5 things you need to know about Gran Metalik

#2 He’s already faced a host of current and former WWE Superstars

Gran Metalik has already faced a host of current and former WWE wrestlers (photo courtesy NJPW)

Gran Metalik has wrestled all over the world from small arenas to sold out stadiums. During his time out on the independent scene, he has faced a host of current and former WWE Superstars like Alberto Del Rio, Ultimo Dragon, Karl Anderson, Shinsuke Nakamura, Finn Balor and NXT Head Trainer Matt Bloom.

He has also teamed up with current NXT Superstar Andrade ‘Cien’ Almas during his time in Japan.

In fact, it has been reported that Finn Balor was the person who recommended Gran Metalik for the Cruiserweight Classic.