39 Best Wrestlers From 39 Different Countries

5. Switzerland: Cesaro

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Birthplace: Lucerne, Switzerland

Who else but the Swiss Superman could be Switzerland’s greatest wrestling export?

As smooth and technically sound as near-enough anyone on the planet presently, Cesaro is a true master of his in-ring craft.

Switzerland isn’t known for producing a raft of “known” wrestling talent, but the real-life Claudio Castagnoli is one of the very best performers in Vince McMahon’s WWE right now, with him having held the company’s US and Tag Team Championships.

Before landing in the WWE, Cesaro honed his craft across the globe, gaining notable recognition for his work in Ring of Honor.

Whether it goes anywhere or not, the King of Swing is currently on as good a roll as he’s been since arriving in the WWE, with him regularly stealing the show and now gaining increasing popularity with every passing week.

The future’s bright: the future’s Cesaro.

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