Shawn Michaels has been instrumental in shaping the trajectory of NXT, playing a pivotal role in molding the future stars of the wrestling world. With a focus on identifying and nurturing the most promising talents, WWE is still in the process of finding the perfect role for a rising 22-year-old star.
The Wrestling Time Machine, host Mac Davis engaged wrestling legends Bill Apter and Teddy Long in a discussion about the recent criticism directed towards NXT star Ava (Raine) following the WrestleMania controversy involving The Rock.
The wrestling veterans also shared their insights on Ava’s managerial role, a responsibility likely overseen by Shawn Michaels as a key figure in NXT.
Bill Apter expressed his observations, suggesting that while WWE is actively exploring opportunities for Ava, she may still be refining her authoritative presence:
“Listen, they are trying to find a role for her [Ava]. They’re trying to find the right spot for her. I don’t know if she comes across with the right authority yet if she’s too young for that part. I don’t think her dad, The Rock, has said that ‘I’m on the board of directors, I want my daughter to have this’, I don’t think that’s what’s happening.”
He further elaborated:
“I think they’re trying her out in a role and if it works out. great. There are a lot of fans who don’t know that’s his daughter. She doesn’t use those names. Ava, she’s not saying that she’s Johnson, The Rock’s daughter, or anything like that. It’s not come up on TV. Good luck, let’s see what happens, I hate to use a cliche, but time will tell.”
