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Nikki Bella's Pick For WWE's Next Top Star Is Not Who You Think
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WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella has high praise for rising Raw superstar Maxxine Dupri. While focused on her own return storyline, Nikki took time on her podcast to predict that Dupri will become a "huge star."
This endorsement comes as Nikki is re-establishing herself on WWE television. She is currently involved in a new feud after being attacked by Women's Tag Team Champion Liv Morgan.
Nikki Bella's Return And The Road To Evolution
Nikki Bella made her return to Monday Night Raw to promote the upcoming all-women's premium live event, Evolution. The Hall of Famer headlined the first Evolution show in 2018 against Ronda Rousey.
Her appearance was interrupted by Liv Morgan, leading to a physical confrontation that has sparked rumors of a Bella Twins reunion. It is expected that Brie Bella will return to the team with Nikki against the Women's Tag Team Champions, Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez.
High Praise For Maxxine Dupri
While speaking on her podcast, The Nikki & Brie Show, Nikki shifted focus to the future of the women's division. She singled out Maxxine Dupri as a superstar to watch.
HAMBURG, GERMANY - APRIL 15: Brie Bella and Nikki Bella (L) are pictured at the red carpet prior to the WWE Live event at O2 World on April 15, 2015 in Hamburg, Germany.
HAMBURG, GERMANY - APRIL 15: Brie Bella and Nikki Bella (L) are pictured at the red carpet prior to the WWE Live event at O2 World on April 15, 2015 in Hamburg, Germany."I love Maxxine. She's amazing and she did the dark match, so technically opened up the show," Nikki said. "So good. She's grown so much better."
Nikki then made a bold prediction about Dupri's future in the company.
"Like mark my word, she's going to be a huge star. She already is a huge star, but do you know what I mean? She's going to get into that women's division and just start to crush."
The Bella Twins On Dupri's Potential
Nikki elaborated on why she believes Dupri connects so well with the WWE fans. "And you know, she just has this energy, like the crowd can't help but love everything she does," she added.
Her sister Brie agreed with the sentiment, highlighting Dupri's personality and her current tag team with Natalya. "She's like super bubbly," Brie said. "Oh they're great, and I like their they match."
Nikki concluded by praising the work Dupri and Natalya are putting into their act. "It's so cute. They put in a lot of effort, and that goes a long way." Dupri has yet to publicly comment on Bella's comments.
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