Popular WWE NXT Star May Be Main Roster-Bound Soon: Report
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The WWE main roster could soon be getting a dose of sunshine, as NXT standout Sol Ruca is reportedly being seriously considered for a call-up. A new report suggests that there is a growing sense within the company that the athletic superstar is destined for Raw or SmackDown.
According to a new report from WrestleVotes Radio, Ruca has some very influential supporters in her corner. The timing of the report, coming just after SummerSlam, is also very significant.
High Praise From The Main Roster
The WrestleVotes report states that there are several people with "direct influence on the main roster that love Sol Ruca and think the world of her potential." The report concludes that there is a "growing sense internally that a call-up to the main roster is coming."
This is a major vote of confidence for the 25-year-old, who has been one of the most promising homegrown talents in the NXT system for the past couple of years.
A Viral Sensation
Sol Ruca first captured the attention of the wrestling world with her innovative and spectacular finishing move, the "Sol Snatcher." The move, a standing, forward-imploding springboard cutter, is one of the most unique finishers in all of wrestling. A clip of her executing the move on an episode of NXT television went viral in early 2023, immediately putting her on the map as a star to watch.
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Her on-screen character is an extension of her real-life background. With a history as a collegiate acrobatics and tumbling champion and a passion for surfing, she brings a unique, high-flying, and agile style to the ring that sets her apart.
The Comeback
Ruca's momentum was temporarily halted in 2023 when she suffered a torn ACL, a significant injury that kept her out of action for nearly a year. However, she made a successful and triumphant return to the ring earlier this year. Her ability to come back from such a serious injury and perform at the same high level has reportedly impressed many within the company.
With the post-SummerSlam "season" of WWE now underway, it is a traditional time for new stars to debut on the main roster. All signs now point to Sol Ruca being one of the next top prospects to get the call.
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