Shawn Michaels is the top booker in wrestling today

Shawn Michaels is the top booker in wrestling today

As a passionate fan of WWE NXT, I cannot express enough my admiration for this developmental brand that has become a must-watch every Tuesday night. Unlike traditional minor leagues in sports, NXT serves as a breeding ground for budding wrestlers to hone their skills and eventually graduate to the main roster. It’s not just about winning matches but rather developing characters and telling compelling stories.


WWE NXT functions as a brand dedicated to nurturing new wrestling talent into stars. Unlike baseball’s minor leagues, it shares similarities with the NBA G League in its role to prepare athletes for the main stage. Regularly, NXT stars perform on Friday Night Smackdown or Monday Night Raw, and conversely, established superstars may appear in NXT. Ultimately, the focus remains on fostering growth and potential.

When you tune in to NXT, your perspective should shift compared to watching Raw or Smackdown. The reason being, NXT serves a unique purpose. Shawn Michaels‘ impact as the Senior Vice President of Talent Development and Creative for NXT has significantly transformed Tuesday nights. Given that it is a developmental brand, the ultimate objective is to see new talents graduate to the main roster and excel there.

Consider the current lineup of the main roster. Two short years ago, Sikoa held the NXT North American Championship and clashed with Carmelo Hayes. Now, it’s Hayes who took part in a Money In The Bank Ladder Match, while Sikoa gears up for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship battle at Summerslam against Cody Rhodes. Previously this year, Tiffany Stratton concluded her final feud on NXT with Fallon Henley; now, she holds the title of Ms. Money In The Bank.

On Monday’s episode of Raw, the main event concluded with Bron Breakker, a former NXT star, appearing on screen after defeating Ilja Dragunov and Sami Zayn. These three wrestlers are expected to face off in a triple threat match for the Intercontinental Championship at Summerslam. The NXT brand has been thriving under Michaels’ guidance lately.

NXT’s weekly program gets better and better

As we reflect on the past achievements, it’s important not to miss out on the weekly NXT event every Tuesday night. Despite losing several notable stars to the main roster, this program has remained successful and kept up with the pace. Some might say it’s become more unpredictable than ever, harkening back to the raw excitement of traditional professional wrestling. The current NXT Champion, Ethan Page, was only recently recruited by WWE less than two months ago.

In NXT, Page’s brief tenure has been pivotal to the brand’s ongoing success. After experiencing mismanagement in AEW, Page joined NXT and immediately rose to prominence as a top contender – a strategy that has paid off so far. Similarly, Shawn Spears’ comeback to NXT has added fuel to the already fiery title scene. Fans were anticipating a lengthy reign for Trick Williams as NXT champion, but were taken aback when Page snatched the title from him in a fatal four-way match at NXT Heatwave.

As a gamer, I’d put it this way: During the recent match, two newcomers, Page and Je’Von Evans, shone brightly. By the game’s end, Page was poised to become a formidable villain, a top heel in our brand, if not already. And Je’Von? He’s on the verge of stardom. As for Oba Femi, he’s already risen through the ranks and is now a major player. His debut on the main roster next week seems like a natural progression.

In professional wrestling, the women’s division of NXT shines the brightest due to exceptional booking by Michaels. Although their roster isn’t the biggest and best, Michaels manages to bring out the best in each woman. His skillful booking is responsible for creating a richly textured division, making it the first promotion to introduce a midcard title for women. At times, it seems there are too many talented wrestlers to accommodate, which is an enviable problem to have.

Roxanne Perez’s NXT Women’s Championship tenure under current booking is impressive and among the best in NXT history. With Michaels at the helm, Perez has excelled as both a fan favorite and a villain. Her heel persona appears to be her strongest suit, contributing significantly to her character development. In her recent promo, she shone brighter than ever on the microphone.

As an avid fan of professional wrestling, I can’t help but be drawn to NXT’s captivating roster and gripping storylines week after week. Top to bottom, this dynamic league boasts the most intriguing characters and riveting narratives in the industry.

Each week you join us, you’ll be surprised with excellent matches, captivating storylines, and well-developed characters. NXT delivers more than anticipated within the WWE realm. Its unpredictability and creativity make it the standout show, solidifying Michaels as the premier booker in professional wrestling.

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2024-07-18 20:15

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