Every Champion In WWE (And Who Should Beat Them)

11. NXT Women's Title

Io Shirai TakeOver
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Champion: Io Shirai

Who Should Beat Her: Dakota Kai

At first, Tegan Nox was designated the Shirai-beating berth, but she's been earmarked for things elsewhere on the list. Besides, he old tag partner Dakota Kai has been smashing it since turning heel - she has presence, works with a heater (Raquel González) and has improved tenfold in-ring.

It's unclear whether or not Io will move to Raw or SmackDown eventually, because neither seem like a great fit for her. Even if she doesn't, Kai would represent a fine follow-up as NXT Women's Champion. Again, she's getting better every day as a worker and can cut the promos Shirai can't.

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