7 Second Generation Superstars Who Will Surpass Their Parents
6. Tama Tonga
Tama Tonga looked rock hard stood next to his adoptive father Haku and brother Tonga Loa as they beat the living sh*t out of Kenny Omega and the rest of Bullet Club following the 'Best Bout Machine's G1 Special main event against Cody Rhodes.
It was the last sight New Japan fans would see ahead of the tournament itself, suggesting that their attacks could feature prominently within the complex storytelling over the month-long event. The breakout push for Tonga seemed overdue, and recent history alongside Loa in their Guerillas of Destiny unit suggests a brighter future despite under-delivering in his super-charged heel role.
Haku was a huge star during some of WWE's biggest years, but Tonga's potential is substantially greater under the NJPW umbrella. Cody and Jay White have both recently proven that serviceable runs can rapidly turn into something far greater than they first appeared with the majestic creative direction of New Japan booker Gedo. Having an in-ring arsenal that dwarfs his father's won't hurt either.
His prime years are now - Tonga won't ever have a better time to ascend to a promotion's summit if he can overcome this current minor slump.