Five things you need to know about Karl Anderson

3. He’s done the rounds

Anderson’s a well-loved member of the indy circuit

Anyone assuming that Anderson is a familiar face solely in New Japan Pro Wrestling is sorely mistaken. Like most recognized wrestlers, Anderson paid his dues in the indy circuit, going toe-to-toe with the likes of Abyss, Chris Harris(fake Sting), Shark Boy and even Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler in NWF.

He showed a penchant for tag team competition in his nascence, founding the Young Lions, a popular four member stable of rookies.