WWE Netflix is the next era for the global juggernaut, which is expected to surpass every prime-time period WWE has ever witnessed. The milestone will be celebrated on a monumental occasion, with a massive debut show of Monday Night RAW on Netflix on January 6th at the Intruit Dome in Los Angeles.
A new era could mean new opportunities for the talented WWE superstars of both RAW and SmackDown, with some of those individuals poised to become World Champions, citing their success in 2024. Here are the top five first-ever World Champions that can be crowned in the WWE Netflix era:
5. Logan Paul
Logan Paul dismissed his previous statement of being retired on the RAW on the Netflix kick-off show held at the WWE Headquarters on December 18. The Maverick revealed himself to be the newest member of the Monday Night RAW roster at the start of the WWE Netflix era.
Ok I’m unretired
— Logan Paul (@LoganPaul) December 18, 2024
The Greatest United States Champion of all time returns to @WWE Monday Night Raw on Netflix, January 6
2025 is mine. pic.twitter.com/h3bFk55tQt
With multiple spectacular in-ring matches against top stars like Rey Mysterio, Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns and a lengthy reign as the WWE United States Champion, Logan Paul could be poised for even greater things when RAW moves to Netflix. This could also see Paul become the first social media sensation to win a World title, taking his career to the next level in WWE.
4. Bron Breakker
Bron Breakker made a huge impact in his first year on the WWE main roster. He has battled the likes of top stars like Jey Uso, Sami Zayn and Sheamus and has become a two-time WWE Intercontinental champion making him one of the fastest rising stars on the RAW roster.
Moreover, Bron Breakker has also declared that 2025 will be his year, which will begin with the WWE Netflix era. With huge success in 2024, a World Championship run surely looks to be in the future of The Wolf Dog next year.
3. Tiffany Stratton
Following her remarkable run in WWE’s developmental territory, NXT, Tiffany Stratton was called up to the main roster in 2024. She has been a part of SmackDown, delivering spectacular in-ring performances and scored her biggest win when she outlasted multiple superstars in a ladder match and became Miss Money in the Bank at the namesake Premium Live Event.
With a golden opportunity in her hands, Tiffany Stratton could very well be the first champion of the WWE Netflix era. Moreover, she could choose to cash in her opportunity on RAW’s debut show on Netflix to make a huge impression and begin ‘Tiffy Time’ on a big stage.
2. Solo Sikoa
The year 2024 has been the breakout year for Solo Sikoa as a major singles star. From becoming the leader of more powerful and remorseless Bloodline to scoring huge victories and being featured in high-profile matches, Solo had a remarkable run in 2024.
"I'm the Tribal Chief now."
— WWE (@WWE) August 10, 2024
Solo Sikoa is asking @WWERomanReigns for a fight… 😤#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/Fo3fEGmFpX
Moreover, he is also heavily rumored to get a major push by defeating Roman Reigns in the Tribal Combat match on RAW’s premiere episode on Netflix. This could set the tone for his evitable World Champion run in the WWE Netflix era, cementing his status as one of the marquee WWE performers of the modern era.
1. Jey Uso
Jey Uso can be credited as the breakout star of 2024 with his impressive success as a singles in-ring performer. The leader of the YEET movement captivated the WWE Universe like no other, dominated the merchandise sales and even won his first major singles title after 14 years in the company i.e the WWE Intercontinental title.
With a huge wave of momentum Jey Uso has been riding throughout the year, he definitely stands a big chance to win a World Championship in the WWE Netflix era. Uso has proven himself to be a huge attraction and a run as the World Champion could take his career to greater heights.
Who do you think can become the first-ever World Champion in the WWE Netflix era? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments!
