With the 2025 WWE Draft just around the corner, there are several new stars that could be poised to make big debuts soon.
From former AEW stars to top prospects from the WWE ID program and Evolve, there are a lot of intriguing future debuts seemingly on the horizon.
Here are eight WWE debuts that could be coming soon.
8. Kylie Rae
A standout prospect from the WWE ID program, Kylie Rae continues to seem WWE bound in the near future.
After returning to in-ring competition after having a baby in 2023, Kylie Rae has resumed her impressive resumé of competition.
With her career boasting appearances in AEW, TNA Wrestling, the NWA and now featuring on WWE Evolve on Tubi, it definitely seems as though Kylie Rae could make her official WWE debut soon.
Able to contribute emotional connections to audiences, Kylie Rae would make an excellent addition to NXT or either main roster brand.
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7. Danhausen
Danhausen remains mysteriously absent from AEW, having no actual matches since December 2023 and only making a one-off appearance in ROH in December 2024.
While the absence is curious – given that he is such a merchandise mover and fan favorite – it seems at this point perhaps some fans are actually waiting for WWE to call him off the bench.
The “Very Nice, Very Evil” star would be a great fit in NXT and could easily be a delightful thorn in Ricky Saints’ side for the foreseeable future, foiling the NXT North American Champion at every turn.
Danhausen remains in in-ring action for independent promotions across the globe in his time away from AEW, giving WWE ample opportunity to take notice.
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6. Sean Legacy
Amongst the standouts from the WWE ID program is Sean Legacy.
The independent wrestling star has been making a big impact already and has yet to make his WWE TV singles debut, but did recently make it onto NXT.
One of the stars on WWE Evolve, Legacy put on an impressive showing in the recent 25-man battle royal on NXT, and is certainly one to watch.
After the battle royal showcased his unique offense and charisma despite a crowded environment, hopefully Sean Legacy will get an official TV debut soon.
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5. Jack Cartwheel
A WWE ID prospect that seems likely to make his way to NXT sometime in the near future is Jack Cartwheel.
Having made previous appearances for Ring of Honor and All Elite Wrestling, it would make complete sense to see a TV debut on WWE for Cartwheel.
While the high flyer is known for his unique set of offense – including plenty of flips, and of course, cartwheels – he seems ready for NXT’s cast of big characters.
Continuing to impress fans on the indie scene, hopefully Jack Cartwheel will be flipping his way towards an official WWE debut soon.
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4. Mariah May
Mariah May has not been seen on AEW TV since the “Hollywood Ending” match between her and Timeless Toni Storm at AEW Revolution, which seemingly settled their feud.
After losing that match, May’s absence has raised suspicion among fans, which was then fueled even more when it emerged that her contract comes up in the summer.
Mentioning in the past that being signed to WWE was a life goal, Mariah May could elect to move on after her current contract with AEW ends.
While it may have appeared unlikely just a few months ago, it seems the next time fans see Mariah May could be at a WWE event.
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3. Marcus Mathers
Already on the radar of WWE by way of the WWE ID program, prospect Marcus Mathers could be making a debut in the company sooner rather than later.
Gaining a reputation in independent wrestling for being a workhorse, one recent trip provided a great example of Mathers’ commitment to the grind.
After touching down in Las Vegas for WrestleMania 41 weekend, Mathers would go on to perform in a staggering nine matches by the time he departed the desert.
While the 22-year old continues to make his mark on the indies, he is definitely a name to remember.
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2. Hikuleo
Former NJPW star Hikuleo reportedly signed with WWE back in July 2024 but has yet to make an official arrival on-screen.
Since speculation has continued throughout the interim, there was a semi-recent update that suggested the real-life brother of Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa was finally set to debut soon.
Reports from last month reiterated that Hikuleo would debut in NXT and was set for a huge push upon his arrival in the company.
While his debut has been described as “imminent” for quite some time, it could be that the near future finally holds the long awaited appearance of the next Bloodline signee.
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1. HOOK
Similarly to the cases of Danhausen and Mariah May, HOOK’s mysterious absence and contract details could leave the door open to his arrival in WWE.
The latest report regarding HOOK’s contract status came in late February 2025, after the end of The Opps’ feud with the Patriarchy, noting that he had been working with agent Barry Bloom to represent him in contract negotiations.
HOOK would go on to make several more appearances before being abruptly written off TV due to an attack by the Death Riders with some speculation that he suffered a real life injury as the reason for his absence. He would go on to be replaced in The Opps trio by Powerhouse Hobbs as the group went on to win the AEW Trios Championship without him.
It would be very intriguing to see HOOK and Ricky Saints reunited in NXT as a reference to their days as partners in ‘Team Taz’ in AEW.
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