Io Shirai suffered a crushing defeat on Night 1 of NXT TakeOver: Stand and Deliver, where she lost to a determined Raquel Gonzalez and in turn, dropped her NXT Women’s Championship. When the third count hit, Gonzalez was crowned the new Champion, ending Shirai’s massive 304-day reign on the throne. Gonzalez received a massive ovation as she made history at the event. However, through the shadows of defeat, the former Champion assured us she wasn’t done yet. In a recent post on Twitter, Io Shirai [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/io-shirai/] promised to carry on in her fight despite losing the NXT Women’s Championship. Io Shirai is one of the biggest names in NXT right now. Her promising talent made WWE place its faith in her as Champion, and her long reign was reflective of that. WWE COO Triple H [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/triple-h/] himself has placed her amongst the top talents for the future and if things go her way, we may be looking at the next Raw or SmackDown Women’s Champion. [https://www.wwe.com/f/styles/og_image/public/all/2019/07/Io_Shirai_bio--d0c844fe63ebaa57b597f2a51f2d4cd9.jpg] Like Asuka [https://www.wwe.com/superstars/asuka] before her, Shirai is conquering the NXT Women’s roster and has already done well as Champion. However, it doesn’t seem as if she will immediately move up to the main roster. IO SHIRAI WILL MOST PROBABLY CONTINUE ON NXT Given the fact that one big NXT name in Rhea Ripley has already moved up, we may not see another steal the momentum unless Shirai is sent to SmackDown to add to the Women’s Division there. [https://www.mediareferee.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Io-Shirai-celebrates.jpg] Now that fans are done seeing babyface Io Shirai, we may see a short heel run. As a heel, we will find out just how diverse Shirai’s skill range is and how she can be used in the future. Asuka has proved to be a great babyface, heel, and anti-hero. If Io Shirai is to follow in her footsteps, we may see some incredible talent for years to come. [https://www.muscleandfitness.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/WWE-and-NXT-female-wrestler-Raquel-Gonzalez-standing-up-to-Io-Shirai.jpg?quality=86&strip=all] The question now is, are all bridges burned for Io Shirai in NXT? Generally, losing the Championship signifies a ticket to the main roster. However, Shirai could appeal for a rematch and attempt to retake the Championship. It is unlikely that she will head straight to the main roster now. We will probably see a lot more of Io Shirai in NXT until WWE decided its time to unleash this supreme talent on the main roster. 

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<h1 class="acss2f015">Io Shirai 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h1>
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The Genius of the Sky, Io Shirai, is NXT's most consistent performer. With a body of work that rivals Sasha Banks' and Charlotte Flair's, Io Shirai is well on her way to becoming the alpha of the women's division.

Prior to coming to WWE, Shirai was an enormous hit in Japan, where she wrestled under the Stardom promotion. Shirai wrestled with the likes of Meiko Satomura, Mayu Iwatani, and Momo Watanabe. She won several titles, tournaments and accolades in the land of the rising sun, before plying her trade in Mexico. Shirai put her hair on the line in her first <i>Lucha de Apuestas</i> Hair vs. Mask match, a four-way elimination match, where she faced Ángel o Demonio, La Maléfica and Shitara. She won the match, forcing La Maléfica to unmask.

Shirai was offered a WWE contract in 2016, including a tryout at the Performance Center, but did not sign it until 2018. She appeared first in a WWE ring at the famous Ryogoku arena in Tokyo, Japan. Shirai announced she would compete in the 2018 Mae Young Classic, where she beat the likes of Xia Brookside, current IMPACT Knockouts Champion Deonna Purrazzo, and newest member of the Raw roster, Rhea Ripley. She lost to Toni Storm in the finals of the tournament, which took place at the first women's only PPV, Evolution.
<h2>NXT (2018- present)</h2>
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Shirai made her NXT debut in November 2018. Along with Kairi Sane, the Sky Pirates would make several attempts at winning the NXT Women's Championship from Shayna Baszler. After a second failed attempt, Shirai turned heel and attacked her friend Candice Le Rae. Shirai donned black leather gear and got new entrance music. She became the most badass superstar on the roster. Her popularity soared since she turned heel, and it paid off when she won her first NXT Title at Takeover: In Your House.

Shirai has beaten the likes of Candice Le Rae, Rhea Ripley, Shotzi Blackheart, Toni Storm and Mercedes Martinez during her reign. In 2021, Shirai still holds the title, and no one comes close to taking her championship.
<h2>Io Shirai Net Worth 2021</h2>
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The net worth of the Genius of the Sky has an impressive <a href="https://peopleai.com/fame/identities/io-shirai">net worth</a> of $4 million, a number sure to rise once she goes up to the main roster.
<h2>Io Shirai Achievements</h2>
<img class="aligncenter wp-image-334265 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200806123652/io-champion-1.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="500" />

In her career that extended beyond NXT, Shirai has held a plethora of titles. She is a two-time World of Stardom Champion, which is the top title in her former promotion, and a two-time Wonder of Stardom Champion, the secondary title in the promotion. She was the inaugural SWA Champion, and a former Highspeed Champion, which is a version of the Cruiserweight Championship.

Shirai is a onetime NXT Women's Champion, and has won three NXT Year-End awards for Future Star of NXT, and in 2020 she won both Best Female and Best Overall Competitor awards.
<h2>Personal Life</h2>
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Io Shirai is a self-confessed Hiroshi Tanahashi fan. The Ace of New Japan is probably a fan of the Ace of the NXT Women's Division as well. Shirai is engaged to NJPW star EVIL.

Shirai has featured in a Weekly Playboy magazine, which is a Japanese weekly adult magazine. She and her ex-boyfriend Kazushige Nosawa were arrested for trying to smuggle marijuana inside two paintings, which they claimed were gifts from fans. Shirai denied the charges after her arrest.
<h2>How to contact Io Shirai?</h2>
Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shirai_io/?hl=en">@shirai_io</a>
Twitter- <a href="https://twitter.com/shirai_io?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor">@shirai_io</a>
<table>
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<tr>
<td width="301">Actual name</td>
<td width="301">Masami Odate</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Residence</td>
<td width="301">Koto, Tokyo, Japan</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Nationality</td>
<td width="301">Japan</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Height</td>
<td width="301">5ft 1 and ½ inches</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Accomplishments</td>
<td width="301">NXT Women’s Champion, World Of Stardom Champion, Wonder of Stardom Champion, SWA Champion, Highspeed Champion, NXT Year End Female and Overall Competitor of the Year Award.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Fiancé</td>
<td width="301">EVIL (NJPW superstar)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Debut</td>
<td width="301">March 2007</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Trained by</td>
<td width="301">Takashi Sasaki, Tomohiko Hashimoto</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Ring names</td>
<td width="301">Biba Kasai, Hitokiri, Io Shirai, Iotica, Midnight Angel, Oyuki, T-2 Mask, Tenkū Shōjo Lusca</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="301">Net worth</td>
<td width="301">$4 million</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Io Shirai

Io Shirai 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements The Genius of the Sky, Io Shirai, is NXT&#8217;s most consistent performer. With a body of work that rivals Sasha Banks&#8217; and Charlotte Flair&#8217;s, Io Shirai is well on her way to becoming the alpha of the women&#8217;s division. Prior to coming to WWE, Shirai was an enormous hit in Japan, where she wrestled under the Stardom promotion. Shirai wrestled with the likes of Meiko Satomura, Mayu Iwatani, and Momo Watanabe. She won several titles, tournaments and accolades in the land of the rising sun, before plying her trade in Mexico. Shirai put her hair on the line in her first Lucha de Apuestas Hair vs. Mask match, a four-way elimination match, where she faced Ángel o Demonio, La Maléfica and Shitara. She won the match, forcing La Maléfica to unmask. Shirai was offered a WWE contract in 2016, including a tryout at the Performance Center, but did not sign it until 2018. She appeared first in a WWE ring at the famous Ryogoku arena in Tokyo, Japan. Shirai announced she would compete in the 2018 Mae Young Classic, where she beat the likes of Xia Brookside, current IMPACT Knockouts Champion Deonna Purrazzo, and newest member of the Raw roster, Rhea Ripley. She lost to Toni Storm in the finals of the tournament, which took place at the first women&#8217;s only PPV, Evolution. NXT (2018- present) Shirai made her NXT debut in November 2018. Along with Kairi Sane, the Sky Pirates would make several attempts at winning the NXT Women&#8217;s Championship from Shayna Baszler. After a second failed attempt, Shirai turned heel and attacked her friend Candice Le Rae. Shirai donned black leather gear and got new entrance music. She became the most badass superstar on the roster. Her popularity soared since she turned heel, and it paid off when she won her first NXT Title at Takeover: In Your House. Shirai has beaten the likes of Candice Le Rae, Rhea Ripley, Shotzi Blackheart, Toni Storm and Mercedes Martinez during her reign. In 2021, Shirai still holds the title, and no one comes close to taking her championship. Io Shirai Net Worth 2021 The net worth of the Genius of the Sky has an impressive net worth of $4 million, a number sure to rise once she goes up to the main roster. Io Shirai Achievements In her career that extended beyond NXT, Shirai has held a plethora of titles. She is a two-time World of Stardom Champion, which is the top title in her former promotion, and a two-time Wonder of Stardom Champion, the secondary title in the promotion. She was the inaugural SWA Champion, and a former Highspeed Champion, which is a version of the Cruiserweight Championship. Shirai is a onetime NXT Women&#8217;s Champion, and has won three NXT Year-End awards for Future Star of NXT, and in 2020 she won both Best Female and Best Overall Competitor awards. Personal Life Io Shirai is a self-confessed Hiroshi Tanahashi fan. The Ace of New Japan is probably a fan of the Ace of the NXT Women&#8217;s Division as well. Shirai is engaged to NJPW star EVIL. Shirai has featured in a Weekly Playboy magazine, which is a Japanese weekly adult magazine. She and her ex-boyfriend Kazushige Nosawa were arrested for trying to smuggle marijuana inside two paintings, which they claimed were gifts from fans. Shirai denied the charges after her arrest. How to contact Io Shirai? Instagram- @shirai_io Twitter- @shirai_io  Actual name Masami Odate  Residence Koto, Tokyo, Japan  Nationality Japan  Height 5ft 1 and ½ inches  Accomplishments NXT Women’s Champion, World Of Stardom Champion, Wonder of Stardom Champion, SWA Champion, Highspeed Champion, NXT Year End Female and Overall Competitor of the Year Award.  Fiancé EVIL (NJPW superstar)  Debut March 2007  Trained by Takashi Sasaki, Tomohiko Hashimoto  Ring names Biba Kasai, Hitokiri, Io Shirai, Iotica, Midnight Angel, Oyuki, T-2 Mask, Tenkū Shōjo Lusca  Net worth $4 million

Io Shirai Releases Statement After Loss to Raquel Gonzalez at NXT TakeOver: Stand and Deliver

Io Shirai will most probably continue on NXT