5 Possible Future IWGP World Heavyweight Title Challengers

#4 Michael Elgin

Elgin has won numerous titles in his career

Elgin debuted with NJPW at the 2015 G1 Climax. Since then, ‘Big Mike’ has racked up wins over name opponents, won titles, but has yet to receive an IWGP Heavyweight Title shot.

One of Elgin’s most significant wins was over current IWGP Heavyweight Champion Kenny Omega. Elgin defeated Omega to win the Intercontinental title in NJPW’s first ever ladder match.

However, Elgin has a hit a bit of a slump this year. A seven-day NEVER Openweight Title run was followed by a lacklustre run in the G1.

He did rebound recently, winning the CMLL Grand Prix on October 6th.

‘Big Mike’ will need to rack up a few more big wins before he can claim a shot at the richest prize in the game.