Shayna Baszler On Showing A Wider Range With WWE’s Booking

Shayna Baszler is a fighter. She entered NXT as 1/4 of the 4 Horsewomen, and they will fight WWE’s version of the Horsewomen for that title as well. Now Baszler is wrapped in a much different angle on the main roster. That took quite a bit of transitioning for the former NXT Women’s Champion.

Sports Illustrated had a chance to speak with the Queen of Spades about her recent feud with Alexa Bliss. She explained how she is a natural badass character, but it is also nice to able to show that range on the main roster.

“I need to show that I can be counted on to nail whatever it is I’m being asked to do. It’s easy to be a badass tyrant like I was in NXT. I can totally fit that role. After establishing myself as that, it’s important to show I can cover a wide range of what professional wrestling is today.

“It’s like music. Some people like country, some like heavy metal. Not everything is for everyone, so I understand why some people roll their eyes when I do comedy. But I’m established as what I am. All it takes is one sentence from a promo delivered properly. I am a legitimate badass; that’s always there for me. I’m glad I can be on Raw and show a wider range.”

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Shayna Baszler has a chance to work on her comedic timing and menacing force on the main roster. She is a well-rounded character, seemingly ready for a main event spot. We’ll have to see when that finally happens for her. In the meantime, WWE is keeping Baszler on television and that’s always a good sign because it means she still has Vince McMahon’s interest.

What’s your take on Shayna Baszler’s booking in WWE? Sound off in the comments!