In a surprising ranking shared recently, former WWE talent Maven placed Jade Cargill above Cody Rhodes in his list of the top 10 current wrestlers. This list, unveiled on Maven’s YouTube channel, spans multiple wrestling promotions, highlighting talent from WWE and rival circuits alike.
Maven ranked Cody Rhodes sixth, while Jade Cargill earned the fourth spot, signaling a notable shift in perceptions about their standing in wrestling today. The focus on Cody Rhodes as a top wrestler reflects his growing influence across the industry.
Maven’s Perspective on Jade Cargill’s Dominance
Maven described Jade Cargill as
“one of the most physically impressive wrestlers active today,”
emphasizing her commanding presence both inside and outside the ring. He highlighted her exceptional physical traits and fluid movement that set her apart in the women’s division, which is already filled with talented performers.
He suggested that WWE could strategically center their women’s division around Cargill due to her magnetic aura and undeniable “it factor.” Recently, Cargill participated in a three-way bout for the WWE Women’s Championship on SmackDown, facing Nia Jax and Tiffany Stratton. A hard fall during the match left Cargill with a severe cut, causing profuse bleeding, and ultimately, Stratton recaptured the title.
Reflection on Cody Rhodes’ Status and Future
Maven paid tribute to the legacies of Dusty Rhodes and Dustin Rhodes before acknowledging Cody Rhodes for forging his own career path. An example of Cody’s fan-first attitude came when Maven recalled asking the WWE superstar to meet one of his fans, to which Rhodes graciously agreed.
Looking ahead, Maven predicted that Cody Rhodes is poised to take over as a major face of the company once John Cena retires at the end of this year. This is bolstered by Rhodes’ recent successful defense of the Undisputed WWE Championship against Drew McIntyre at Wrestlepalooza, marking a significant moment in his career.
Complete Top 10 Wrestlers as Ranked by Maven
The full list Maven presented ranks the current wrestling landscape’s finest, reflecting a blend of male and female stars from various promotions:
- Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF)
- Matt Cardona
- Seth Rollins
- Jade Cargill
- VSK
- Cody Rhodes
- Tessa Blanchard
- Shelton Benjamin
- Thunder Rosa
- Bron Breakker
Recent Developments Surrounding Top Wrestling Stars
In related news, Roman Reigns was last seen at Clash in Paris, where he secured a win over Bronson Reed but was taken out on a stretcher after a brutal assault by Reed and Bron Breakker. Despite his victory, Reigns’ condition added a level of uncertainty leading into his rumored participation in a major WWE WarGames match.
Additional stories reflect tensions within WWE, including an ex-champion expressing disappointment with Triple H over their departure and speculation about the future careers of wrestlers leaving the company. Injuries also continue to affect match outcomes, as seen when a WWE star was hurt during TNA tapings, causing a match to be abandoned.
Significance and Outlook for the Wrestling World
Maven’s rankings provoke discussion about the evolving hierarchy within professional wrestling. Elevating Jade Cargill above Cody Rhodes signals a shift in how female wrestlers with commanding in-ring presence and charisma are gaining recognition comparable to established male stars. Meanwhile, Rhodes’ position and predicted rise to a leading role after John Cena reflect WWE’s ongoing transition as top stars move on.
The wrestling community remains attentive to upcoming matches, title defenses, and shifts in rosters, which will determine how these rankings hold up in the coming months. As injuries and rivalries continue to shape the sport, fans can expect intense competition and unpredictable storylines ahead.
