5 Things you may have forgotten about Miro fka Rusev

#2 Rusev was trained by two former WWE Superstars

Rusev trained at the Knokx Pro Wrestling Academy

After Rusev emigrated to the USA, he lived in the state of Virginia for a few months before he moved to Torrance, California, and found the Knokx Pro Wrestling Academy, founded and ran by two Attitude-Era Superstars Rikishi and Gangrel. Training under two of his biggest influences in the business, Rusev developed his wrestling style and added a few Samoan maneuvers to his arsenal.

Within a few months of learning, the Bulgarian Superstar made his pro-wrestling debut at one of the New Wave Pro Wrestling shows and came out winning the bout. While Rusev then continued his training at Rikishi and Gangrel's school, he also kept appearing on the independent scene, trying to make his name.

Rusev's hard work and dedication finally paid off when he was offered a contract with WWE in 2010. During his 10-year stint with the company, Rusev wasn't blessed with gold around his waist. But, he still had a great time working there. He showed everyone that he was more than capable, including his trainers Rikishi and Gangrel, who have praised the Bulgarian Superstar on multiple occasions.