With fresh talent moving up from NXT to Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown, the developmental brand’s women’s division has some gaps to fill. WWE Hall of Famer Booker T, who provides color commentary for the black and gold brand, has his eyes locked on two performers he believes are destined for greatness.
Kelani Jordan: The Standout Ready to Shine
During a recent episode of “Hall of Fame,” Booker T didn’t hesitate when asked about NXT’s next breakout female star. The five-time WCW Champion immediately pointed to Kelani Jordan as his top pick for future success.
“I mean, Kelani Jordan, man, she’s grown so much over the year. Gotta give her so much credit, man. Her in-ring prowess is on top, man. She’s different, she’s definitely different. Kelani Jordan is definitely the one standout I’m really keeping my eye on.”
The WWE legend emphasized that Jordan has been championship-ready for quite some time. Her technical abilities and unique presence have clearly caught the attention of someone who’s seen countless performers transition from developmental to main roster stardom.
Kylie Armstrong: The Hidden Gem from WWE Evolve
While Jordan represents NXT’s current crop of talent, Booker T also highlighted an even lesser-known prospect currently honing her craft in WWE Evolve. Kylie Armstrong may not be a household name yet, but the commentary veteran believes she possesses industry-changing potential.
“I’m serious, man. She is so freakin’ talented. Talk about her footwork, her positioning and her timing, her awareness, oh my God, man, can’t wait for Armstrong to actually get her shot.”
Booker’s enthusiasm for Armstrong was unmistakable as he continued praising her fundamental wrestling skills. The Hall of Famer specifically mentioned her technical foundation – footwork, positioning, timing, and ring awareness – as elite-level attributes that separate her from other developmental talent.
Filling the Void Left by Recent Promotions
The timing of Booker T’s comments speaks to WWE’s current talent shuffle between brands. As established NXT women receive their main roster opportunities, the developmental system must constantly identify and elevate the next wave of performers.
Having someone with Booker’s experience and insight identify rising stars carries significant weight. His perspective from the commentary booth gives him a unique vantage point to evaluate not just in-ring ability, but also the intangible qualities that translate to main roster success.
The Commentary Advantage
As part of NXT’s weekly broadcast team, Booker T watches these developing superstars more closely than most. His role provides him with insider knowledge of who’s improving week-to-week and which performers have that special “it factor” necessary for championship runs.
“Wait til we really get a chance to see her up-close and personal. So, those are my two picks right now to really step up the game since the call-ups.”
Both Jordan and Armstrong represent different stages of WWE’s developmental pipeline, yet both have earned recognition from one of the company’s most respected voices. With NXT’s women’s division needing fresh faces to step into featured roles, will these two rising stars prove Booker T’s predictions correct and become the next breakout success stories?
