NJPW New Japan Cup 2017: Early Favourites To Win

10. Sanada

The LIJ enforcer Sanada is a dark horse to pull off a surprise victory at the New Japan Cup. This is down to the general consensus that the former TNA X-Division Champion is remaining a little too quiet for a man of his talents.

In the true spirit of tranquilo, Sanada has quietly backed up his faction leader Naito while other teammates seek glory in pursuit of singles championships. Currently a trios champion with Bushi and EVIL, Sanada can go in a one-on-one match as well as anyone on the roster as his stand out G1 has shown. Though he is young and nowhere near his ceiling as a competitor, NJPW could pull the trigger on creating a brand new star in their ranks by crowing Sanada 2017's Cup winner.