Let’s take a look at five WWE stars who deserve a push ahead of SummerSlam:

#5. Lyra Valkyria

Lyra Valkyria is one of the top stars currently in the women’s division. She recently underwent a major character shift by betraying her long-time partner Bayley on RAW. Her recent heel turn marks a pivotal character evolution, providing WWE with the perfect timing to push Valkyria as a major player moving ahead. Her new demeanor and attitude allow her to break from the polished babyface mold.

A strong push ahead of SummerSlam would capitalize on her growing popularity and fresh heel momentum. It would position Lyra Valkyria as a rising star ready for bigger spotlight moments. The company can put her in a blockbuster feud with Bayley or push Valkyria in the Women’s Intercontinental Championship picture moving into The Biggest Party of the Summer.

#4. Chad Gable

Chad Gable remains one of the most underutilized superstars on the WWE roster despite his sheer potential. Ever since dropping the El Grande Americano gimmick, the 40-year-old has been on a redemption arc. However, showcasing the same things every week may dilute his red-hot momentum and dissipate fans’ interest. Therefore, Triple H must set Gable up for a major push.

With SummerSlam looming on the horizon, the company must put the former American Made leader in some major storylines and meaningful feuds. Pushing Chad Gable now, potentially towards the Intercontinental Championship, would be an incredible move. It would reward his consistent performances and elevate his new babyface gimmick to a whole new level.

#3. Giulia

Giulia is another blockbuster name who deserves a massive push ahead of SummerSlam. Since arriving on the main roster, The Beautiful Madness hasn’t quite received a great feud. Both of her Women’s United States Championship runs were quite lackluster. But now that she has turned babyface on SmackDown, it gives WWE the ultimate opportunity to capitalize on her.

Giulia is one of the biggest high-profile international imports from STARDOM and Triple H must make great efforts to reestablish the Japanese star on that pedestal again. WWE must ensure that The Beautiful Madness gets marquee storylines and feuds on Friday Night SmackDown that could set up a blockbuster match for Giulia at this year’s SummerSlam in Minneapolis.

#2. Finn Balor

Finn Balor is a proven mainevent talent with a legendary resume that even has a world title. After his move to Friday Night SmackDown, fans were hoping to see The Prince in a major storyline. However, WWE does not seem to have any plans for him at this point. SummerSlam is on the horizon and the company must push Balor as a top-tier star on Friday Night SmackDown.

A big push ahead of The Biggest Party of the Summer has the potential to change his trajectory and catapult him to the spotlight. From his incredible in-ring skills to his iconic Demon King persona, Finn Balor has everything that is required to be part of a major storyline. It’s high time WWE shifts its focus to the former Universal Champion, looking to rebuild him and put him in the spotlight.

#1. Push Alexa Bliss ahead of SummerSlam

One of the biggest names on the roster who deserves a push ahead of SummerSlam is Alexa Bliss. The 34-year-old has been working in the tag team division for the past year alongside Charlotte Flair. But The Queen appears to be heading on her singles path now as she is embroiled in a heated feud with Jade Cargill. It’s the perfect time for WWE to push Bliss as a singles star.

Alexa Bliss has been the anchor of the women’s division for a long time and is one of the most decorated stars on the current roster. A big push ahead of SummerSlam can once again put Little Miss Bliss in the spotlight. She can go after the Women’s United States Championship. The company can tap into Alexa’s proven main event draw and inject star power into the women’s division.

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