is the fact he was starring on Lucha Underground as Prince Puma. Now that all of his commitments to them have been fulfilled, and his appearances have almost played out on tv, there’s not a lot to stand in his way of signing with WWE.

In the current landscape of NXT, there is nobody at the top level who is performing a similar style to Ricochet. His matches with men like Will Ospreay in the last twelve months have been some of the most talked about around the world. This could be a massive opportunity for Ricochet to make a dramatic impression in NXT, let’s just hope he can take that opportunity.