10 Crucial Booking Steps Needed To Save Hideo Itami’s WWE NXT Career

6. Give Him A Shot At The NXT Championship As Soon As He Returns

Itami hasn't been pushed as strongly as other acts since he debuted in NXT, which is odd. Because of this emphasis on other higher priority wrestlers, Itami has been relegated to the NXT midcard, instead of being pushed as a top threat from the very beginning. To fix this, Itami needs to be given a shot at the NXT Championship as soon as he returns. Doing so would allow him to showcase his skills in a more high-profile match, which would give him a better chance to connect with the audience. It would also elevate his stock in the eyes of both fans and management if he were to really put on a good, show-stealing match. WWE can make a big star out of him regardless of the outcome of this match. If he were to win, then obviously he€™d be presented as the top dog, and he€™d have to carry the weight of NXT on his shoulders. But if he were to lose, he€™d still have improved his stock in NXT by having fought in a tough match for the brand€™s biggest prize. With a loaded roster composed of top contenders like Samoa Joe, Apollo Crews, and possibly Baron Corbin and Sami Zayn, Itami needs a title shot as soon as possible so that he doesn€™t become a forgotten face in the crowd.