10 Directions NXT Should Look At For 2017
5. Asuka Needs To Lose
But it needs to be good.
It isn't often in NXT that a wrestler builds up such a substantial undefeated streak and is seen in many ways, as unbeatable. Asuka represents a new age in women's wrestling in WWE, and having built up her character and streak this much, given the current state of the women's division as it is, it's nearly impossible to see her losing.
However, whilst it is majorly refreshing to see a woman be so undeniably strong, it's an issue having her be so tough for so long in NXT. Titles are not generally defended all that often in NXT, in particular the Women's or Tag Team titles. The opportunities just don't arise outside of TakeOvers, and as previously established, there also aren't many women currently in NXT that are up to defeating Asuka clean. So every defence feels like a foregone conclusion.
Asuka's title loss needs to be definitive and believable, but no doubt the shock value will still be there for many fans.