10 WWE Superstars Most Likely to Become World Champion in 2025–2026
November 17, 2025
10 WWE Superstars Most Likely to Become World Champion in 2025–2026
WWE is entering a new era. There will be bigger stadium shows and global expansion. Fresh main-event talent will emerge. Several superstars are poised to break through and become the next world champions. These names are generating real momentum heading into 2025-2026. They include rising stars. They also include dominant mid-card champions and wrestlers on the edge of a main-event push.
Here are 10 WWE superstars most likely to capture a world title next.
10. Bron Breakker
Bron Breakker has everything WWE looks for in a top star—intensity, power, speed, and pedigree. Since arriving on the main roster, he has consistently delivered standout performances. With continued strong booking, he could land a world championship match as early as next year.
Why he’ll be champ: explosive athleticism, undeniable presence, and huge fan reactions.
9. LA Knight
The “Yeah!” movement hasn’t slowed down. LA Knight still commands massive crowd support and has proven he can carry segments, feuds, and premium live events. WWE may have missed the perfect timing in 2024, but his popularity ensures another world title opportunity is coming.
Why he’ll be champ: red-hot merchandise sales + fan favoritism.
8. Carmelo Hayes
“Melo don’t miss” isn’t just a catchphrase—it’s his career trajectory. He has already shown main-event level talent in NXT and on the main roster. WWE clearly sees him as a long-term star, and a world championship run seems inevitable.
Why he’ll be champ: charisma, versatility, and main-event-caliber matches.
7. Solo Sikoa
With the evolution of The Bloodline storyline, Solo Sikoa is becoming one of WWE’s most dangerous rising threats. His presence, dominance, and slow-burn character development point toward a breakout moment—and possibly a world title run—as the story expands.
Why he’ll be champ: storyline momentum + credibility as a powerhouse.
6. Ilja Dragunov
One of WWE’s most intense and respected wrestlers, Ilja Dragunov has delivered multiple match-of-the-year contenders. His intensity and unique style scream “future world champion,” and WWE’s global expansion favors elite in-ring competitors.
Why he’ll be champ: unmatched intensity + main-event work rate.
5. Jey Uso
“Main Event” Jey Uso has already proven he can headline pay-per-views on his own. With massive crowd support and star-level charisma, Jey is arguably overdue for a world championship storyline in the near future.
Why he’ll be champ: organic fan momentum + established character.
4. Damian Priest
Damian Priest is a former world champion. He is a strong contender to reclaim the title within the next two years. His size, presence, and success with Judgment Day keep him in the world title scene—especially as the faction evolves.
Why he’ll be champ: credibility from his previous reign + stable leadership.
3. Gunther
Gunther may be one of WWE’s most reliable future world champions. After his historic Intercontinental Championship reign, WWE clearly views him as a long-term main-event cornerstone. A world title run feels less like “if” and more like “when.”
Why he’ll be champ: dominant booking + unmatched ring generalship.
2. Cody Rhodes (Another Reign)
Even after “finishing the story,” Cody is positioned as a multi-time world champion in WWE’s future. His popularity, storytelling ability, and merchandise appeal all guarantee that he will remain a top attraction for years to come.
Why he’ll be champ: top babyface of the company + massive fan support.
1. Seth Rollins (Return to the Summit)
Seth Rollins continues to prove he is one of the most valuable wrestlers in WWE. Whether as a fan favorite or heel, he elevates every rivalry. With his star power, it’s almost guaranteed he will win another world championship in the coming years.
Why he’ll be champ: proven world champion + consistently elite matches.
Final Thoughts
WWE’s next few years promise massive changes as new stars rise and established names evolve. Whether it’s the unstoppable Gunther, the electrifying Carmelo Hayes, or the surging Bron Breakker, the future world title scene looks incredibly exciting.
As WWE continues to grow globally, these 10 superstars are primed to lead the company into a new era of world championship greatness.