Divas #1 Contender Battle Royal

[GeTiTT]

With Naomi already proving to be the number 1 contender after pinning Nikki twice, what do you think the logic is of having a battle royal to name a number 1 contender?

Is it possible that another Diva becomes number 1 contender?

Is this just simply to get Naomi a win over the entire division?

Do we see a return of Tamina?

Will an NXT diva debut?

Who do you feel will (not want) but will win the battle royal?

 

[Jack-Hammer]

I'm a little confused by this for a few reasons.

We've seen Diva battle royals before and, needless to say, they haven't exactly been must see spectacles. Like so many other aspects of the Divas, those matches have been little more than filler going maybe 5 minutes or so. However, what has me thrown off isn't that this match is going down, but that it's been advertised well in advance in front of one of the smarkiest, most hardcore wrestling fans in the world for tomorrow's Raw airing from London, England. They seem like exactly the sort of crowd who'd tear into the Divas mercilessly and that WWE would want to advertise a really hot match ahead of time rather than a women's battle royal. So what's the end game here?

The only logical reason I can think of is that this will actually be a match rather than a few minutes of fluffy filler. We've seen a distinct uptick in quality of matches and general stories among the Divas over the past several weeks, so MAYBE this is something that could actually be worth watching. It still lacks a certain impact factor, however, especially when you consider little things like women being eliminated by being thrown through the ropes rather than over the top rope. Who knows? Maybe they might even change that for all I know; doubtful, but possible.

Given that Paige will be in the match and will be the heavy favorite, it might work out best of Paige goes over or if she & Naomi eliminate each other simultaneously to create some ambiguity as to who the winner is. They could both be declared #1 contender, resulting in a triple threat match against Nikki at Extreme Rules, which fits in with the no disqualification stipulations for all the matches.

 

[GeTiTT]

Did not even think about the fact that Paige will be the hometown favorite... If the plan is to have Naomi go over, as a face this can harm her by winning (similar to the roman reigns treatment at royal rumble when DB didn't win)

I think it will be nice to see a double elimination resulting in 3 way.

 

[Navi]

The way I look at it is this. They're in London and want to show as many Diva's as they can without having singles or tag matches. I fully expect Paige the home town girl to go over, setting up the match at Extreme Rules. If she doesn't the roof will probably blow off the O2.

The London crowd won't be there to see the Diva's, well except for Paige, they'll be there to see Neville, Balor, Barrett and the rest of the Brits. Might as well get the Diva's match over in 5-7 minutes to leave room to showcase the other guys.

 

[Dagger Dias]

With Naomi already proving to be the number 1 contender after pinning Nikki twice, what do you think the logic is of having a battle royal to name a number 1 contender?

So that someone who doesn't suck can become the actual #1 contender. Naomi VS Nikki Bella? Yeah, no thanks. That's a snack break for me. I hate the stereotype of divas matches being "break opportunities", but that is legitimately the case for me if we get that match.

Is it possible that another Diva becomes number 1 contender?

Paige is the only one on the main roster currently who I could see as a true threat to the title. I'd want Natalya or Summer Rae to get a chance, but they likely won't with how they are booked.

Is this just simply to get Naomi a win over the entire division?

No. That's stupid. AJ deserved such an honor at Wrestlemania 30 because she was the best in the division. Naomi is not worthy of a title shot until she improves on the mic, as well as in the ring, and finds a better finisher.

Do we see a return of Tamina?

Nope but I'd support that. She got so much better while working with AJ compared to her initial run in the division. She's been gone for quite some time though, she might need to re-establish herself before earning a title shot.

Will an NXT diva debut?

Charlotte making her debut and winning it would be a perfect way to make an immediate impact on the main roster. Emma could come back also for this match, but she might be stuck on NXT for a while. None of the other NXT divas should be getting promoted anytime soon.

Who do you feel will (not want) but will win the battle royal?

Paige, unless Charlotte debuts. If we see Charlotte debut, then I'm 50:50 in predicting either her or Paige winning the match.

 

[WarroBODFan]

Dagger's hatred for Naomi and love for Summer Rae knows no limits.

But in all seriousness, I agree she's nowhere near ready. She doesn't cut promos, and the few times she has, I can't even remember what they were like. She has athleticism on her side, a lot more than most of the other Divas, but I wouldn't exactly call it controlled athleticism either. Even during her best matches, there is usually one botch in it. She doesn't have an identity other than Mrs Uso either. The WWE haven't sold her to me, at all. I think she's talented! But not interesting.

I would be surprised if Paige didn't win it, although it would be a little predictable. Still, I hope she does win it and then wins the title at Extreme Rules, speaking as nothing more than a huge fan of Paige.

Outside shout of Brie Bella winning it to create tension between herself and Nikki? They did end their last feud very quickly and with no explanation, which still irritates me now, regardless of whether I actually cared about the feud. It's the principle, dammit! Brie becoming #1 contender puts her back as a babyface where she was moderately tolerable. I think she's a terrible heel compared to Nikki. But it's hard for me to sell that anyone but a few would care to see Brie become champion and have another feud with Nikki. I'm over having a Bella as champion, and I don't hate them anywhere near as much as a lot of fans.

Give us Charlotte, it's her time to shine alongside or against Paige. Sasha Banks is more than ready for the main roster too, but I'm enjoying her stuff in NXT too much, keep her down there just a little bit longer please!

 

[World Class Mark]

Paige is the hometown girl.
Paige is the most over diva on the roster.
Paige gave Nikki a really strong match on the Pre-WM Raw.
Paige is the best wrestler of all the divas.

WWE will make sure someone else wins.

 

[HBKistheHOF]

With Naomi already proving to be the number 1 contender after pinning Nikki twice, what do you think the logic is of having a battle royal to name a number 1 contender?

TV Reason: Because those weren't official #1 contender matches. Real Reason: They want to fill out another week of TV with the Divas, who they are seemingly giving some more time right now because of the whole "Give Divas A Chance" movement.

Is it possible that another Diva becomes number 1 contender?

I think there's a chance Paige could win. I'd actually like to see Emma win it but I highly doubt that's going to happen.

Is this just simply to get Naomi a win over the entire division?

Yes, to get her another notable win & to fill out more TV time for the Divas as previously stated.

Do we see a return of Tamina?

Yes, I think that's very possible. & although I'm not a huge fan of hers, I think she would actually be a good option right now to sort of fill AJ's spot, seeing as the two were once paired together. Only thing is if she did return, I see her returning as a heel.

Will an NXT diva debut?

I think Sasha will finish up her title reign before she is called up & it seems like WWE isn't quite ready to bring up Bayley yet. So the only option would really be Charlotte, which would be awesome but I think a Tamina return is a lot more likely than an NXT Diva debut at this point.

Who do you feel will (not want) but will win the battle royal?

I'll predict that Tamina returns but Naomi still wins & challenges Nikki for the Divas Championship at Extreme Rules.

 

[Wrestlingaholic]

They've announced nine divas for the battle Royal; with an 'awkward' number like that, plus Michael Hayes' tweet about surprises, I am guessing either Charlotte or Tamina (who is for again) will be the tenth participant.

My god, do I want Paige to win!! Maybe it is good old local bias (I'm from London), but she's my favourite diva on the roster. But I think she will be the runner up, to whoever the surprise entrant is, to a LOUD chorus of boos. Which will be a good thing - any reaction is better than no reaction, and it shows the crowd cares.

 

[SoulTrain4]

They promoting it like a real match therefore Charlotte will debut and win. Naomi will once again get shafted and not in the way she would prefer.

 

[George Steele's Barber]

When I first heard about this I thought for sure it was a guaranteed Naomi win. Now the more I think I could see so many stories play out. Hometown Paige, debuting Charlotte, shocking Brie, new attitude Battle, NXT champ Sasha, fuck, even a trolling Eva Marie.

I just hope they can put some quality in to this. Diva battle royals have a long history of poor work.

 

[Wrestling Mind 300]

What I think should happen is Paige and Naomi are the last two and a double elimination occurs, and both divas qualify for the match which would turn the match at ER into a triple threat match. After the match, the Bella twins attempt to beat down the two divas but are unsuccessful as Paige and Naomi both hit their finishers on them. The crowd will be hot for Paige so her sharing some fan love with Naomi would build her up more as a face.

 

[Wrestling Mind 300]

Or, Paige and Naomi are the last two in the battle royal and the lights suddenly go off. Charlottes music is heard but there is no sign of her. Then the lights go back on and Naomi has her back turnt to Paige who then proceedes to eliminate Naomi and wins the battle royal. After the match, Charltotte comes out with Sasha Banks, Summer Rae(reformation of their little group on nxt a while back), and beats the crap out of Naomi Shield style. There you would have the arrival of The Four horse women.

This could be wishful thinking but if this were to take place it would shock a lot of fans, and add intruige to the divas division (When was the last time anyone has said " I can't wait to see what the divas do next week") It could also help Naomi develop her as a face as she would no longer be the dancing happy go lucky funkydacty girl and instead, she would be out for revenge after being screwed of an opportunity to win her first divas championship showing a different side to Naomi.

 

[wwe fan2009]

Charlotte needs to debut and win, Naomi sucks

 

[GeTiTT]

As much as I would love to see charolette debut I want them to give divas like Naomi Emma tamina a chance now that AJ is gone. I see charolette debuting June/july

 

[Navi]

Is Charlotte even on the tour with them? Unless they fly her in for a one or two night show, it should be someone who's with them already. I've been watching the results but can't remember who is on the tour.

 

[rbv13]

Charlotte is not on the current tour. She was working NXT events over the weekend. While its not out of the question to fly her in it seems like a stretch to debut a Diva.

On the Paige front there are reports of her taking time off to film a movie.

 

[wwe fan2009]

yep Paige is make a wwe studios xmas movie. I say have Summer Rae win, they can promote Marine 4 and shes better than Naomi