8 Interesting Facts About Io Shirai
1. Charlotte Is One Of Her Dream Opponents
Whew, those last two entries were heavy! Let's end on a lighter note and bring this article full circle.
Irrespective of the result, by facing Charlotte in their upcoming NXT title match Io Shirai is ticking an item off her bucket list. In an interview last year, Shirai mentioned Charlotte as one of the three opponents she wanted to work with in WWE (the other two being Asuka and Sasha Banks). Given the Queen's status in WWE it's easy to see why - Charlotte is the most protected female in the company, and entering a program with her is a sign the company are showing a major interest in the Joshi Judas.
Hopefully, no matter who wins or who loses, Shirai will maintain her current push. She's an incredible talent, and her fortitude in bouncing back from the hurdles she's faced in her career shows a strength of character the WWE would do well to recognise. Just shy of 30 years of age, Shirai still has plenty of years left in the wrestling business and WWE would be unwise to give her reason to spend them outside their company.
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