The Complete A-Z Of Wrestling In 2018

10. Q - Queen

Asuka Zack Sabre Jr
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In kayfabe, Charlotte Flair's year was defined by major losses and one enormous victory, but in reality, 'The Queen' has been the glue holding an incredible year for women's wrestling together.

Charlotte is the constant. Though hindsight wasn't kind to the decision to give her Asuka's unbeaten streak as a WrestleMania trophy, the match was nonetheless excellent. Her first singles match with Ronda Rousey arrived earlier than expected due to Becky Lynch's injuries, but she helped the 'Baddest Woman On The Planet' level up even further than she had already. And there's been no woman as better foil for 'The Man' than Flair herself.

Amidst enormous changes in 2018, the second-generation star remains the first port of call. WWE are lucky not just to have her, but to claim her as a Performance Center graduate.

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