Dream WWE Matches That Must Become a Reality in 2019

The WWE Universe had the opportunity to see a lot of first-time encounters between Superstars in 2018, but there are still plenty of dream matches left to explore.

With Raw and SmackDown having separate rosters, certain combatants haven't had the opportunity to battle others for a long time, if ever.

On top of that, WWE also has NXT, NXT UK and 205 Live Superstars whom many fans would like to see lock up with some of the biggest stars on the main roster.

If WWE is concerned with giving the people what they want, then we should see a lot of fresh combinations in the new year.

Let's take a look at some dream matches WWE should make happen in 2019.

Seth Rollins vs. AJ Styles

Since WWE put the most recent brand split in place in July 2016, Seth Rollins and AJ Styles have been separated by the invisible line between Raw and SmackDown.

This is a contest every WWE fan should want. These are two of the most popular and skilled performers in the industry.

They have teamed up on a few occasions, such as at the recent Tribute to the Troops special, but a singles bout is something WWE needs to turn into a reality in 2019.

The only potential downside to a match like this is the amount of hype going into it. Dream matches can sometimes be a letdown because we imagine what it will be like before it happens, making it easier to be disappointed if it doesn't go the way we want.

Ronda Rousey vs. Becky Lynch

All signs seem to point to Ronda Rousey and Becky Lynch colliding in the future, but a few things need to happen before it can become a reality.

For one thing, Rousey and Lynch are on separate brands. Outside of a Superstar Shake-up that puts both women on Raw, the only other option would be a special exception.

Lynch already made it clear the only thing she wants from the McMahon family is a bout with Rowdy Ronda, but the powers-that-be have yet to give her an answer.

With The Man being more popular than ever, WWE shouldn't sit on booking this match. The company has a habit of waiting too long to pull the trigger with certain things. This should not be one of those times.

Chad Gable vs. Kurt Angle

This match might not be on the wishlist of every fan, but anyone who loves technical wrestling should want to see it.

Chad Gable is a former Olympian, just like Kurt Angle, but the current Raw tag team champion never medaled at the event like the ex-Raw general manager.

It would be easy to write a storyline about Gable's desire to surpass his idol, especially after he was left behind on SmackDown while Angle brought his kayfabe son, Jason Jordan, over to Raw.

Gable needs a big storyline to make the company see what he can bring to the table, and a high-profile match against one of the greatest technicians of all time would go a long way toward making that happen. 

Drew McIntyre vs. Brock Lesnar

When it comes to Brock Lesnar, there are always a few unknowns to deal with. He only seems to sign short-term deals and has expressed an interest in returning to UFC by re-entering the USADA testing pool.

WWE doesn't always tell us when his next match will be or how much time is on his contract, but if he has multiple bouts left, one of them should be against Drew McIntyre.

The Scottish Terminator has been slowly working his way toward the top of the mountain since returning to the company in 2017, and he has mentioned his desire to fight The Beast Incarnate several times.

As one of the few people who could give Lesnar a physical challenge, McIntyre would be a great candidate to take the Universal Championship and bring it back to Raw on a weekly basis.

Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Brock Lesnar

This might seem like an odd choice to the casual fan, but anyone who followed Lesnar's career when he went to Japan would likely love to see a rematch between him and Shinsuke Nakamura.

After The Beast left WWE in 2004, he worked several matches for New Japan Pro-Wrestling. He even won the company's top title, the IWGP Heavyweight Championship, from Masahiro Chono in his debut. 

One of the best bouts from his reign was against Nakamura. The King of Strong Style put up a good fight but was ultimately put down.

If WWE licensed some footage from NJPW to show their history, it would be easy to sell the idea that Nakamura is a threat to Lesnar's reign as universal champion.

The Beast has faced just about everyone the red brand has to offer and a few from SmackDown. It's time to give him some fresh opponents, and Nakamura should be at the top of the list.

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What dream matches are you hoping to see in 2019?