10 WWE Roster Trades That Must Happen In 2017
4. Nikki Bella To Raw
The Bella Twins have faced a lot of criticism throughout their WWE careers, but Nikki has gradually developed into a solid worker. She’s not quite as fluid as Becky Lynch or Natalya, but Nikki hits harder than both combined, and looks supremely confident between the ropes. Unfortunately, Nikki is about to hit a very large roadblock on SmackDown, and her future might be best served elsewhere.
As a face, Nikki is never going to be as naturally likeable as Becky, and if she turns heel, she has the outstanding Alexa Bliss to contend with. Furthermore, in spite of all the great improvements she has made as a wrestler, Nikki’s act still revolves largely around her brash personality. She’s an entertainer rather than a pure wrestler, and thus, Raw feels like a more natural fit for her.
Raw needs the bodies, too. There’s very little going on outside of Sasha, Charlotte, and Bayley, particularly with Emma still out of the picture. Monday nights desperately need another capable female to throw into the mix, and Nikki’s the perfect candidate. Whether working face or heel, she’d be an excellent addition to a top-heavy division, and Mickie James’ imminent arrival means her presence wouldn’t be missed on SD.