There’s always speculation regarding wrestlers potentially jumping from AEW to WWE and vice-versa. These AEW stars would thrive under Triple H’s eye.
There is consistent speculation regarding wrestlers potentially making the jump from AEW to WWE and vice-versa, and that’s because of how hot the industry is at the moment. There’s plenty of talent in AEW right now that are better off working for Tony Khan, but there’s many others who would be better suited to being under the guidance of Triple H.
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He has a very different approach to Khan and to what Vince McMahon used to have, and those skills would work well with many of AEW’s current stars. Triple H enjoys blending high-quality wrestling with strong storytelling, and AEW has a lot of wrestlers who relish being in that environment.
10 Malakai Black Would Do Well In WWE Right Now
He Was Pushed Heavily By Triple H In WWE NXT
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2021 – Present Yes Yes
Malakai Black is a details wrestler who puts an extreme level of focus on his character. From leaving hidden messages within his promos or vignettes to teasing things to come for his character, Black is always thinking one step ahead and that is something Triple H enjoys doing as well.
His work with Bray Wyatt’s return showcases Triple H’s enjoyment at working with this style of character, and he has thrived with darker personalities such as The Judgment Day. Considering Black was a big star in WWE NXT under Triple H, there’s no doubt he would work well under him right now.
9 Saraya Was An Early Triple H Project
Putting This Version Of Her Alongside The Game Could Be Interesting
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2022 – Present Yes Yes
Saraya was one of the first people that Triple H truly pushed during his time in charge of creative, which helped kickstart the women’s revolution in WWE. But since returning from her career-ending journey the former WWE wrestler is a completely different performer both inside the ring and with her gimmick.
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She’s had a hit-and-miss run in AEW so far, but Saraya has truly thrived when it comes to promo segments, particularly backstage. That’s something that Triple H could work with, as he does a great job pushing talent with a lot of personality.
8 Ricky Starks’ Charisma Would Shine Bright In WWE
He Ticks Triple H’s Boxes
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2020 – Present No Yes
Ricky Starks seemingly has everything that Triple H would want in a wrestler, and it is easy to see how he’d book a lot around the upcoming AEW star. A big part of working in WWE is being charismatic, having a good character, and microphone abilities. They’re all something that Starks has in abundance.
The fact he’s got a great look and is a talented wrestler are all just extras that would help build him moving forward. Starks is consistently rumored to be heading to WWE when his contract is up, so fans might get the chance to see how Triple H books him one day.
7 Hook Is An Exciting Prospect
Triple H Flourishes With Young Talent
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2020 – Present No Yes
Throughout his time in charge of creative Triple H has relished working with younger, upcoming talent. That was clear when he ran WWE NXT and he managed to take a lot of upcoming stars and independent talent who didn’t have much television experience and turned them into megastars.
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That is why it’s easy to imagine Hook doing brilliantly under his leadership. Hook has all the natural ingredients to be a big star, with a clear character and a solid base inside the ring. He’s the type of wrestler who is moldable at this stage, and that’s when Triple H does a lot of his best work as a creative leader.
6 Britt Baker’s Defined Gimmick Is Something Triple H Would Work With
She Already Has Genuine Star Power
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2019 – Present Yes Yes
Triple H has put a lot of focus on booking women’s wrestling throughout his time in charge of creative, and that is why Britt Baker would thrive working with him. Jade Cargill is an example of how much focus Triple H can put on someone with major star power and Baker certainly ticks that box.
Her DMD gimmick is one of the best that AEW has created, but Triple H would know how to put a lot more focus on her considering his history with the women’s division.
5 Rey Fenix Could Fit In Well With WWE
He’s One Of AEW’s Most Gifted Performers
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2019 – Present No Yes
For a long time WWE struggled to place any focus on lucha style wrestling, with Vince McMahon not putting any effort into that aspect of the business outside of Rey Mysterio. However, Triple H has quickly changed that with the booking he’s implemented on the main roster.
The likes of Dragon Lee and Santos Escobar have become featured parts of the show on a weekly basis, and considering the incredible talent that Rey Fenix has there’s no doubt he’d be a great fit.
4 Jon Moxley’s Current Attitude Would Align With Triple H
His Work Ethic Would Fit Triple H’s Ethos
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2019 – Present Yes No
When looking at the wrestlers Triple H pushes the most in WWE outside of Roman Reigns they all have one thing in common – work ethic. The likes of Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and Rhea Ripley all grind hard, and that is why it’s easy to imagine Jon Moxley relishing working in that environment.
His hard-hitting style has an old-school approach that Triple H would also respect, and his ability to commit to a character is something that would lead to him getting big opportunities. However, it’s unlikely at this stage that Moxley will make a return for fans to ever see what that partnership would look like.
3 MJF Is A Natural Storyteller
Triple H Could Do A Lot With His Talent
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2019 – Present No Yes
When it comes to wrestlers fans want to see jump from AEW to WWE, MJF is often at the top of the list. A big reason for that is how naturally he would seemingly fit into the company due to the qualities he has as a performer both inside the ring and on the microphone.
Triple H enjoys working with people who have the whole package like MJF, from his gimmick to the fact he tells stories during matches, the former AEW World Champion has it all. It’s easy to see how he would work in WWE’s environment right now where characters thrive.
2 Jay White’s Technical Abilities Would Work In WWE
Triple H Reportedly Tried To Sign Him
AEW Tenure Former WWE Wrestler? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2022 – Present No Yes
Jay White was someone that both WWE and AEW were interested in which showcases that Triple H knows he could get the best out of him. Ultimately, he chose to work for AEW, but his run has been hit and miss since joining the company.
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However, White would work well under Triple H as he has a great mixture of fantastic in-ring technique and fantastic promo skills. That combination is something Triple H could work well with, particularly since he’s a brilliant heel.
1 Wardlow Would Become A Main Event Star In WWE
He Has All The Qualities To Thrive
AEW Tenure Former WWE Star? Realistic Jump To WWE?
2019 – Present No Yes
Wardlow has all the skills to become a major star in professional wrestling, boasting a brilliant look and good powerhouse skills that match his physique. Unfortunately, AEW’s booking of Mr. Mayhem has held him back numerous times even though he had the fan support to be a bigger star.
It’s easy to see why Triple H would be interested in working with him due to the natural tools available. He’s a big man who knows how to work that way, but can also hit amazing aerial moves which is a type of raw talent Triple H could do a lot with.