WWE Extreme Rules 2016: 10 Things That Must Happen

4. Charlotte Asserts Her Eventual Dominance Over Natalya

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'Nature Boy' Ric Flair won't be at ringside for Charlotte's WWE Women's Title defence against Natalya. WWE have rewarded both women for their amazing effort at the Roadblock special by gifting them consecutive pay-per-view matches against one another.

Last time at Payback, they didn't gel very well (which was odd), but that can be expected to be rectified at Extreme Rules.

Even without her father by her side, Charlotte should be one to leave victorious. If the company are serious about making the new Women's Title seem credible, then lengthy and meaningful reigns are a must. Natalya is a great babyface challenger, but there's little point in shifting the gold to her right now.

It'd be far better if someone like Sasha Banks eventually dethroned the cocky champion, possibly even at SummerSlam. Wouldn't it be something to have a women's Money In The Bank bout on that pay-per-view, with Sasha being the winner?

That's maybe looking a little too far ahead, though. For now Charlotte needs to remain in the hot seat. If she beats Natalya without Flair's help, it could lead to Ric being phased out of his regular role.

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