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Callum Newman admits he expected to be a junior heavyweight when he joined NJPW
Callum Newman, the reigning IWGP Heavyweight Champion, revealed he originally thought he would compete as a junior heavyweight when he signed with New Japan Pro-Wrestling. Newman, who became the youngest IWGP Heavyweight Champion in history, discussed the unexpected trajectory of his career and how his rapid rise altered those early expectations.
Newman’s first title defense is set for May 4 at NJPW Wrestling Dontaku against veteran Shingo Takagi, and the champion sat down for an interview ahead of the big match to address the challenge. The bout will be a key test for the young champion as he looks to cement his place atop New Japan’s heavyweight division.
Originally reported by Fightful: https://www.fightful.com/wrestling/callum-newman-i-joined-njpw-thinking-i-was-gonna-be-a-junior-heavyweight
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