{"id":123631,"date":"2024-03-28T10:14:35","date_gmt":"2024-03-28T14:14:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/?p=123631"},"modified":"2024-03-28T10:14:35","modified_gmt":"2024-03-28T14:14:35","slug":"wwe-speed-potential-speedsters-that-could-compete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/2024\/03\/28\/wwe-speed-potential-speedsters-that-could-compete\/","title":{"rendered":"WWE Speed: Potential Speedsters That Could Compete"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As announced on WWE\u2019s Twitter account on 27th March 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/2024\/03\/28\/how-wwe-can-utilize-its-hispanic-superstars-more-effectively\/\" target=\"_self\">WWE<\/a> will be launching a brand-new tournament. <em><strong>WWE Speed<\/strong><\/em> will be hosted on Twitter and performers will compete in three-minute matches, to crown an inaugural \u201cWWE Speed Champion\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">EVERY SECOND COUNTS \u23f0<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WWEGraves?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@WWEGraves<\/a> is here to introduce <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WWESpeed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#WWESpeed<\/a>! Your favorite Superstars will go head-to-head in 3 minute matches, where the WWE Speed Championship is the ultimate prize.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/WWESpeed?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#WWESpeed<\/a> premieres April 3rd, exclusively on <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/X?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@X<\/a>! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/JTx2o9CNBi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/JTx2o9CNBi<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 WWE (@WWE) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WWE\/status\/1773122996061770152?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">March 27, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the three-minute time limit on these matches, it seems a perfect occasion to showcase some of the most under-appreciated talents on the roster.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, I understand that some matches have been taped for <em>WWE Speed<\/em> already, and a couple of the superstars on this list are highly likely to feature. However, until the first episode drops, nothing is official, so let\u2019s have some fun in making predictions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ricochet<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7g1UIjpxtYI?si=P52di3M-65nejkwm\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the years, <strong>Ricochet<\/strong> has made a name for himself as one of the most impressive professional wrestlers, and his feats of physicality are incredible to behold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">His ability to use his body as a weapon and throw himself around the ring without much care for his well-being has made him a vital asset to WWE\u2019s roster and surely should make him one of the first names entered into this <em>WWE Speed<\/em> tournament.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ricochet has proven himself capable of putting on excellent matches with performers of any size and his athletic ability lends itself very well to the shortened match format.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Axiom<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the fastest-moving stars in <em><strong>NXT<\/strong><\/em> should be given a chance to shine in this new tournament.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Axiom<\/strong> has been a staple on <em>NXT<\/em> for months now and his performances have been stellar. Similar to Ricochet, his innate athleticism lends itself nicely to a fast-paced format and it would be incredible to see him throw caution to the wind against fellow speedsters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, a recent report explained that Axiom has been drawing praise from those backstage for his speed and agility. That should be an indicator of his talent, and a perfect excuse to give him more exposure to a wider audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HPYnYoRu8hs?si=QicSgtpV_RACkhqy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Nathan Frazer<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Axiom\u2019s tag partner and fellow favorer of flips, <strong>Nathan Frazer<\/strong> was also given high praise for his speed in recent weeks. Interestingly, it has been reported that <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PuroresuFlow\/status\/1771254655516909791\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WWE officials are growing concerned that other members of the roster can\u2019t keep up with Frazer\u2019s in-ring pace<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rather than trying to slow him down, WWE would be wise to put him into this tournament and give him a platform to shine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letting him work his magic in three minutes alongside the likes of those previously mentioned would be an exceptional way to introduce his style of wrestling to a wider, more mainstream audience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ashante \u2018Thee\u2019 Adonis<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zQHDZxNdK7U?si=o7IIHhJh0Z5zZElI\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This may not be a name that everybody thinks of when brainstorming contenders for this tournament, but hear me out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With <strong>Cedric Alexander<\/strong> having already taped matches for <em>WWE Speed<\/em>, it leaves his brand-new tag team partner without much of an objective on the card. So, I\u2019d put <strong>Ashante \u2018Thee\u2019 Adonis<\/strong> into the tournament too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The former Hit Row member hasn\u2019t been featured in a televised match since July 2023, but he has been consistently working \u2018Dark\u2019 matches in 2024 and deserves an opportunity to showcase his abilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Dragon Lee<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eE63MxgdQPQ?si=JMVaeqUu672l7I_5\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another luchador who thrives in a fast-paced match, <strong>Dragon Lee<\/strong> has become embroiled in the <strong>LWO<\/strong> vs. <strong>Legado Del Fantasma<\/strong> storyline lately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it would be logical to give him a chance to strut his stuff in shorter matches. It would allow him to stay at the forefront of fans\u2019 minds without getting lost in the shuffle of the <strong>Rey Mysterio<\/strong>\/<strong>Santos Escobar<\/strong> feud.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply put, Dragon Lee\u2019s ability to hurtle around the ring should make him a shoo-in for this tournament.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Je\u2019Von Evans<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zTuUZ4qOa9o?si=zp6ZhpzFuUzKwvWd\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The former <strong>Jay Malachi<\/strong> would be an interesting wildcard to throw into this tournament. At just 20 years old, Evans has had a couple of matches on <em><strong>NXT: LVL UP<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0since signing with WWE and his performances have been as exciting as expected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fans of DPW will be familiar with Evans\u2019 work as Jay Malachi, as he held the <strong>DPW<\/strong> World Championship and put on many instant classics during his time there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Je\u2019Von Evans<\/strong> should be considered for this tournament, if only as an opportunity to give the young man more exposure. A future star in his own right, and it would be amazing to see him given a chance to work with some of the more seasoned stars in WWE on this stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are almost definitely names missing from this list, but these are just six of the first names that came to mind. If there\u2019s anyone else that you believe should be involved that isn\u2019t listed here, let us know!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m excited to see how the format works, and looking forward to the launch of <em>WWE Speed<\/em> on April 3rd.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>More From LWOS Pro Wrestling<\/h3>\n<p><em>Header photo \u2013 WWE \u2013\u00a0<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stay tuned to the\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Last Word on Pro Wrestling<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0for more on this and other stories from around the world of wrestling, as they develop. You can always count on LWOPW to be on top of the major news in the wrestling world, as well as to provide you with analysis, previews, videos, interviews, and editorials on the wrestling world. You can check out an almost unlimited array of WWE content on the\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/watch.wwe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">WWE Network<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peacocktv.com\/watch\/home\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Peacock<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As announced on WWE\u2019s Twitter account on 27th March 2024, WWE will be launching a brand-new tournament. WWE Speed will be hosted on Twitter and performers will compete in three-minute matches, to crown an inaugural \u201cWWE Speed Champion\u201d. &nbsp; EVERY SECOND COUNTS \u23f0@WWEGraves is here to introduce #WWESpeed! 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