32. The NXT Revolution

 

"If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself".

 

This past Monday night on Raw we witnessed something. Something that will spark a movement, something that will change the landscape of WWE forever. Three letters represent this ground-breaking Revolution....... NXT. The WWE Universe has been begging and pleading with WWE to bring in new competition. Even some of the talent has voiced concern. We, as wrestling fans, have been looking at a road with a dead end for years, but out of no where that road seemed to forma and have no end. We soon realized that change was coming a lot sooner than we thought.

 

This past Monday Night Raw we had a divas in-ring segment. It started out with Team Bella claiming their dominance in the divas division and how they are ready for better competition. They were interrupted by none other than Stephanie McMahon. Wrestling fans at this point knew that something big was about to happen. Stephanie declares that enough is enough and it is time for a change starting right now. Those watching at home were on the edge of their seat as we knew that this segment was about to be memorable. Stephanie brings out Paige saying that she is the one trying to initiate change, however she will need back up. The crowd and people at home were sitting there thinking "Are they actually going to pull the trigger?". McMahon then introduces BECKY LYNCH to a huge pop from the crowd. I couldn't believe this, I was in shock. Out of all people that could debut, I was clearly not expecting Becky to debut. Becky was by far the most surprising for everyone I think. Then Stephanie explains that Paige and Becky need 1 more diva on their side and this is when the crowd starting giving the "woos". OUT COMES CHARLOTTE. I was freaking out at this point, I couldn't believe that this was happening. Then out of no where, Naomi and Tamina come out and say how they have been overlooked for too long. Stephanie then introduces someone to align with them and it was THE BOSS SASHA BANKS. I was speechless at this point, I was just lost for words. So we had 3 trios ready to take an opportunity and seize it. We have Team Bella, Team Paige, and Team B.A.D., and Stephanie made it clear that a brawl was about to break out. Nikki wasn't having none of it and shoves Sasha Banks, and Sasha snatched her back so fast. A BRAWL BREAKS OUT. We have all 9 of these girls going at it to prove who is more dominant. The segment ends with all 3 NXT girls locking in their submissions of the Figure 8, DisArmor, and Bank Statement. The segment ends with Team Paige and Team B.A.D standing tall with Team Bella leaving all distraught.

This segment was just golden. I am having a hard time as we speak trying to wrap my head around this still. In my opinion, this is by far the best diva debut of all time and I will explain why. Sure, they didn't win a title in their debut. Sure, they didn't even have a match in their debut. Sure, they didn't even get on the mic in their debut. It isn't about that for me. It was the message behind it. The message behind it was what made it the best. This segment sparked something, it sparked a Revolution. A revolution in women's wrestling. These NXT girls are going to take not only the division, but the company to new heights. Sasha, Charlotte, and Becky are the 3 girls that will elevate this division limitless opportunity. Although, Bayley is also a part of this movement so it was a bit confusing why she wasn't in this segment. But we have to focus on what we have been given and I am more than satisfied with what we got. Fans have been wanting #GiveDivasAChance to come true and it finally did on Raw. It went from #GiveDivasAChance to #DivasGotAChance. A lot of wrestling fans feel like we are going to get real, genuine change in the division. I personally feel like Triple H and Stephanie are behind this movement because they have been overseeing NXT for a while now. I feel like Stephanie is kind of being that "women in power" and sticking up for the divas. I want her to be more involved with the divas on TV, kind of like a Divas GM or some role that oversees the Main Roster Divas. It is a good time to be a fan of women's wrestling because our prayers may actually be answered. I am just so proud of WWE and them finally wanting to change for the better.

Well I just wanted to get on here and say my peace on this. A NXT Revolution is coming to the Main Roster. The NXT Divas are legit taking over. It is about time Vince wakes up and realizes that times are changing. Women in all sports are revolutionizing the sport they are in, such as, Soccer, UFC, and Tennis. It is about time WWE joins those sports and makes their mark with women. I have all the faith in the world that Charlotte, Becky, and Sasha can bring that change that is so desperately needed. I can't wait to see what is next for the divas, a lot of the fans are actually anticipating what is next for the divas. We don't have a match set for Battleground this Sunday, however I know we will get one. It may be confirmed later in the week and I know it will be good. I am thrilled to see what is next and I know all of you are too. Thank You!